Why does summer always feel so short, and winter so drearily long? Despite it being, in reality, exactly the opposite. It’s almost painful to get out of bed in the morning, your clothes don’t dry (if you live at the coast), your hands and toes lose feeling for months… And forget about actually getting warm, it doesn’t matter how hard you try, it’s still freezing outside and you’re going to have to leave the house sometime.

If only there was a place you could go to that’s not too far, and only ever has varying degrees of heat (warm to hot). This place does in fact exist, but unfortunately you’re going to have to brave Jack Frost nipping at your nose to get there. But it’ll be quick, just get in your car, drive to the airport, and board a plane…destination: Namibia!

Yes. Sunny, beautiful, friendly Namibia. The perfect place to wait out the winter and replace your stores of Vitamin D. Take the family, take your sunglasses, take your long-neglected shorts and go on a well-deserved vacation.

Best part?

Air Namibia (because they are awesome), are letting Jo’burgers and Capetonians fly for less. So go to www.amazingvouchers.com now and get your discount voucher!

You’re welcome.

Isn’t the 21^st century wonderful? Electric cars, phones that are smart and the greatest technological advancement of all time…

The Internet.

What has that got to do with the price of eggs, you ask? Well, everything actually. Because now you can not only compare the prices of eggs online but buy them and have them delivered to your door faster than you can say ‘scrambled please’. But who cares about eggs! The single most wonderful thing about the internet is shopping…for clothes.

Oh yes. One can spend hours browsing online through fashion items, no annoying queues, no awful store music, no running around looking for the right size only to be told it doesn’t exist. And most importantly, no atrocious change-room lighting. You can sit in the comfort of your own home (or office if you’re a rebel) and decide what you want to add to your virtual shopping cart, pay with a simple click, and get up to make yourself a hard-earned cup of tea. Bliss! And then mere days later, your latest fashion additions are delivered to your doorstep.

But wait, there’s always more! Shopping online guarantees that you’ll come across at least one really great discount, special offer or promo. Case in point, Diligo.co.za are offering all Amazing Vouchers members discount vouchers for their online clothing store! All their stock is made with love in South Africa and boasts some awesome brands like RVCA, Luca and their stylish house brand, Diligo. And delivery is FREE! . Any clothing you buy online is made exactly to the measurements on their sizing guide and they proudly ensure that all garments are made with the South African woman’s figure in mind.

So three cheers for the Internet! Three cheers for Diligo! And three cheers to you, because you’re about to look fabulous.

Get your voucher now at amazingvouchers.com, and then go here to start shopping on Diligo!

After moving to Cape Town from Johannesburg two and a half years ago I am more sure than ever that I made the best decision of my life. Don’t get me wrong, I love my hometown, the streets strewn with the purple offerings of Jacarandas, night-swimming on a hot Jozi evening, the fast pace and vibrance of the people… All of these things bring a smile to my face. But there is nothing quite like the sight of that mountain on my daily commute to work or the convenience of rolling down my window to get take in a deep breath of ocean air! However there is one thing I cannot replace and miss more than anything... family and friends.

I moved to the Mother City with high hopes and she hasn’t disappointed. I love everything about this city. I don’t even mind the slower pace (ya, life is hard by the sea). I just can’t help noticing the absence of old familiar faces, of Sunday lunches with the people I care about. Regular phone calls home are a necessity and if it weren’t for modern technology and that wonderous thing that is the internet I may have packed it all in ages ago. More convenient than that is the fact that it’s only a two-hour flight to the city of gold. But boy, does that get expensive.

Finding good flight deals has become somewhat of a sport for me and in those Olympics, I have a gold medal. Mango Airlines is by far my champion - aside from their regular specials and generally affordable airfares, they have now partnered with Amazing Vouchers to bring its existing and aspiring members an amazing offering!

Non-members will receive a free R200 Mango Airlines voucher when they sign up for a free one-month trial membership where they will enjoy great discounts and value added vouchers, no obligations! Existing members need to simply login to their account to print their voucher and continue to redeem and enjoy freebie, discount, value added and 2 for 1 vouchers, when ever they please.

So pack those bags and go visit the people you care about, for less!

Click this link to take advatage of this amazing offer http://amazingvouchers.com/

This one to keep up to date with awesome competitions http://www.facebook.com/AmazingVouchers

And this one for the best airfares out there http://www.flymango.com/

It’s almost time for a much needed, absolutely welcome long weekend. This usually means spending time with loved ones and of course…eating. Sitting around the table and sharing a lovingly prepared meal is a tradition without religious denomination and is the perfect way to reconnect with the people you care about. So often our lives become wrapped up in deadlines, school-work and everyday responsibilities that we don’t get to truly enjoy the company of the important people in our lives – laughing, talking and breaking bread. So, in the spirit of family, I have included (with her permission) my own Mother’s amazing roast chicken recipe as well as her (mouthwatering) take on Cauliflower Cheese. Feel free to print out and add to your repertoire of family favourites!

Preheat the oven at 180°C

The Chicken:

Combine Pineapple, onion, greenpepper and pepperdews, stuff the cavity of the chicken with this mixture. Loosen the skin around the breast and thigh area and close the cavity area.

Lightly spray the outside of the chicken with Balsamic vinegar, and seasoning with chicken spice, rosemary, origanum, salt and pepper. When you have stuffed the chicken and seasoned it, place chicken into an oven bag and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for about 1hr45mins.

The Cauliflower Cheese:

Steam the vegetables until cooked but still firm. While your veggies are steaming, add your beef stock powder to the milk and bring to the boil, turn the heat right down and stir in the Maizena mix (you will only need a little water as this should make a thin paste). Once you have a good consistency sprinkle in your cheese, stirring constantly. Drain veggies and place them in an ovenproof dish, gently pour your cheese sauce over taking care cover them evenly. Sprinkle the remaining grated cheese over the top, place in the oven and grill until cheese is golden brown.

Serve and enjoy!

The Gallagher Estate in Midrand played host to yet another fun filled Baba & Kids Indaba. The weekend of the 27^th of May 2011 was yet another for expectant, and already blessed moms to pencil in and enjoy.

Amazing Vouchers was seen at stand 182, surrounded by the likes of Clicks, Woolworths, Kumon and many more.

SABC Education helped set the stage for what was by all accounts a truly successful showcase of professional childcare and education.

One exhibitor felt the show was “filled with professionals”, which would only build on the overall testimony of show goers.

Amazing Vouchers is proud to have offered all those who visited our stand a complimentary membership, to enjoy freebies, discounts and added value vouchers, which, as the Baba & Kids Indaba shows all too well, add fun and value to day-to-day life.

Keep an eye on upcoming exhibitions, as Amazing Vouchers could be in your vicinity, and ready to make your day.

Thank you to the organisers of the Indaba for yet another splendid event!

Relative Links:

www.amazingvouchers.com

www.babaindaba.co.za

www.kidsindaba.co.za

On Monday the 14^th of February, people around the world will find themselves rising into a pink cloud of love and affection. Millions of kisses will float through the air, landing with people craving the love that makes us all so deeply happy.

What would happiness be without a special surprise? That once-a-year explosion of passion and romance…

Amazing Vouchers invites you to shower yourself in spoils! Take what may be a once in a million day, and turn it into once in a billion! Are you someone’s secret admirer? Keep them guessing with 30 free vouchers…turning Valentine’s day into Valentine’s month…

Visit Amazing Vouchers today to ignite your inner ‘love fire’. Leave your broken heart behind and remember: when love is involved, all we need is that little spark!

Amazing Vouchers – Adding that spark to your Valentine’s fire…

Euphoric Beauty Bar was established in 2005 and services mainly the Durban South regions.

When asked what their most common and interest driving product was, Euphoric Beauty Bar responded: “Threading & Massages” which form part of the grooming and relaxation of their clients.

Amazing Vouchers brings you this information as part of our promise, to keep interesting and valuable business in the spotlight.

Amazing Vouchers wishes Euphoric Beauty Bar a healthy and wealthy future! May our partnership be long-lasting and prosperous!

Creative Minds – Bloemfontein was established in 2005 and services mainly the Free State regions.

When asked what their most common and interest driving product was, Creative Minds – Bloemfontein responded: “End user Computer training” which forms part of everyday computer usage!

Amazing Vouchers brings you this information as part of our promise, to keep interesting and valuable business in the spotlight.

When asked if they could go anywhere in the world with the business, they stated that they would love to stay in South Africa, as they love the people and the place as a whole!

Creative Minds – Bloemfontein also explained that in 10 years from now they would love the business to grow a lot more!

Amazing Vouchers wishes Creative Minds - Bloemfontein a spectacular new year!

Etiquette Training was established in 2003 and services mainly the Somerset West regions.

When asked what their most common and interest driving product was, Etiquette Training responded: “Etiquette Training” which forms of uniqueness of their clients.

Amazing Vouchers brings you this information as part of our promise, to keep interesting and valuable business in the spotlight.

When asked if they could go anywhere in the world with the business, they stated that they would love to go to Europe!

Amazing Vouchers wishes Etiquette Training a healthy and wealthy future! May our partnership be long-lasting and prosperous!