Valentine’s Day is once again upon us and of course with February being the month of LOVE why not do something AMAZING for that special person in your life! There are many things one can do to celebrate and express one’s love this Valentine’s Day – however, PriceCheck is trying to make it easy and extra special by highlighting the ones that could really make an impression on your partner. The Grand Daddy Hotel Rooftop in Cape Town is no doubt the ultimate place for those true romantics. They are going all out to make sure that your Valentine’s Day is REALLY great! ‘The Notebook’, which is...

As you know, Rhinos are becoming a critically endangered species all around the world! They are being poached and killed for their horns as well as their hide – For decorative or even merely just for the money. Last year approximately 448 rhinos suffered an untimely demise at the hand of vicious poachers. And…according to rhino scientists, should the poaching continue at the rate it is currently going, the population of rhinos in Africa will drastically decrease by the middle of 2012. “Not to mention that it takes a million times longer for one to even be born!” But how can we all help prevent...

2012 is in full swing now, and everything is supposedly ‘back-to-normal’ – yeah right.  With all the back-to-routine adjustments, I am sure one of your resolutions was to get your body and mind in shape, but have you nonetheless? Well, I am here drive you in the right direction! SET A GOAL:  AND the reason’s for doing what you are doing. Very important. Write down a list of the things that you would like to achieve, and the reason for each goal. More important – Let’s not forget what all the hard work is for! This reasoning behind your goals will most certainly give you enough incentive...

For the past two weeks, PriceCheck has given you our guide of fun things to do in Cape Town and Durban. This week, in part 3 of our “Be A Tourist In Your Own City” series, we move our attention to Jozi. Johannesburg offers the first ever Acrobranch in South Africa. It can be found in the James and Ethel Grey Park, which is right around the corner from Melrose Arch. This outdoor activity offers you and your entire family the chance to go climbing from tree to tree on an obstacle course, while testing your balance, focus and strength. At Acrobranch you will find zip lines, monkey bridges and many...

Last week PriceCheck gave you the low down about travelling and things to do in Cape Town. This week, in part 2 of our series, we shift our focus to Durban. There’s a lot to do and see so we have chosen just a few to wet your appetite… Sky Adventures offer you the chance to see the unspoilt grasslands and hills of Zululand by souring high above it in a helicopter. The flight starts by heading to the Umhlanga Lagoon with an awesome coastal view of the Indian Ocean. You will also be able to witness the Valley of a Thousand Hills, which is absolutely breathtaking. The helicopter will then take you...