Interest is set to be piqued in travelling to Bali with the release of a new film starring Julia Roberts and based on the best-selling novel by Elizabeth Gilbert; Eat, Pray, Love. In anticipation of the film’s release, The Independent Traveller has created a holiday to Bali that allows guests to experience elements of the film!

The Independent Traveller recognises the need to get away and relax - without the hustle and bustle of the tourist trade. Sometimes all one wants is powder white sand under your toes - while you listen to the lapping of a turquoise sea, on a beach without another soul in sight. Thus we’ve compiled our top 10 deserted beaches for you to peruse!

A truly spectacular experience awaits travellers to Namibia! Conservancy Safaris, Namibia is a low volume, highly exclusive safari company, owned by the local people who’s challenge is to “make your footprint count.” Enjoy a unique blend of cultural experiences, scenery and wildife encounters (including desert adapted elephants and lions, as well as the largest population of free-ranging black rhino in Africa).

The province of KwaZulu Natal offers an extraordinary plethora of landscapes and terrain - with the Indian Ocean to one side and the Drakensberg mountain range running through the middle there is a variety of amazing experiences on hand. From lush game reserves spotted with luxury lodges on the northern border with Mozambique, to the gently rolling landscapes of the Midlands, reminiscent of England - it is a small miracle that this area of South Africa has remained off the beaten tourist path.

Often safari operators advertise their experiences using the phrase “photographic safaris” which doesn’t really mean much more than at their specific camps people can take photographs. Which essentially is true of almost any safari on offer. For 2010 (10 March and 19 May) The Independent Traveller is proud to present a ‘Photographic Workshop” which is incorporated with one of the most breathtaking safari offers in Africa.

Are you looking for the best way to experience the beauy and wonders of the wildlife and flora of the African bush on foot with knowledgeable safari guides? Then Jembisa Lodge is the opportunity you and your family have been waiting for. Jembisa is uniquely offering an African walking safari experience to families with younger children.

Limpopo also referred to as “The Greath North” is South Africa’s northernmost province and borders on Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Botswana. The province is named after the mighty Limpopo River and is a land of beautiful and contrasting landscapes typical of Africa, hence it becoming a favourite destination for leisure and adventure travellers.

The Dullstroom Bird of Prey and Rehabilitation Centre was established in 1997 with the aim of educating the public and to promote an awareness of the raptor species and their plight as an endangered species. The center is extensively involved in promoting the well being of this incredible species. Dullstroom is South Africa’s premier flyfishing spot - with hundreds of visitors flocking each year to the tranquil waters and surroundings offered by Mpumalanga it’s only fair that public support for this great initiative in the area be publicised.

Blue Water Shark Diving. If few people, no cages and spectacular animals sound good, then free diving with Mako and Blue sharks off Cape Point is what we recommend. All expeditions depart from Simon’s Town, situated close to Boulders penguins & Cape Point and only 35 minutes from Cape Town. Open ocean shark cage diving with a variety of different shark species and other marine wildlife.

The province of Kwa-Zulu Natal is home to some of the country’s best health resorts, spas, hydros and wellness centres. With the warm Indian ocean on its coast and spectacularly breathtaking landscapes (with soaring peaks to explore) it’s a destination not to be missed. With the Durban stadium hosting 7 matches (one of which is a semi final) there will be plenty of competition for the best Kwa-Zulu Natal World Cup 2010 accommodation so book now!