Mark Pilgrim unpacks

July 7th, 2008
From radio personality to television presenter, Mark Pilgrim has done it all. We chat to him about his globetrotting experiences...
He was adventurous as the co-host of Big Brother, but this time round he's set to be cool, calm and collected as the host of M-net's new game show Power of 10 - due to air on August 3 at 8pm.
Gotravel24.Com: As a popular radio and television personality, does it bother you being recognised while on holiday?
Mark Pilgrim: "Not at all as it's normally not intrusive. Most people say hi and then carry on walking past. It's part of the job really. If a celeb doesn't like it, they should get out of the industry.
Are you a bush baby, eco adventurer, extreme thrill-seeker, beach bandit, or five-star freak?
"I am a mix of two... I am a five-star beach freak.
Local is lekker when you find yourself in...
"Any SA restaurant after being overseas. Our restaurant food and service is tops.
My favourite hangout in the global village is...
"I love Mauritius (been four times in the last year). It's a relatively short flight, unless there's a delay!
Your travel nightmare would have to be...
"Delayed on yet another SAA flight.
Your dream getaway would see you...
"Back home in England, visiting my dad in Essex. He lives in a quaint village with flowers lining the roads.
Travelling in style is...
"A necessity. Thank heavens for voyager miles!
Are you a walking holiday itinerary or a spontaneous relaxation rebel?
"Holidays for me are about putting my feet up and reading a good book. I am not a sightseer.
Have you had or made any mile-high club propositions?
"I am a hygiene freak, I will barely pee in a plane loo, let alone do anything else!
Your ideal travel companion is...
"My wife.
You never travel without your...
"PDA (I've answered your questionnaire on my phone at the airport waiting to board a flight to Ghana).
Tip to make and not break the holiday...
"Don't think about currency conversions when overseas!
What keeps you coming back for more...
"Nothing beats immersing yourself in different cultures to realise how much is out there (Americans should try it!)."
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Who cares?
Reading about Mark Pilgrim's trip to his friend's wedding subsidised by gotravel24.com is enough to put anyone to sleep. How many articles on this do you want to publish? A few more to cover his hotel costs?
Flat rate!
Mark, thanks for your time and we wish you a speedy recovery!