Whether you are going on a safari holiday in Africa or a beach holiday or a combination of the two, it is important to be able to capture some of those memories to take home with you. These images will enable you to look back on your holiday for years to come. When taking your camera abroad, you should be sure that it is insured to be used out of the UK as many insurance policies don’t offer this as standard.

To capture the best images, you should consider your surroundings and the light and if you are going to be taking images of wildlife, the flash! A flash going off can spoke many animals and may scare them off completely.

Africa has some amazing photo opportunities no matter where you are in the country. Cape Town is a beautiful town in Africa which has mountain ranges and the ocean which is the perfect setting for any holiday.

If you really want to capture your holiday in all its glory, why not invest in a little photography course before you go to show you the best techniques to get the perfect shot every time.

If you’re planning a holiday to South Africa, then you should definitely take some time to try the local cuisine. If you fancy trying a local snack then why not have a Biltong or a Droewors. Biltong is a dry cured meat which is thinly sliced. A Biltong is a sausage like cured meat. Vetkoek, which means Fat Cake, is a Ball of dough which is filled and fried. It is very popular in South Africa and can be either savoury or sweet. Popular fillings include apricot jam and spiced mince and grated cheese.

Boerewors are basically sausages that are usually made from a mixture of beef and pork spiced with coriander. It comes in a wheel like spiral and can be eaten on its own or in a bap.

No holiday should be taken without trying a few of the local dishes. People are often worried about getting ill by eating foods they are not used to when away, but as long as you go somewhere that is reputable then you should be fine. It is always worth speaking to a few of the locals to find out where’s best to eat and also where’s best to avoid!

Although you may think South Africa to be the place to go for the best safari holiday they also have a beautiful array of golden sandy beaches making it a very popular destination for holiday goers.  In South Africa you will find a large number of beautiful 5 star resorts that are literally minutes away from the mile upon mile of sandy beaches with beautiful clear waters.

If you stay in one of the four or five start resorts the food on offer is often amazing value for money and offers a wide range of local and homely cuisine to suit every appetite.

If you quite fancy trying a safari holiday but also love spending time on the beach then you do not always have to choose between the two. Why not combine both safari and beach holiday in to one, spending a week on safari and then a week relaxing by the pool with a glass of wine? If you want to try something really exciting, then why not book a ride on the back of an African elephant or go on a gorilla expedition whilst you are there? South Africa is a truly amazing country and often leads to breath taking experiences that only happen once in a lifetime.

We all know of the popular destinations in South Africa such as Cape Town or Johannesburg but what about the hidden gems that many of us simply did not know exist but that offer a great holidaying experience for all.

Augrabies Falls National Park is about 120 km west of Upington and was established in 1966. With its amazing views and breath taking water falls, Augrabies Falls Nation Park is a place of beauty and will not disappoint. It is not one of the most popular tourist destinations but will certainly give anyone visiting it a holiday to remember. The local people call it the place of Great Noise, as the powerful flow of water is unleashed from rocky surroundings characterised by the 18km abyss of the Orange River Gorge.

Throughout the park are amazing view points and decks to allow you time to sit and really admire the stunning scenery around you.

When travelling from the UK to South Africa you do not need to apply for a visa. You must however have a full valid passport that is not due to expire within the next 6 months of the date of outwards travel and not be staying in South Africa for more than three months.

When travelling to South Africa with children under the age of 18, you’ll now need to produce the child’s full birth certificate as well as their passport. (The full certificate is the longer one that includes the parents’ details too.) Photocopies are not acceptable and anyone with a UK passport must also take the child’s birth certificate with them, a passport alone is not sufficient.

A flight from the UK to South Africa is approximately 12 hours so if you are taking children, you may wish to take some sort of entertainment for them or be sure to check that your flight has in flight entertainment. You may also wish to consider booking a meal or two for the flight.

South Africa is a beautiful place to visit and offers a wide range of activities for people of all ages. South Africa is famous for its safari holidays, but if that’s is not really your cup of tea, there are plenty more choices available to you.

The beaches in South Africa are breath taking. They offer golden sandy beaches, with clear blue seas and plenty of sun for those looking to do a bit of sun bathing.

Many of the resorts offer an all inclusive package where you food and drinks are included in the price you pay. Often these resorts are very luxurious with a private pool, at least one if not more restaurants on site, games room, spa and sauna and kids clubs. Some even have their own golf course.

When choosing your location, check for malaria free zones if travelling with children and find out the distances from the beach etc.

If you are looking for a beach holiday in Cape Town then you may want to consider staying at Ellerman House. Ellerman House is a luxury resort only a few minutes’ walk from Clifton beach and ten minutes away from the city centre putting you in the perfect location for everything.

Ellerman House only has 11 rooms so you can be sure that you will be well looked after on your stay and it is suitable for family’s or couples/ individuals.

Two of the rooms in the resort have a separate lounge area making it ideal for small groups or families and almost all of the rooms have a fantastic sea view. If you need slightly more room then Ellerman House also has a villa, Ellerman Villa. The villa sleeps six people but you can have the option to book a further two rooms below the villa making it perfect for ten guests.

When many people think of South Africa they imagine it to be all about Safaris and wildlife but there are many places within South Africa that seem a million miles away from the scenes you see in places such as Kruger National Park.

Johannesburg is a bustling city that has a wealth of bars and clubs, restaurants and plenty of shopping malls to fulfill your retail therapy needs. There are also plenty of places to visit during the day such as the modern art galleries or upmarket entertainment areas.

Why not spend a day exploring the gold mining industry at Gold Mine Reef, that took Johannesburg from where it was to the magnificent place we see today.

There really is something for everyone at this place of history and beauty from spending the evening living it up in a trendy bar or club to relaxing in a 5 star restaurant.

Sun City is the most popular holiday resort in South Africa delivering non-stop, thrilling entertainment every day of the year. If you are looking for a holiday that offers fun activities, in beautiful and safe surroundings then Sun City is the place to go.

The resorts offers a golfing experience that you will not forget on the Gary Player designed golf course. If you love the water, then why not take a dive in to the Valley of the Waves area of the resort where you can relax by the clear blue waters or find excitement in the exhilarating water rides.

With all of this going on in the day, you may not expect such a wide range of activities to choose from in the evening. Sun City has a host of cocktail and wine bars on site as well as top class restaurants. If you are looking for a little more excitement then you could head down to one of the casinos or pick from one of the live performances that are put on every night.

Durban is a coastal city in eastern South Africa. It is a very popular destination for UK tourists due to its all year round warm weather and opportunity to explore the outdoor lifestyle. With a range of activities to do, great surfing location and beautiful places to eat it is easy to see why many tourists flock here every years.

Durban is famous for its golden beaches and fantastic surfing opportunities. The beach stretches all along the front of the city from the harbour in the south through to the upmarket suburb of Umhlanga in the north. If you want somewhere to go with children then the uShaka Marine World is not to be missed. This world class aquarium and water park with a wide range of restaurants is perfect for a day out for all the family.

Seafood and curry restaurants are popular in Durban and as well as having plenty of places to discover during the day, the night life is also not going to disappoint.