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Best Europe airport buys

For airport shopping deals, Rome tops Europe's busiest airports, followed by Frankfurt and Berlin, but best buys for bags, perfumes or drink vary hugely from one hub to the next. 24 August 2010 04:29


Top 10 romantic hotels

In need of a romantic break, but don't know where to go? Boutique hotel connoisseurs Mr & Mrs Smith play Cupid with a hand-picked selection of 10 stays worldwide. 24 August 2010 04:15


Getting that natural focus

Most safaris provide numerous opportunities to wield a camera. But if you really want to hone your wildlife photography skills, a dedicated workshop is the way to go. 19 August 2010 06:00


SA tourism 'must promote low carbon economy'

The tourism industry must lead the way to take South Africa into a low carbon economy, says tourism minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk. 19 August 2010 04:04


Top 10 celebrity chef-owned restaurants in US

TripAdvisor has compiled a list of the top 10 celebrity chef-owned restaurants in the United States to help travellers who want a few celebrity stars with their meals. 19 August 2010 02:06


F1 hotels on track for stars

Hotel Formula 1 low-cost hotels has just received one-star accreditation from the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa. 18 August 2010 06:00


Top 10 sweetest US attractions

Travellers with a sweet-tooth can indulge as they take in the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of these sweet spots, which include chocolate fountains, ice cream empires and jelly bean feasts. 17 August 2010 02:01


NY the top fashion capital, but Asia sashays in

New York has reclaimed the title of the world's top fashion capital from Milan, but an annual poll suggests the top five fashion cities are seeing competition from Asia and Australia. 13 August 2010 07:19


Holidaying in polite style

With the holiday season well underway, a trip abroad is on the cards for most of us. Lazy days, balmy temperatures and the relaxed pace of a break away, however, can often cause us to forget our manners. 13 August 2010 03:28


Pets on holiday: flying luggage, pampered guests

Pets vacationing with their owners are finding that when they deplane, there's a room with a treat waiting for them. 12 August 2010 01:27