Wooden Beds

Wooden beds are a classic option when choosing a bed as the look is timeless and the material is durable. It used to be the only material used for beds for bedroom furniture in the past and the reasons speak for themselves. So, why choose a wooden bed frame? Let's take a deeper look into why a wooden bed is perfect for your home and family — from quality to design and everything in between. There are many reasons why a wooden bed is a great investment for your home, but these are the 3 most no

Halaal Hotels in Cape Town for Every Kind of Traveller

Our city has some of the best hospitality establishments in the world for every kind of traveller, and the search for halaal hotels in Cape Town is becoming more and more relevant. Visitors from Muslim communities locally and abroad, such as the Middle East and East Asia, are always looking for new and exciting experiences to try. Luckily, there are many options to choose from that are Muslim-friendly and serve up some great cuisine.

What You Need To Know To Book Your Flights Online - Travelstart.co.za

When it comes to travel, we know that it can be daunting when there are a thousand things to consider and lots and lots of planning to do. So, when it comes to booking your flights and knowing what you need to make the purchase as simple as possible, we have made the online process easy, convenient and secure. • Select any additional add-ons like insurance or extra baggage • Receive your e-ticket straight to your inbox. Off you go! To book your flights online, you will need some basic informat

African Wilderness Safari Holidays – For Every Type Of Traveller

More and more, those who travel are becoming more interested in seeing and appreciating the beauty and diversity of different places rather than just its popular sights. The world that we are privileged to live in is unique with an immense amount of beauty, best experienced when you’re able to get up close and touch the dust on its busy pathways. This is how, and why, safari holidays are gaining popularity. Are you one of those who are ready to give up your ‘’top attractions’’ and instead ventur

Best places to visit in May for South Africans - Travelstart.co.za

In May, the gardens of the Keukenhof Flower Farm come to life and visitors are invited to enjoy the most wonderful display of flowers, as far as the eye can see! The gardens flower over 800 types of tulip, but also include other bulb types of flowers such as daffodils and crocuses. Anyone who loves the sight of beautiful flora will enjoy this festival which runs from March until the third week of May every year. There are also artworks on display in the gardens. Hire a bicycle to make your way a

Choosing the Best Time to Visit the Philippines

Long days relaxing on the beach, taking a boat out to sea and swimming with whales and enjoying exotic food at quaint little restaurants, this is all that you can expect and more from a visit to the Philippines! The country sees wonderfully warm temperatures all year long, making it an ideal location at any time of your preference. The Philippines is your ideal location which is great for shopping and enjoying the exotic nightlife scene in Manila, enjoying a yacht cruise and snorkelling in Cebu

Top tips on flying with children

Family trips across South African borders may be every parent’s dream, but the stress of flying with children can put some people off the idea of it all. Not to worry though! Here at Travelstart, we love the thought of enriching your children’s young minds and exposing them to cultures abroad. This is why we’ve composed a list of everything you may need to get ready for that long flight ahead – hassle-free! What’s the ticket pricing for a child? Does the airline offer child services i.e. nanny

Local Tips on Enjoying Muizenberg Beach by Zaytoon Hanief

There’s not much that can compare to the first time you pick up a surfboard and head out into the great ocean. Regardless of the weather, you’re bound to have sweaty palms and even have your heart racing a bit faster than usual. Luckily, the guys & girls at Surf Emporium are there to guide you through it all and set you on your way to becoming the next Heather Clark, Roxy Davis or new-comer on the block, Brandon Benjamin! It’s no sheer chance that Surf Emporium is situated right on the beachfro

Book Cheap Etihad Airways Flights & Specials – Travelstart.co.za

Etihad Airways’ pioneering spirit and traditions of hospitality drawn from their home, Abu Dhabi, have been harnessed to create contemporary living spaces in the air, and provide all guests with unparalleled comfort and service. Having recently won three awards by Skyrax in 2016 - World’s Best First Class Airline, World’s Best First Class Onboard Catering, and World’s Best First Class Airline Seat for its First Class Apartment, their goal is to transform how you see air travel and make each jou

What we love most about you, Mum

Once again, we’re blessed with the annual day in our calendar that celebrates the best woman in the world, the one that loved us unconditionally from before we even took our first breath. Warm hugs, homemade food, a word of encouragement and the knowing that no matter what, she’ll always be there for you: Mum. Mothers have so much love to give but hardly ask for much in return. So, we thought that the least we could do was to tell our mothers exactly what it is that we love best about them!

The Spice of Life

We use spices everyday to add specific tastes and flavours to our dishes. But before medicine was made in a laboratory, people used what they had access to for common health ailments. Garlic, cinnamon, ginger, and many other spices hold medicinal properties that you can use when a medical practice is out of reach.  It’s like having a pharmacy in your own kitchen spice drawer! GARLIC can be used in most foods to add its distinctive flavour. In South Africa, most foods made traditionally call for