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<p>When most people describe their dream holiday, they are picturing a secluded island or exclusive resort that provides royal comforts and an escape from the bustling outside world. These blissful bespoke stays come with rejuvenating spa treatments, decadent meals and fun activities. With services that go above and beyond. it is their prime location and other amenities not seen at most hotels that set them apart.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Chalet Zermatt Peak</h3>



<p>Overlooking the magnificent snow-capped Matterhorn is a lavish luxury chalet with spectacular architecture, resplendent interiors and top-notch hospitality that conjure a lifetime of wonderful memories. A stay at Chalet Zermatt Peak commences with staff ushering you through a candle-lit tunnel into 820 square metres of space spanning five deluxe double bedrooms for 10 people with balconies and bathrooms with walk-in showers, living area, a fully equipped kitchen, wine cellar and indoor swimming pool. Floor-to-ceiling windows gift vacationers panoramic views of Zermatt, and there’s a terrace that stargazers will adore.</p>


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<p>Beyond this, the chalet boasts a wellness space with a sauna room offering wet Finnish and dry Swedish experiences, a hammam featuring bio steam, and indoor and outdoor jacuzzis.</p>



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<p>Professional masseuses are on hand to provide a range of refreshing and aromatic spa treatments.</p>



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<p>As for gastronomy, the quality of food is credited as one reason why guests choose the chalet time and again. Meals are prepared and tailored to your party’s whims by an in-house gourmet chef, and connoisseurs will find wines for perfect pairings. Afternoon tea is also served every day with Champagne if desired.</p>


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<p>The temptation would be never to leave this oasis of consummate comfort, though Zermatt boasts year-round skiing – three ski lifts are conveniently located less than a kilometre from the chalet. Also, within walking distance for the outdoorsy are paragliding, heliskiing, sledging, ice skating and more. Short strolls will take you to the Matterhorn Museum and Gorner Ridge, and if you want to venture further, just hop into a private limousine or helicopter.</p>



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<p><strong>Location: </strong>Zermatt, Switzerland<br><strong>Price: </strong>120,000 CHF (HK$1 million) for seven nights in peak season<br><strong>Reservations: </strong>chaletzermattpeak.com</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Hilltop Estate, Laucala</h3>



<p>Only the elite can dream of occupying this exclusive and extremely difficult-to-reserve villa perched at the top of Laucala, a private Fijian island of crystal-clear waters and lush green forests. Home to the COMO Laucala Island resort, this idyllic isle offers a superlative range of activities including an 18-hole golf course designed by David McLay Kidd, stables for horse-riding and a sustainable farm providing wagyu beef for guests – all this besides a full complement of watersports. It is certainly a fantasy holiday destination, with just 25 villas affording privacy and a sense of escape from the outside world.</p>


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<p>The Hilltop Estate, which can hold 8 guests, sprawls over 12,000 square metres, affording enchanting views of the island greenery edged by rugged coastline and dreamy beaches. It comprises three buildings, with the biggest, Delena, encompassing the master suite, living room, library, a stone bathtub and personal swimming pool with waterfalls. Family and friends can occupy Rua, which also has a swimming pool, and Dua. The interior architecture has an earthy vibe and furnishings favour natural materials like sago palms and coconut husks. Your own chef, chauffeur and nanny if required mean you don’t need to lift a finger to care for your guests.</p>



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<p>A traditional Fijian Bobo massage, in which experts use their hands and feet to knead tired deep tissue, is the top billing on a menu of calming, rejuvenating treatments that can be enjoyed in the residence or at Shambhala Retreat, Laucala’s wellness space. All massages and facials use locally sourced and natural ingredients.</p>


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<p>In addition to the private chef who will prepare the meals of your choice, there are four restaurants on this large private island. A particular favourite for lovers of Asian cuisine is the Seagrass Lounge and Restaurant, a treetop retreat serving pan-Asian delicacies. All food is prepared with fresh produce farmed or grown on the island.</p>



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<p>The most fantastic feature of a Laucala sojourn, though, is the charter flight arranged for you on demand. Departing from Fiji international airport, the plane dips down to a private runway surrounded by azure waters, ensuring zero hassle upon arrival.</p>



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<p><strong>Location:</strong> Laucala Island, Fiji<br><strong>Price:</strong> Starting at US$455,000 (HK$3.5 million) per night<br><strong>Reservations: </strong>reservations@laucala.com</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Echo Camp White Desert, Antarctica</h3>



<p>If you crave an out-of-this-world vacation, then these unique space-station-like pods located in the Queen Maud mountains of Antarctica should top your bucket list.</p>


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<p>Accessed from Cape Town by private plane, there are six accommodation pods, with each allowing 2 guests, at the recently opened Echo camp, two of them being standalone with a kingsized bedroom and ensuite bathroom and the other four interconnected with four bedrooms, lounge area and dining room. Built with sustainable materials, each heated pod has floor-to-ceiling windows and white carpeting, thus blurring the lines between cosy indoors and icy outside.</p>


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<p>While you contemplate the pristine vistas all around, a group of well-trained staff, including hosts, guides and personal chefs who cook gourmet meals to your order, assures that your stay is nothing less than memorable. If you book the Early Emperor package, you can partake in thrilling activities like fat biking, abseiling, ice climbing and skiing right outside your pod. Above all, you should not miss an excursion to the colony of Emperor penguins that usually dwells a few kilometres away.</p>



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<p>Given that Echo is a polar camp within the coldest place on Earth – temperatures can plunge below -60oC – guests require a thorough medical checkup and doctor’s all-clear before venturing south. The team at White Desert, Antarctica’s only hotel, also conduct safety lessons prior to the trip of a lifetime.</p>



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<p><strong>Location:</strong> Antarctica<br><strong>Price: </strong>Starting at US$780,000 (HK$6.1 million) per person for seven days<br><strong>Reservations:</strong> info@whitedesert.com Season dates: 24th November 2023 &#8211; 31st January 2024</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">ANI</h3>


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<p>Drawing its name from the Swahili word andjani which means ‘journey ahead’, ÀNI is the world’s first private resort collection. Founded in 2010, ÀNI offers exclusive retreats in the most beautiful and far-flung corners of the earth, from the Caribbean to Southeast Asia. Each ÀNI destination is designed exclusively for a single group of guests, accommodating up to 20 or 30 guests across 10 to 15 suites. Currently offering four resorts worldwide, ÀNI’s destinations include Thailand, Sri Lanka, the Dominican Republic, and Anguilla, each claiming panoramic ocean views in a pristine natural setting. Consummately private, each resort operates as an all-inclusive experience except ÀNI Anguilla which is on a half-board basis. They support their local ÀNI Art Academy and offer every facility and space a group of guests could possibly desire during their stay. A full complement of staff (between 20 and 30 per resort) tailors every detail – from dining and spa treatments to kids’ activities and exploration of the region – to ensure a bespoke experience that defies expectations.</p>



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<p><strong>Locations:</strong> Thailand, Sri Lanka, Dominican Republican and Anguilla</p>



<p><strong>Price: </strong>Starting at US$75000 (HK$580,000) per person</p>



<p>Click <a href="https://aniprivateresorts.com/reservations/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">here</a> to make your reservations.</p>



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<p>Guilin and Yangshuo offer some of the most stunning natural scenery in China and anywhere in the world. Weathered limestone formations rise near vertically from flat land creating a dreamlike, mystical landscape that is timeless and breathtaking. It is no surprise this area features heavily in Chinese culture, a muse for landscape paintings, literary works and inscriptions. Its magnetic beauty cannot fail to leave a deep impression on those lucky enough to spend time there.</p>


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<p>Guilin is the larger of these two conurbations in China’s southwest Guangxi province; it has long been a commercial centre and hub of rail, river and road transport in South China. Home to poets and artists through the ages, it is now a thriving tourist centre with low-rise buildings and a relaxed atmosphere. Major international hotels – some boasting luxury rooms with stupendous views – have been lured here and provide all-inclusive holidays. A fine range of dining experiences in Guilin embraces both Western and Asian dishes; Chunji Roast Goose restaurant is a local icon.</p>



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<p>Guilin means ‘Sweet osmanthus forest’ and autumn sojourners will see and smell osmanthus blossoms all over town. Its plentiful limestone pinnacles are even more outstanding, studding the city itself and flanking the Li River as it winds its way to Yangshuo, an unforgettable 83-kilometre river trip to the south. This karst landscape was formed over millions of years as mildly acidic water slowly created rock towers and vast underground cavern systems.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Reaching the peaks</h3>



<p>For the best aspect of this 2,000-year-old city, climb one of the limestone outcrops. A hike to Catch-Cloud Pavilion at the top of Diecaishan is a well-worn route, revealing superb panoramic vistas of tiled-roofed Guilin and its beautiful meandering river, plus the surrounding mist-shrouded pinnacles and flat farmland. Guilin’s crags are renowned for their carvings and caves, and part of the joy of this strenuous climb is stopping off to see the inscriptions in Breezy Cave (with its near-permanent breeze), some dating back centuries.</p>



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<p>Elephant Trunk Hill also offers stunning views, rising at the confluence of the Li and Peach Blossom rivers, with a Ming-era pagoda at its summit.</p>



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<p>Marvel at the wonderful stalactite formation called the Sword-testing Stone, hanging inches above the floor, a feature of the pinnacle of Fuboshan (‘Wave subduing hill’), and a tall yellow-grey rock rising from the river apparently with the ability to calm the waters below.</p>


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<p>Jingjiang Princes’ Palace is sometimes described as a miniature Forbidden City. Pre-dating Beijing’s palace by 34 years, it has an encircling wall and four gates. Protecting the palace from the northern direction is Duxiu Feng (Solitary Beauty Peak), with steps to the summit where magnificent views await.</p>



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<p>Guilin has wonderful public parks enclosing these peaks and architectural delights; the Green Belt Bridge from the Song era is in the District of the Two Lakes, a beautiful public park with gardens, walkways and pagodas. An 800-year-old banyan tree gives the lake – Rong Hu – its name. On the eastern side, Fir Tree Lake (Shan Hu) is overlooked by two traditional-style 40-metre-high pagodas, at Riyue Shuangta. The largest of the caverns at Reed Flute Cave can hold about 1,000 people and acted as a shelter during the Second World War.</p>



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<p>Another fantastic cave is in Seven Star Park on the eastern side of the Li. Its magnificent stalactite and stalagmite formations have drawn visitors from across China for a thousand years. There are many legends surrounding the slab of white rock hanging from a ledge.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Sights of the riverbank</h3>



<p>A must-do is a river cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo, with many tours beginning at the pier at Zhujiang. A majestic experience, amid a cluster of assorted river traffic, the cruise winds past small villages and the outlandish limestone pinnacles that crowd the river and are named after painters and poets. Between these peaks are idyllic sleepy villages and during the five-hour trip, the sights of South China’s rural life pass you by. Washerwomen squat on the floor near the riverbank, farmhands in conical hats work the rice terraces, white goats cling to the mountainside, and villagers fish from low bamboo rafts using trained cormorants.</p>



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<p>Indeed, cormorant fishing has been practised for thousands of years in China and most hotels in Yangshuo and Guilin organise hour-long night-time viewing sessions. The marine birds swim just below the surface alongside a bamboo raft towards a light hanging from the bow. When a catch is made, the fisherman will retrieve the fish from its beak.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Sense of adventure</h3>



<p>The river trip is a fantastic way to arrive in Yangshuo, which is far more laid back than Guilin and is a good base to explore the surrounding countryside. Yueliang Shan, with its distinctive crescent-shaped arch, is the most famous of the peaks in the area, and the area has become known for adventure travel with superb rock-climbing (considered the best in China), biking trips, hiking and caving (such as Heifo Xinshui Dong) opportunities. Hiring a bicycle guide will enhance your experience. Boating and ballooning can also be organised with local operators and rafting around Jade Dragon Bridge is always memorable.</p>



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<p>Yangshuo provides a wide range of accommodations, and the line of restaurants, cafés, guesthouses, souvenir shops and hotels along Xi Jie (West Street) extends to the river. A hotel in the countryside is another option for great views over the dreamily beautiful karst topography. Top-of-the-range hotels in Yangshuo and the surrounding area may organise magnificent private sightseeing tours. On the itinerary will be a day trip to the 500-year-old Longji (Dragon’s Back) Rice Terraces and visits to the villages of Huangluo Yao and Ping’an to gain insights into the local life of different ethnic groups.</p>



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<p>One thing to bear in mind is that scenic Guanxi has garnered a reputation as something of a haven for touts. So be prepared for this, and consider the purchasing of souvenirs as part of the experience.</p>



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<p>The restaurants and bars offer plenty of diverse culinary options, from West and East, and lasagne and enchiladas to pad Thai followed by cheesecake. Cheap beer and excellent Yunnan coffee also draw in the tourist crowd. The Impression Liusanjie choreographed musical show, held in the evening next to the Li River, is another attraction, with the karst peaks providing an unforgettable backdrop.</p>



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<p>High-speed trains run from Hong Kong to Guilin, with a transfer at Guangzhou or Guilin required to arrive at Yangshuo Railway Station (about a 5-hour trip in total). Guilin is also served by an international airport, which is located 28 kilometres southwest of the city. Visitors to this area never forget the experience.</p>


Karst of Thousands: The towering beauty of the Guilin and Yangshuo landscape leaves a lasting impression

<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-69961 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/travel-woman-train-2021-12-09-02-42-22-utc-e1676530887956.jpg" alt="travel-friendly tools" width="768" height="509" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/travel-woman-train-2021-12-09-02-42-22-utc-e1676530887956.jpg 768w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/travel-woman-train-2021-12-09-02-42-22-utc-e1676530887956-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/travel-woman-train-2021-12-09-02-42-22-utc-e1676530887956-600x398.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Travelling is certainly the most popularly loved and desired form of recreation. While some people can impulsively pack that bag and go on a vacation to any part of the world, there are travellers who need to plan every single detail of the trip.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you fall under the second category, then here is a step-by-step guide and some travel-friendly tools that will help you plan your trip assuming you have already finalised your destination.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Say all that is too much work for you, then we have also suggested websites that can do all the planning for you.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">P.S: You don’t have to be familiar with the place.</span></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-69962 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/albertina-museum-in-vienna-at-night-2021-08-26-22-39-22-utc-e1676530131581.jpg" alt="travel-friendly tools" width="768" height="512" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/albertina-museum-in-vienna-at-night-2021-08-26-22-39-22-utc-e1676530131581.jpg 768w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/albertina-museum-in-vienna-at-night-2021-08-26-22-39-22-utc-e1676530131581-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/albertina-museum-in-vienna-at-night-2021-08-26-22-39-22-utc-e1676530131581-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></p>
<p><b>Choosing the places to visit</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Whether you are interested in the arts and want to check out museums and galleries, or into adventurous activities like zip lining, you want everything you do during your trip to be fun-fullied. That is why planning your itinerary comes with a great perk. You get to cater everything your way.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For this, you can always head to Google Maps or <a href="https://en.tripadvisor.com.hk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Trip Advisor</a> which will you give you thousands of suggestions on the things you can do. There is a reason these apps are trusted by so many travel fanatics. You can read reviews and decide if the place is actually worth the visit.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Facebook is another brilliant resource. Join a travel group or two, and ask for suggestions there, and people will share their opinions. If you are lucky enough, you may even end up discovering a hidden gem that locals of the city go but tourists overlook.</span></p>
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<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-69965 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/google-my-maps-e1676530800103.jpg" alt="travel-friendly tools" width="768" height="548" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/google-my-maps-e1676530800103.jpg 768w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/google-my-maps-e1676530800103-200x143.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/google-my-maps-e1676530800103-600x428.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></p>
<p><b>Mapping them</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Next, it is time to put it all on a map. That way you can cover all the places that are in close proximity in a day or two. One of the best travel-friendly tools to do it is hands down Google My Maps.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Add the places on your list, and the website will create an interactive and user-friendly map that will allow you to see which spots are close to one another. You will also definitely stumble upon other things you can experience.</span></p>
<p><b>Research for important details&nbsp;</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">First things first, you need to check the website or social media pages of each location for opening hours and holidays. You don’t want to head to a museum on a Wednesday and find out that it is closed on that day every week.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">At this point, you should also check if you need to book any entry tickets, so that once your itinerary is ready you can reserve the tickets if needed.</span></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-69960 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/man-visiting-art-gallery-2022-01-31-15-06-42-utc-e1676530846258.jpg" alt="travel-friendly tools" width="768" height="512" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/man-visiting-art-gallery-2022-01-31-15-06-42-utc-e1676530846258.jpg 768w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/man-visiting-art-gallery-2022-01-31-15-06-42-utc-e1676530846258-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/man-visiting-art-gallery-2022-01-31-15-06-42-utc-e1676530846258-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px" /></p>
<p><b>Create the timeline</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Depending on what pace you want your trip to be, and how many days you are at the destination, create a timeline. You may prefer to have a busy and fully-packed schedule or one that is more chill.</span></p>
<p><b>All-in-one</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If all this planning is just too hectic, it is good that there are websites that will do everything for you. Two excellent travel-friendly tools are <a href="https://trips.klarna.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Klarna.Trips </a>and <a href="https://www.triphobo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Trip Hobo</a> where you only need to enter your destination, and preferences, the site will generate an entire itinerary which you can edit if you wish.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Now that you have your itinerary ready, book the flights and hotel, and you are all ready to go. Happy Journey!</span></p>
<p><em>(Text: Renuka Kennedy)</em></p>


Your Guide To Easily Planning A Trip To Anywhere In The World

<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-68195" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Kruger-National-Park-giraffe-and-zebra-1-e1665374074845.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="436" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Kruger-National-Park-giraffe-and-zebra-1-e1665374074845.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Kruger-National-Park-giraffe-and-zebra-1-e1665374074845-200x125.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Kruger-National-Park-giraffe-and-zebra-1-e1665374074845-600x374.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>A destination calling for a brave heart and a free spirit, South Africa offers an abundance of raw, wild nature. Ranking third in the world for biodiversity, the country is an animal and plant kingdom packed with more than 95,000 known species. It is undoubtedly the African continent’s most developed and popular place for holidays with more than 600 game reserves and safari parks, clear vast skies and beautiful beaches.<br />
The ideal time to go on safari tours is during South Africa’s winter, between June and October, when it is cooler and drier where barer trees allow you to spot animals roaming for prey. Although the summer offers lusher sights, the thicker bush may hinder your view. The cold nights are perfect for bonfires and the mornings bring spectacular sunrises with the options of finding comfort at a luxury lodge or camping in the wilderness to experience the rugged landscapes.<br />
<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-68162 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/diego-morales-NWwv0ETyzxc-unsplash-e1665135387137.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="467" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/diego-morales-NWwv0ETyzxc-unsplash-e1665135387137.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/diego-morales-NWwv0ETyzxc-unsplash-e1665135387137-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/diego-morales-NWwv0ETyzxc-unsplash-e1665135387137-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p><strong>Famous Five</strong><br />
With more than 600 types of reptiles and mammals and 800 species of birds, the country is most widely known for the Big Five – lion, leopard, rhinoceros, buffalo and elephant – that tourists tick off on their safari must-see list. These South African icons can also be seen on their bank notes, just in case one escapes you in the wild.<br />
The best way to spot these animals in their natural habitat is by booking a safari tour with a seasoned guide. Long safari tours usually cover a wide-ranging area and may prove to be more expensive than planning and booking your own itinerary. Rangers accompanying you on the game drives are skilled at tracking animals in the most unlikely of places. There may be the option to self-drive, but that comes with the risk of losing your way or encountering a herd of large and unfriendly animals.<br />
<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-68161" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Camp-Jabulani-Kruger-National-Park-Safari-Game-Drive-3-e1665134829647.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="500" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Camp-Jabulani-Kruger-National-Park-Safari-Game-Drive-3-e1665134829647.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Camp-Jabulani-Kruger-National-Park-Safari-Game-Drive-3-e1665134829647-200x143.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Camp-Jabulani-Kruger-National-Park-Safari-Game-Drive-3-e1665134829647-600x429.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p><strong>Park and Drive</strong><br />
Full-day safaris may be suitable for shorter stays at the bigger reserves, although it can get very hot midday – when the animals slink off to sleep too. Sunrise safaris will suit morning people, starting the day early when it is still cold and breezy, birds chirping and the bushes waking up to a new day. However, night game drives or sundowners are the most adventurous, as the sun is setting and nocturnal animals emerge from their cover. The wind blows a bit stronger, so it is advisable to bring layers.<br />
The most popular spot for safaris is the Kruger National Park. Too big to be covered in a week, the park is a five-hour drive from Johannesburg and home to a surprising variety of wildlife beyond the Big Five. It also covers the San (bushman) rock paintings and several archaeological sites. The diverse terrain allows varying safari styles in drylands, wetlands and river tributaries, from walking tours and game drives to horseback, hot-air balloon and boat safaris.<br />
<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-68166 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/parsing-eye-HSvdtGLQI6M-unsplash-e1665369041376.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="468" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/parsing-eye-HSvdtGLQI6M-unsplash-e1665369041376.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/parsing-eye-HSvdtGLQI6M-unsplash-e1665369041376-200x134.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/parsing-eye-HSvdtGLQI6M-unsplash-e1665369041376-600x401.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p><strong>Reserve Luxury</strong><br />
For travellers who do not want to compromise luxury and comfort, five-star lodges at private game reserves offer high-end accommodation, delectable cuisine and exceptional service, as well as exclusive wildlife excursions. One of the most luxurious safari experiences awaits guests at the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, nestled beside the mighty Kruger National Park.<br />
Singita Sabi Sand hosts an array of extravagant lodges and villas, each with a unique experience and distinct setting. Singita Boulders Lodge is built along the boulder-strewn banks of the Sand River, Singita Ebony Lodge rests among giant trees and restores the senses with colours and captivating sounds and Singita Castleton is reminiscent of an African stone-walled farmhouse overlooking the wilderness. These lodges share 45,000 acres of land that is known for frequent leopard sightings – often the most elusive of the Big Five.<br />
Spanning 58,000 hectares, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is one of South Africa’s largest private game destinations. Offering immersion in a landscape of flora and thriving wildlife, it is renowned for white lions, cheetahs, elephants and zebras. Three and a half-hour drive away from Cape Town in the southwest of the country, Sanbona boasts a variety of accommodation options on the open plain against the glorious backdrop of the Cape Fold mountains.<br />
Aquila Private Game Reserve near the Touws River is even closer – a two-hour drive away to the city attractions of Cape Town, and promises a fair chance of the Big Five. Time can also be spent with rehabilitated wildlife at the on-site Animal Rescue Centre. The 10,000-hectare conservancy offers game drives on traditional vehicles, horseback, quadbikes and even helicopters. Fire pits are lit at night for guests to gather, share stories and stargaze with telescopes where a good view of the Milky Way could be some solace after a day of wild adventure.<br />
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<p><strong>Water and Wine</strong><br />
Hermanus, a secluded fishing village and an hour-and-a-half drive away from Cape Town, will appeal to outdoor enthusiasts and culinary connoisseurs. It is also a great spot for whale-watching and spotting dolphins and penguins. Drive north from here into the foothills to reach the fairy-tale valley of Hemel-en-Aarde (‘heaven and earth’ in Afrikaans) famous for its fine Pinot Noir. It certainly is heaven on earth for oenophiles, as acclaimed wine estates cluster along a single road.<br />
<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-68171 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/devon-janse-van-rensburg-nQU3ZGflbxE-unsplash-e1665369289733.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="467" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/devon-janse-van-rensburg-nQU3ZGflbxE-unsplash-e1665369289733.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/devon-janse-van-rensburg-nQU3ZGflbxE-unsplash-e1665369289733-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/devon-janse-van-rensburg-nQU3ZGflbxE-unsplash-e1665369289733-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p><strong>Southern Paradise</strong><br />
The majestic Garden Route is among South Africa’s most scenic tourist attractions. Ideal for a long road trip, the 125-mile stretch of coast showcases striking vistas and must-visit spots of the Western and Eastern Capes. Along the way, there are beaches to sunbathe on, forests to explore and rivers to canoe. Among the most adventurous treks for hikers are the Otter Trail along the Indian Ocean coastline and the Tsitsikamma Trail, which cuts through indigenous forest.<br />
The west-to-east route begins at Mossel Bay, a harbour town of botanical gardens, beaches, museums and water parks, and continues as far east as you fancy. Be sure to stopover at Wilderness, which is great for water skiing, paragliding, trail-walking and fishing. A detour inland past myriad ostrich farms is recommended to delve into the underground wonders of the Cango Caves.<br />
Simply put, the South of Africa has it all.<br />
<img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter wp-image-68193 size-full" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/grant-durr-U1t34Bukk6U-unsplash-e1665373633469.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="467" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/grant-durr-U1t34Bukk6U-unsplash-e1665373633469.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/grant-durr-U1t34Bukk6U-unsplash-e1665373633469-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/grant-durr-U1t34Bukk6U-unsplash-e1665373633469-600x400.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p><em>Text: Zaira Abbas ;&nbsp;Photos: Unsplash.com</em></p>


South african safari- famed for game reserves and the big five

<p>The Easter holidays – lurking barely a month away – may just offer stressed out Hongkongers with the perfect opportunity to escape the coronavirus-laden confines of the Fragrant Harbour. Be it a solo trip to explore an ancient city, dancing the night away at Coachella or relaxing with a delicious glass of port in Portugal, here are some of our top recommendations for stress-free Easter getaways.</p>
<p><strong>Istanbul</strong><strong>, Turkey</strong></p>
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<p>A city bustling with a strong historical presence is just one way to describe the Turkish capital city Istanbul. From the exquisite Topkapi Palace – where you can witness the enduring legacy of the Ottoman Empire – to Byzantine highlights like Aya Sofya, Basilica Cistern, Kariye Museum and Hippodrome, these ancient monuments offer an unforgettable experience for any self-confessed history enthusiast. Beyond just its ancient allure, there are some quintessential things that cannot be missed out. For instance, ride the Bosphorus ferries – connecting from the <em>Eminönü</em> district to the Black Sea – to enjoy a view filled with alluring parks, mansions and palaces. Similarly, there are hammams where you can enjoy a warm and soothing Turkish bath to loosen all your muscles – isn’t relaxing one of the main purposes of a vacation. Lastly, make sure to go to Beyoglu at least once – a district known for its best dining and wining options among locals and tourists.&nbsp;</p>
<p><strong>Toulouse</strong><strong>, France</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-51169" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-toulouse-min.jpg" alt="Easter Getaways" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-toulouse-min.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-toulouse-min-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-toulouse-min-421x280.jpg 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-toulouse-min-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-toulouse-min-500x333.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-toulouse-min-400x266.jpg 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-toulouse-min-600x399.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>Located in the Southwest of France, Toulouse – also known as<em> La Ville Rose</em> (The Pink City) – takes something of a backseat to the more popular Paris. With beautiful pink bricks that give it its aforementioned nickname and colourful flowers blooming around the region, it is an ideal destination for both solo and group travels. The Occitane region&#8217;s capital also boasts some of the world’s best museums, cathedrals, monuments. Place du Capitole – the city’s main square, which abuts the city hall as well as the building that houses Salle des Illustres (Hall of the Illustrious) and Vieux Quartier (Old Quarter). The town’s friendly and flat lanes make it safe and easy to skate or cycle around – an activity enjoyed by many tourists and locals. With artistic churches and cathedrals like Basilique St-Sernin, Cathédrale de St-Étienne and Église Notre Dame du Taur, it is a promising destination to celebrate Easter.</p>
<p><strong>Coachella Valley</strong><strong>, California</strong></p>
<p><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-51165" src="//www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-coachella-min.jpg" alt="Easter Getaways" width="700" height="466" srcset="https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-coachella-min.jpg 700w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-coachella-min-200x133.jpg 200w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-coachella-min-421x280.jpg 421w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-coachella-min-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-coachella-min-500x333.jpg 500w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-coachella-min-400x266.jpg 400w, https://www.gafencushop.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/EG-coachella-min-600x399.jpg 600w" sizes="(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px" /></p>
<p>What better time to visit California&#8217;s Coachella Valley than for Easter, which perfectly coincides with the dates of the art and music festival <a href="https://www.coachella.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Coachella</a>. Apart from that, venture onto the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, serving a 360° aerial view of the valley from more than 8,500ft, or try your hand at hiking the Indian Canyon trails, which vary from 1.2 miles to 12.3 miles. For a show-stopping experience, there is the Marvyn’s Magic theatre – described as “world-class entertainment” – to witness some phenomenal shows. Moreover, fauna aficionados will surely love The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens for its numerous interactive experiences, including feeding a giraffe and petting a kraal.</p>
<p><strong>Porto</strong><strong>, Portugal</strong></p>
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<p>Porto – an up-and-coming touristic destination that makes the final entry on our list of Easter getaways – is where you can witness the perfect fusion of classic heritage and modern architecture. Known for manufacturing port (a type of fortified wine that takes its name from the national name), lining the banks of the Douro River are countless city’s cellars where you can get a first-hand tasting of this famous beverage. If you&#8217;re looking to explore the location’s ancient ruins, Ribeira district – a UNESCO World Heritage site – is well worth a detour, while Oporto’s Casa da Musica’s peculiar geometric construction and the 5D theatre – Look at Porto – let you view and experience Porto in a more contemporary light. Literature buffs, meanwhile, should head to Livraria Lello, a delightful bookshop famed as much for its neo-gothic and magic-inducing aura as its books. Moreover, don’t forget to grab a Francesinha – Porto’s emblematic sandwich.</p>


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<p>Fancy sledding in the Arctic Circle on reindeer sledges? Or listening to a private concert in a grotto in Iceland? Or maybe snowmobiling through frozen lakes in Sweden?</p>
<p>If you are all geared up for a Scandinavian adventure this winter, look no further!&nbsp;Award-winning luxury travel company, Jacada Travel, has just introduced its Northern European travel experiences, designed to transport you to the fairy-tale land of <em>Frozen</em> with lots of chilling adventures in tow.</p>
<p>And if winter’s not your thing, fret not, because each season in Scandinavia is unique and brings its own set of attractions. While in autumn, the nature blooms to its brightest colours before a barren winter, in spring-summer, there’s a chance of spotting bears that have just come out of hibernation.</p>
<p>To give us a sneak peek into what’s in store in a Scandinavian vacation, Jacada Travel is currently hosting an exhibition ‘<em>In Search of Light</em>’ by British photographer and explorer, George Turner, who has captured the beauty of lesser-known terrains of Norway, Finland, Scotland and Iceland through his lenses.</p>
<p>Exhibition details:<br />
The Haven by Jacada Travel<br />
29/F Wyndham Place, 40-44 Wyndham Street, Central<br />
21 October to 9 December 2017<br />
From 10am to 8pm (7pm on Mondays)<br />
Free for public</p>
<p><em>Text: Suchetana Mukhopadhyay</em></p>


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