A HEAVY matter – what one should take along and what should be left behind

When travelling or migrating, one of the most difficult questions is what one should take along and what should be left behind. Sometimes emotions prevail and what you decide on, will be of little use when you eventually arrive at your destination.

Windows and beds, for example, are not the same standard size all over the world. Therefore rather make sure that the curtains and bedding will fit before you start packing. Familiarize yourself with the customs requirements in the destination country. Some countries do not allow open fires, which might mean that the Weber will have to be left behind.

All countries also do not use the same electrical current and thus your electrical equipment might to be useless abroad, or require expensive conversion. A few questions before the bags are zipped closed or the shipping container is sealed, will prevent expensive mistakes.

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Five travel tips that no-one tells you about

If the travel bug bites, it never lets go again. Every young person should see the world. By travelling, you not only broaden your horizons, but also your outlook on life. My husband and I love to see new places and experience new things. For this reason, we try to visit a new part of the world every year. Here are five travel tips that no-one tells you about:

Buy cheap airfare
Visit www.cheap-flights.co.za before deciding where to go. This website has a search function to allow you to find the cheapest tickets to whatever country. After deciding where to go, confirm which airline offers the cheapest tickets. We were surprised to see what difference one day can have on an air ticket. The cheapest options on www.skyscanner.net will most probably include unknown airlines. Don’t let this put you off – read a few reviews about the airline before making your choice. We travel with Angola Airlines to Portugal in August this year. The tickets were dir