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HOW TO HAVE A STRESS-FREE HOLIDAY

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We’ve all had one of those holidays that are so stressful they leave us more tired than when we started. Holidays are supposed to be where you chill out and have some time to do whatever enriches your life. We can’t always promise that life will run as smoothly as you’d like, but here are some tips to help make your holidays as stress-free as possible. RELAX MORE ON HOLIDAY We’re always so excited to get the most out of our time off. We want to read every book, see everything worth seeing, eat at as many places as you can and do every other thing you’ve ever wanted to do. It’s tempting but it’s not always the best idea when you need to relax. Rather, choose the most important things to you and focus on those. Leave more time than you need to do everything. Most stress is from…

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6 TRAVEL TOOLS FOR YOUR BUSINESS TRIPS

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In today’s hyper-connected world, business trips aren’t just being taken by the suited-up corporate type. The world is opening up to smaller business owners, freelancers and entrepreneurs who have to constantly work on the move. Luckily, there are plenty of tools that can make your trips easier to plan, more efficient and ultimately more enjoyable. BOOKING THE FLIGHT There are plenty of great websites and apps to find the best deals. Cheapflights is great for domestic and international flight. It also lets you check prices for hotels and runs holiday deals. Also, beware of constantly going back to price checking websites when booking flights. Some websites have been known to slightly increase the price of flights every time you go back onto their site in an attempt to push you toward buying the ticket. One way you can get around this is by clearing your search history and clearing your cookies and cache in your web browser.…

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2018 LUGGAGE ALLOWANCES ON DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS

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The big day is finally here! You’ve been looking forward to this trip since you started planning it and now you’re finally going. You’ve double checked all the times, checked-in online and nothing can possibly go wrong… Then you pick up your bag and it’s a little bit heavier than you thought it would be. Fear starts to set in as you imagine the extra baggage costs but it’s too late to repack, so you just try your luck. When you check in at the airport, your baggage is weighed, and you hold your breath as the numbers keep going up and up on the scale. The scale finally settles… you’ve just made it! Sometimes, you don’t want your trip to be left up to chance when it comes to baggage restrictions. We’ve put together a list of all you need to know so there’s no need to stress for…

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HOW TO STAY SAFE WHEN TRAVELLING

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Travel is always exciting and inspirational but there is always a chance of things going wrong. The good news is that most of these issues can be managed and avoided with a little bit of planning and preparation. Here are a few tips to help you steer clear of potential holiday ruining situations: BE AWARE OF SCAMS AND THIEVES The world is filled with people trying to get on with their lives, just like you. So, don’t believe the lie that the world is a big bad place filled with people that you should be scared of. However, that being said there are always a few bad apples looking for an opportunity, especially when it comes to taking advantage of tourists. Pickpockets are found in all major cities around the world. They are always looking foropportunities to steal from easy targets, sobe careful not to make yourself one. Keep your…

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HOLIDAY HACKS TO HELP YOU TRAVEL LIGHT

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The simple act of packing a bag for a holiday can be just as exciting as booking your holiday or boarding the plane to your holiday destination. However, this excitement can lead to what we like to call the ‘just in case’ syndrome, where you end up packing nearly everything but the kitchen sink – just in case. Now, there’s nothing wrong with feeling excited and wanting to make sure you’ve prepared for anything – whether it be a change in weather or a change of plans. But with such strict baggage restrictions both inside South Africa and globally, it’s important to be selective about what you pack and how you pack it. HERE ARE 3 HOLIDAY HACKS TO HELP YOU TRAVEL LIGHT: 1. BE PREPARED WITHOUT OVERPACKING As we mentioned above, ‘just in case’ syndrome can lead to overpacking, which often leads to extra baggage charges. To keep your…

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10 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT JOHANNESBURG

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If you don’t know much about Johannesburg you could mistake it for another faceless industrial city. However, Jozi, as it’s more commonly known, is filled with amazing locations, rich history and fantastic people. So, whether you’re visiting the gorgeous City of Gold on a business trip, or you’re taking a much-needed vacation, here are 10 facts that will change your mind about the busy city and open your eyes to its unique charms: 1. O. R. TAMBO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Did you know, O. R. Tambo International Airport can handle 28 million passengers each year? In fact, some might even argue that O. R. Tambo is one of the busiest airports in Africa. O. R. Tambo got its name from Oliver Tambo, a former president of the African National Congress. The airport itself is located 1,700 metres above sea level –the perfect altitude for testing the world-famous Concorde aircraft back in…

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FOUR THINGS TO DO WHEN BAD WEATHER JOINS YOU ON HOLIDAY

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For some, there’s nothing worse than having your holiday plans ruined by wet, miserable weather. For others, however, the rain, wind and cold are the perfect excuse to relax and spend more time with their feet up. Unfortunately, whether you like it or not, the weather will do what it wants. Ultimately, it’s up to you to change your outlook, and possibly even your plans, to make your holiday a time of rest, relaxation and, of course, fun. HERE ARE FOUR HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES THAT COULD ACT AS ALTERNATIVES FOR WHEN MISERABLE WEATHER STRIKES: 1. KEEP WARM WITH COFFEES AND GOOD CONVERSATION: Your beach plans may have changed, thanks to the weather, but that doesn’t mean you have to sit in your hotel room all day. Instead, invite some friends to meet you at a nearby coffee shop or #Café and enjoy a hot beverage while you catch up. 2. RAIN,…

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FOUR TIPS TO HELP YOU DEAL WITH PREFLIGHT JITTERS

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Humans weren’t built to take to the skies, which is why it’s understandable that many people feel nervous or uncomfortable right before they have to hop on an airplane. For some, flying for business trips or holidays is rather exciting, while for others it’s more like a death-defying feat. That’s why we’re here to help! Here’s a list we’ve put together to help you combat your pre-flight jitters:  FIGHT THE ANXIETY WITH REST Got a flight booked for tomorrow that’s making you feel anxious and uneasy? We suggest getting an early night before hopping on your flight. Getting a good night’s sleep won’t only help you to think more clearly the next day, it’ll also help you feel a bit more relaxed and perhaps even mentally prepared for your flight. KEEP CALM AND CARRY ON If the thought of taking off in an airplane has you severely stressed, we recommend a good cup of tea…

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5 SIGNS YOU NEED TO TAKE A TRIP

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It’s funny how you can always tell when someone needs a holiday. As the year rolls on, more and more of your colleagues will start to look and sound like productivity zombies – people who are able to churn out work, but don’t have the energy to do much else. As you already know from our previous blog,“It’s Okay To Go On Holiday”, taking a break from work and going on holiday is vital to your productivity and happiness. It also plays an important role in keeping you sane. There are, in fact, five very noticeable signs that a vacation is much needed. Here’s what you should be looking out for: 1) LITTLE TO NO SLEEP Are your nights restless? Does your work haunt your dreams? These are definite signs that you need a break. It’s one thing to be concerned about your work, it’s another thing to lose sleep and…

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THREE WAYS YOU CAN MAKE YOUR HOLIDAYS BETTER

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We know what you must be thinking, what can possibly be better than a holiday? From our perspective – absolutely nothing. However, there are things you can do to help make each and every holiday as exciting and wonderful as the last – if not better. How you ask? Simple, you customise your holiday to suit you. This may sound very obvious but many people often just accept the holiday experience they’re presented with, without thinking of ways to improve or even customise their holidays to suit them. Here are three ways you can make your holidays better and create a custom experience for yourself: 1) RESEARCH AND BOOK YOUR SPOT: Whether you’re planning a trip away or a ‘staycation’ it’s important to look for activities that interest you. We understand that staying in bed all day or lounging around sounds like a dream whilst on holiday, but after a…

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