Independent information, facts and advice about South Africa for British tourists planning a holiday in the "Rainbow Nation". Everyone who visits South Africa is captivated by this beautiful country.<br><br>You have not lived until you have experienced a South African thunderstorm, smelt the wet earth in your nostrils, felt the warm drops of rain pelting your skin, and then watched the rainbow from across the plains.<br><br>Sipping a new world wine, watching the sun set as you've never seen it before, staying to see the moon rise, for the first time realising just how many stars there are in the endless sky.<br>A harsh land, an unforgiving land, yes, but most of all, a land that will reward your senses and your soul to an unimaginable degree.<br><br>Let South Africa show you life as it began and how it is meant to be…
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how far ahead is south africa
South Africa is a country located at the southern tip of Africa. It is the 25th-largest country in the world by land area, and with close to 56 million people, is the world’s 24th-most populous nation. The World Bank classifies South Africa as an upper-middle-income economy, and a newly industrialised country. Its economy is the […]
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how much money to take to south africa for 2 weeks
Assuming you would like tips for travelling to South Africa on a budget, here are a few things to consider that will help you make the most of your money. Although the costs can add up, with a little bit of planning you can easily travel on a tight budget. Transportation: The best way to […]
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Queenstown
Queenstown, founded in 1853, was originally a military outpost designed to protect the British settlers from attack during the time of the Frontier wars. The town was laid out around a central hexagon, which was to be the lager to which the citizens would flee in time of trouble. Although still a distinguishing feature of […]
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Hiking Trails
Click here to see a map of the North West Boe Boes Nest Trail Situated on the edge of the Elands River gorge near Koster, this trail is really worth visiting even if hiking is not your main interest. The Elands River flows strongly even during the driest times of the year and there is […]
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how to avoid crime in south africa
South Africa is renowned for its high levels of crime, with murder, rape and robbery being some of the most common crimes committed. However, there are a number of ways that visitors to the country can avoid becoming victims of crime. The first step is to be aware of the areas which are most prone […]