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Top 10 things to do in Dubai

July 30, 2018 by SuitcasesandLattes Leave a Comment

I was privileged enough to live in Dubai for 6 months doing an accounting secondment (sounds great right?). Even though it was for work I managed to enjoy most of what this magnificent place has to offer. When I arrived in Dubai I could not believe the grand scale of things – I lightly use … [Read more…]

Posted in: Asia, Dubai, General, International Travel Tagged: atlantis, Burj, Burj Khalifa, cruise, Desert Safari, dubai, indoor skiing, International travel, mall of the emirates, palm islands, ski dubai, Travel, travelstart, UAE, water parks

San Francisco is my happy place

September 22, 2017 by SuitcasesandLattes Leave a Comment

Let me begin this post by saying…….. you must add San Francisco to your bucket list! Strangely enough it reminded me a lot of Cape Town and maybe that’s why I felt some sort of connection to this amazing place! Anyway, enough about my feelings, let’s  take you on the journey that is MUST do’s … [Read more…]

Posted in: America, General, International Travel, San Fransisco, Uncategorized Tagged: Alcatraz, ferry, golden gate bridge, golden gate park, hornblower, international, itenerary, japanese tea garden, lombard, mariners wharf, pier39, San Fransisco, sanfran, tramline, Travel, USA, wanderlust

The anxious traveller’s guide to carry-on luggage for a long-haul flight

May 19, 2017 by SuitcasesandLattes 3 Comments

First off, I’m not diagnosed with an anxiety disorder and by no means is this meant to diminish the issues faced by those that are. That being said, I tend to be pretty anxious and one thing that gets me hitting Anxiety Level 100 is preparing for a long-haul flight. I don’t do international flights … [Read more…]

Posted in: General, Uncategorized Tagged: essential guide to packing, flights, flying, long flights, long haul flights, packing tips, trvelling, what to pack

THE OAK ALLEY PLANTATION, Louisiana

April 6, 2017 by SuitcasesandLattes Leave a Comment

  When in Louisiana, it’s essential to visit the beautiful plantations that the South has on offer. I managed to visit one of the most beautiful plantations called, The Oak Alley Plantation. Oak Alley was a sugar a plantation, an abandoned investment property and even a cattle ranch for over 175 years and now it … [Read more…]

Posted in: America, General, International Travel, New Orleans, Uncategorized Tagged: activities, activities in new orleans, guide tours, louisiana, New Orleans, oak alley, Oak Alley Plantation, Plantation, plantation tour, slavery, south, tours, Travel

The truth about Santorini , Greece

March 31, 2017 by SuitcasesandLattes Leave a Comment

  I know that it’s been a while since my last post and I must admit that I needed time to write this post on Santorini, Greece. Reason being, I needed to really digest my experience in order to write something of value to our loyal readers (Hi again!) and to the new readers who … [Read more…]

Posted in: General, Greece, International Travel Tagged: active volcano, cave house, Europe, Greece, holiday, Oia, planning a trip, red beach, Santorini, suitcases and lattes, Travel, white beach

Black Friday South Africa 2016

November 22, 2016 by SuitcasesandLattes Leave a Comment

Black Friday 2016 So,  it’s that time of the year again and just about everyone has jumped on the Black Friday/ Cyber Monday bandwagon. What started off as a predominantly online phenomenon in South Africa has spread like wildfire. At this point it would probably be easier to make a list of those retailers who … [Read more…]

Posted in: Events, General, Uncategorized Tagged: Black friday south africa

Interview with Selim Kagee : Prince Charming who can sing too :)

October 26, 2016 by SuitcasesandLattes 1 Comment

In February 2014, I spoke to Cape Town-born, classical crossover artist Selim Kagee. Since then, he has been doing everything from performing alongside Irish supergroup Celtic Woman, singing the national anthem in Australia to performing live at the Sergio Franchi Memorial Concert in the USA. It seemed only fitting to do a follow-up interview before his up … [Read more…]

Posted in: Cape Town, Events, General Tagged: artscape, Cape Town, computicket, Indian, Kagee, local singer, Orchestra, Selim, Selim Kagee, show, south afrca

Outdoor fun with Acrobranch Constantia, Cape Town

September 14, 2016 by SuitcasesandLattes Leave a Comment

I was invited to Acrobranch Constantia and didn’t hesitate to say “YES!”. I was keen to check out the obstacle course as it looked physically demanding and included some zip-lining (my favourite!). The day arrived with a mix of terror and excitement. Acrobranch Constantia is situated opposite to the entrance of the Constantia Nek  hike. … [Read more…]

Posted in: Cape Town, General, Health and Wellness Tagged: acrobranch, capetown, friends, group acivity, outdoors, physical, southafrica, team building, team work, zipline

Our Top Spas in Cape Town

September 6, 2016 by SuitcasesandLattes 4 Comments
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We at S&L are certifiable spa junkies. A great massage can do for you in an hour what a weekend away can sometimes achieve- total RELAXATION. Cape Tonians are spoiled for choice when it comes to the variety and quality of health and wellness spas available. We have compiled a list of our favourite spas within various … [Read more…]

Posted in: Cape Town, General, Health and Wellness Tagged: health spas, spas cape town, spas southern suburbs

Tourist Visas for South Africans

July 29, 2016 by SuitcasesandLattes 1 Comment

As a South African with only a ZAF passport, you quickly realise that you have to go through the tedium of applying for a visa if you want to explore many international vacation destinations. No worries, this article will not only guide you into the hows of visa applications but enlighten you on some great visa-free … [Read more…]

Posted in: General, International Travel Tagged: accomodation, booking, Cape Town, holiday, NEED TO KNOW WHEN TRAVELLING, passport, Shengen visa, SOUTH AFRICAN, Travel, travel costs, UK VISA, visa free, visa free destinations, VISAS
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