Author: overtheborders

Companies looking to boost morale, improve workplace connectivity and ultimately increase productivity across the board should consider travel retreats that build teams. Warm weather, beautiful scenery and attractive outdoor activities are required. And KZN South Coast is the ultimate vacation! “Team building and company escape are effective and welcome ways for organizations to work together to walk a productive path,” explains Dr. Vusumuzi Sibiya, CEO of South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprise (SCTIE). “With great accommodation, meeting venues, outdoor adventures and Blue Flag Beach, the KZN South Coast is rapidly becoming a team building destination. Companies are discovering the region's…

Migingo Island, located in Lake Victoria in Africa, was previously subject to a low-level territorial dispute between Kenya and Uganda. The conflict through Migingo Island is known as the “minimum war” of the world due to the small size of the island and the lack of conflict strength.A small plot of land – about half an acre – is a highly regarded base because it is located within a rich fishing grounds. The profitable Nile perch trade – priced at over $300 per kilogram in the global market – has transformed the island into a hotbed of activity. This led…

As the sun of the week decorates us, our minds change to outdoor pleasures such as family barbecues, pub gardens, and seaside jant. A drive just 55 minutes from Surrey, West Witterling Beach is welcomed as one of the UK's top beaches, perfect for spring amble or full-fledged summer days.Located in the picturesque village of West Sussex, this soft sandy shelter has won a blue flag for its family-friendly charm. Condé Nast Traveler Magazine, which compiled a list of the UK's best beaches, praises West Wittang.Just under an hour's drive from Haslemare, this stunning southeast coast stretch is celebrated with…

This cute beach is one of the best beaches in the world and a stone throw away from the UK. TripAdvisor nominated the best beach in 2025. One of the best beaches is listed. This is Praia da Fersia from Portugal. The beach is known for its long sand and is lined with dramatic orange cliffs, which lasts for miles. One reviewer said: “The nicest beach in the world? I think so. The beautiful turquoise waters have been overlooked by gorgeous red cliffs and usually bright blue skies, until quite a distance. It's definitely worth a visit!” Another wrote: “The…

The tax hike could cause shopping bills to skyrocket and alcohol prices could rise by 18p per bottle. Billion recycling collections that tax organizations to supply or import into the UK are expected to cost around £2 billion in the sector and pass on to consumers.Food and Drink Federation estimates that the EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) tax adds 12p to wine bottles, 6p to beer bottles, and 18p per bottle of spirits. EPR intends to reduce the amount of unsustainable packages. However, supermarkets say it could coincide with hiking in national insurance contributions without improving the use of sustainable packaging.…

My first flight to the US from South Africa was just over 20 years ago. Back then, South African Airways had a codeshare agreement with Delta Air Lines and flew one of its Boeing 747-400s on the 17-hour flight from Johannesburg to Delta’s megahub in Atlanta, and then back home via Fort Lauderdale. Photo: South African Airways Then in 2006, everything changed when South African Airways joined the Star Alliance , and it broke off its agreement with Delta. But the SkyTeam airline now knew from its codeshare ticket sales that South Africa was a sought-after destination, and immediately started…

st. LEWS – US Immigration and Customs Enforcement completed the removal of Prince Solomonknox, a Sierra Leonean citizen, to its country on March 1st. He has been previously convicted of visa fraud and domestic assault after lying about his previous affiliation with an armed terrorist group.Knox entered the United States on April 14, 2004 at Chicago O'Hare International Airport, attracting ICE's attention in 2006 through an investigation that included allegations of fraud by unqualified combatants or fraudsters. The investigation revealed witnesses who testified about their involvement with several groups of combatants in West Africa, including the revolutionary United Front. This…

The US Lender Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) expects to deliver immediately out of its Free Flower (P2F) jets from passengers on the 29 Airbus A330-300 on orders. New York-based ATSG said it expects to deliver the first four A330P2FS this year from Dresden-based Elbe Furgögwerke (EFW), a joint venture between St. Engineering and Airbus. “The conversion of the cargo ships for the first two aircraft is expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2025,” ATSG says. According to Airbus, the A330-200P2F can carry a 62T payload, with a maximum range of 3,699Nm (6,850km). According to ATSG, the…

North Atlantic Airways has increased the London Gatwick Cape Town Service frequency from 1st to 27th April 2024 to 3 to 4 times per week. Flights depart Cape Town at 11:00 on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, and arrive at London Gatwick at 21:40. Gatwick, departing from London, will be open at 8:00pm on Saturday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, and will land in Cape Town at 8:30am the following day. In the second season, which continues from October 28th to November 2024, Nordic will return to three flights a week, and four flights a week from December 1st to April…

In California, summer may be on the chopping block.Almost 4,000 campsites across many of California's 18 national forests could be closed for some or all of the summer season, according to a U.S. Internal Forest Service spreadsheet viewed by the New York Times on Friday. These potential closures followed a wave of federal layoffs and budget freezes last month, stalling contracts for basic services, including understaffing and toilet pumps.National forests are sometimes less well known than national parks, but they are often more accessible due to more diverse uses, lower appearance fees and lower camping. They attract motorcyclists, day hikers,…