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  • Cape Town In 48 Hours
    So you’re in Cape Town on a whistle-stop tour and want to try squeeze as much of the Mother City as possible into your 48 hours?

    You could spend a year in this beautiful city and still not have seen and experienced all it has to offer, but let’s see what we can do to make sure you don’t miss out on the ‘Must Sees’ - especially for first-timers.

    The idea of this itinerary is to whet your appetite so that you return as soon as possible to do Cape Town full justice!

    On...
  • Township Tours
    Visitors to South Africa can enjoy a wide variety of tours and safaris – viewing everything from whales to the Big Five, touring wine farms and engaging in a spectacular range of adventure, sport and leisure activities.

    Something that is unique to the country however is the emergence of the ‘Township Tour’. Townships are the informal settlement residential areas of South Africa which developed over the apartheid era. Since the dawn of democracy in 1994 township tourism has...
  • Tour South Africa
    If you want to tour South Africa you are not alone. This can be one of the most exhilarating and interesting vacations that you ever go on. But before you get too far ahead of yourself, consider what you will need to do before you start your tour of South Africa. There are many details that you should consider so that you get the most out of your experience.

    The most important detail is how you are going to get around the area. Many people rely on tour buses or guided tour...
  • Holiday In Cape Town
    If you are interested in one of the top vacation destinations in the world, Cape Town may be right for you. The great thing about a holiday in Cape Town is that you can have tons of fun regardless of how much your budget may be. Whether you are interested in a cheap holiday or a luxurious getaway, Cape Town has something to offer.

    First things first; if you are going to vacation in Cape Town you need to find lodging. Luckily, this is never too big of a problem. There are m...
  • Learn English In Beautiful Cape Town, South Africa
    There’s no escaping the fact that learning to communicate in English is almost imperative in the modern world today. English IS, for better or worse, the international business language. For young school-leavers in countries where it is not the first language, studying English is often a major step towards becoming employed – either in their own countries in companies that work online with international clientele, or abroad if they wish to travel and work globally.

    While t...
  • Cape Town Film Production
    South Africa’s beautiful Mother City, Cape Town has become increasingly popular as a film location in recent years. The unmistakable Cape scenery can be seen as backdrops for advertisements, movies and television programs the world over.

    It is becoming quite usual for local Capetonians to spot Hollywood stars out and about at the Cape’s luxury hotels, funky cocktail bars and cafes and even relaxing on the exquisite white beaches of the uber-trendy Atlantic Seaboard. Many f...
  • Weddings In Cape Town
    Congratulations! Can I see the ring? Have you set a date yet?

    Where are you going to get married?

    One of the first questions newly engaged couples get asked is about the location and venue of The Big Day. The bride will soon be deciding on her wedding gown and the groom will be thinking of the honeymoon – but the choice of venue is generally of equal importance to both parties.

    More and more couples are choosing to travel abroad for their wedding. This not only solve...
  • Top 10 Safety Tips For Cape Town Visitors
    Don’t let the bad press about South African crime put you off visiting the beautiful city of Cape Town! Follow these simple safety guidelines and look forward to a fun, incident-free vacation in one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations.

    1.Don’t walk around late at night unless you keep to well-lit places like the Waterfront and Camps Bay. Rather take a (decent) taxi than risk being mugged in a dark side street after nightfall.

    2.Don’t accept help from a stra...
  • Top 5 Most Romantic Cities In The World
    Whether you’re trying to find a vacation location to wow your new love, looking for a dream honeymoon destination or celebrating your 20th anniversary, here are the Top 5 Most Romantic Cities in the World to simplify your search.

    Coming in at Number 5…. PARIS, FRANCE

    It’s cliché, but you cannot leave the City of Love, Paris, off the list. People would complain. Especially French people. Although its ‘cheesy’ factor puts it at the bottom of our top 5 list, you cannot arg...
  • Big Five Animals In South Africa
    The term ‘Big Five’ originated among the hunters of a bygone era to describe not the largest of the animals that they hunted, but the most dangerous.

    These are lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhinoceros. Every one of these animals has a reputation for pursuing its attacker with intent to kill. Perhaps the most persistent is the buffalo, which will ceaselessly pursue his aggressor, making hunting a life-or-death experience for the hunted and the hunter!

    All of these...
  • Top 3 Cities In South Africa
    While South Africa is dotted with a number of urban centers, there can be little doubt that the top three SA cities are Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town.

    Each of these cities has a unique character that draws different types of people.

    See which one appeals the most to you!

    Johannesburg / Jo’burg / Jozi

    For young, vibey, fast-paced living.

    The pulsing city with a heart of pure gold, Johannesburg is known as Egoli (place of gold), Jo’burg, and today also carr...
  • 5 Best Party Beaches In The World
    The idea of partying on the beach is universally appealing, conjuring up images of dancing from sunset to sunrise on golden sands, with bonfires, great music, crashing waves and cocktails in the mix.

    From Ibiza to Miami, there are as many types of beach parties as there are party-people looking for a good time. From down and dirty dancing to celebrity-spotting socializing, read on for the 5 best party beaches in the world!

    IBIZA, SPAIN

    The name Ibiza has been synonym...
  • 10 Attractions You Can’t Miss When Visiting Cape Town – South Africa
    1. Table Mountain

    Table Mountain is arguably the most iconic image of Cape Town. Standing at the top should top everyone’s list of ‘things to do before you die’. Take the leisurely route in the slowly revolving cable car, or alternately hike to the top. Either way you won’t regret it when you get to enjoy the sight of Cape Town and surrounds from the Table top!

    2. V & A Waterfront

    Situated at the Cape Town Harbour basin, the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront is the most...
  • Top 10 Attractions In Africa
    1. MOUNT KILIMINJARO – TANZANIA

    The highest mountain on the African continent, ‘Kili’ measures an astounding 19,340 feet at her highest point. The challenge to climb this majestic mountain has lured many to scale her heights, a demanding but worthwhile ascent by most accounts. Kili, which has five distinct ecological zones, is an extinct volcano.

    2. OKAVANGO DELTA - BOTSWANA

    The champagne-coloured waterways of this famous floodplain form the basis of a pristine Wetla...

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