The Top 5 nonfiction books to read.

 

One of the very first things you do after packing for that long awaited holiday, is to think about what you will do on that 16 hour bus trip all the way to the coast. Reading is one of the best ways to pass the time and to give you some ideas, I’ve prepared a short review of the top 5 nonfiction books of all time.

 

1. The Education of Henry Adams – by Henry Adams

 

This Pulitzer Prize winning book speaks of the difficulty Henry Adams (1838-1918) had in the beginning of his old age to fully understand and accept the changes in the world at the dawning of the 20th century. Adams struggled to adapt to the world that was becoming so different from the world of his younger days. It’s a sharp critique of the 19th century educational theory and practice. First distribution of this book was by Adams himself as he privately began circulating copies of a limited edition that he printed at his own expense. Upon his death in 1918, commercial publication had no more reason to wait and subsequently the book won the Pulitzer Prize in 1919.

 

2. The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money – by John Maynard Keynes

 

This book was written by an English economist called John Maynard Keynes. Its aim was to bring about a revolution that is commonly referred to as the Keynesian Revolution, impacting on the way economists think, especially in relation to the idea that a market economy naturally tends to restore itself to full employment after temporary economic shots. The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money is seen as the cornerstone of Keynesian thought as the book challenged established economics and introduced imperative concepts to the modern economist. This book was first published in 1936.

 

3. The Interpretation of Dreams – by Sigmund Freud

 

A very well-known book, Freud’s The Interpretation of Dreams introduces his theory of the unconscious in relation to dream interpretation. In his view, dreams are the attempts of the unconscious to resolve a conflict – whether current or in the past. His theory continues on by stating that the information in the unconscious is often in an unruly and disturbing form and therefore a type of censor in the preconscious will not allow through to the conscious without it being altered. The preconscious is more lax in his duties during dreams, Freud believes, so if the unconscious slightly distorts the dream or warp the meaning of its information, it has a chance of slipping through “unnoticed”. Freud therefore believes that dreams need interpretation to be understood. The first publication was in 1899.

4. The Second World War – by Winston Churchill

 

This six volume history of the period between the end of the First World War to July 1945 was largely responsible for him winning the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1953. He labelled the "moral of the work" as follows: "In War: Resolution, In Defeat: Defiance, In Victory: Magnanimity, In Peace: Goodwill”. The book is actually considered to be an incomplete memoir by a leading participant in determining the direction the war would take. Churchill wrote it while still working as a politician and wrote the history from his personal point of view. Its first publication was in 1953.

 

5. The Double Helix: A Personal Account of the Discovery of the Structure of DNA – by James D. Watson

 

This autobiographical book by James D. Watson accounts the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA and was first published in 1968. Upon its release it was considered to be controversial and the view remains the same. Criticised for excessive sexism toward a female participant of the discovery, Rosalind Franklin, this account was placed at number 7 on the Modern Library’s list of the 20th century’s best works of nonfiction.

 

Now that you have some ideas for what you might want to read aboard the bus, get yourself a copy at your local bookstore or on your e-reader device and tick that last small thing off the to-do list!

Best apps to pass the time at the bus stop

The time never seems to pass quite as slow as when you’re waiting at the bus stop. The first thing we do when we know that we have a bit of time to spare, is we take out our mobile phones and find something to keep ourselves busy with. While Facebook is always first in line when it comes to those random phone-checking moments, it’s not the only thing that can help you pass the time. Here are 5 more apps you should take a look at when you need to pass time at the bus stop.

 

1. Hangman

Hangman is a free application with its foundation found in the well-known game of word guessing – Hangman. You try to guess the word without getting too many letters wrong that will end up in the man being hanged.

2. Solo

This is a guitar simulator that lets you make music literally while waiting for your bus. The virtual guitar includes a selection of instruments to let you customise your track too.

3. Packman

Everyone knows this fun game. The player controls a yellow circle with a mouth that must consume various dots on the board, but avoiding the infamous ghost-like figures. It’s retro and it’s a definite must-have!

4. Draw Something

Much like Pictionary, you select a word to draw for your friend, who must guess what it is solely based on your picture. One of the attractions are the comical drawings from your non-artistic friends!

5. Cat Physics

This app is all about cats, balls and physics. You must navigate the ball from one cat to the other while fighting a bunch of obstacles like flip boards, glass windows and trap doors!

 

Phone apps are becoming a part of everyday life. Why not incorporate this little part of life into your wait at the bus stop? You know what to look for now!

Entertainment on your bus

So you’ve finally decided to make that long trip from Johannesburg to Cape Town and due to some budget constraints, you will be travelling by bus. All your arrangements have been made and entertainment is sorted the moment you get off the bus. But what about ON the bus? Let me help you with that!

 

If you’re lucky, the bus you will be travelling with will have a television that will show various movies throughout your travel time. So what do you do if your bus isn’t one of those? Or worse even, you’ve seen all the movies scheduled to show on the bus – repeatedly? Well, luckily for you, our age has been blessed with various mobile devices equipped to entertain you for hours on end – perfect for a long bus trip.

Firstly, your Android or Blackberry smartphone will contribute greatly to your entertainment. Mobile games and apps are available in their thousands and are designed to be enjoyed on the go. Every genre from puzzle games to word games and more, can simply be downloaded to your device. Simply find an appropriate game, plug in those earphones and get going! If you have a tablet, you might want to load a few movies on it and remember those earphones! Top sites have created optimised and compatible real money casino games, which means you can enjoy a real gambling experience whilst sitting in your bus seat! 

 

If you are not as lucky as to have a smart phone or tablet, the old reliable MP3 player will not fail you. Listen to hours of your favourite music, while paging through a magazine or enjoying the landscape you are travelling through.

 

If your luck does not stretch to a MP3 player either, then my best advice would be to sit back and start visualising what you will do once the wheels stop turning! Either way, remember that the bus ride also forms part of your holiday, so get yourself into the holiday spirit so that you are ready to relax the moment you get off!

The Origin of Braai Day

 

Heritage Day (or Erfenisdag as it is known in Afrikaans) is a public holiday celebrated on 24 September every year. All South Africans are encouraged on this day to celebrate their culture and the diversity of our country’s beliefs and traditions, in the wider context of the nation belonging to all of its people. But where did it all start?

Heritage Day was known as Shaka Day in KwaZulu Natal to commemorate the Zulu King Shaka – the legendary Zulu King who played an important role in uniting disparate Zulu clans into a cohesive nation.

24 September was not initially included on the Public Holiday Bill’s list of proposed public holidays and as a result, the Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) objected to this bill. The Parliament of South Africa and the IFP reached a compromise and from then on the day was known as Heritage Day and is celebrated as a public holiday. It is described as “when South Africans celebrate the diverse cultural heritage that makes up a "rainbow nation". It is the day to celebrate the contribution of all South Africans to the building of South Africa”.

 

South Africans celebrate Heritage Day by remembering the cultural heritage of the many cultures that make up the population of South Africa. Various events are staged throughout the country to commemorate this day, some over the past few years that include:

• Former Western Cape Provincial Premier Ebrahim Rasool addressed the public at a Heritage Day celebration at the Gugulethu Heritage trail in 2007 in Gugulethu.

• In Hout Bay, there is an army procession and a recreation of the battle fought there.

• In 2005, a media campaign sought to "re-brand" the holiday as National Braai Day, in recognition of the South African culinary tradition of holding informal backyard barbecues, or braais.

• On 5 September 2007, Archbishop Desmond Tutu celebrated his appointment as patron of South Africa's Barbecue (Braai) Day, affirming it to be a unifying force in a divided country. 

• At the end of 2007 National Braai Day changed its name to Braai4Heritage and the initiative received the endorsement of South Africa's National Heritage Council (NHC)

Organiser Jan Scannell announced that the aim is not to have a mass braai, but littler ones with friends and family. Therefore the aim for National Heritage Day is to spend time with loved ones to reflect on South Africa’s diversity and the roots embedded within it.

How to talk to strangers on the bus

For years on end, parents have been preaching to their children: “Don’t talk to strangers!”.  While this is done as a safety measure, parents often don’t realise that the real danger in the “stranger danger” message is the message itself. Good friends were also once strangers and by not approaching people you don’t know, you might be missing out on some really uplifting relationships. So the message that should be heeded instead, is how to talk to strangers without putting yourself in danger.

 

If you travel by bus, you will inevitably come in contact with many people you don’t know. Instead of just waiting out the ride with your iPod blaring in your ears, make conversation with the people sharing your bus ride. Here’s how to make sure you are still safe while conversing with strangers:

Firstly, remember that everyone on the bus has one thing in common: they are all on their way somewhere. If you’re on a long distance trip, you have lots of time to decide whether or not you will talk to the person next to you, but if you’re just travelling between two bordering towns, your time will be limited. Start off by introducing yourself to the person next to you. Focus on what you have in common right this instant – the bus ride.

After making initial contact, remember that even though you are talking comfortably to the former stranger, you still don’t know them. Be clever about it – don’t share personal information such as your address or the fact that you will have to walk 2kms alone after the bus has reached your destination. Talk about current topics that caught your attention, recent national or international happenings or what sort of work you do. Keep it artificial without making it obvious to the other person that you choose to not share personal details – you still want them to talk to you too, so don’t let them feel insulted!

Now that the conversation is going, the other person will have one of three reactions: one – they will not be interested in talking to you and will display obvious hints of this like burying their nose in a book, giving you short answers or assuming a position where they slightly face away from you. In this situation, it would be best to seize your efforts. You don’t want to appear like the creep that justifies the “stranger danger” message. Two – they might be the “stranger danger” and start asking personal questions or eye your iPad sticking out from your bag. Avoid any further conversation and if possible, let them get off the bus before you. Third – your fellow traveller might reciprocate your interest to talk to them and partake in the conversation enthusiastically. In this case – chat away. You might just make a new friend!

 

Times are forever changing and so should our approach to talking to the people around us. While crime and violence is a certain reality in our day and age, it is important to find the balance in talking to new people and still maintaining your safety. Follow the above guidelines and above all, trust your instincts when talking to someone. Don’t limit yourself by being scared – it is possible to talk to strangers safely!

Citiliner: How to talk to strangers on the bus

For years on end, parents have been preaching to their children: “Don’t talk to strangers!”.  While this is done as a safety measure, parents often don’t realise that the real danger in the “stranger danger” message is the message itself. Good friends were also once strangers and by not approaching people you don’t know, you might be missing out on some really uplifting relationships. So the message that should be heeded instead, is how to talk to strangers without putting yourself in danger.

 

If you travel by bus, you will inevitably come in contact with many people you don’t know. Instead of just waiting out the ride with your iPod blaring in your ears, make conversation with the people sharing your bus ride. Here’s how to make sure you are still safe while conversing with strangers:

 

Firstly, remember that everyone on the bus has one thing in common: they are all on their way somewhere. If you’re on a long distance trip, you have lots of time to decide whether or not you will talk to the person next to you, but if you’re just travelling between two bordering towns, your time will be limited. Start off by introducing yourself to the person next to you. Focus on what you have in common right this instant – the bus ride.

 

After making initial contact, remember that even though you are talking comfortably to the former stranger, you still don’t know them. Be clever about it – don’t share personal information such as your address or the fact that you will have to walk 2kms alone after the bus has reached your destination. Talk about current topics that caught your attention, recent national or international happenings or what sort of work you do. Keep it artificial without making it obvious to the other person that you choose to not share personal details – you still want them to talk to you too, so don’t let them feel insulted!

 

Now that the conversation is going, the other person will have one of three reactions: one – they will not be interested in talking to you and will display obvious hints of this like burying their nose in a book, giving you short answers or assuming a position where they slightly face away from you. In this situation, it would be best to seize your efforts. You don’t want to appear like the creep that justifies the “stranger danger” message. Two – they might be the “stranger danger” and start asking personal questions or eye your iPad sticking out from your bag. Avoid any further conversation and if possible, let them get off the bus before you. Third – your fellow traveller might reciprocate your interest to talk to them and partake in the conversation enthusiastically. In this case – chat away. You might just make a new friend!

 

Times are forever changing and so should our approach to talking to the people around us. While crime and violence is a certain reality in our day and age, it is important to find the balance in talking to new people and still maintaining your safety. Follow the above guidelines and above all, trust your instincts when talking to someone. Don’t limit yourself by being scared – it is possible to talk to strangers safely!

How to talk to strangers on the bus.

 

For years on end, parents have been preaching to their children: “Don’t talk to strangers!”.  While this is done as a safety measure, parents often don’t realize that the real danger in the “stranger danger” message is the message itself. Good friends were also once strangers and by not approaching people you don’t know, you might be missing out on some really uplifting relationships. So the message that should be heeded instead, is how to talk to strangers without putting yourself in danger.

 

If you travel by bus, you will inevitably come in contact with many people you don’t know. Instead of just waiting out the ride with your iPod blaring in your ears, make conversation with the people sharing your bus ride. Here’s how to make sure you are still safe while conversing with strangers:

Firstly, remember that everyone on the bus has one thing in common: they are all on their way somewhere. If you’re on a long distance trip, you have lots of time to decide whether or not you will talk to the person next to you, but if you’re just travelling between two bordering towns, your time will be limited. Start off by introducing yourself to the person next to you. Focus on what you have in common right this instant – the bus ride.

After making initial contact, remember that even though you are talking comfortably to the former stranger, you still don’t know them. Be clever about it – don’t share personal information such as your address or the fact that you will have to walk 2kms alone after the bus has reached your destination. Talk about current topics that caught your attention, recent national or international happenings or what sort of work you do. Keep it artificial without making it obvious to the other person that you choose to not share personal details – you still want them to talk to you too, so don’t let them feel insulted!

Now that the conversation is going, the other person will have one of three reactions: one – they will not be interested in talking to you and will display obvious hints of this like burying their nose in a book, giving you short answers or assuming a position where they slightly face away from you. In this situation, it would be best to seize your efforts. You don’t want to appear like the creep that justifies the “stranger danger” message. Two – they might be the “stranger danger” and start asking personal questions or eye your iPad sticking out from your bag. Avoid any further conversation and if possible, let them get off the bus before you. Third – your fellow traveler might reciprocate your interest to talk to them and partake in the conversation enthusiastically. In this case – chat away. You might just make a new friend!

 

Times are forever changing and so should our approach to talking to the people around us. While crime and violence is a certain reality in our day and age, it is important to find the balance in talking to new people and still maintaining your safety. Follow the above guidelines and above all, trust your instincts when talking to someone. Don’t limit yourself by being scared – it is possible to talk to strangers safely!

How to book a ticket online?

 

We at Citiliner have over the years built ourselves on excellent service. We believe in providing our passengers with cost effective and reliable transportation locally and in neighbouring countries, and now you can also experience the ease and convenience of booking a ticket online.

 

You can either visit our website to make your bookings, or visit our Facebook page and click a link that will direct you to a booking page. For an even faster and convenient booking process, you can use your cellphone to book your tickets online by visiting our Mobi site.

 

We at Citiliner have also introduced one more way to make purchasing your ticket easier. PayD.net, one of the leading online payment firms in the country, hosts the new payment system. This payment method is safe, simple and affordable. 

 

The way it works is you have to first register your debit or cheque PIN-based bank card on your profile (which you have to set up through the PayD website on your mobile or PC) the setup will only happen the first time you use it, after which you will only be required to provide your cellphone number. You can then book your Citiliner tickets on the online service center or at any of the Greyhound terminals, after which you will be asked to enter your bank card PIN number on your MTN or Vodacom cell phone. Once your details have been confirmed, you will receive your tickets and you can be on your way.

 

 

For more information on how to book a trip, or route and timetable information to any Citiliner destination, visit our website.

 

How to Prepare for that bus trip: Let Citiliner do the driving!

 

How to Prepare for that bus trip: Let Citiliner do the driving!

 

Bus journeys are always a memorable affair. No other mode of transportation can beat the convenience and ease that bus travel offers. Citiliner offers its passengers safe, comfortable and reliable transportation at low cost. 

 

Your Citiliner ticket offers an unforgettable adventure, on the way to your destination.

 

Long distant travelling can be made easier when you plan and prepare effectively. Read on, to see things to consider when planning a hassle free journey by bus:

 

• The first thing to do is to book your Citiliner ticket. We at Citiliner understand that long distance travel can be exhausting, thus we make it our priority to provide semi-luxury, comfortable and safe travel in South Africa and neighbouring countries.

 

• Before embarking on your journey, you’ll want to know some information about the stations you will be visiting. Bus station hours of operation are based on bus route schedules.

 

 

• Start your journey with a good state of mind. Bring with you, enough means of distraction i.e. books, music and magazines in order to make your journey fun.

 

• Arrive at the bus station more than the recommended hour ahead of time, and promptly take your place in line at the check- in counter. Arriving earlier will help you settle in quickly into the bus.

 

 

• If you do not have permanent identification tags on your baggage, be sure to pick up tags at the check-in counter for all carry-on and checked items. 

 

• It is imperative to be safe and comfortable at all times and at Citiliner, our priority is making sure that we fulfill all your safety and comfort needs.

 

 

• Travelling by bus is the greatest way to see and admire the scenery. You have plenty of time to enjoy the interesting sights and sounds that will greet you when you’re travelling. Bus travel is the best method to enjoy a relaxed trip. 

 

• Plan and prepare, have a positive attitude, vigilance and tolerance. This will allow you to have a fun and worry less long distant travel experience.

 

Citiliner bus drivers are highly trained and take their job of getting you to your destination very seriously. Our long distant travelers can be assured of plenty of rest breaks along the routes and a safe, comfortable and reliable bus ride.

 

For more information on Citiliner or to book a ticket, visit our website.

 

 

Ways to book a Citiliner ticket

 

Ways to book a Citiliner ticket

 

The Citiliner Bus offers cost effective, semi-luxury bus trips through a network of cities within South Africa and neighbouring countries. Citiliner bus bookings can be made between any of the cities in South Africa and many smaller towns.

 

You can also book a Citiliner ticket at Computicket…OR…

 

 

Get on the road to your destination with ease and travel without a care by booking your Citiliner bus ticket quickly and easily at any Shoprite Money Market counter. So you can shop and also conveniently book your Citiliner ticket, and guarantee your seat at the best price on a Citiliner bus.

 

You can also book a Citiliner Bus ticket on our website or visit our Facebook page to make your bookings.

 

 

We look forward to having you on board with us on your next journey.

Travelling to Zimbabwe by Citiliner

 

Travelling to Zimbabwe

 

One of Citiliner’s most prominent set of routes allows customers to travel to and from Zimbabwe on one of its many semi-luxury coaches at some of the best rates in the country. It is important to remember, however, that since Zimbabwe is an international destination, the restrictions and requirements for boarding and travelling in general may vary from trips to other cities within the country.

 

Firstly, travellers from South Africa to Zimbabwe are legally required to have a valid South African passport on hand in order to both book the trip and to cross the border. South African passport holders are not required to apply for or carry a visa in order to get into Zimbabwe.

 

If you have recently visited a Yellow Fever risk area, then you will need to vaccinated before your trip, and Tetanus, Hepatitis A and Malaria vaccinations are highly recommended, as Zimbabwe is a general risk area for those diseases.

 

Also, because Zimbabwe is generally considered a highly unstable country due to its volatile political state, it is highly recommended that you take as many safety precautions as possible. When possible, do not travel alone, refrain from carrying cash, make sure your passport is accessible at all times and know your surroundings as well as you can beforehand.

 

Citiliner offers semi-luxury bus trips all over South Africa in stylish coaches, at some of the most affordable rates on the market. To find out more about how to book a trip, or for route and timetable information to any of Citiliner’s destinations, including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, East London, Maputo and many more, visit the website or contact the 24 hour customer care line on 083 915 9000.

 

 

 

Travelling to Zimbabwe

 

Travelling to Zimbabwe

 

One of Citiliner’s most prominent set of routes allows customers to travel to and from Zimbabwe on one of its many semi-luxury coaches at some of the best rates in the country. It is important to remember, however, that since Zimbabwe is an international destination, the restrictions and requirements for boarding and travelling in general may vary from trips to other cities within the country.

 

Firstly, travelers from South Africa to Zimbabwe are legally required to have a valid South African passport on hand in order to both book the trip and to cross the border. South African passport holders are not required to apply for or carry a visa in order to get into Zimbabwe.

 

If you have recently visited a Yellow Fever risk area, then you will need to vaccinated before your trip, and Tetanus, Hepatitis A and Malaria vaccinations are highly recommended, as Zimbabwe is a general risk area for those diseases.

 

Also, because Zimbabwe is generally considered a highly unstable country due to its volatile political state, it is highly recommended that you take as many safety precautions as possible. When possible, do not travel alone, refrain from carrying cash, make sure your passport is accessible at all times and know your surroundings as well as you can beforehand.

 

Citiliner offers semi-luxury bus trips all over South Africa in stylish coaches, at some of the most affordable rates on the market. To find out more about how to book a trip, or for route and timetable information to any of Citiliner’s destinations, including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, East London, Maputo and many more, visit the website or contact the 24 hour customer care line on 083 915 9000.

 

 

 

How to relieve back tension and pain while commuting by Citiliner

 

How to relieve back tension and pain while commuting

 

As with all types of pain, back pain is commonly caused by constant stress. This becomes a problem when we commute, and since we have recently started communing much further on average, it seems that the tension levels will begin rising steadily again as we go on. To avoid painful situations and back or neck problems, there are a few minor steps you can take to ensure that you are both as relaxed and as ergonomically supported as possible.

 

Firstly, if your seat is not comfortable enough for going the distance, see if using a seat cushion or lumbar support helps. You can also support your lumbar region by rolling up a towel or a similar material based object to the thickness of your forearm and tucking it into the space where the small of your back meets the seat.

 

The tension of driving in rush hour traffic sends your shoulders toward your ears. To combat this, roll your shoulders, loosen your grip on the wheel and spread out your fingers. Since most people hold tension in their neck and back, keep yours relaxed by stretching your neck from side to side when you’re safely stopped. Take advantage of sitting at a red light by doing shoulder shrugs and rolls, changing your sitting position, and stretching a bit. Make it a habit to use your headrest rather than craning your head forward to focus on the road.

 

Give yourself at least five minutes of additional time before leaving the house to relieve some of the stress associated with commuting so if there is a delay you won’t feel the pressure or concern of being late.

 

Finally, before you begin your commute, take a few minutes to stretch and eliminate any stiffness in your arms, legs and torso. If you’ve had a stressful ride, stretch again and take a few deep breathes to get “centered” before starting your workday.

 

Citiliner offers semi-luxury bus trips all over South Africa in stylish coaches, at some of the most affordable rates on the market. To find out more about how to book a trip, or for route and timetable information to any of Citiliner’s destinations, including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, East London, Maputo and many more, visit the website or contact the 24 hour customer care line on 083 915 9000.

Tips on dealing with fatigue by Citiliner

 

Tips on dealing with fatigue

 

If you’ve ever been on a long journey, you will know how suddenly fatigue can take over your entire body. Most of us think that we can overcome the fatigue while on the road, and try to travel as far as we can without resting, which ends up being a danger to everyone around us on the road. However, there are a few easy steps (adapted from various sources) that you can follow that will help you either avoid fatigue for as long as possible, or help you overcome it at the onset.

 

It may be stating the obvious, but to avoid tiredness you should ensure you get enough sleep! Remember that your body needs sleep in order to recharge. If you are having any trouble sleeping, then aim to have a better sleep routine such as going to bed and getting up at the same time. You could also improve your sleeping environment by making sure your bedroom is quiet, dark and comfortable. Also, by using your bedroom for sleep alone, your body will come to associate it with sleeping rather than reading or watching TV.

 

There are several ways in which to tackle stress, but the most important thing to do is identify what is causing your stress in the first place. It may be work that is the main cause of your stress, perhaps because of bad work relationships, long hours, or an unfulfilling job. If that’s the case, then look at your options about how you can improve the situation. Also remember to have a clear division between work and leisure time, so when you clock out of your job at the end of the day, you have time to enjoy other things.

 

Your diet can have a big impact on how you feel. Without a proper, balanced diet you can start to feel a bit sluggish and are likely to become fatigued — so ensure that you eat healthy meals and at the correct times. Skipping breakfast will ensure you start your day on the wrong footing and force you to run on empty until lunchtime! Eating ‘little and often’ can work for some people, as it means that they’ve got something to sustain them rather than going for longer periods between meals — which will help them to avoid the feeling of being hungry and tired prior to their main meals. Keeping blood sugar levels stable is also important to avoid fatigue — so make sure you eat enough carbohydrates.

 

Don’t forget to keep hydrated throughout the day, as this can also help to prevent tiredness. The recommended daily amount is around two litres per day, but this depends on other factors such as your work environment or how much physical activity you get through in a day. Poor hydration can adversely affect your mental as well as your physical performance. The best way to stay well hydrated throughout each day is to have a water bottle within arm’s reach at all times.

 

Citiliner offers semi-luxury bus trips all over South Africa in stylish coaches, at some of the most affordable rates on the market. To find out more about how to book a trip, or for route and timetable information to any of Citiliner’s destinations, including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, East London, Maputo and many more, visit the website or contact the 24 hour customer care line on 083 915 9000.

How to quickly get rid of a headache by Citiliner

 

How to quickly get rid of a headache

 

Even though it is quite uncommon to fall seriously ill, even on a long journey, such as on a cross-country bus trip, headaches and other similar ailments happen all the time. The worst thing that could happen to anyone while on holiday, or even en route to a destination, is to be affected by sickness. Not only are they extremely annoying and painful at times, they may become dangerous as they affect perception, reaction time and overall health.

 

Since headaches are some of the most common and widely suffered ailments, they are also usually the easiest to cure; with treatments ranging from medicines, rehydration, migraine cocktails and simple pressure point manipulation. Depending on what the cause of the headache is, and how serious it is, try eating something light and drinking plenty of liquids to see if that will help. Dehydration and low blood sugar levels commonly bring on headaches.

 

Alternatively, think about carrying a small bottle of headache tablets with you at all times. If you are affected often, you may want to use this method, though it is important to remember to check with your doctor on the best use of any medication. Stress build-up and other physiological issues also cause headaches. To help alleviate these, try applying pressure to the area between your thumb and forefinger by squeezing it from either side. If you do not feel relief immediately, try lightly massaging the same area lightly, constantly applying light pressure.

 

Citiliner offers semi-luxury bus trips all over South Africa in stylish coaches, at some of the most affordable rates on the market. To find out more about how to book a trip, or for route and timetable information to any of Citiliner’s destinations, including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, East London, Maputo and many more, visit the website or contact the 24 hour customer care line on 083 915 9000.

 

Effective exercising techniques on the go by Citiliner

 

Effective exercising techniques on the go

 

Exercise is a crucial aspect of our daily lives, yet many of us don’t ever make the effort because we simply don’t have the time. Since we spend around 2 hours per day on average in traffic, this may be the only time some of us get to spend away from the hustle and bustle of our busy lives.

 

There are a few simple exercise techniques you can use while in the traffic, on your commute to work, or even while waiting for your bus, train or taxi to arrive, that will help you stay in shape and keep your body as active as possible.

 

Biking to work is an ideal way to exercise and stay relaxed. This is best if your commute is 30 minutes or less and you have somewhere to store the bike at work. Judge if this is a good change for you based on how safe the route would be. You don't need an expensive bike, but you should invest in a helmet and reflective tape. Buy a cyclist's hand-signal guide and follow these directions carefully. You may want to buy a backpack or messenger bag that is easy to carry, and bring a change of shoes for work.

 

Walking to work once or twice a week will not only help you stay fit and save on travel expenses, but it is also a great way to relieve stress and unwind after a busy day at work day or two of every week. Map out your route to work, and if it is 5km or less, experiment with walking to work in shoes with good support to ensure that you don’t pick up any injuries. 

 

Park further away from the building. Although this is usually seen as a bad thing, if you are in a safe enough area, park a few hundred meters (or as far as you think appropriate) away from your office, you will get an extra mile of walking into your schedule each day.

 

Implement exercises while you wait for your ride or bus. Do calf raises, where you lift yourself onto your toes and hold the position for 10 seconds. You can also balance on 1 foot or the other for 30 seconds, and raise yourself up on your toes for the last 10 seconds.

 

Citiliner offers semi-luxury bus trips all over South Africa in stylish coaches, at some of the most affordable rates on the market. To find out more about how to book a trip, or for route and timetable information to any of Citiliner’s destinations, including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, East London, Maputo and many more, visit the website or contact the 24 hour customer care line on 083 915 9000.

Citiliner How to aid back pain on a trip.

 

As with all types of pain, back pain is commonly caused by constant stress. This becomes a problem when we commute, and since we have recently started communing much further on average, it seems that the tension levels will begin rising steadily again as we go on. To avoid painful situations and back or neck problems, there are a few minor steps you can take to ensure that you are both as relaxed and as ergonomically supported as possible.

 

Firstly, if your seat is not comfortable enough for going the distance, see if using a seat cushion or lumbar support helps. You can also support your lumbar region by rolling up a towel or a similar material based object to the thickness of your forearm and tucking it into the space where the small of your back meets the seat.

 

The tension of driving in rush hour traffic sends your shoulders toward your ears. To combat this, roll your shoulders, loosen your grip on the wheel and spread out your fingers. Since most people hold tension in their neck and back, keep yours relaxed by stretching your neck from side to side when you’re safely stopped. Take advantage of sitting at a red light by doing shoulder shrugs and rolls, changing your sitting position, and stretching a bit.

 

Make it a habit to use your headrest rather than craning your head forward to focus on the road.

 

Give yourself at least five minutes of additional time before leaving the house to relieve some of the stress associated with commuting so if there is a delay you won’t feel the pressure or concern of being late.

 

Finally, before you begin your commute, take a few minutes to stretch and eliminate any stiffness in your arms, legs and torso. If you’ve had a stressful ride, stretch again and take a few deep breathes to get “centered” before starting your work day.

Citiliner Facebook App

 

 

 

Since most people use Facebook on almost a daily basis now, being able to book tickets and buy products straight from a Facebook page is something that helps tremendously.

 

Citiliner South Africa now features a handy App on the Facebook home page that provides the client with any information they might possibly need. Once you have clicked on the Citiliner app icon (which is the last link to the right of your screen, just beneath the Citiliner cover photo), you will be able to choose from one of five tabs, including the Home button (that lets you fill out your information to sign up for special offers), the ‘Support’ tab, which lets you read through a list of FAQ’s regarding Citiliners products and services,  “Bookings’ which allows you to book your ticket straight from Facebook, the ‘Timetable’ which gives you detailed lists of departure and arrival times, and finally the ‘Specials’ page which gives you information on any special offers that are running at that particular moment.

 

Citiliner is one of the most successful and recognized semi luxury bus service companies in the world. Citiliner South Africa offers bus routes that range between provinces, cities and even countries. The biggest international bus routes offered by Citiliner include South Africa to Zimbabwe, as well as frequent trips between Johannesburg and various other cities in SA. 

 

For more information on Citiliner South Africa and the routes available from your city, visit the Citiliner South Africa website and find your area.

Dealing with Asthma Attacks on a bus

 

 

Asthma attacks are generally considered minor threats, if maintained properly, and are treated timeously and with the right medication or methods. However, there may come a point where, when stuck on a long bus journey, a passenger may suffer from an attack. This happens for a number of reasons, and at certain times, it cannot be helped. During a long bus journey, there are generally limited resources available to help the situation. This is why it is important to know how to treat it as effectively as possible (especially as a bus driver, who may be exposed to these situations at any time). The following are a few tips (adapted from the healthcare procedural manual for School bus drivers in Minnesota, USA:

 

• Remain calm and reassure the person

• Have them sit up and breathe evenly, breathing in through nose, and breathing out with pursed lips.

• If an asthma episode is suspected, give sips of room temperature water (if available).

• Elevate arms to shoulder level and provide support for the arms (back of seat).

• Notify the bus dispatcher.

• Give medication if ordered and available (most sufferers carry asthma inhalers with them).

 

Call emergency service personnel if:

 

▪ Lips are blue or nail beds are blue

▪ The person is having difficulty talking, walking or drinking

▪ “Quick relief” or “reliever” medication (inhaled reliever such

▪ as albuterol) is ineffective, unavailable, or used too recently to repeat.

▪ You see neck, throat, or chest retractions (Sucking in of the skin between

▪ There is nasal flaring when inhaling

 

Citiliner offers semi-luxury bus trips all over South Africa in stylish coaches, at some of the most affordable rates on the market. To find out more about how to book a trip, or for route and timetable information to any of Citiliner’s destinations, including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, East London, Maputo and many more, visit the website or contact the 24 hour customer care line on 083 915 9000.