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South Africa Dreaming

From meerkats to hippos and heavenly beaches to vibrant nightlife, South Africa’s diversity is hard to beat. Full of culture, history, wildlife and wilderness; it’s one of those life changing destinations.

Here are some dreamy images of South Africa’s must-see destinations…
 

The wildlife in Kruger

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Your top tips for preparing to travel

We recently asked our clever Facebook fans to give us their top tips for helping to prepare for a trip. We knew they'd come up with some handy hints, and we were proven right!
 
Take a look at what they've said, you might even find your own name on this list! And if you've got anything to add, feel free to leave a comment at the end of this post. Or head to Facebook to share your ideas with other Gecko's travellers.
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One unforgettable hour in Rwanda

The walk can be a killer. The hills are steep and you get sweaty. There are stinging nettles and thick brush to scramble through. Then you see them. Big black blobs in the distance.

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CNN votes Burma among top three places to visit in 2012

CNN recently voted Burma in their top three places to travel in 2012. There's no argument from us - we think it is truly one of the most incredible, beautiful and untouched places left on the planet.

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