516 graded hotels in South Africa The Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGC) has praised the country for its “sophisticated and well-developed” tourism infrastructure. With 516 graded hotels in the Rainbow Nation, there is a wide range of accommodation on offer from “cheerful and affordable single-star guest houses and inns to luxurious 5-star graded lodges and hotels”, explained the « Continue Reading »
City Sightseeing buses coming to Jozi South Africa’s most populous city, Johannesburg, is to get its first hop-on hop-off sightseeing buses. The iconic red City Sightseeing buses, which already operate in 100 cities on six continents around the world, will offer commentary in 17 languages as they make their way around Jozi, as it is known locally. It will create « Continue Reading »
Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site plans fossil casting Although it might be South Africa’s smallest province, Gauteng packs a big punch in the world of fossils thanks to the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site located just outside Johannesburg. Attractions at the 47,000 hectare site include the world famous Sterkfontein Caves, at which in 1947 Dr Robert Broom found « Continue Reading »
Durban’s beaches will suit all holidaymakers. The wide choice of beaches on offer in Durban make it a perfect choice for those planning a holiday in South Africa who want to spend some time relaxing on the sand. Durban receives around 320 days of sunshine per year and is home to beaches suitable for a wide range of activities. Addington « Continue Reading »
Vist Port Elizabeth, on the Eastern Cape’s frontier line. South Africa’s fifth largest city, Port Elizabeth remains something of a hidden gem for tourists, nestled in the exquisite Mandela Bay of the Eastern Cape. Known as the Windy City, it has plenty of activities to keep tourists entertained, including day trips to game lodges and a visit to the fantastic « Continue Reading »
Take a trip to Seaview Lion Park and watch the rare white lions. The Seaview Lion Park can be found on the Eastern Cape’s Sunshine Coast, just a short drive west of Port Elizabeth. Spread across 120 acres, this offers visitors one of the best opportunities anywhere in South Africa to study the king of the jungle up close. These « Continue Reading »
South Africa’s Kruger National Park is the ideal place to see the Big 5 in their natural habitat. A trip to Kruger National Park may be ideal for those who want to get in touch with nature while on holiday in South Africa. One of the largest game reserves in the country, it offers the chance to see the Big « Continue Reading »