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IS CHANGE REALLY AS GOOD AS A HOLIDAY?

February 22, 2017 No Comments

“Change is as good as a holiday.” We all know this rather famous saying, but is it really true? Is change just as good as a holiday or is this rather old school proverb in need of an update? It’s no secret we think going on holiday is far better than change and here’s why: CHANGE CAN BE STRESSFUL: Not all change is good and even if it is, the adjustment period your life goes through can be very stressful. Change isn’t a bad thing at all. But, there’s no denying change does bring on stress, uncertainty and sometimes even restlessness. Don’t get us wrong. Change is wonderful and it’s why life is so exciting and interesting, but it sure doesn’t beat a holiday. HOLIDAYS ALLOW YOU TO GET AWAY: Holidays are an essential part of dealing with change and dealing with stress. As mentioned before in our blog post,…

CITY LODGE HOTEL MAPUTO GETS UNDERWAY

February 17, 2017 No Comments

148-room City Lodge Hotel Maputo will add to City Lodge Hotel Group’s African expansion progress in Kenya, Tanzania and Namibia Group will have seven hotels outside of South Africa by mid-2018 Fantastic news for business and leisure travellers – the City Lodge Hotel Group has begun the development of a 148-room City Lodge Hotel in Maputo as part of its targeted African expansion programme. Initial site works for the hotel began in late January and it is expected to open in the second quarter of 2018, taking the group’s number of hotels to 61, which will include three in Kenya, one in Tanzania, one in Botswana and one in Namibia, complementing 54 hotels in South Africa across the Courtyard Hotel, City Lodge Hotel, Town Lodge and Road Lodge brands. City Lodge Hotel Maputo will feature seven storeys and a basement and will have four meeting rooms as well as a…

TURN YOUR BUSINESS TRIP INTO A MINI ADVENTURE

February 6, 2017 No Comments

Most businessmen and women will tell you, business trips and conferences are no walk in the park. Often your days are filled with meetings and then you go back to your hotel room. But, then what? Why not use your downtime during a business trip to explore and have a mini adventure? There’s nothing worse than being stuck in a hotel room, answering emails and watching TV when you could be exploring a different city or a different country. Here are our tips for turning your business travels into your own mini adventures: TIP 1: TAKE A LOOK AROUND Learn about the world around you by exploring during your downtime on a business trip. Take a tour or visit a local hotspot. At City Lodge Hotels, we’re always ready to assist you with what is worth seeing and how long your mini adventure will take. Having a break between meetings? Stretch…

TIPS FOR DEALING WITH TRAVEL ANXIETY

February 1, 2017 No Comments

Travel anxiety isn’t unheard of, nor is it uncommon. People all over the world suffer from travel related anxiety. However, feeling anxious about travelling shouldn’t stop you from experiencing the world around you. Dealing with the unknown, or something you have no control over, is one of the many reasons people develop an anxious response to travelling. Here are some tips to help you stress less about giving in to your wanderlust: TIP 1: RESEARCH AND PLAN As we mentioned above, travel anxiety often kicks in because you’re surrounded by the unfamiliar. A great way to keep your anxious feelings at bay is to research where you’re going and plan what you’re going to do. Having a plan and some knowledge about the place you’re going to visit will help put your mind at ease. It will also help you mentally prepare for your business trip or holiday. Need some help…

HOW TO HOLIDAY ON A BUDGET

January 25, 2017 No Comments

January isn’t called ‘Janu-worry’ for nothing. Most of us are still feeling the effects of the festive season and for some of us, our 2017 budgets are already starting off on the backfoot. This, however, shouldn’t stop you from fulfilling your New Year’s Resolution to go on an adventure, travel more and give in to wanderlust. In one of our previous blog post ‘Need to save for a holiday?’, we gave you some tips on how to save for a holiday, in this post we’re going to help you save money while on holiday! Here are some expert tips on how to enjoy your next adventure, even when you’re in a pinch: START WITH A PLAN: This approach may seem less spontaneous but planning ahead and setting an agenda will help you save money for ad-hoc things that really take your fancy, like visiting a local farmers market. Planning your activities…

THE TRAVELLER’S CHECKLIST FOR A GREAT BUSINESS PRESENTATION

January 11, 2017 No Comments

You may be the office presentation pro but being out of your comfort zone comes with a host of new challenges. Most travelling business people know this. That’s why business presentations away from home are so stressful. Presentations are often stressful. Hundreds of business books will tell you you’ll be fine if you know your presentation and keep eye contact with your audience. But, not everything goes as planned, which is why we’ve put this handy checklist together for you: Ask what display system is available when booking a hotel conference room or boardroom. Load any software required before you leave for your business trip. Test your presentation at the office before leaving for your trip. Check that all your audio and video files are working. Pack a HDMI cable, an adapter, a USB device, your power cable and laptop all in the same bag. This will ensure you don’t forget or leave anything behind. Find…

WHY YOU SHOULD PLAN A HOLIDAY AWAY FROM HOME

January 4, 2017 No Comments

It’s common knowledge that holidays do us a world of good. Not only does your brain get a chance to rest and reset. Your body has an opportunity to recover from your busy-bee life. Now, we know your home is comfortable and you’re happy enough to just lounge on the couch for the better part of a week. But you wouldn’t be giving yourself the opportunity to really rest and relax. REMOVE YOURSELF FROM THE FAMILIAR: If you really want to recharge and reset, remove yourself from the familiar. Take a holiday away. There is, after all, a lot of credit to the saying “far from the madding crowd.” Staying at home means staying in your same old familiar routine with one exception – you don’t have to go into work. You still, however, have to take care of your chores, cook dinner like you do every night and feed your cat. STRESS…

EXPLORE NAIROBI

December 21, 2016 No Comments

Despite being the capital city of Kenya, Nairobi offers its guests the best of both worlds. Known as the safari capital of Africa, Nairobi caters to those who love big city life and those wanting to experience ‘wild’ Africa. In town for a business conference? A family holiday? Whatever the reason, make sure not to miss out on the opportunity to experience and explore Nairobi. Here are our suggestions: SEE WILD AFRICA AT THE NAIROBI NATIONAL PARK: Famously known for being the only game reserve in a major city, the Nairobi National Park is a successful rhino sanctuary. It also has its very own black rhino breeding programme. Over 100 mammal species call Nairobi National Park home. So, keep an eye out! You may just spot a black rhino, lions, leopards, cheetahs or hyenas. There have also been over 400 bird species spotted visiting the park. Sit and relax under the trees in the park’s picnic…

HERE’S HOW TO SPOT HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATION SCAMS

December 14, 2016 No Comments

Around the festive season, it’s a well-known fact that we, as South Africans, love to travel. Families and couples leave their day-to-day lives to take a break. Some travel down to the coast to enjoy the fresh, salty air of Durban’s beaches, while others travel inland to enjoy the big city life Johannesburg has to offer. But, things don’t always turn out as well as they should. Over the last couple of years, more and more people are caught out by holiday accommodation scams. Con artists take advantage of holiday makers because they know they are looking for great deals on accommodation and because people are often too trusting to second guess the credibility of the deal they have found. Protect yourself and your bank account from being a victim this festive season. Here are a few things to keep an eye out for, so you can spot a scam a mile away: PICTURE PERFECT ACCOMMODATION…

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR WHEN CHOOSING TRAVEL INSURANCE

December 7, 2016 No Comments

We already know the answer to the question “do you really need travel insurance?,” because we all know travel insurance is a must, regardless of whether you’re on an important business trip or, you’re planning a much needed family holiday to the coast. You see, it doesn’t matter if you’re a few hours away from home or halfway around the world, having your belongings, and yourself, insured won’t only put your mind at ease – allowing you to enjoy your holiday or business trip – it’ll save you from having to fork out unnecessary large amounts of money to fix a damaged laptop or replace a stolen camera. Now that you know you need a travel insurance policy, here are five tips to help you choose an insurance plan to suit your pocket and your trip: ARE ALL YOUR DESTINATIONS COVERED UNDER YOUR INSURANCE PLAN? Destined for London but have…