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Globerovers Magazine talks with Claire Bennett about her newly-released book: Learning Service: The Essential Guide to Volunteering Abroad. Claire lives and works in Kathmandu, Nepal, and freelances as a trainer and consultant. She is passionate about global education, ethical travel and ensuring good intentions are put to good use. The book is co-authored by Claire Bennett, Joseph Collins, Zahara Heckscher, and Daniela Papi-Thornton [MORE...]
Globerovers Magazine talks to Michela Fantinel about her book: "Your Australia Itinerary". Michela is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Rocky Travel, an award-winning blog and leading travel planning site for the solo traveller to Australia and Italy. She is a passionate solo traveller, who loves to share her adventures around the world as well as to help women setting off on their own to travel in a simpler and smarter way. [MORE...]
After my recent stay at the Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve from The Red Carnation Hotel Collection, here's my review. Whether you need a break away in nature, a pampering in a luxury spa, delicious culinary experiences, rest, outdoor adventurous activities, a romantic place to propose or historical cultural experiences viewing one of many Khoi San rock art sites, Bushmans Kloof has it all. [MORE...]
Looking for a romantic, adventurous yet luxurious getaway among unspoiled islands in the Andaman Sea? A luxury resort amidst untouched islands filled with endless memorable experiences. You have found it. Welcome to the brand new Wa Ale Island Resort, located on the remote island of the same name - one of more than 800 islands in Myanmar's Myeik (Mergui), Archipelago. If you have the choice of only one get-away from everything, the Wa Ale Island Resort is it! [MORE...]
Hermanus, South Africa, is known for its many whales between June and November. Its also know for the awesome Burgundy Restaurant with the best views! From the first smile when you enter and the warm greetings from Pieter, Rudolf or one of the other managers or waiters, you will know that this restaurant is all heart and soul and built on passion. Pieter is passionate about the business. His positivity rubs off onto everyone. Come in a enjoy great food and even greater hospitality! [MORE...]
The town of Hermanus along the Whale Coast of South Africa's Western Cape is known for, as you guessed, lots of whales. The whale watching season is between July and November when the Southern Right whales come into the bay from Antarctica to give birth to their calves. Outside this season, come visit Hermanus for the tranquility, beaches, wineries, fresh sea breeze, and cosy guest houses such as Hermanus Boutique Guest House located at 9 Marine Drive - almost on the beach. Our Cape Town reporter, Janet-Lynn Vorster, went to stay at this super cosy guest house for a weekend to check it out! [MORE...]
Globerovers Magazine talks to Linda Ballou about her new book: "Lost Angel Walkabout ~ One Traveler’s Tales”. It is now available at www.amazon.com, www.goodreads.com, and www.lindaballouauthor.com. The article will also appear in the next issue of Globerovers Magazine (July 2016). [MORE...]
Globerovers Magazine talks to Tony Hastie about his new book: "Bolivia Tried To Kill Us ~ A year trekking and travelling in South America". It is now available at www.amazon.com and at www.smashwords.com. The article will also appear in the next issue of Globerovers Magazine (July 2016). [MORE...]
Globerovers Magazine talks to Jon Tindale about his new book: Squashed Possums - Off the beaten track in New Zealand. Squashed Possums is available at Amazon.com and there’s more information at www.jontindale.com [MORE...]