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Time Out
06-05-2025
- Time Out
Fancy an R11 flight? FlySafair's mega-sale is back!
You might recall the online mayhem of previous years, when travellers went mad for the chance to bag a cut-price FlySafair fare. And to be fair, it is a pretty darn good deal. Starting at 9am on May 7, 2025, FlySafair will sell 50,000 seats across its domestic flight network for R11 each. Eleven bucks! That's the same price as a litre of milk, a Bar-One, or 22 Chappies! Perhaps even more impressive is that the fare includes the airport tax. On a typical flight from Cape Town to OR Tambo International Airport, airport taxes and aviation levies account for R875 of what you would usually pay! The sale takes place exclusively on FlySafair's website – – and, as with previous sales, prospective flyers will have to take a number in a virtual waiting room to ensure the FlySafair website isn't overwhelmed by demand. Once (or if) you're let out of the waiting room and onto the site, you'll have 10 minutes to complete your booking, so start checking your diary for dates today. To pass the time, the airline states that you will be able to play a new waiting room game, Flappy Plane. Nice. Of course, any deal this good has to have terms and conditions, right? Well, the same applies here. But… FlySafair only sent us last year's Ts & Cs [oops], so we'll update this story as soon as we receive the correct ones. But if 2024 is anything to go by, expect those R11 flight bookings to be limited to departures between 8 May and the end of November. Group bookings of more than 10 passengers likely won't be allowed, and you also can't book unaccompanied minors. Stay tuned for more details!
The South African
05-05-2025
- The South African
7 scenic drives in SA that rival the Pacific Coast Highway
The Pacific Coast Highway gets plenty of hype – and fair enough. But South Africa's roads can match it kilometre for kilometre when it comes to epic scenery, jaw-dropping coastlines, and dramatic landscapes. Here are seven South African scenic drives that prove you don't need to be in California to get behind the wheel and feel alive… Aerial view of Chapman's Peak. Image: canva Distance: 9km Time: 30 minutes Best for: Cliff-hugging ocean views Nicknamed 'Chappies,' this short stretch of road packs a punch. It winds between Hout Bay and Noordhoek, with sheer drops to the Atlantic on one side and rocky mountains on the other. Go at sunset when the cliffs catch fire in the light. You'll think you're on a movie set! Distance: 300km Time: 2–3 days recommended Best for: Forests, beaches, and coastal towns This route is South Africa's poster child for road trips. You'll pass through indigenous forests, pristine beaches, lagoons, and quaint towns like Knysna and Plettenberg Bay. It's touristy, yes – but for good reason. Nature does the heavy lifting here. Views along the Panorama Route. Image: canva Distance: 160km Time: 1–2 days Best for: Canyons, waterfalls, and big views The Panorama Route is all about altitude and attitude. It loops through the Drakensberg escarpment and offers views of Blyde River Canyon – one of the largest in the world. Throw in stops like God's Window, Bourke's Luck Potholes, and countless waterfalls, and you've got a scenic drive that's pure drama. Distance: 850km (Cape Town to Port Elizabeth) Time: 2–4 days Best for: Wine, desert beauty, and small-town charm Route 62 is the quieter cousin of the Garden Route. It cuts inland through semi-arid Klein Karoo terrain, passing wine estates, rugged mountain passes, and dusty towns that haven't changed much in decades. It's slower-paced, but deeply rewarding. West Coast of South Africa. Image: canva Distance: 280km Time: 1 day Best for: Wildflowers, sea views, and seafood In spring in South Africa (August to September), this road turns into a ribbon through fields of blooming wildflowers. Even out of season, it's a relaxing ride along a raw, less-developed stretch of coastline. Lambert's Bay is your reward – famous for its crayfish and birdlife. Distance: 9km (steep climb) Time: 1–2 hours (depending on conditions) Best for: 4×4 adventure and high-altitude bragging rights More expedition than leisurely cruise, the Sani Pass is a rugged dirt road rising 2 876 metres into the mountains. You'll need a 4×4 – and some nerve – but the views over the valley below are unforgettable. At the top? The highest pub in Africa – a must-visit! Clarence Drive. Image: canva Distance: 80km Time: 1.5 hours Best for: Ocean curves and picnic spots This drive snakes along the edge of False Bay, with the Hottentots-Holland mountains on one side and the ocean on the other. Less famous than Chapman's Peak, but equally scenic – especially on a clear day when you can spot whales offshore. Let us know by leaving a comment below, or send a WhatsApp to 060 011 021 1 Subscribe to The South African website's newsletters and follow us on WhatsApp, Facebook, X and Bluesky for the latest news.
The Citizen
27-04-2025
- Health
- The Citizen
Zam Buk: The winter go-to
Online, Zam-Buk has attracted a cult following. There are a handful of brands that have etched themselves into South African culture like few others have managed. Chappies, Nkomazi, Snowflake, for example. And then, there is Zam-Buk, the fix-all heal-all. The topical ointment that smells somewhat herbal has a sexy texture and really does seem to work for almost anything and everything skin-related. What would winter be without a tiny tub of the stuff in your back pocket? This, to smooth over chafed and dry lips? Dr Jonathan Redelinghuys said that it is a medicine chest staple. While it is not a total fix-all, the ointment has a myriad of uses. 'These days, lip protection is probably the most widespread of uses for Zam-Buk,' he said. 'But the antiseptic and healing properties of the paraffin and herbal mix can be used for many first aid and short-term treatments.' Originally launched in 1902 When Zam-Buk was first launched in 1902, it was advertised to treat a wide range of conditions, including cuts, bruises, sprains, ulcers, haemorrhoids, and even colds and toothaches. It was also touted as a topical rub to ease muscle pain on the back, legs or feet. 'There is no clinical evidence that it could assist in healing piles, for example. Ingestion of the ointment might create medical complications,' he said. Dr Redelinghuys suggested that topical application to aid healing cuts, bruises, et, would be a safer way to go. ALSO READ: Bye-bye cubicles, hello coffee badging Old wives' tales even suggested rolling Zam-Buk into little balls and swallowing them to ease a stomachache. It's a recipe that's over a hundred years old. It was first formulated and patented by Charles Edward Fulford in Leeds, England, at the turn of the twentieth century and sold by his Bile Beans company. At the time, Zam-Buk soap was also produced and sold as a supplementary treatment. Ad campaigns promised smooth skin, blotch removal, efficacy in treating rashes and eczema, eradicating pimples, and general relief from soreness. And while nobody knows where the name really comes from, the brand was once used to refer to first aiders at rugby matches in Australia and New Zealand. Some point to the name originating in South Africa. It is also not available everywhere. You can only really buy the ointment in South Africa, South East Asia and New Zealand these days. Everyone should have some Zam-Buk, said pharmacy assistant Simone Livie, is something everyone should have in their first aid kits. 'It is also very effective as a drawing ointment for boils, where it not only relieves a bit of the pressure pain in sensitive areas but helps draw out the gunk stuck beneath the skin,' she said and added that it does the same trick with pimples. People have long used it as a chest rub to ease the symptoms of colds and flu. The camphor and eucalyptus oils in the formulation act as decongestants, said Dr Redelinghuys. It can help open up the airways when applied to the chest or under the nose. Some even swear by it for mild headaches, rubbing a small amount into the temples for a soothing and cooling sensation that seems to take the edge off. Dr Redelinghuys agreed and said that Zam-Buk also helps with skin irritations, such as insect bites, particularly the itchiness associated with mosquito bites. 'There is also anecdotal evidence that it helps accelerate healing of cuts and small kitchen-type burns,' he said and added that the moisturising properties can also aid rough elbows and cracked heels. He said that initial treatment with Zam-Buk can ease fungal infections, toenail fungus, and athlete's foot. Not too much camphor for kids However, Dr Redelinghuys cautioned that camphor, one of the ingredients in Zam-Buk, may be harmful to children if used repeatedly. He suggested limiting children under five's exposure to camphor as the body can eventually become poisoned through overuse. Online, Zam-Buk has attracted a cult following. Reddit's a good place to seek out experiences and out-of-pocket advice. 'Zam-Buk could fix a severed head,' wrote one Reddit user, while another claimed, 'Labello feels great for a bit, but Zam-Buk sorts your lips out properly.' A few noted that the balm felt a little spicy when applied, especially on cracked skin, but swore by its effectiveness. Some recommended layering Zam-Buk over aqueous cream to turbocharge the healing of dry or wind-chapped lips or elbows. Livie said that Zam-Buk is also a common go-to for minor sports injuries. 'It is brilliant for bruises and minor sprains too. It will not replace a proper physio, but it is good enough to help manage some of the discomfort until you get there,' she said. NOW READ: Quarter Life – your first existential crisis
