Must-Haves for Outdoor Camping - Khyam Tents

Have you ever been caught in a rainstorm in the middle of your camping trip with a tent that’s taking ages to get pitched while the rainwater pours like the Niagara down the back of your neck? If you’ve been through it once, your next trip’s shopping list should definitely include a Khyam tent.

Available in a range of sizes and formats, Khyam tents come in all types, from the smaller flexidomes to the larger 2-bedroom ridgidomes. With the Rapidex pole systems that make for quick deployment without hassles, these tents can be up in minutes, saving you from an involuntary drenching.

If it’s a bike trip that you’re planning, the Khyam Biker is just the thing for you. Weighing just 6 kgs., it fits perfectly onto the back of your bike and can comfortably hold 2 people when deployed. It also has extra space on the extended porch to keep your backpack safe from the elements. Breathable polyester walls and a fire-retarding groundsheet made of Polyester 185T make it both functional and stylish.

If your needs are more space to fit in more people, then Khyam Driveway might be what you’re looking for. This 2 bedroom tent, with fibre-glass pitching poles covered in fire-retardant polyester, 5 panoramic windows and 2 doors for easy access, accommodates 4 people and is perfect as an addition to your motor home. It weighs just 26kgs.

You can find the best Khyam tents at sporting and outdoor activity stores across the globe, or can even buy them online. The Khyam website also gives detailed information on structure, size, utility etc. of all models, making it easy for you to choose according to your needs.

September 5, 2009. Adventure Stuff, Living In Leisure, Podcasts + More. No Comments.

Vacations to New Caledonia

Lying northwest of New Zealand in the South Pacific, the French settlement of New Caledonia is the ideal island destination for sportfishing and diving vacation.

Travelers looking for culture, shopping, and dining will be aroused with Noumea, capital of the main island of Grand Terre. Noumea has been called the Paris of the Pacific, with its remarkable museums, chic and trendy dress shops of Rue de Sebastopol and shops of Chinatown. But Grand Terre is fenced by its biggest gem, the world’s biggest coral lagoon and second greatest coral reef, where underwater life bursts.

Due to the southeast trade winds and New Caledonia’s positioning as one of the southern-most pacific islands, New Caledonia enjoys a temperate climate all year round. With consistant warm and sunny days there are unlimited opportunites for diving and sportfishing expeditions. Splendid coral, underwater canyons and caves supply the background for stunning dives and rich fishing.

fishing holidays in New Caledonia accommodate any type of fisherman. Guided charter boats for deep sea and big game fishing; cruisers and catamarans for rod, spear, and fly fishing; or small, local boats are all available for lease. New Caledonia is celebrated by fishers around the world as one of the greatest and most gorgeous bone fishing areas in the world. Fisherman flock to this part of the globe desiring to break records as the fish are famous for their strength and speed.

The small islands that make up New Caledonia are ideal for diving and snorkelling. . Full and half day trips work out of Noumea, and equipment is available through expedition operators and resorts. New Caledonia is a diving holidays paradise.

New Caledonia is the idyllic destination for all fishing and diving experiences and delights.

August 15, 2009. Adventure Stuff, Fishermens' Lair, Traveling Tips. No Comments.

Watch THAT Video From Kruger National Park

The South African peninsula features a moderate climate during the entire year, and has the advantage of being situated at the right latitude - making it a wonderful holiday away from the chilly North American and European winters.

During this short article, we’re going to focus on the less famous locations of South Africa, places where you can get away from the hords of tourists while also enjoying the lower costs that you can discover in the lesser known places.

Kruger Park
Many individuals recognise Kruger National Park from arguably the most renowned footage of wildlife. It’s the biggest game reserve in the South African peninsula and continues 60 km from west to east and 350 km from south to north. Kruger National Park features 8 main gates that provide entryway to the different camps. There is plenty of guesthouses near Kruger Park so it doesn’t need to be a lengthy return trip from Durban or wherever you’re staying.

Drakensberg Mountain Range
The Drakensberg is the highest range of mountains South African, climbing to over 3400 meters in height. Caves are frequently found in the more easily eroded sandstone, and many have murals sketched by the indigenous bushmen. The Drakensberg Mountain Range has between 35000 and 40000 works of bushman drawings and is the biggest aggregation of such paintings on earth. There is evidence that the bushman civilization lived in the Drakensberg at least 40,000 years ago, and possibly over 100,000 years ago. The Drakensberg Mountain Range is simple to get to from adjacent Durban and you can book guesthouses in Durban very easily.

KwaZulu Natal
The KawZulu Natal area has become progressively popular with tourists - chiefly advertised as the Zulu Kingdom. It is unfortunate that many holidaymakers miss out on this experience, as many locals know that it provides tourists a variety of things to do. For a long time it has been known as the Garden Province for good reason. And again, there should be no trouble finding accommodation near KwaZulu.

August 8, 2009. Adventure Stuff. No Comments.

Experience Luxury in the Caribbean

The Caribbean is the perfect place for those who love the sun, surf, and sand and want to experience it with a touch of luxury. Most of the island nations in the Caribbean are popular tourist destinations and are dotted with numerous resorts and hotels, which also includes the famous all-inclusive resorts. Some of the prominent hotel groups that provide all-inclusive resorts here include the Beaches group, Sandals group, and the Riu group, with their presence in almost all the islands.

Although most islands are commercially exploited for tourism purposes, to build luxury resorts and other such facilities, the islands retain their natural beauty and charm. The local crafts market and villages may not exactly be what one expects from a Caribbean luxury vacation but exploring these places has an allure of its own, thanks to the friendly islanders. The Caribbean region is also known as a shopping haven with plenty of duty-free shops and malls for visitors to explore.

To cater to the exquisite tastes of its guests, many of the islands feature exclusive luxury boutiques and stores with international brands like Ralph Lauren, Mont Blanc, and Louis Vuitton. Some of the all-inclusive resorts too have in-house shopping malls with an assorted range of boutiques and stores. Others offer luxury cruise trips and sailing facilities as part of their services to the visiting guests.

The spa facilities too spell pure bliss, thanks to the wide range of treatments available ranging from therapies based on traditional island philosophies and methods to the ones based on modern techniques. Many of the products used in the treatments make use of local herbs and plants, thus offering one the healing touch of the island.

July 14, 2009. Adventure Stuff, Traveling Tips. No Comments.