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your door or your PHOTO ShowMe Plett door to abroad. Thank you for joining us on our flight today! As always, we are delighted to have you on board and I hope my dedicated team is taking the very best care of you. Every CemAir passenger is valued and we appreciate your decision to fly with us.

CemAir is constantly working to enhance the service we offer and Whether you are interested in a full importing here are just a few of our recent initiatives which we are proud solution or just one specific component, and excited to share with you in this autumn issue of Skynews. During February CemAir undertook our first IOSA audit, placing Sasfin provides you with the right finance and us on track to become IOSA certified by the end of May and a full IATA member by mid-2016. This is a significant step for the forex advice for your business. company and is a further demonstration of our commitment to running a world class airline with the highest safety standards.

IOSA is the IATA (International Air Transport Association) For more information contact Operational Safety Audit and is the gold standard in airline safety audits. This international accreditation is a comprehensive Arno van Niekerk assessment of all aspects of an airlines operation undertaken over a five day period by five IATA approved auditors. Around Cell: +27 82 375 3313 84% of all scheduled passengers carried worldwide are flown by IOSA-certified carriers and the safety record of certified carriers is [email protected] extremely high and roughly three times better than those airlines that chose not to participate in the standard.

Once a full IATA member CemAir will, in time, be able to develop relationships with other major airlines allowing for additional business | wealth | banking conveniences such as checking baggage through to final destinations, issuing all boarding passes for multi segment journeys at the time of check-in and having CemAir flight segments included on the same ticket of a multi segment journey.

We are pleased to announce that from the beginning of April complimentary newspapers will be available when checking in for your flight with CemAir. Initially rolled out at our OR Tambo base and later at our other stations, most major publications will be provided daily for your convenience and enjoyment. Titles will include, Business Day, Citizen, Mail and Guardian and more.

CemAir has acquired an additional Bombardier Dash 8 aircraft. The aircraft is a Q300 series Dash and with 50 passenger seats will provide additional capacity on our growing routes, particularly Plettenberg Bay. The aircraft is scheduled for delivery in April with entry into service anticipated in early May. There is a strong family resemblance to our existing Dash 8-100 which is seen regularly on all our routes, but Q300 stretched version has a 3 meter longer passenger cabin to accommodate the additional seating.

I hope you enjoy this edition of Skynews and your CemAir experience today. We welcome your feedback either directly by email to [email protected] or through our social media platforms. Business Sasfin Bank Ltd. Reg no. 1951/002280/06 An authorised financial service provider licence no. 23833 A registered credit provider NCRCP22 and a member of the Sasfin Group beyond a bank Miles van der Molen 2 | APRIL / MAY 2016 CEMAIR SKYNEWS CEMAIR SKYNEWS APRIL / MAY 2016 | 3

10004996_Sasfin_JewishLife_March_FP.indd 1 2016/03/02 11:59 AM EDITOR’S CONTENTS LETTER In this edition of CemAir Sky- MILES VAN INTO AFRICA news, we treat you to our very DER MOLEN INTERVIEW own rich and diverse ecological Where to get regions to uncover the myste- CEO of CemAir the most out ries of South Africa’s sardine of your South run and whale watching. We African Wildlife take you into Africa to find Adventure out how to get the most out PAGE 10 PAGE 12 of your South African wildlife UPCOMINGEVENT adventure. RARE EARTH TAKE IT TO Enquiring minds want to know… RETREATS THE MAT YOGI who are the SA hopefuls for this year’s Master’s? Quite pos- Whichever sibly the best sporting event Escape to serene school of yoga WILD COAST SUN CLASSIC hideaway bliss you follow, the on earth (according to Google goal is said to be and my husband), the Masters at the Wild Coast Sun Country Club, San Lameer & Southbroom Golf Courses is more than the ultimate golf PAGE 14 liberation. PAGE 18 tournament. It’s also competi- tive drama and some serious pressure performance with MASTERING 2016 JAGUAR 22 - 25 May EXPERIENCE. LEGENDARY. ACTION. THE MASTERS SIMOLA amazing landscape. We bring HILLCLIMB this popular event, watched by more than three million people, Sun International are proud to bring you the 2016 Wild Coast Sun Classic. We take a look to the forefront. Get ready to at the players From oysters to Join us at the Wild Coast for a 3 day action packed golf competition. 54 Holes representing fast cars place your bets! are guaranteed to entertain you. Enjoy the excitement of the challenge. SA at the 2016 PAGE 24 masters. PAGE 28 You won’t want to miss our investigation into finding the perfect balance… this edition’s health and wellness feature PACKAGES: THE ART SCENE focusing on the health benefits PLETTENBERG of yoga and meditation. Find Wild Coast Sun Resort 3 Nights, Sunday 22 to Wednesday 25 May - from R 3668.00 out who’s who in the zoo and Add on rates available for Fri / Sat from R1145.00 A travellers Dear Abby learn how yoga can help you paradise all year Design & Decor love and accept your body. round! The popular seafood paradise Package includes: PAGE 30 PAGE 32 found along the Garden Route 3 Nights Bed & Breakfast at the Wild Coast Sun in two of our sexiest towns, 3 Rounds of Golf on Sun, Mon & Tue (golf carts included at the Wild Coast Country Club) The Fat Fish, divulges a secret CEMAIR SOCIAL PROGRAMME 6 3 Dinner Functions Coconut Crème Caramel recipe REGULARS CEMAIR’S FLEET 7 and The Collection highlights Entertainment ROUTE MAP & SAFETY INFO 8 the Pletteberg Hotel and all it’s 5th Hole Par 4 CEMAIR NEWS 9 Golf shirt TECH PAGE 16 trimmings. EVENTS AND ENTERTAINMENT 34 BUSINESS & FINANCE 36 We hope you find this issue of A FORK IN THE ROAD 38 CemAir Skynews informative Closing date for entries: 15 April 2016 JUST FOR FUN 40 and entertaining. On behalf LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE. BOOK NOW! LETTERS TO CEMAIR 41 of the entire CemAir team, we ON A LIGHTER NOTE 42 For further information, please contact Sandi Burger at the Wild Coast Sun on 039 305 4836, wish you a safe and wonderful journey! Thanks for flying with [email protected] us and see you next time on CEMAIR SKYNEWS TEAM / EDITOR Patty Butterworth / ART DIRECTOR Alice Freedman / JUNIOR For bookings: [email protected] DESIGNER Roxanne Conradie / PUBLISHER & SALES Lorna MacLeod / ADMINISTRATION & SALES CemAir. Jenny Wilcox / CONTRIBUTING WRITERS René Connelly, Andy Sullivan, Vann van Staden and Wild Waves Water Park suninternational.com/wild-coast-sun/events/wild-coast-classic Julian Freimond / CEMAIR SERVICES Nicolene Myburgh / COVER PHOTO stock.adobe.com Send an email to Published by Mac Publishing & Consulting on behalf of CemAir. For advertising enquiries contact [email protected] [email protected] / +27 (0)78 425 4382. For CemAir bookings and enquiries contact with your feedback. [email protected] / www.flycemair.co.za / +27 (0)861 CEMAIR (236 247)

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CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY CORPORATE SOCIAL PLANE INFORMATION INVESTMENT CEMAIR’S FLEET TECHNICAL INFO BOMBARDIER DASH-8 BOMBARDIER CRJ BEECH 1900D THE BITOU LIFESAVING PROGRAMME IN PLETTENBERG BAY Engines Twin Turboprop engine Twin Turbofan engine Twin Turboprop engine 1800 SHP per engine 9220 Lbs. Thrust 1279 SHP per engine ONE OF CEMAIR'S Pressurised cabin class 3 crew & 37 passengers 3 crew & 50 passengers 2 crew & 19 passengers Maximum speed 269 knots / 497 km/h Mach 0.81 / 860 km/h 284 knots / 525 km/h KEY OBJECTIVES oday, a new successfully passed more the high standards and element of than 130 youth through commitment of the Average cruise speed 238 knots / 440 km/h Mach 0.74 / 785 km/h 246 knots / 430 km/h IS TO GIVE leadership in the the Lifesaving South programme, they have business world Africa Qualifications financially supported the Maximum operating 25 000 feet 41 000 feet 25 000 feet T altitude YOUNG ADULTS is making a profound Programme. initiative and allowed for difference.Corporate Plett to employ additional Max climb rate 2 500 feet per minute 3 000 feet per minute 3 000 feet per minute A PLATFORM TO social investment (CSI) One of CemAir’s key lifeguards and purchase is typically associated objectives is to give much-needed equipment. Fuel capacity 3 210 litres / 5678 lbs 8 583 litres / 14 350 lbs 2 500 litres / 4 484 lbs ACQUIRE BASIC with large companies, not young adults a platform They also assist with Maximum range 1 000 nm / 1 800 km 1 946 nm / 3 620 km 1 400 nm / 2 500 km small businesses. But as to acquire basic funding to other WORKPLACE companies of all sizes are workplace skills that may coastal communities Wing span 25.89 meters / 84’ 11’’ 21.2 meters / 69’ 7’’ 17.6 meters / 57’ 11’’ quickly learning, investing equip them for future job and encourage these Length 22.25 meters / 73’ 26.77 meters / 87’ 10’’ 17.6 meters / 57’ 10’’ SKILLS THAT in the social upliftment opportunities. With hard communities to operate of the communities in work and commitment, their programmes on a Height 7.49 meters / 24’ 7’’ 6.22 meters / 20’ 5” 4.6 meters / 14’ 10’’ MAY EQUIP THEM which you operate has the youngsters graduating similar module. become crucial. Recent as Bitou Lifesavers do so Cabin height internal 1.88 meters / 6’ 16” 1.85 meters / 6’ 1’’ 1.8 meters / 5’ 11” business studies point to with confidence in their Over the past nine Seat pitch 31 inches 31 inches 30 inches FOR FUTURE JOB a majority of stakeholders abilities and a belief in years the success of OPPORTUNITIES. agreeing that CSI makes themselves. The yellow the programme is self- Seat width 17 inches 17 inches 17 inches good business sense and red lifeguard shirts evident; three of the Equipment Overhead luggage stowage Overhead luggage stowage Underseat luggage stowage and is a ‘must do’ while are well recognised in trained lifeguards have Forward Galley Forward Galley consumers say they the community and give joined the South African Forward lavatory Rear lavatory are more likely to buy a level of status and Navy, one the Fire & products and services responsibility to the Rescue Academy, four Cargo door size 1.27 x 1.52 meters / 50” x 60” 0.84 x 1.1 meters / 33” x 43” 1.25 x 1.32 meters / 49” x 52” from a company if they wearer. Says van der paramedic services and know it supports good Molen, “If we build self- most recently six have BOMBARDIER DASH-8 BEECH 1900D causes and gives back to confidence and lay the just received notification the people. foundation for just one they have all been of these lifeguards for a accepted into a cruise As a key ingredient in future career, we will have ship company as full time business strategy and been successful.” life guards. execution, CSI is playing a central role in helping The programme started The immediate impact on companies to be seen as in 2004, first as a water- the local community has leaders. CemAir has set proofing initiative for been extremely positive. several objectives for their children. With little to no When asked about the CSI. According to CemAir support, the programme impact of the opportunity CFO Laura van der Molen; was eventually to work and travel for six “We have a responsibility terminated. It was months will have on his because of who we are resurrected in 2007 after family, a recent graduate and what we do to take Plett ‘imported’ lifeguards replied; “my parents have a lead role in ensuring from Cape Town and Port never had an opportunity BOMBARDIER CRJ visitors to our destinations Elizabeth. Eventually, to do anything like this. have a safe beach teenagers from the Plett They never thought they experience.” Picking the area were brought into the would have the resources right partner is crucial. programme and trained to put one of their children CemAir has selected to the highest standards. in this situation. My the Bitou Lifesaving More than 150 local youth parents are so proud, I am Programme to be part have received training grateful.” of their CSI programme and have gained full time for the Plettenberg Bay employment. CemAir’s contribution and area. The programme’s steadfast commitment mission is to train and During 2012, the is a great example of employ local youth from programme was how companies can earn all communities in the recognised by the respect and leadership area, to become qualified Western Cape status by taking a Above: Spot the CemAir lifeguard lifeguards to protect Department of disciplined approach to towers on all of Plett's beaches. Below: the beaches. Since its Environmental Affairs CSI. A few of the lifeguards at a briefing. inception, they have and Tourism. Due to

6 | APRIL / MAY 2016 CEMAIR SKYNEWS CEMAIR SKYNEWS APRIL / MAY 2016 | 7 IMPORTANT INFORMATION SAFETY IS CEMAIR NEWS BEAUTY OUR PRIORITY ON BOARD SAFETY FEATURES SPECIFIC TO THIS AIRCRAFT CAN BE FOUND ON THE PASSENGER BRIEFING CARD IN THE SEAT POCKET IN Rolene Strauss, the South African model and Beauty queen who was crowned Miss South Africa in 2014 FRONT OF YOU. YOUR SAFETY IS THE CREW’S RESPONSIBILITY and Miss World 2014, posing in Bloemfontein with CemAir Aircraft and Ground Crew members G. de Villiers, SO PLEASE COMPLY WITH THEIR INSTRUCTIONS AT ALL TIMES. J. Thompson, L. Vermuelen, L. Oldwagon and Captain D. Rider before boarding CemAir flight 5Z0113 from Bloemfontein to Johannesburg. Welcome on board!!

CARRY-ON BAGGAGE whenever seated. For your is established in the cruise. For safety reasons your safety, we suggest you keep Laptop computers (including cabin baggage must fit into it fastened throughout the CD-ROMS and DVD), hand flight. held calculators, electric THANK YOU! approved stowage spaces. Ugu South Light weight hand luggage shavers and portable CemAir would like to thank Magnis Trucks in Bloemfontein for the opportunity should be placed under the SMOKING personal listening devices to be part of the Farmers in Need charity Golf Event which was held on 25 Civil Aviation Regulations (including compact disk and seat in front of you if you Coast February 2016 at the Schoeman Park Golf Club. Money raised was donated to prohibit smoking on board all mini disk players) may be are flying in our Beech 1900 local farmers who are experiencing extreme difficulties with the recent drought. and if you are traveling in our CemAir flights, including all used during flight. Any item Dash-8 or Bombardier CRJ electronic cigarettes. that makes use of a 3G or Tourism then stowage is provided other internet connection under the seat and in the PORTABLE should be disabled or turned overhead compartment. ELECTRONIC off. takes to the Any baggage that cannot fit EQUIPMENT & LAPTOP under the seat will be tagged COMPUTERS REFRESHMENTS and placed in the cargo-hold. Please switch off all Refreshments are supplied skies... Emergency Exits need to electronic devices as they on board your flight. Please remain free of obstructions may interfere with the aircraft enjoy in moderation bearing at all times. avionics system. Cellphones, in mind that your aircraft may e-readers and electronic not be equipped with a toilet. SEAT BELTS tablets may only be used in Please fasten your seatbelt ‘flight mode’ once the aircraft

CemAir & Plett Animal Welfare working together Ridley the kitten found a new home, thanks to the efforts of Plettenberg Bay Ugu South Coast Tourism from KwaZulu-Natal Animal Welfare Routes and Days: (USCT) CEO Mr Justin Mackrory recently had the (PAWS) and CemAir. pleasure of travelling with USCT Patron sponsor Our pilots, Walu JHB - Plett: Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun JHB - Margate: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun CemAir on return flights between Margate and OR Walubita and Jeffrey Plett - JHB: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun Margate - JHB: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun Tambo when conducting business at Meetings von Holdt pose for a Plett - Cape Town: Wed, Fri, Sun JHB - Bloemfontein: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sun Africa and exhibiting at the Beeld Show in photo with dedicated Cape Town - Plett: Wed, Fri, Sun Bloemfontein - JHB: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Johannesburg in February. Cabin Crew Member Tracy from PAWS. JHB - Kathu (Sishen): Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri Bloemfontein - George: Fri, Sun Nicole de Vos certainly went to every length to Enjoy your new Kathu (Sishen) - JHB: Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri George - Bloemfontein: Fri, Sun ensure the passengers were well looked after. A home Ridley! true professional and fantastic CemAir ambassador. Thank you CemAir! – USCT

Carry-on baggage CEMAIR PILOTS BRING FUN TO JUBA ORPHANAGE CemAir engineers and pilots bring on the fun in Juba! Dale, Ryan and Mark from CemAir enjoyed a morning trip to the local orphanage in Juba. They surprised the children with a cake, lollipops, soccer balls, tennis balls and a rugby ball, and spent the morning playing games with the children. CemAir leases two aircraft to an oil and gas company in Juba, South Sudan.

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8 | APRIL / MAY 2016 CEMAIR SKYNEWS CEMAIR SKYNEWS APRIL / MAY 2016 | 9 INTERVIEW /MILES VAN DER MOLEN equipment ourselves. We have preview of the features of to regions not serviced by other are created. This is exactly what operating experience in some of CemAir’s new aircraft, the Dash-8 airlines. What are your plans for we are achieving with a new the harshest places in the world Q300 these routes and possible new service to Margate and Plettenberg including our current locations routes? Bay. Every year we bring tens of plus Afghanistan, DRC and Sudan. MvdM: We are delighted to thousands of visitors to these We continually look to progress be taking delivery of our Dash MvdM: Launching a previously towns, each one with the spending and to this end we have just 8-Q300 during April 2016. The serviced route is challenging and it power to create jobs. In addition, completed our final IOSA audit aircraft is a larger variant of takes a great deal of time to inform Cemair proactively invests in youth and will shortly be applying for full our popular Dash 8-100 with the market of the new option and projects in these communities IATA membership. IOSA is the passenger seating increased from to build market confidence in the with the aim of giving youngsters Miles van der Molen, safety standard of IATA and there 37 to 52 on this variant. The aircraft route and the airline. As such we skills to be able to provide for are only 405 airlines worldwide has the same impressive short believe our growth has just begun themselves and their families on a with the accreditation including runway performance which we in Margate and Plett and that the sustainable basis. all major carriers. This depth of require for our Margate and Plett growth prospects for both these experience, infrastructure, technical flights but will allow us additional destinations are considerable, both CS: What do you hope the airline CEO of CemAir. understanding and financial seating capacity to grow these because we can capture a larger will look like five years from now? stability can only come after years markets. The ‘Q’ designation portion of the existing market and of operation and sets Cemair apart in Q300 is from Bombardier’s because these towns are now MvdM: CemAir will maintain a We conducted an interview with Miles to catch up on Cemair’s progress in from a start-up airline. inclusion of noise dampening growing so the overall market is strategy of slow managed growth technologies in the construction expanding. with continuous improvement the airline industry, some of the projects they are working on and the big CS: You have several types of of these aircraft giving it jet levels and internationally recognised aircraft in your fleet. What aircraft of cabin noise with turboprop We are contemplating additional standards. Over the last decade we plans he has for Cemair’s future. do you currently operate with and efficiencies and field performance. routes such as Bloem to PE, have created a strong foundation why did you decide on these? Bloem to Nelspruit and Joburg and a company with good inherent CS: What do you see as your niche to Grahamstown, and some or value. Our short term goal is to MvdM: We operate three aircraft in the airline industry? most of these routes will be complete our IOSA certification types, the Beech 1900, the implemented in time. The resources and IATA membership process Bombardier Dash 8 and the MvdM: CemAir’s strategy is based required to launch a previously and to form better relationships Bombardier CRJ. These type all fall the overarching concept of creating unseviced route are considerable with larger carriers to allow for into the commuter/regional airliner value. We aim to create value in and ongoing so these will be rolled improved connectivity throughout Q&A with Miles class of aircraft and have the our customer’s lives by offering out in a controlled and sustainable our network. We will now continue appropriate seating capacity for the something that other airlines don’t. manner. to build a scheduled flight network work we do. The types were chosen This can take the form of a service across SA focusing on our services as they fit our market profile and to a new destination as was the CS: What social projects has to smaller destinations and linking each type represents the best case with Margate or an improved CemAir been busy with over the regional centres on regional aircraft. supported, best performing and service to an already serviced town past three years? most reliable aircraft of those as with our service to Bloemfontein offered by manufacturers serving where we offer an option of MvdM: The concept of Corporate these market segments. Our improved punctuality and reliability. Social Investment is entrenched expansion plans are focused on in CemAir’s strategy of value the Dash and CRJ fleets. CS: CemAir is rather unique in creation. For me true social the South African airline industry upliftment is achieved when jobs CS: Can you give us a sneak in that you started flight services and entrepreneurial opportunities

CemAir Skynews was tightening we decided to the coast and our Bloem (CS): Cemair’s name is to diversify and found that to George route is the first growing in familiarity, a specific destinations in SA of these with Port Elizabeth monumental task in a were unserviced and would be commencing in the coming consumer market. You of perfectly suited to our aircraft months. course started the business types. Ellisras and Sishen were and have been at its helm our very first destinations. CS: The industry has not ever since. Tell us about This was later followed by the been kind to start-up airlines. Cemair’s journey thus far. leisure destinations, Margate What are you doing to make and Plettenberg Bay. At the sure that CemAir remains Miles van der Molen time, these two towns relied successful? Left: CemAir's (MvdM): Our roots are in on an airport more than an Dash-8 100. aircraft leasing and the bulk hour and a half away by car MvdM: Although CemAir of our work continues to be and we believed our service may be a new name to many Right: Miles on the beyond SA’s borders. We would offer a valuable time consumers we are well currently have aircraft in South saving. Our Johannesburg to established. The company beautiful Lookout Sudan, Mali, Nigeria, Zambia Bloemfontein route was the is now in its 11th year of Beach in Plett with and Botswana. Several years first leg of our Free State hub operation, we own 22 aircraft his best friend back when the leasing market strategy to link Bloemfontein and maintain all of this Sushi.

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of whale watchers is later taken thern Africa takes place. This thousands of birds plunging tier Park being the largest. by a multitude of other marine is an incredible spectacle whe- from the sky, larger game fish mammals. re millions of sardines spawn feeding in frenzied packs and Wildlife viewing in Africa is ge- in the cooler waters and move a variety of shark species just nerally best during the dry sea- The great southern right wha- northward along the east coast. waiting for their own popcorn son when the lack of grass and les migrate from their icy fee- Their sheer numbers create a snacks! foliage increases visibility, and ding grounds off Antarctica to phenomenal feeding frenzy the animals and birds are for- INTO AFRICA warmer climates, reaching us in along the coastline. Millions TENTED CAMPS AND ced to congregate around limi- June. The country’s coastal wa- of sardines make up the ‘run’. DRIVE-THROUGH SAFARIS ted water sources. There is also Where to get the most out of your South African Wildlife Adventure ters teem with the giant animals, Often more than 7 kilometres South Africa encompasses plenty of water to drink and both mating, calving and rearing their long, 1.5 kilometres wide and one of the most diverse lands- the vegetation and the leaves on young – and giving whale-wat- 30 metres deep, the shoals are capes on the entire continent, the trees become thinned out chers spectacular displays of clearly visible from spotter pla- with habitats ranging from in- for better viewing opportunities. raw power and elegant water nes or from the surface. Some digenous forests, stony deserts There are close to 1700 Safari South Africa has recently acrobatics. The coastal towns scientists estimate that the sar- and soaring mountains, to lush Tour Operators throughout the imposed a year-long along the South Coast, the Gar- dine run could rival East Africa’s grasslands and classic African country. CemAir flies into some leopard hunting ban for den Route and the Western great wildebeest migration, an savannahs. It is home to pen- of these areas and can create a 2016. Cape offer tailored trips to expe- experience not to be missed. guins and flamingos, the elusi- tailored-flight package to meet rience these gentle giants. Ce- ve white and black rhinos and your safari needs. You can even mAir flies into Southbroom, Ple- Because of the cold currents gigantic African elephants, and bring along granny to help with ttenberg Bay, George and Cape along the vast stretch of coast- many more animals that surpri- the little ones. Town making a whale watching line and their appetite for plank- se and amaze visitors. There are experience a quick and easy ge- ton, the shoals are ideal targets more than 700 publicly owned (References: wikipedia.com, taway. for much larger and hungry pre- reserves (including 19 national lonelyplanet.com) dators with the opportunity to parks) and about 200 private Between the months of May view them from below. Diving reserves, with Kruger National and July, the sardine run of sou- tours often experience tens of Park and Kgalagadi Transfron- Editor’s Family Safari Pick SOUTH AFRICA Only three hours from Joburg in the malaria-free IS ONE OF Waterberg, Ant's Hill offers a safari experience that is at once entirely decadent and absolutely comfortable. THE BEST The primary attraction is horse-riding. Close to fifty horses live out here and enable riders to get seriously DESTINATIONS close to plenty of game. Consequently the reserve is lion and elephant-free (although day-trips can be organised WORLDWIDE to neighbouring big-five reserves) - and besides riding, guests can go on long walks and mountain bike rides. FOR VIEWING Even the little ones can pony ride through the bush or go on exciting bug walks, keeping their eyes peeled for WILDLIFE, chameleons, ant lions and dung beetles. And, unlike some EITHER BY luxury accommodation, toddlers, tots and teens are all most welcome - in fact, everyone is welcome. Families, LAND OR SEA. couples, singles. Ant's Hill really is one of those rare places that lives up to the 'leave as family' tagline. hen most peo- The result is perhaps rougher would be May – October during ple imagine their than a traditional itinerary — tra- the winter months. bucket-list South veling in South Africa can often WAfrican wildlife ad- be a challenge — but also more MARINE WILDLIFE venture, they’re in the back of rewarding, and rarely lacking ex- Watching marine mammals, an open 4x4, nothing to worry citement. South Africa is one of whether from land or boat, is about but their cameras, as their the best destinations worldwide an incredible experience an- expert guide keeps an eye out for viewing wildlife, either by ywhere along the coastline with for cheetah tracks and rhino land or sea. In addition to tradi- spectacular annual visits from dung. Or maybe they are crui- tional safari lodges with tented southern right and humpback sing along the coastline, state- camps, you will also find educa- Whales and enormous pods of of-the-art cameras and binocu- tional animal experiences, ani- dolphins year-round. So, pack lars in tow to spot a rare Orca or mal sanctuaries, free-roaming your rain gear and prepare to Right: Ant's Hill offers possibly sight a southern right animal parks and marine safaris get wet! unforgettable family safari whale mother and her calf. Then that will blow your mind. experiences. Far right: it’s back to the luxury lodge to During the season’s peak, as doff their pith hats or London When is the best time of year to many as 37 different species of Photo from Shark Cage Fog rain jackets, enjoy a sun- experience South Africa’s wildli- whales and dolphins pass throu- Diving KZN. This adventure downer and relive the day’s si- fe in its grandeur? You can pret- gh the offshore waters of sou- is available on the South ghtings. ty much spot wildlife any time of thern Africa. Their place in the Coast, Cape Town and the year, but an exceptional ‘season’ binoculars and spotting scopes Garden Route.

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THE OUTPOST Game drives are conducted by qualified and experienced guides in open 4x4 safari vehi- Fast Facts: cles. The drives are not restricted to public • Private 26 500 hectare Big Five Wilder- roads in Kruger National Park and mostly ness make use of tracks formerly reserved for the • RAMSAR Wetland Site use of Park officials. • Birders Paradise Guests who would like to experience the • Unique Design bush on foot may do so after breakfast as • 80% of Kruger Biodiversity an alternative to a game drive. These walks • Baobabs are exhilarating and informative... the perfect • Traces of Early Humankind opportunity to get up close and personal with the wonders of nature, and a great way to The Outpost lies in the Makuleke Contractual stretch your legs and breath the fresh bush Park, a vast and remote wilderness area bor- air. On request subject to availability. dered to the north by the Limpopo River and Zimbabwe and to the east by Crooks Corner and Mozambique. The Big 5 Makuleke Con- EKUTHULENI LODGE tractual Park measures some 26 500 hecta- res and is well known for its abundant wildlife Fast Facts: including less common species not evident in • 35 000 Hectares in size the southern and central regions of the park. • Malaria Free reserve Apart from large herds of elephant and bu- • No Private Vehicles permitted ffalo, guests will be able to see Nyala, an an- • Home to over 50 different mammals telope which is not easily found in the more • Over 300 bird species southern regions of the park, and over 350 re- • Management deeply committed to on- corded bird species. The diverse terrain of the going conservation research and deve- region includes Mopane Woodlands, Fever lopment Tree forests, Acacia thickets as well as some • Ancient and delicate Bushman rock art of the largest and oldest Baobab specimens. The Outpost has been designed using Ekuthuleni Lodge invites guests to relax next Top: Lounge area terberg. After sundowner drinks, allow Surrounded by magnificent rock out- private wooden deck listen to the calls simple, clean lines, combining elements of to the swimming pool overlooking sweeping of the magnificent the darkness of the African bush to en- crops, Tshwene Lodge is a secluded oa- of a passing herd of elephant, or watch steel, concrete and open space. The unasha- grassy plains, or watch the sun as it sets at Ekuthuleni Lodge. velop you on the evening game Safaris. sis in the rugged valley of the Taaibos the African sun set the bush ablaze as medly contemporary design of The Outpost the end of an African day. If the weather is Bottom from left: Nightlife abounds in the African bush River. The Chacma baboon, after which it sinks over the horizon, in this mala- emphasises its beautiful surroundings but cool, curl up with a book in one of the com- and predators stalking prey in the cover the lodge is named, calls at the break ria-free paradise. Explore the bush on of darkness are a truly magnificent sight of dawn to alert of pending danger. Rich Two daily game drives are conducted blends into, and preserves the wilderness that fortable lounges before enjoying a delicious foot - you won't get is its home. meal prepared with the freshest ingredients to behold. in bird life, Tshwene offers peace and by experienced rangers who will provide The Outpost accommodates 24 guests available. Meals can be enjoyed in the cozy a more personal tranquility for those seeking to get away intimate details of the abundant flora in 12 stand-alone, open plan en-suite Luxury dining room or on the open-air deck, shelte- experience. The from it all. The five strategically located and fauna, of which many species are Spaces resting on a hill overlooking the Luvu- red from the elements by a reed awning. sumptious bedroom TSHWENE LODGE suites all offer exhilarating views of the unique to the Waterberg. Enjoy an early vhu River. The Spaces are connected to each Each of the five suites at Ekuthuleni Lod- suite at Tshwene valleys below and the hills beyond. Nest- morning safari and watch Africa awaken other and the central Lodge area by a 500m ge offer guests intimacy, privacy and magnifi- Fast Facts: led with a rock outcrop, Tshwene Lodge in front of your eyes. Then head home for Lodge. Dining under • 35 000 Hectares in size is intimate and peaceful. The main facili- a scrumptious breakfast before settling Zimbabwean teak walkway. These contem- cent views of the grasslands – giving a whole sthe stars at The porary Luxury Spaces have been cleverly new meaning to nature on your door step. • Malaria Free reserve ties include the two lounges, pool, indoor down for your midday siesta. designed, making full use of space, concre- The romantic bathrooms open onto a private Outpost. Ekuthuleni's • No Private Vehicles permitted and outdoor dining areas set on a huge te and steel with state-of the art retractable courtyard and have both indoor and outdoor unique bath setting. • Home to over 50 different mammals wooden patio with magnificent views. All screens offering 180-degrees of uninterrup- showers. • Over 300 bird species meals are prepared by our local Chef for ted views of the Luvuvhu River Valley. Two daily game drives are conducted by ex- • Management deeply committed to a Delicious culinary experience. Guests will be taken on game drives in the perienced rangers who will provide intimate ongoing conservation research and Unwind in the comfort of a double early morning and again in the late afternoon details of the abundant flora and fauna, of development room with bathroom en-suite, an in- [email protected] which may extend into the early evening. which many species are unique to the Wa- • Ancient and delicate Bushman rock door and private outdoor shower and 011 327 3910 art breath-taking African views. From your www.rareearth.co.za

14 | APRIL / MAY 2016 CEMAIR SKYNEWS CEMAIR SKYNEWS APRIL / MAY 2016 | 15 MUST HAVE WILDLIFE APPS & GADGETS

It’s almost that time of year where we love to show off the collection of South Africa’s most popular heritage – wildlife. Word to the wise; know what you are sighting and get some background info on the species and its behaviour. These mobile applications and gadgets help you to locate, identify and understand the wild animals and birds that you encounter in the bush.

iOS | Anroid :: FREE iOS :: R50 +/- iOS :: R100 +/- Postagram Whale Watching African-Sasfari Wildlife Guide Plet Mad Ad 210x137 Curves.indd 1 2014/06/02 2:04 PM Download the free Postagram app and This is a special application for every This may just be the ultimate wildlife use it to create postcards from your passionate whale and dolphin whatcher! app. The big bonus is that you can safari holiday which can be delivered Take short descriptions for all species download the images and articles onto by mail to anywhere in the world. The with you and use them offline, docu- your mobile device before you go on photo pops out as a 3x3 inch photo ment your own whale sightings. The safari. This means you can access all the print, so you can keep it forever. You can app helps you to identify species by a info without an internet connection – personalise it with a profile photo of number of sophisticated filter mecha- often absent in the heart of the African yourself and it can be delivered nisms. Depending on your location, only bush. Main features include Wikipedia anywhere in the world. Choose photos relevant species are shown. The app articles, an image picker, searching from your iPhone, Facebook, Instagram includes habitat maps with photos or capabilities and landscape and portrait or Dropbox or just take a photo within drawing, image galleries and the option modes. the app. Easy capeezy! to send your sightings. (by Baliza GmbH)

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language of spiritual exercise in the jewel of a coastal village on the probably won’t sweat much, but United States, crossing many lines south coast of KwaZulu Natal you should leave the class feeling of religion and cultures. Every day, is one such retreat. It’s run by a longer, looser and very chilled. millions of people practice yoga to psychotherapist specialising in Iyengar is a very meticulous style improve their health and overall trauma and focusing on gently of yoga, with utmost attention well-being. That’s why we’re achieving wellbeing in a tranquil paid to finding the proper TAKE encouraging everyone to take environment. They offer therapy alignment in a pose. To achieve part in PALA (Presidential Active for clients that may be suffering this goal a wide array of yoga Whether you follow the Lifestyle Award), so show your from burnout, the effects of a props such as blocks, blankets, spiritual path of yoga support for yoga and answer the stressful corporate environment, straps, chairs, bolsters and a rope IT TO challenge.” Quite an endorsement bereavement, divorce, etc. Their wall are all common. Teachers of or apply the somewhat Mr. President. I wonder if Donald unique offering is the opportunity this type of yoga have to undergo tricky poses that result Trump has a rug? to have psychotherapy in a holistic comprehensive training so if you in a pretzel-like stance and peaceful environment, away have an injury, then Ivengar is THE for physical betterment, Not sure what to wear to yoga from the stresses of city life. The probably your best and safest class? Not a problem…go in your emphasis is on healthy living, choice of yoga. Restorative yoga many people of limber birthday suit. Seriously. Nude healthy eating and cuisine that is is everyone’s friend. It’s a fantastic persuasion are hitting yoga is all the rage. At the risk of geared towards light food. way to relax and get your mojo YOU ARE MAT the yoga mats all across catching an eyeful of something back after a stressful week at the the globe. The experts in you wish you could sooner forget, If a retreat is simply not on the grindstone. Passive poses with this new bending in the buff craze cards for you at this stage and you very little if any exertion is the key BEAUTIFUL etymology are divided as has tongues wagging. It would are looking for a yoga studio near here. Sounds like a winner. If you YOGI! to the true meaning of seem the craze ignited when you, then rest assured. There are a are a fan of ‘Swan Lake’ then you EXACTLY the term but two schools Nude Yoga Girl burst onto the plethora of studios to choose from. will probably enjoy Vinyasa yoga, of thought have agreed Instagram scene and captured According to Kate Hanley (yoga big on fluid, movement-intensive the attention of yogis all over. teacher and freelance writer), there practices. Teachers choreograph THE WAY to disagree. According Sharing black-and-white pics of are eight major styles of yoga their classes to smoothly to Dasgupta (author of herself twisting and contorting her to choose from, each offering a transition from pose to pose, and YOU ARE Yoga – As Philosophy and lithe, nude body into various yoga unique experience and workout. often play music to keep things Religion), the term yoga poses, this former model, who The key is to find the one that lively. If you hate routine and love wishes to remain anonymous, suits you best. For you beginners to test your physical limits, then Namaste can be derived from either reveals every inch of her toned, out there, here is an easy guide to this is the one for you. of two roots, yujir yoga (to taut figure. She told Daily Mail yoga. Anusara is a relative newbie yoke) or yuj samādhau Online that the message she to the yoga world. Classes, which (to concentrate). It is wants to promote with her page are specifically sequenced by the is that of body acceptance (if my teacher to explore one of Friend’s agreed that yoga has its body looked that way, I would Universal Principles of Alignment, It's not your history but roots in both Hinduism your presence on your be only too happy to accept it). are rigorous for the body and the mat that matters. and Buddhism and many Because of the app’s strict no- mind. Ashtanga yoga is based on references to it can be nudity rule, she has very skillfully ancient yoga teachings and is a disguised her intimate parts with rigorous style of yoga that follows found in their ancient texts. clever shadow photography and a specific sequence of postures. Whichever school of yoga uses Photoshop to edit out a Always performing the exact same you follow, the goal is said cheeky nipple here and there. ‘On poses in the exact same order, to be liberation. the whole’ the photos are very this is a hot, sweaty, physically tastefully done and it’s amazing to demanding practice. Bikram yoga oga came to the attention of see how supple the body can be. is wildly popular, making it one of an educated western public Nude Yoga Girl is big on promoting the easiest types of classes to find. in the mid-19th century along body positivity - ‘You are beautiful Be warned though. Classes are with other topics of Indian exactly the way you are.’ Phew, held in artificially heated rooms Y thank goodness, right?! Now so you will sweat like you’ve never philosophy. Apart from the spiritual goals, the physical postures of yoga before you scamper to find the old sweated before as you work your are used to alleviate health problems, digital camera and start clicking way through a series of 26 poses reduce stress and make the spine away, let’s have a look at where that are always followed in the supple in contemporary times. Yoga and how you can start your yoga same sequence. Hot yoga is a is also used as a complete exercise experience. subtle twist on Bikram, as the programme and physical therapy room is also heated and you are routine. Purists such as Andrea R. Health retreats offering yoga, guaranteed to sweat profusely, Jain, argue that yoga is undoubtedly meditation and the like are as however the class deviates from a Hindu movement for spiritual plentiful today as the threads on the Bikram sequence in a few meditation, yet is now being marketed quality yoga hemp pants (as those ways. as a supplement to a cardio routine who prefer to remain clothed and insists that this scope “dilutes during classes will concur). The Hatha yoga is a generic term its Hindu identity.” Through the ages mesmerising sounds of the gong that refers to any type of yoga yoga has had its fair share of both can be heard from Pilanesberg that teaches physical postures protagonists and antagonists. In recent to Pofadder and purveyor of including almost every type of years it has drawn support from world pretzel-like poses are happily yoga class taught in the West. leaders such as Barack Obama who sharing the love. Fountain House Here you will be introduced to the stated, “Yoga has become a universal Retreat, a luxury villa set in a most basic yoga postures and you

18 | APRIL / MAY 2016 CEMAIR SKYNEWS CEMAIR SKYNEWS APRIL / MAY 2016 | 19 We spoke to Philippa, who owns and runs INNER SPACE YOGA SOUND AND MOTION in Plettenberg Bay. Hosting classes in picturesque outdoor settings overlooking the bay, her classes are a treat. Trained at the famous Sanctuary Resort and Spa in Thailand by well-known and highly knowledgeable yoga therapist Shy Sayar, Philippa has this to say about life and yoga. “When we feel spacious and clear inside PORT ST JOHNS, we can move through life with more ease and grace, experiencing a lightness of being and overall sense of wellness and joy. Through practicing yoga regularly we dissolve unnecessary blockages and stress within, climb deeper into ourselves to embody all that we are, and consciously connect with our higher selves through committed focus and motion. When our inner space is shiny and bright, our outer space PARADISE IN PONDOLAND generally reflects the same!” Not much more to be said really. Namaste.

ort St Johns is home to the Sardine visit kraals and villages in the area to share Run (not to be confused with the ‘mqomboti’, the traditional, homemade Sardine Fever on Natal’s South Coast, beer. Sangomas, traditional healers, which Pwhere the fish beach themselves are misnamed in Western culture as ‘witch on the shore), the little understood marine doctors’ are often seen taking part in version of the Massai Mara Migration. ceremonies on the beaches or in villages. Millions of sardines move northwards from the cold Antarctic waters in the winter Eating out in Port St Johns is varied – months, follwed by predators. Thousands restaurants range from the extremely of dolphins, sharks, other predators and Bohemian to regular a la carte. A number of pelagic birds bring the ocean alive with popular pubs welcome both the locals and activity. tourists. Wild Coast crayfish and oysters are The Umzimvubu Herd taking a stroll. sold by local fishermen, as are other fish. The beaches are white and deserted, and have the unusual phenomenon that you Accommodation in Port St Johns is also are more likely to see cows there than varied – from village based to backpackers, people. Washed by the warm Indian Ocean, to 4 star lodges. The most picturesque are the beaches are surrounded by high cliffs, situated on the Umzimvubu River banks. speckled within sub tropical forests. Here They offer assorted amenities, and are very whales en route to their breeding grounds you will find more than 250 different types comfortable. off Madagascar, making the area a theatre of birds, including the rare Cape Parrot. for Earth’s most spectacular marine event, Vervet monkeys and Samango monkeys are The area is smack in the middle of the which is enjoyed by both divers and the most commonly seen mammals in these annual Sardine Run. It’s an exciting sightseers. forests, but bush buck and puti (blue duiker) spectacle with thousands of fish washing live here too. up along the shoreline. Here, the tiny fish If you prefer out of the way places with swim in their millions, up the coast, creating character when on holiday, Port St Johns The Pondo people have lived in this area for the marine equivalent of the Masaai Mara could be just what you’re looking for. No centuries, and their culture and traditions migration. Thousands of dolphins, porpoise, shopping malls, no movie houses, no traffic. can be seen everyday. Port St Johns does shark and sea birds follow these shoals of But you will find great weather, spectacular not have any artificial ‘cultural villages’, only fish and feed off them. The sardine run scenery, friendly people and wonderful the real thing, and visitors are welcome to coincides with the annual migration of memories.

Tid-bit of info

The first international day of Yoga was observed the world over on 21 June 2015. About 35 000 people, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and a large number of dignitaries, performed 21 Yoga asanas (yoga postures) for 35 minutes at Rajpath in New Delhi. The day devoted to Yoga was observed by millions across the world and the event at Rajpath established two Guinness World Records – largest Yoga Class with 35 985 people and the record for the most nationalities (84) participating. Must have been a delight for ‘rug’ (yoga mat) merchants everywhere!

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CHARL SCHWARTZEL going into this year’s Masters year, at the tender age of 22. Sin- Masters Highlights: Winner 2011 with his world ranking on the rise ce then he has steadily climbed IT'S BEEN FIVE World Ranking: 32 and his current form solid, three the ladder through incredible Schwartzel was the talk of top 15 finishes already achieved consistency and some wonder- YEARS SINCE MASTERING THE MASTERS 19th Holes all over the world af- in 2016, and his first win in two ful shot making to sit proudly SCHWARTZEL ter slaying the world class field years coming at the Australian just outside the world top 10 at CEMAIR’S ANDY SULLIVAN TAKES A LOOK AT THE PLAYERS REPRESENTING in the 2011 Masters. South Africa Open in Perth (just before going just 27 years old. LIFTED THE held its breath in anticipation of to print). Consistency has always He had been plying his tra- THE RAINBOW NATION AT THE 2016 MASTERS (7-10 APRIL). the next big thing to come out been one of the most pleasing de in Europe and the Sunshine TROPHY AT of the continent since Ernie, and aspects of his performances, Tour, but this year he has taken have a regular challenger at the having never been outside the the option, and the leap, to test AUGUSTA, top table of world golf. Whilst world top 60 since he broke into his skills against the best the he plush, supreme looks more like a medieval date his drive has lost a few inches as he hasn’t gone on to dominate it eight years ago. Showing that PGA Tour has to offer. This can SO THE TIME fairways of the Augusta in history than a world ranking. Father Time ticks on, and yes, he THE BEST as some might have hoped, per- level of consistency across four only be a good thing for someo- National will be manicu- The only reason he qualifies is doesn’t play anywhere near as GOLFERS IN haps unfairly (golf is one of the rounds at the Augusta National ne so young. The 2016 Masters SHOULD BE Tred and prepped to per- because he is a past winner. Wi- much as he has done in previous most competitive sports on the from 7- 10 April is what he needs. could be his breakthrough event, fection. The best golfers in the thout that he would be nowhere years. But every time I click on THE WORLD planet), he has still maintained Add an extra dash of form and and with a top ten finish here he ABOUT RIGHT world will be hitting each practice near the tournament this year. and watch the former world num- a very high level of performance who knows where Louis’ tour- could be spoken about in the ball with a bit of extra intent and At 37, the Capetonian still ber one play, he always seems WILL BE and is hugely respected by his nament might take him. He has same breath as those two other FOR SOUTH focus, and the green jacket will has time and potentially a long to put in a showing at the big peers on the PGA Tour. after all won a major, the 2012 global giants, McIlroy and Spieth. AFRICAN be at the dry cleaners, waiting career ahead of him, but if his events. He doesn’t win them like HITTING EACH 2014 and 2015 have been British Open, has a tenacious If not this year, then certainly in in anticipation for those lucky 2016 form is anything to go by he used to, but he always stands lean in terms of wins, and he competitive streak and an all- years to come. GOLF FANS shoulders it will be covering this – five tournaments, four missed his ground, and more often than PRACTICE BALL missed a few more cuts than round game to match. I don’t CemAir Predicts – Top 10. year. cuts and best 52 finish – and if not that means that he plays he would have liked which saw think he’ll be in the mix for the TO ENJOY A Rory will be in the gym, Jor- his decline continues, one can across all four days of the tour- WITH A BIT OF his global standing slip from grand prize this time around, al- It’s been five years since dan will be on the putting green only feel that poor Trevor will be nament. And that is our big hope 6 in 2011 to 35 in 2015. He has though you never know in this Schwartzel lifted the trophy at TENSE FINAL and Bubba will be blasting ball teaching, rather than playing pro for him this year. EXTRA INTENT however, started this year stron- sport, but a solid top 25 finish Augusta, so the time should be after ball over the 400 yard mark in the years to come. His form in Europe and the gly, winning the Tshwane Open would represent a really good about right for South African golf DAY / NIGHT for fun, as these superstars of the Cemair Predicts: Missed Cut States in 2016 has been pret- AND FOCUS in SA, and putting in a good tournament for him. fans to enjoy a tense final day / world game await their opportu- ty good, and in the most recent showing at his first PGA tourna- CemAir Predicts: Top 25. night of golf, where at least one OF GOLF nity to tee off at the first major ERNIE ELS PGA tournament in the States, ment of the year. His al-round of the five above are vying for golf competition of the year - The Masters Highlights: 2nd 2004 The Northern Trust Open, he fi- game suits Augusta, so keep an BRANDON GRACE the title. If that is the case, and Masters, 2016 Edition. Current World Ranking: 196 nished a very credible T26th in eye on him come April. Masters Highlights: None…yet we do celebrate a winner in the Southern Africa’s offering at The Big Easy is probably a very strong field. Ernie’s expe- CemAir Predicts: Top 20. World Ranking: 11 early hours on Monday 11th, then the event has, in recent times, most South Africans favouri- rience is second to none, having Grace burst on to the sce- bosses, please expect a few late not been too shabby, with Trevor te. Yes, his world standing has won majors before, but it is more LOUIS OOSTHUIZEN ne, and the world golf’s radar in arrivals to the office on Monday Immelman winning in 2008 and gone from being in the top 10 in hope rather than expectation Masters Highlights: 2nd in 2012 2012, when he became the first morning. Charl Schwartzel’s incredible for most of the 2000’s, out to a that we wish he can do it again. World Ranking: 21 player in history to win his first 2011 victory being the standout weighty 196 today. It’s true that CemAir Predicts: Top 40. The signs bode well for Louis four European Titles in the same highlights this century. So what chance does this year’s class of South Africa have of being pre- sented with the ultimate prize, and the coveted green jacket come the evening of Sunday 10 April 2016? Ten Things That YOU Might Not Know About The Masters 1) THERE WAS ONCE A PRESIDENTIAL HOSTAGE SITUATION. In 1983, then- on the Tuesday night of tournament week, former champions don't have to eat Here’s a look at our entrants and United States President Ronald Reagan played Augusta National as a guest it. Players are free to order off the clubhouse menu, and many do. After Sandy hopefuls for this year’s event. of his Secretary of State, George Schultz. An Augusta native, Charles Harris, Lyle won the Masters in 1988 he served haggis, leaving six-time winner Jack interrupted their round by crashing his truck through the gates of the club, Nicklaus to reflect: “Oh, I hope he enjoys it.” TREVOR IMMELMAN demanding to see the President. Harris then held hostages at gunpoint in the Masters Highlights: 2008 pro shop for two hours before US Secret Service agents eventually subdued 7) CLIFFORD ROBERTS. After falling ill at the age of 83, Augusta National co- Champion him. founder Clifford Roberts ended his life in 1977 on the slope next to Ike's Pond on the par three course, a spot he dearly loved. Current World Ranking: 1582 2) CADDIES PLAY FREE. Each year, on the last day the course is open before Immelman has had a wret- closing for the summer, Augusta National's caddies can play for free. All day. 8) THE PAR THREE CONTEST CURSE. It's common knowledge that no player ched time of it in recent years. has ever won the pre-tournament Par Three Contest and gone on to the win Blighted by injury and poor form 3) AUGUSTA'S 19TH HOLE. When Alister MacKenzie originally created the Masters proper, however four players have won the nine-hole shoot-out and, perhaps, the weight of ex- Augusta National he included a short 19th hole, named 'Double or Quits', and gone on to win a Major Championship that same year: Tom Watson (1982 pectation after surprising the designed to settle on-course wagers. At 90 yards long, it was the only hole US Open and The Open), Hubert Green (1985 US PGA), David Toms (2001 US world and winning The Mas- not named after a tree or shrub and was used as the practice putting surface PGA) and Louis Ooshuizen (2010 Open). Not all bad, then. ters in 2008, he has seen his during the inaugural Masters Tournament in 1934. world ranking blow further and 9) THE MASTERS LONG DRIVE CONTEST. Before the Par Three Contest 4) AMEN CORNER IS NOT HOLES 11, 12 AND 13. This is a common became an annual ritual in 1960, players at the Masters used to compete in a further from 12 in 2006 to the misconception. Amen Corner is actually the approach to the 11th, all of the long drive competition as well as completing accuracy challenges and best- number featured above which iconic, par three 12th and the tee shot on the 13th. ball matches in the days prior to the event.

5) AFFORDABLE AUGUSTA. An original membership share at Augusta 10) BEWARE THE SOLO FIRST ROUND LEADER. In 78 editions of the Masters, National cost $350. That equates to roughly $4,000 in today's money. just four players have led from start to finish (with no ties) to win the Green Jacket (Craig Wood, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus and Raymond Floyd). There Tune into SuperSport to 6) THE MYTH OF THE CHAMPIONS DINNER. While the previous year's hasn't been a wire-to-wire winner at Augusta in 38 years. catch the masters at work... Masters winner does get to pick the menu for the famous Champions Dinner

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THE 2016 JAGUAR SUPERCAR SHOOTOUT SIMOLA HILLCLIMB: ADDS AN EXCITING FROM OYSTERS TO NEW ELEMENT FAST CARS TO THE nysna has a well-known The 2016 event stands out is another first for this year’s reputation for having amongst its past events, definitely festival. “The SuperCar Shootout JAGUAR some of the best oysters topping the charts with exciting adds an exciting new element SIMOLA Kin the country, so much add-on’s. One of these is the to the Jaguar Simola Hillclimb, so that they pride themselves inclusion of a Formula 1 car that as it allows supercar owners to HILLCLIMB, in hosting the annual Oyster will attempt the hill challenge. compete against one another for Festival. Great food, out-of-this- Motorsport enthusiast André Hillclimb glory,” Geoff Goddard, AS IT world scenery, and a captivating Bezuidenhout, the proud owner of the hillclimb’s Sporting Director. energy that easily lures any the 1989 Dallara with a Cosworth- After a few qualifying runs the ALLOWS visitor in. This small seaside Ford V8 engine, will himself be top 10 competitors in this league town’s claim to fame may have a competitor and will take his will proceed to the final SuperCar SUPERCAR started there but most definitely rightful place behind the steering Shootout. OWNERS TO didn’t stop there. In 2009 the wheel where potential history Jaguar Simola Hillclimb kicked will be made. André currently In addition to the racing festivities COMPETE off for the first time, and has holds the lap record at Zwartkops there will also be the Knysna grown in popularity over the Raceway with an impressive Motor Show on the 1st of May AGAINST years attracting hundreds of 58.839 seconds for the 2.4km where visitors can appreciate over participants and spectators from track. He may find it hard to beat 230 cars, from modern to some ONE all over South Africa, including reigning champion Des Gutzeit well-known classics and also ANOTHER some international visitors too. in his 1500 horsepower Nissan including some rarities. Skyline. Gutzeit set a new lap FOR 6 – 8 May marks the dates of record last year reaching speeds So pack your bags and head to this year’s Hillclimb, and with of over 240km/h. Knysna for this year’s Jaguar HILLCLIMB the presence of world renowned Simola Hillclimb. It will be one for sponsors of the event, such as As a feel good initiative and to set the record books. GLORY. Jaguar, Motul Lubricants and Car the festivities off in good stead, Magazine to name a few, you a charity golf day will take place can be sure to expect world-class on Thursday 5 May. Horse power treatment and entertainment. and torque take to the streets on the same day with the classic cars 2015 saw the likes of a few on display in the town and driving celebrities including Duane through the streets. Vermeulen, Eben Etzebeth, Janez Vermeiren and Juan de Classic Car Friday is the start of Jongh showing their support and the event. This day is specifically interest in the sport by attending set aside for historic, classic and the event. vintage car enthusiasts with the action starting at 08h00 and The Jaguar Simola Hillclimb is the ending at 15h00 showcasing a biggest of its kind in South Africa total of 60 classic cars not to be and is run over three days. Day missed. one, Friday, is dedicated to classic and historic cars manufactured The King of the Hill also happens prior to 1908, while the Saturday on the Friday, where all the and Sunday feature the King of competitors take to the streets of the Hill and cars which comprise Knysna in a proud display of their Don't miss out specialist race and road cars. talents and metal ‘hardware’. on the action at Jaguar South Africa joined forces the 2016 Jaguar with the event in 2014 and now The SuperCar Shootout event Simola Hillclimb! for three consecutive years still on the Saturday and Sunday, remains its proud sponsor. run within the King of the Hill,

28 | APRIL / MAY 2016 CEMAIR SKYNEWS PROFILE / THE COLLECTION

A TRAVELLERS PARADISE ALL YEAR ROUND! THE PLETTENBERG

lettenberg Bay is the ultimate seaside drinks on the terrace overlooking the bay getaway, offering a multitude of or a cocktail in the stylish, contemporary Pvaried and unique experiences for all Sandbar. ages. It’s a destination with a year-round temperate climate, beautiful beaches and With the illusion of flowing right into the unrivalled scenery – it’s also a destination bay beyond The Plettenberg, both of the that has a culture of conservation, pools at the hotel offer stunning views and living history, and annual events and poolside service. With loungers set out festivals, as well as a flourishing creative daily, guests can take the time to watch community. surfers ride the waves below, or pods of dolphins play in the waves and just take in Tucked neatly into the Garden Route, the beauty of Plettenberg Bay. Plettenberg Bay also boasts golden beaches, a rugged peninsula and dense For those wanting a true relax and to green forests. There’s so much to see unwind, Fresh Wellness Spa is the place and discover that is rich with adventure, to visit where a highly trained team of experience and spectacular sightseeing. therapists will work their magic. A key Explore the gastronomy offerings of the focus of the treatment menu at Fresh Garden Route, take a cultural sojourn Wellness Spa is on natural and indigenous through the area, and discover the bays, ingredients, which are used in the natural beaches and beautiful forests for which oils and massages. this region of South Africa is famous for. Plettenberg Bay offers visitors so much In the heart of this region you will find The to see and discover that is rich with Plettenberg with 37 individually, stylishly adventure, experience and spectacular decorated rooms and suites and two stand sightseeing right throughout the year. alone Villas. The Plettenberg, recently voted No. 5 on the list of Top Hotels in For those adventure seekers, why not South Africa by TripAdvisor, offers its visit the Bloukrans bungee jump, the guests some of the most breathtaking world’s highest commercial bridge vistas in Southern Africa with views jump (216m) set amid the beauty of the of the ocean, mountains and endless Tsitsikamma Forest. Skydive in Plett for stretches of golden beaches. Pods of what is said to be “the most scenic drop whales and dolphins, darting seagulls and zone in the world”. Keep things sky high Destination of the Year for Africa and sense for the foodie traveller to procure number of parks that offer one-of- ocean views can all be enjoyed from The with a Tsitsikamma canopy tour, where Top: The magnificent the Gulf States. Practice your swing at a a bottle of wine from one of these a-kind encounters with wildlife. All Plettenberg. participants follow a course 30m above view from the main number of beautiful golf courses, amid wineries, head to one of the many year round, visitors can plan trips to the forest floor. pool. stunning natural scenery. regular markets to stock up on local Monkeyland, Birds of Eden, which is SeaFood at The Plettenberg is a gourmet goods, and then go picnicking; said to be the largest free-flight aviary celebration of the local marine bounty and Those who like to stay closer to the Bottom from left: White Gourmet travellers will discover many there are plenty of ideal places for an al in the world. At the Elephant Sanctuary seasonal produce of the Plettenberg Bay ground will enjoy the Outeniqua biking on white - feeling fresh. hidden gems when exploring the fresco meal, from beaches and forests visitors can touch, feed, walk as well as area and a true reflection of its seaside trails, self-guided trails in the Harkerville The ultimate location, Garden Route. There are a host of to riverside spots. ride African elephants. location. Set in a sophisticated and coastal forests and marine reserve. perched just above exciting weekly food markets where contemporary environment with views of visitors can sample some of the For the families travelling to The Plettenberg has an onsite travel the bay and mountains, Seafood at The Another must-see site is Groot Boom in Lookout Beach. Classic amazing fresh produce found along the Plettenberg Bay there are a host desk with a highly skilled team who Plettenberg offers a unique and special the Tsitsikamma National Park (a diverse interiors. Early morning Garden Route. of exciting adventures for all ages! can plan the perfect itinerary to suit any dining experience. Drawing inspiration and beautiful reserve encompassing flight. Adventure Land in Harkerville, with traveller. from the rich marine life that can be found five eco-systems, with many activities . Plettenberg Bay is an exciting activities ranging from waterslides to in Plettenberg Bay, The Collection by Liz and hiking trails). The “Big Tree” is an destination for oenophiles, too. Its quad bikes, Plett Puzzle Park, with its The Plettenberg is the ideal place McGrath’s award-winning Executive Chef Outeniqua yellowwood, native to the Photos from The wine region was granted official Wine life-size 3D maze and a forest puzzle to relax and unwind, recharge and Peter Tempelhoff and the SeaFood’s montane forests of Southern Africa; it is Collection. of Origin status in 2005, and its walk that meanders through the natural reinvigorate. We look forward to culinary team have created menus that estimated to be between 600 and 1000 reputation for superb winemaking is forest. welcoming you to our beautiful part of showcase the freshest of fish and a years old, and is said to be South Africa’s growing exponentially – especially for South Africa! sustainable taste of the region’s best oldest yellowwood. Méthode Cap Classique (sparkling) Plettenberg Bay’s rich eco-systems produce. SeaFood at The Plettenberg wines. support many kinds of creatures, big For bookings: 044 5330230 is open daily for breakfast, lunch and Golf is also very popular along the Garden and small, and as such, there is a sharp www.collectionmgrath.com dinner. Guests are encouraged to enjoy Route, which was named the 2014 Golf In such a beautiful place, it makes focus on conservation. There are a

30 | APRIL / MAY 2016 CEMAIR SKYNEWS CEMAIR SKYNEWS APRIL / MAY 2016 | 31 Patty Butterworth: What designers and then sell your excited about a new colour QUICK PERSONAL initially attracted you to designs for you. Four of my I have introduced into my textiles as a medium? designs won the ‘Editor’s range called aqua green. It’s SNAPSHOT OF Abby Milner: I’m new to the Pick’ list. My friend, Mark almost the same colour as ABBY industry of textile design. van Rooyen from Bespoke the sea on a sunny summer I am a self-taught graphic Living in the Old Biscuit day in the subtropics or Who’s your favourite designer, having started my Mill, saw my designs and he the Mediterranean. All my designer? Heather Moore career in London while at encouraged me to pursue a products are purely South from Skinny LaMinx is my The Guardian & Observer career in textiles, which gave African – I use Da Gama favourite textile designer. newspapers in the UK as a me the confidence to start Textiles which are made in I’m also inspired by Justin production assistant, which my own textile creations. the Eastern Cape, the fabrics van Breda, who has created sparked my interest in I love florals, but are printed by hand on the amazing JVB brand of design. I returned to South wanted something a bit screens by The Natural Hand furniture and fabric around Africa in 2005 and worked more edgy. Indigenous in Knysna and my sewing is the world.. in design companies in Plett fynbos is a common theme done by a local initiative, At and Franschhoek before throughout my textiles. the Source, who train women How would you describe your I opened my own design Geometric patterns are to sew. brand in three words? Fresh, studio in 2012 after I moved fun to design, the funkier creative, eclectic. back to Plett, focusing on the better. Someone who PB: What is the next step for design and social media. has inspired me is Heather Dear Abby? What are you reading at the Moore from Skinny La AM: I am working on some moment? The Journey by PB: What or who were your Minx. I find her patterns new designs and also Brandon Bays. early influences and how and artwork style amazing printing on a much larger has your life influenced your and her brand and products scale so my fabrics can be What are your favourite work? are a huge inspiration for used for upholstery covers hobbies? Weekends at our AM: As a contemporary me. She started off sewing and other soft furnishings. beach house in Stilbaai, graphic designer with a and selling her products I am also working on pottery and reading home family history in home décor from home and has created distribution of my products décor magazines. and art, you could say it’s a textile empire, which is to shops in South Africa and in my blood. I come from always inspiring and fresh. I have clients who would What’s your most treasured a creative family. My mom like to import my fabrics possession? Well, I would Gill had a range of décor PB: What are your to London and Israel. I’m say my daughter Erin, but if products called “GWizz” – a impressions of SA home planning to expand my I had to choose a material resin and wood range of décor? range of fabric products and possession it would be my drawer handles, coat racks, AM: South African décor collaborate with my dad on a late grandmother’s antique soap dishes and other products are in demand bespoke furniture range. wedding ring. small décor items. These overseas – for new and My products will be were carried in Wetherlys fresh products, as well as available at Bespoke and several boutique décor use of older elements like Living at The Old Biscuit shops in the late 90’s which Shweshwe and bold African Mill and I am currently in Dear Abby Designs will be she also distributed in the prints. All of these elements, communication with Zando, featuring: scatter cushions, UK. My dad Tinks owns mixed together make a to get my products online. small pouches, personalised ART SCENE / PATTY BUTTERWORTH Photos by Diane Goosen Photography and operates Beachyfide, fun and popular option for Along the Garden Route, compartment bags, bespoke a furniture factory in curtains, upholstery, etc. my designs can be found furniture and small Plettenberg Bay. I suppose Local and especially at Hands Design Collective furnishings with her father it was only natural that I handmade or hand printed in Knysna and The Shop in at Beachyfide, wooden décor followed in their footsteps. products are making a Plettenberg Bay. including cheese boards and I have always had a comeback among South she would like to explore her ‘thing’ about décor (my Africans too – they are designs as wallpaper. ABBY MILNER FROM House & Leisure magazine investing in local rather than www.dearabby.co.za collection that I have imported products. [email protected] saved since the 90’s My colour palates include is proof of this). I came charcoal, red, yellow, mint, DEAR ABBY DESIGN & DÉCOR: across a competition run pale grey and I am exploring by a company in the US the current trend of dusty Abby's range of products showcase her aesthetic called Minted. They run pink/rose quartz with the competitions for new dusty blues. I’m mostly beautifully. From the exploration of fresh colours to the CAPTURING THE BEAUTY OF finer detailed finishes, she's destined for greatness! THE WORLD AROUND US

INTERVIEW WITH ABBY MILNER, TEXTILE DESIGNER

The work of Abby Milner is an exploration of creativity and mixed media. She has a highly individual approach to textile art, applying traditional hand-designed and screen printing techniques with a modern twist. The aesthetic of her work is deeply influenced by nature, particularly fynbos and flora.

32 | APRIL / MAY 2016 CEMAIR SKYNEWS CEMAIR SKYNEWS APRIL / MAY 2016 | 33 WHAT’S HOT AND HAPPENING

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Whether you want a spicy date Both restaurants’ interior have an assured charm of a modern restaurant COCONUT CRÈME night on the town or a laidback situated on the edge of sun-kissed CARAMEL: SERVES 8 lunch with the fam, The Fat Fish paradise: trendy bespoke Riempie has you covered... chairs; smooth and sleek wooden INGREDIENTS: accents; intricate floor design. It 225g (1 cup) white sugar continues on the menu, a funky 80 ml (1/3 cup) water ith a touch of beach culture newspaper style publication, forthright 400ml can coconut milk and modern flair, this and unfussy. 375 ml (1 ½ cups) milk Wrestaurant does one thing 6 eggs, lightly whisked exceedingly well: seafood, both finned The menu has a carefully thought- 100 g (1/2 cup) firmly packed brown sugar and in the shell. That may sound like out elegance. “I didn’t want it to be all 1 tsp vanilla bean paste damning with faint praise, but it’s fish – I wanted to do relatively simple Toasted shredded coconut, to serve what Simon Ash envisioned when he menus where everything is good and opened his seafood and continental fresh,” said Simon, noting that the METHOD: restaurant along the main beachfront emphasis is on locally sourced meats, 1. Preheat oven to 160’C. Combine white sugar of Plettenberg Bay, and most recently seafood and vegetables. Intrepid and water in a medium saucepan over a low in the centre of George further down palates should seek out the tapas Top: Special centre heat. Cook, stirring for 2 min or until sugar dissolves. Increase the heat to high and bring the coast. menu, a selection of beautifully crafted table feature at The Fat to boil. Boil, without stirring, occasionally savoury dishes like spring rolls with Fish in Plett. brushing down sides of the pan with a pastry Tables are usually packed in his slow roasted lamb and spring onion brush dipped in water, for 3-4 min or until casual and elegant restaurants, so it’s and pork wontons with sweet soy Above: 15 metre water golden. Pour caramel mixture evenly among 8 best to secure a reservation at either and sesame seeds; rich and decadent trough in the garden at x 160ml (2/3 cup) ovenproof ramekins. 2. Set aside for 5 min or until set. location. The long table in the middle treats. For less adventurous eaters, The Fat Fish in George. of the Plett restaurant is one of the there are fine renditions of staples like 3. Whisk together the coconut milk, milk, eggs, best spots to enjoy the sautéed black fish and chips in beer batter and fried brown sugar and vanilla bean paste in large mushroom with local mussels baked baby calamari. Right: Smoked Salmon bowl until well combined. Strain through a Fish Cakes with Trout fine sieve into a jug. Carefully pour over the in the oven with a Parmesan cheese caramel mixture into the ramekins. gratin and served with a glass of local Simon and his staff work the front and Roe and Red Bridge 4. Place the ramekins in a large roasting pan. Newstead Chardonnay or chilled back of the house collaboratively. This Craft beer Pour enough boiling water into the pan to bottle of craft beer. The outside patio guarantees an all-rounded experience. reach halfway up the sides of the ramekins. of the Plett store offers breezy views Another thing The Fat Fish does Bake in the oven for 35-40 min or until the of the Indian Ocean and front-row exceedingly well? Dessert. custards are just set. seats to tourists enjoying the beach. 5. Transfer to a baking tray and set aside for 1 The relaxed atmosphere of the garden Current favourite in George is the hour to cool. Cover the ramekins with plastic in George will entice you to enjoy the Coconut Milk Crème Caramel with wrap and place in the fridge for 6 hours or overnight to chill. tempura prawns with homemade ginger and chilli marinated litchis and 6. To serve run a flat-bladed knife around the sweet and sour sauce or tuck into the in Plett the Hazelnut meringue served inside edge of the ramekins and carefully turn Burmese styled seafood curry. with lashings of cream and seasonal onto serving plates. Sprinkle with shredded berries. Photos from The Fat Fish coconut.

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*Letters may be subject to slight editing. LETTERS TO CEMAIR IF YOU WERE A MERMAID... WE ENJOY RECEIVING YOUR SPECIAL CEMAIR STORIES! WHAT WOULD THE COLOUR OF YOUR TAIL SAY ABOUT YOU? PLEASE KEEP SHARING THE LOVE... Mermaids, half human, half fish, are one of the most amazing mythical creatures. Best known for sitting on rocks, signing, combing their long, shiny beautiful hair. Their tail’s colour is based on the mermaid’s personality and reflects their true feelings. Pretty cool? Let’s see what colour your tail would be. SO OFTEN Dear CemAir, gratitude to be passed on to Alicia (the flight attendant). THERE ARE Good morning. I flew with CemAir in February and would Thank you so much CemAir. like to compliment you on your service. So often there 1. What is your favourite 6. How old is your dog? what people think about you! pink! You’re outgoing, girly and You have true friends who like super fun! 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Hey-ho, a camping we will go! THERE’S CAMPING AND THERE’S CAMPING. IF YOU COME FROM A LONG LINE OF BUSH WHACKING, ‘BOB-A-JOB’ CUB SCOUTING, LET’S BUILD OUR OWN TIPI WHILE DAD HUNTS FOR DINNER AND MOM BUILDS A BONFIRE PIONEERS, THEN GREAT – GO FOR IT, CAMP AWAY. IF HOWEVER YOU ARE KIN TO PAMPERED CITY SLICKERS WHO WOULDN’T KNOW A NETTLE FROM A PETAL, THEN BEST YOU STAY AS FAR AWAY AS POSSIBLE. DON’T RUSH OUT AND SWAP YOUR GUCCI FOR KHAKI. TRUST ME ON THIS ONE.

There comes a time in everyone’s family when greenish, brownish uniform before they leave firelighters though don’t panic, just save the lint well-meaning, albeit misguided parents feel the their country of origin or do they rush to the nea- from your partner’s navel. It is however strongly need to take their children back to the ‘simple life’. rest ‘Africa-R-Us’ type clothing stores once they recommended that you remove it from said navel This misnomer is, in theory, a lovely idea but truth get here? Just a thought. before lighting. be told, not all campers are created equal. This undeniable conclusion is evident in the scores of If however you decide to go ahead and brave the This brings us to your choice of camping partner. battered, bruised and sadly defeated individuals challenges of camping, then the least I can do is This will have a direct bearing on the one man who end up annually at the ER, wishing they had offer a few suggestions on what you should be tent versus the two man tent option. A snorer will never ventured out into the wild. Some would say taking along for the trip. A ‘do not dare leave the make a camping trip long and sleepless, so choo- that men of mettle such as Bear Grylls, unwittin- city limits without this’ list if you like. The very se wisely. This next item is essential, if slightly gly lead us down a path of misplaced confidence first thing you should pop into the old rug sack is controversial – a Sherpa or any suitable substitu- in our ability as serious outdoor die-hards, some- your medical aid card, you’ll thank me later. The te. Have you seen the size of the back packs and how making the idea of eating bugs and wrestling second useful item is glow in the dark tape. Anyo- camping gear a decent campsite requires? The vicious creatures an attractive and doable pros- ne who’s ever tripped over a tent rope in the dark last tip I have for you newbies is more of a life’s pect. I believe strongly that such shows should will agree that this is a lifesaver. Which brings lesson but also doubles up as a camping stalwart. Hibiscus Coast come with a ‘don’t try this at home’ warning. I’m me to my next don’t leave home without it item. When choosing friends for the trip you may want confident that anyone who has ever been spra- Plenty of loo roll. Obvious? You would think so but to give this a bit of thought. You don’t have to be Africa Bike WEEK marathon yed by a skunk, chased by a moody bear or woken you’d be surprised at how many city slickers un- the fastest runner in the group but make sure up with a huge, hairy spider in their hair would der cater on this one. No matter how many long that you’re not the slowest. When running from agree wholeheartedly. sleeve tops you pack, you still need paper to wipe vicious, snarling creatures with long teeth, you Margate Ugu Sports & Leisure your nose on and of course for that other thing. really don’t want to be the runner at the back. 28 April – 01 May 27 April So where do the scores of thrill seekers and It must be said however that a great deal of hos- Even though these helpful tips will indeed come ‘wannabe’ adventurers go? With wildlife nirva- tility can be vented by using newspaper photos in handy, if you favour not-so-comforting-crea- na and vast camping sites on tap, sunny South of politicians for toilet paper. Contrary to popular tures, then rather stay at a nice hotel and watch Africa is a no brainer. I’ve often wondered where belief you cannot start a fire by eating Mexican the Discovery or National Geographic channels the khaki sales peak. Do the wide eyed and bushy chili and then breathing on a pile of dry sticks, so for your annual outdoor adventure fix and leave tailed, ‘would be’ campers clad themselves in this don’t forget the matches. If you forget to pack the the camping to the professionals. Happy trails!

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