The football World Cup in South Africa is just around the corner, kicking off on June 11th 2010.

Travel is a voyage of discovery and a constant search for that elusive ultimate sight. As the world's natural wonders are ever-changing, so each visitor has the chance of a unique view and experience.

Remember the days when travelers flew into a country, had fun for a couple of weeks, and then flew home again leaving no impact - except for some litter - behind them?

Famous, mysterious, forgotten, stolen and now found again! The Savute Channel, one of the greatest mysteries and fascinations of northern Botswana, is flowing again after nearly 30 years of lying dormant.

After bringing us the likes of Simon Cowell, Osama Bin Laden, Jordan and Jedward, the Noughties are almost over.

Sara LeHoullier is going exploring both on and off the beaten path on the world's fourth-largest island for three months.

If you want to support England at the 2010 South African World Cup here are some great options for self-catering accommodation in the South African cities where England will be playing.

I spent my Saturday in bed, with the curtains drawn (after I summoned up enough energy to close them).

I almost tacked this on to the Diego post, but decided that it should get its own space.

After the horrendous, tremendously awful taxibrousse trip, we got in a taxi and came to a hotel recommended by a friend, the Kartiffa.