Curriculum Vitae : Mercédes Westbrook
Mercédes Westbrook E: mercedes@firehorsemedia.co.za As a qualified and proficient journalist, I have enjoyed an extensive career in the media publishing arena in my role as both an Editor and a Managing Editor responsible for producing 22 titles per annum, working...
Hayward’s Grand Safari Company wins big at the Sanlam Top Destination Awards 2017
Caption: mage: (L-R) Representing Hayward’s Grand Safari Company on the night and seen here receiving the award is publicist Mercédes Westbrook of Firehorse Media with Michela Balpiaz, owner of Ayama Wines and wine sponsor of the evening, together with celebrity...
Africa’s Top Chartered Incentive Destination: See the Big 5 from your Doorstep
BusinessEventsAfrica/Sept19/Advertorial Bespoke safari outfitter Peter Hayward is justifiably proud to carry the international title of ‘World’s Best’ by the World Travel Awards bequeathed to his two-decade mobile, and undoubtedly 5-star luxury, tented safari camps in...
The Productivity to Just Be
The Year 2021 started with a whimper for most... It was out of pure habit that I visited my local stationer and bought my new calendar diary to transfer my most important dates. I use the blank white pages of my still shiny 2020 diary to take notes while on the phone;...
Hayward’s Grand Safari Company commends Mercedes Westbrook
We have seen a significant increase in publicity across all social media, print articles and editorials, to get our company into the limelight where due.
How 5 Things Will Change the Way You Approach Public Relations
Trump is an example of public relations gone bad backed by a brilliant content marketing strategy which has had a knock-on effect of garnering him massive public support.
Karoo Artists of the Swartberg’s quaint village of Prince Albert
Turn left off Prince Albert’s main Church Street up an unpretentious gravel road named Magrieta Prinsloo Road, Skaapies Einde and you might think you are driving into Karoo scrubland populated only by peacefully grazing sheep; after all Skaapies Einde means Sheep’s...
Incentives to Africa: Kruger to Cape Town Safari Expeditions
Incentive professionals understand the importance of rewarding employees in order to drive productivity. It is also their responsibility and challenge to find the most rewarding destination with which to motivate and excite incentive participants – one that provides...
5 Bucket List Private Safari Destinations to Choose From
Always wanted to go on an authentic luxury safari into the heart of wild Africa? Here are 5 top bucket list safari destination choices to decide on whether you’re planning a private family heritage safari event or a big group corporate incentive to motivate and reward...
BEST LITERARY AND FILM REFERENCES TO PREPARE YOU FOR A 5-STAR SAFARI IN SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa is a vast and diverse landscape encompassing a rich cultural history. International safari travelers to its world class wildlife reserves and heritage sites are always curious regarding both is past dynamics as well as the country’s modern-day political...
Go Closer – Slow Down – Be Here Now
Captured by the quality of natural light available, the atmosphere of stillness, exposed human emotions and the character of its ancient landscape, Botha says, “In slowing down my life, my senses were sharpened. I was able to see again, to smell, to hear, to taste and to feel, almost as if for the first time.”
2019 Interior Design Art Trends to Radically Inspire You!
In 2019, art lovers and home interior decorators follow the latest visual trends from around the globe turning away from a one-size-fits-all art design and décor movement to deliver radical personalisation – putting you squarely in the spotlight. This couldn’t be more...