The Cape Getaway Show

The 2014 Cape Getaway show is taking place at the beautiful Lourensford Estate, in Somerset West from the 14th-16th of March. 

It is described as an 'amazing travel, adventure and outdoor extravaganza.' This is the perfect outing for the family, as there will be great food and outdoor fun. Parking is free and there are ATM's on site.The exhibition hosts over 200 exhibitors, which includes: destination ideas, accommodation  outdoor equipment, 4x4 products, motor homes, camping equipment etc. There will also be fantastic specials on offer and competitions to win. 

This is definitely an event not to miss out on, last year there were 15, 524 visitors and over 250 exhibitors.

One of the activities on offer!

A Valentine's Day to remember!

I am sure by now you are sick of hearing about Valentine's Day and  how every brand is rabbiting on about what to do for this 'special day.' Let's be honest,  a lot of people wonder if Valentine's Day is just a way for  big commercial companies to push romance to make a quick buck. Sometimes I couldn't agree more but if you look back to the original meaning of Valentine's Day, without the candy, hearts and stuffed teddies, the story itself is really endearing. 

The legend is that of Saint Valentine of Rome, who was a minister and married many couples in secret. He was later imprisoned for wedding couples such as soldiers, who were forbidden to get married. During his imprisonment under the Roman Empire, the story states that he healed the daughter of his jailer and right before his execution, he wrote her a letter and signed it 'Your Valentine' as his farewell note. 

Valentine's Day is supposed to  be a day to celebrate love and while many singles find this day unbearable, it can even be celebrated amongst, friends and family. My own mother buys me a Valentine's Day chocolate every year, because when I was in high school I was one of those girls who didn't get one rose. It was her way of saying, don't worry if no one else loves you, I do. 

So while you may hate this day, think of it as a way to celebrate love and appreciate someone special in your life, even if it is your mother.