Accommodation in South Africa

If you decide to go on holiday in South Africa and you book thru a accommodation website - you don't always get whats on the photos... that is a fact.

I have recently visited Salt Rock - Kwazulu Natal and was fortunate enough to stay in the most beautiful self-catering cottagesk right on the beach.

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2010 Soccer World Cup – South Africa

South Africa has been upgrading its infrastructure since winning the bid to host the Soccer World Cup in 2010. These upgrades includes its railway and public transport systems and a new high speed train between Johannesburg, Pretoria and OR Tambo International Airport – the Gautrain; upgrades to the international airport terminals and also to the smaller national airports to an estimated value of R5.6 million.
New stadiums have are being build and others upgraded. There will be 10 stadiums for the Soccer World Cup.

The 10 stadiums for the soccer world cup:
• Soccer City - Johannesburg
• Ellis Park - Johannesburg
• King's Park Stadium - Durban
• Free State Stadium - Bloemfontein
• Green Point Stadium - Cape Town
• Mbombela Stadium - Nelspruit
• Peter Mokaba Stadium – Polokwane or the old Pietersburg
• Nelson Mandela stadium - PE Metro
• Loftus Versfeld - Pretoria
• Royal Bafokeng – Rustenburg

Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg

Weather wreaks havoc at South African Airport

On 16 November 2007 freak storms wreaked havoc to scheduled flights – leaving passengers stranded at Johannesburg International (or O.R TAMBO) airport in South Africa.

The 16th started out overcast and cold – not normal for a South African summer’s day. Traffic from Johannesburg’s northern suburbs towards the airport was slow from 3pm already – my car barely reached the 20km per hour mark. By 5pm a hailstorm hit Johannesburg and effectively halted all incoming and outgoing flights. Commuters on their way to the airport were forced to drive extremely slow or pull over as visibility was poor.

During the hailstorm in the airport building, the flight information boards started showing planes that should’ve landed being delayed. Then the dreaded departures delayed signs started coming up... and a long waiting period for would be passengers started.

Read more here.

Salt Rock accommodation

We arrived at the Seaside Lodge bed & breakfast quite late and the owners stayed up to welcome us. After we booked in, we we’re led up a set of stairs to the top floor where our room was situated. Our unit had its own 20+ square metre balcony with picnic table.

The door opened on a spacious room with tasteful decor of yellows, whites and blues. The bathroom was dolled up with a deep metal Victorian style bath tub and everything else in wood.

Read the full article here.

Travel Information

General South Africa Information:
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Read about the Augrabies Falls National Park here
Read more about venues to get married at in South Africa
Read more about Ghosts in South Africa
Read more about the Big 5 in South Africa
Read more about crime and how it affects South Africa


South African Culture:
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Read more about the Venda tribe in South Africa
Read more about culture and cultural activities in the Limpopo Province
Read more about culture in Polowane
Read more about culture in Gauteng
Read more about South African bands


Sports and South Africa:
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Read more about the Rugby World Cup winners 2007
Read more about the 2010 Soccer World Cup in South Africa


Monuments and history of South Africa:
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Read more about Jock of the Bushveld
Read more about Voortrekker Monument, Pretoria - South Africa
Read more about the Koeksister Monument in Orania and South African sweets
Read more about South African history


Accommodation South Africa:
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Read more about Gordon's Bay accommodation
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South African cuisine:
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Read more about South African food
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Read more about restaurants in Johannesburg
Read more about great restaurants in Johannesburg
Read more about restaurants in Polokwane


Travel Tips South Africa:
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Read more about travelling with kids
Read more about important information about South Africa that all tourists should know
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Read more about car rental in South Africa
Read more about travelling to Johannesburg


North West Province Information:
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Read more about Lesedi Cultural Village near Sun City



Kwazulu Natal Information:
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Read more about The Drakensberg and the highest pub in the world
Read more about Salt Rock - Kwazulu Natal
Read more about Durban - Kwazulu Natal
Read more about Kwazulu Natal and what to do and see there
Read more about Ballito - Kwazulu Natal
Read more about Margate - Kwazulu Natal


Information on the Cape Provinces:
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Read more about The Hell (or Gamkaskloof) in South Africa
Read more about Sutherland in South Africa
Read more about Northern Cape routes and sights
Read more about towns in the Western Cape Province
Read more about Gordon's Bay accommodation
Read more about Simons Town near Cape Town


Limpopo & Mpumalanga Information:
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Read more about the Limpopo Province
Read more about Mooketsi - Limpopo Province
Read more about a train ride in the Limpopo Province
Read more about culture and cultural activities in the Limpopo Province
Read more about how to travel through Limpopo
Read more about inland holiday spots like Die Eiland
Read more about the land of the silver mist in Limpopo
Read more about the Valley of the Elephants
Read more about
Read more about restaurants in Polokwane
Read more about culture in Polowane
Read more about game reserves in Polokwane
Read more about the capricorn line
Read more about accommodation in Mpumalanga
Read more about Marloth Park, South Africa
Read more about Komatipoort
Read more about casinos in Limpopo
Read more about Hiking in Mpumalanga
Read more about hotels in Polokwane
Read more about health spas in Limpopo
Read more about Modjadji, the Rain Queen


Johannesburg & Gauteng Information:
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Read more about restaurants in Johannesburg
Read more about Johannesburg weather
Read more about Gold Reef City, Johannesburg
Read more about cricket at the Wanderers in Johannesburg
Read more about spending new year in Johannesburg
Read more about the nightlife and clubbing in Johannesburg
Read more about travelling to Johannesburg
Read more about great restaurants in Johannesburg
Read more about the Lion Park near Fourways, Johannesburg
Read more about culture in Gauteng
Read more about the national botanical gardens in Johannesburg
Read more about Voortrekker Monument, Pretoria - South Africa


General Africa Information:
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Read more about beaches in and around South Africa
Read more about a small town called Springbok in Namibia
Read more about travel tips for Namibia
Read more about Sossusvlein in Namibia
Read more about the waterfalls in Zambia
Read more about travel tips for Zambia
Read more about what to do and see in Zambia
Read more about national parks in Zambia (1)
Read more about national parks in Zambia (2)
Read more about Markets in the SADC
Read more about Mombasa
Read more about Ai Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier National Park
Read more about travel tips for tanzania
Read more about Nungwi (Zanzibar)
Read more about how to behave in African countries
Read more about activities in Swaziland
Read more about skiing in Lesotho
Read more about hiking in Lesotho
Read more about travel tips for Lesotho
Read more about fishing in Lesotho
Read more about Lesotho
Read more about the Giriyondo border into Greater Limpopo Transfrontier Park

Sutherland

When in Sutherland take advantage of the high elevation and remoteness and enjoy some stargazing of your own. Amateur astronomers should either book a stargazing tour through the Sutherland Tourism Information Centre or if you are staying at the Kambrokind Guest house you can gaze through the owner's telescope after dinner. The Sutherland Observatory houses the larges telescope in the southern hemisphere, the Southern African Largest Telescope (SALT). The construction of this telescope was a joint initiative between the governments and academic institutions of South Africa, Poland, USA and Germany. It was decided that it would be placed in Sutherland on account of its dark skies, the distance from the bright lights of the city and its pollution free air. You can go on a tour of the observatory daily except on Fridays.

{Read more aboutSutherland in South Africa}

The Drakensberg

The majestic uKhahlamba (meaning the Barrier of Spears) The Drakensberg is home to the second highest waterfall in the world and also have the highest pub in Africa.

uKhlahlamba Drakensberg Park was proclaimed a World Heritage site in 2000. It is only two hours by car from Durban to the Berg and four hours from Johannesburg. All of the roads that lead to the Drakensberg resorts are suitable for two wheel drive vehicles. In the southern Drakensberg there is a ski resort called Tiffindell which is open from late May to Early September. Tiffindell gets sometimes as much as 2.5 metres of snow during good years. The most well known national park in the Drakensberg is the Royal Natal National Park where the Amphitheatre can be seen. It contains the source of the Tugela River, and includes the 947 m high Tugela Falls, the second highest waterfall on earth. But it is the Central Drakensberg that offers tourists the best access to bushman rock art Kamberg and the largest range of hiking trails.

{Read more aboutNamibia here}

Kaross - Letsitele

Kaross is definitely worth a visit. It is in the Letsitele valley started in 1989. Kaross is an embroidery initiative that started five Shangaan embroiders and Irma van Rooyen, a visual artist, as creative director and founder. Sitting on a Kaross(which is a blanket) the ladies started creating works of art own to themselves and their cultural background. The objective was to create pieces of excellent quality, and a fresh approach to handwork. Over the past years Kaross became the voice of 1000+ Shangaan people and their communities in the Letsitele/Giyani area of the Limpopo Province. Kaross is re-writing a culture by exploring its heritage and re-applying it to modern, marketable products and artworks.
{Read more aboutKaross in the Letsitele valley}

To Hell and back - Gamkaskloof

If you've never been to Gamkaskloof you have never experienced HELL!

Gamkaskloof can be reached from Oudtshoorn by following the Cango Caves road. Turn off towards the scenic Swartberg Pass. It will take you approximately 2½ - three hours (100 km) from Oudtshoorn to the Hel". The Kloof can also be reached via the picturesque town of Prince Albert, via the Swartberg Pass. to the turn-off to Gamkaskloof approximately 25km from Prince Albert. Gamkaskloof is approximately 1½ - 2 hours (65km) from Prince Albert.

Near The Top on the Swartberg pass, a signboard will direct you to Gamkaskloof. The turnoff is approximately 50km from Oudtshoorn and 25km from Prince Albert.
{Read more aboutThe Hell in South Africa}

Springbok and surrounding area Namibia

Springbok is set amongst the Klein Koperberge and is the Capital of the Namakwa Region of the Northern Cape. Originally known as Springbokfontein, after the many antelope that visited this area, it was shorted to Springbok in 1911. The town was laid out in 1862 and it developed around a small hillock in the middle of this valley.
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Augrabies Falls National Park

The word Augrabies is derived from the Khoi word meaning place of great noise; these falls are the sixth larges in the world. This is also were the Orange River is at its most powerful.

Few sights are as awesome or a sound as deafening as water thundering down the 56m Augrabies Waterfall when the Orange River is in full flood.

When going to Augrabies do expect hot summers and cold nights during winter. Expect to get wet during January to April as this is the rainy season. But the best time to visit will be during March to October because this is the most pleasant months in the park.
{Read the rest of this article about the Augrabies here}

Zambia - all you need to know

Read about what to do in Zambia here.


Zambia has got quite a number of waterfalls. IN THE NORTH KUNDALILA FALLS It means cooing dove, Kundalila is the culmination of the Kaombe River cascading 70m off the Muchinga escarpment. You can go swimming
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There are nineteen national parks in Zambia, although a few of them are not maintained and so contain no facilities and few animals. Others have high concentrations of animals and are popular with tourists, while two or three are world-famous.
Read about more Zambia's National Parks
Read about more Zambia's animals and National Parks

Want to get Married in South Africa?

When it comes to wedding venues, most people aim for romantic venues, interesting attractions and unusual places - the Drakensberg has all of that and more. Any bride will find in the Drakensberg what she is looking for to make her wedding day a fairy tale come true. The Drakensberg caters for all wedding requests. There are many chapels to choose from, rose farms where you can get the perfect rose, florists with flair for beauty, photographers that will go to the top of the Drakensberg for the ideal photo setting. Hairdressers and make-up artists. Even the arrival of the bride at the church can be like no where else, in a horse and carriage, vintage car, helicopter or even a camel. The reception can be at one of the bigger hotels that cater for the delicate tastes of the guest or even a picnic in the mountain.

wedding venues in South Africa

Namibia

Namibia was previously colonized by the Germans and was known as South West Africa. It is bordered by South Africa in the south, Angola and Zambia in the north and bordered in the east by Botswana and Zimbabwe.
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Sossusvlei is one of Southern Namibia's most popular tourist destinations in the heart of the Namib Desert, is a huge clay pan, enclosed by giant sand dunes. The word "vlei" is an Afrikaans word that means "marsh" and Sossusvlei is in a small valley between the dunes which sometimes gets snow! It is well known for its colossal dunes that vary in colour from red to apricot to orange. They are at their highest where the Tsauchob river flows into the vlei and once the rains(and this does not happen very often) fill the main pan you can catch a glimpse of flamingos and other bird species in the area.
read rest of this informative article on Namibia & Sossusvlei

Koeksister Monument

There is a koeksister monument in Orania (a town in South Africa)! Yes, you read it right, a monument for the yummy koeksister!

Read the whole story here >

Limpopo

Limpopo is on the surface broad and boundless, a landscape tanning itself in the heat of the African sun. If you look beyond this you will find the ancient lands, attested by Makapansgat Caves near Mokopane (Potgietersrus) just two hours from Gauteng and an ideal stopover point en route to Botswana or Zimbabwe or even the Kruger National Park) and then the past lives on in the baobab which is considered the upside down tree uprooted and cast back to earth by angry gods.

Limpopo can offer the tourists a variety of experiences that only a few other destinations can match, its got everything from mountainous splendor, winding rivers and wildlife to cultural heritage sites, traditional food and adrenalin rushing adventures throughout the year.


Limpopo, the alive with possibilities

South African Heritage Sites

South Africa has no less than eight of the 812 heritage sites. South Africa has got a diverse culture, history and spectacular natural resources and wildlife.

Cultural

* Fossil Hominid Sites of Sterkfontein, Swartkrans, Kromdraai, and Environs (1999)
* Mapungubwe Cultural Landscape (2003)
* Robben Island (1999)
* Richtersveld Cultural and Botanical Landscape (2007)


Read about the heritage sites in South Africa

Ai Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier National Park

This park does a lot to preserve this bio-diverse area even if it looks like a desert at first glance. It looks desolate but look carefully and you will see that this park is home to a range of animal species. Don't try to enter the park without your 4x4 vehicle or at least a vehicle with high clearances such as a minibus or van because you are going to pick up some real trouble. Before you enter the park get admission and overnight permits at the park office at Sendelingsdrift.

Rugged kloofs, high mountains and dramatic landscapes that sweep away inland from the Orange River tell you that you are now in the vast mountain desert that is the Ai-Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier National Park.


Read about the Ai Ais Richtersveld Transfrontier National Park

Shiluvari Lakeside Lodge

Shiluvari Lakeside Lodge is situated on the banks of the Albasini Dam overlooking the Soutpansberg Mountains. This is a good base to start exploring the Venda country with all its myths and legends. The lodge is set in the middle of a rich heritage of Venda and Shangaan culture, and showcases the Open Africa Ribolla Arts Route of which the world renowned Venda "big five' artists can be found. For the more adventurous you can visit these artists on a self-drive basis or make use of one of the accredited guides from the Ribolla Tourism - The Ribolla Route is named after the uniquely shaped mountain in the Makhado District the Ribolla Route showcases the talents of its artistic inhabitants, dancers, storytellers, gardeners and singers.

The lodge was once the old farmhouse and it is beautifully changed into an intimate lounge and restaurant that overlooks the dam. In winter you can curl up in front of the fireplace.


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Haenertsburg

Haenertsburg is a picturesque village between Polokwane and Tzaneen. This village originated as a gold rush town in 1887 and remains of the old workings can still be seen today. This area is surrounded by crystal clear mountain air, mountain peaks, tumbling waterfalls, tranquil lakes and magnificent indigenous forests.

There are several hiking tails in the area where you could quietly walk and maybe encounter some antelope, bush pigs, baboons, samango monkeys or even the rare caracal cat. The bird life is abundant and therefore it is famous as a bird watchers paradise.

Read more about Haenertsburg.

Kwazulu Natal

Well what can I say other than that the coast of Natal is a surfer's paradise! There are ride able waves everywhere, including hollow beach breaks, points (mainly right-handers) and a few classic reef breaks. The water temperature is warm all year round. On hot days in summer and winter you will be quite comfortable surfing in baggies. The most consistent surf is to be found in the winter months, from May through to August, mainly due to the cold fronts that sweep up the coast from the Cape, bringing solid six to eight-foot swells. In these conditions all the point breaks along the coast will be firing. You will find good clean surf most mornings during winter as a gentle land breeze blows straight off-shore. In summer the swell tends to be a bit smaller with fun surf available at the many beach breaks. In summer the best time to surf at this time of the year is during light south-westerlies or early in the morning before the north-eastern starts to blow.

Read the full article about what to do in Natal

Other great articles to read about South Africa:

• Need to rent a car while on holiday in South Africa? Read this article about car rental.


• Read the full article about what to do in Natal


• Durban,Salt Rock, Ballito or Margate on the Kwazulu Natal coast – South Africa.

2010 soccer in South Africa

Get ready for the 2010 soccer World Cup in South Africa – because the cup is staying in South Africa – or so we hope.

Get your Vuvuzela now, because when you step into a soccer stadium in South Africa you don’t want to be caught without a Vuvuzela. The home crowd has them already… ready to make it bellow out their support for the Bafana Bafana - ready to drown out any opponent’s supporters cries of encouragement.

Read this article about the 2010 soccer world cup in South Africa here

Salt Rock , The Beach Cottages - South Africa

Arriving at the self-catering cottages for my annual pre-December getaway break I was pleasantly surprised to find that these holiday rental cottages are situated right on the beach.

The vacation rental establishment is situated right on Salt Rock’s Beach. The accommodation offered consists of small rondawels or cottages. This is self catering accommodation units.
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This was my first time staying in Salt Rock and I must admit – I really liked this little town on the Kwazulu Natal North Coast (or Dolphin Coast) with its pristine beaches, relaxed atmosphere and the warm Indian Ocean to swim in.

Where is Salt Rock?
• Salt Rock is about 40 minutes’ drive from Durban’s International Airport on the North Coast (or Dolphin Coast).
•It is about 10km after Ballito.

Read the rest of the article here >

Other great articles to read about South Africa:
- Need to rent a car while on holiday in South Africa? Read this article about car rental.
- Durban, Ballito or Margate on the Kwazulu Natal coast – South Africa.

Beaches in Southern Africa

Jeffrey's Bay - South Africa

Also known as J-Bay is in the Eastern Cape. It has beautiful beaches with over 400 types of seashells to be found on the shoreline. Remember it is illegal to take any seashells with you. If you are lucky you can get a glimpse of some whales, dolphins and maybe some penguins. The main attraction in Jeffrey's is definitely surfing. Jeffreys is one of the five most famous surfing destinations in the world and hosts the annual Billabong Pro WCT surfing event at Supertubes during July. Spectators and surfers from all over the world flock to this event, which can be viewed, live over the internet and various television channels. Boneyards, SuperTubes, MagnaTubes, Impossibles, Tubes, Point, and Kitchen Windows are all famous surf spots located in Jeffreys Bay. Surfing is especially good during the winter months of June, July, and August.


Medjumbe Island - Mozambique

This is only one of many islands that make up the Quirimbas Archipelago in northern Mozambique, close to the St Lazarus Banks. This island is most notable for its exclusivity and privacy. Scuba divers will enjoy the underwater vertical drop offs, some of them are up to 400m. This isn't the only activity, you can also go windsurfing, sailing, bird watching, go on a sunset cruise or even just star gazing.

Read more about beaches in Africa

South African History

The Apartheids Museum is the first museum of its kind in South Africa. This apartheid museum has since 2001 provided everyone a fascinating insight into the rise and fall of apartheid. Inside the museum you can explore 22 individual exhibits allowing you the opportunity to experience and understand what apartheid was like in the old times.

The staff working at the museum are always very attentive and helpful. The information that they provide during the tour is definitely of the highest quality and the our itself fitted in perfectly with a full day tour combining Soweto, Johannesburg and gold Reef city however the museum being closed on a Monday can be a bit irritating. When leaving the museum you will definitely get a feeling that you got value for your money.

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The Western Cape - South Africa

Western Cape has some of the most beautiful towns that date back from the beginning of South Africa's history.

Langebaan

This is a quaint and peaceful seaside town located in the West Coast National Park. Langebaan is very popular for its watersport and fishing and during flowering time the veld is transformed into a beautiful flowergarden.


Matzikama

The Matzikama region in the Nama Karoo includes such scenic wonders as the Sandveld, the Knersvlakte and the Matzikama mountain range. When you visit Matzikama you can feast on fresh crayfish and mussels or go whale watching during the migration season.


Saldanha Bay

South Africa's largest natural anchorage and port with the deepest water is 60 nautical miles northwest of Cape Town and partly protected by a 3.1km long artificial breakwater. Saldanha Bay is named after Portuguese explorer, Antonio de Saldanha. This town has strong ties with the sea. Saldanha Bay is the largest natural bay in South Africa: it offers a paradise for water sport enthusiasts.

Saldanha is also the location of the South African Military Academy as well as SAS SALDANHA, a naval training unit.


Read more about towns close to Cape Town

Visit "Little Switzerland" (in Africa) - Lesotho

Sometimes Lesotho is also referred to as the Switzerland of Africa because it has more peaks per square kilometer than any other country that is in Africa. The Maluti and the Drakensberg mountains attract climbers from all over the world. If you are interested in rock climbing you can choose from a huge selection of cliff faces and mountain ridges. Climbers should be experienced and carry all their necessary equipment with them. During winter you can also do some ice climbing on some of the peaks.


Read about things to do in Lesotho >

Travel Tips for Lesotho

1. Opening and closing times at border posts do vary, but in most cases major points of entry open at 06h00 and close at 22h00. Border posts on minor routes open at 08h00 and close at 16h00.

2. Entry tax: Expect to pay: Light Motor vehicle Tax - M5 (R5,00) and Heavy Motor vehicle Tax of M10 (R10,00)

3. Duty Free Items: The following items may be imported into Lesotho without incurring customs duty: 400 cigarettes or 500g of tobacco; No alcohol; 1oz bottle of perfume. Please adhere to these restrictions and do not bring more than what is specified through the Lesotho Border Post.

4. Each driver must also carry an identity document and driving license.

5. Arms and ammunition may not be imported into Lesotho without a permit which must be obtained in advance from the Commissioner of Police.

Read all the travel tips for Lesotho >

Hiking in Lesotho

Lesotho is definitely a hiker's paradise. Lesotho has no organised hiking trails but on the other hand it doesn't need any since the entire country is a network of bridle and foot paths. The people in Lesotho walk as a means of getting from one point to another. You will also not find a single fence in the mountains; there is total freedom of access. What that means is that you can hike anywhere you like in Lesotho. And, since the whole country is mountainous, wherever you choose will have its own beauty.

Read this article >

Skiing in Lesotho

The main areas for skiing in Lesotho are the ranges of the Maluti and Oxbow, and the ski season normally runs from May to September. Afri-Ski Leisure Kingdom offers some amazing skiing and snowboarding opportunities at a 10,000-foot altitude. The terrain stretches across more than 1,000 acres. There are three slopes and two ski lifts, while several alternative activities are on hand in the summer months.

Go read this article!

Want to own property ... here is some valuable info!

Fractional Ownership can be defined as the collective ownership of an asset, usually one with a high monetary value. Usage of the asset is normally allocated to the shareholders (owners) by means of an ownership usage roster and running costs are divided amongst the shareholders.

Visit the website to read more about owning property with Fractional Ownership.

Don't know where to go when you are on holiday?

Why don't you try Lesotho for all those outdoor activities you so love? It is after all a mountain kingdom. Sometimes Lesotho is also referred to as the Switzerland of Africa because it has more peaks per square kilometer than any other country that is in Africa. The Maluti and the Drakensberg mountains attract climbers from all over the world. If you are interested in rock climbing you can choose from a huge selection of cliff faces and mountain ridges.


And if you get tired of Lesotho - you can always go to a South Africa, a country of diversity, right next door. Read some interesting facts about South Africa here. I'm sure you will find at least one thing you didn't know about South Africa.


Now we know that every country has its GHOSTS, but who is brave enough to stand up to one of these ghosts?


Ghosts not your thing? Then maybe your thing is to learn about the cultures of South Africa? Read about the Venda here.
Another culture is that of the Boer people. Read about their monuments here.

Nashua Mobile - why you should think twice before signing up with them

Last weekend I put a stop order on my account to stop Nashua Mobile from being tempted to dedeuct money from my account. Unfortunately this did not work as Nashua Mobile changed their reference name they use for deductions.

Since I have an email from Carol Ndlovu saying that my contract has now been canceled with Nashua Mobile I was angry as hell to put it mildly.

I phoned Nashua Mobile immediatly after discovering the deduction and demanded my money back... so lets wait and see if this will happen.

On 10/31/07, Carol Ndlovu wrote:

Hi Susann

A consultant by the name of Ana Naude will be there at 11am on monday the 5th.
Please note that the cancellation has been back dated from the 26th of septmber.


Kind regards

Carol Ndlovu
Office of the Managing Director
Nashua Mobile
Tel: 011 207 8803
Fax: 011 207 9298
E-mail:md@nashuamobile.com

How much do you know about South Africa and its regions?

Ok, so you are a South African, but exactly how much do you know about South Africa?

Read some interesting facts about South Africa here. I'm sure you will find at least one thing you didn't know about South Africa.


Ever wondered how people live in Polokwane (the former Pietersburg)? I was quite surprised to find out just how many great restaurants there is in Polokwane. I have also had the pleasure of staying at some accommodation establisments in Polokwane. For things to do and see in and around the old Pietersburg - read this article about game farms in the limpopo province.

Since we're on the subject of places and things to do in Limpopo... read some travel tips on how to get around.

I bet you you don't know why Mooketsi is such an important farming community - right? Well, it is where ZZ2 grow tomatoes! Learn about this area called Mooketsi in the Limpopo Province.

Remember the day that South Africa got ready for a tornado? I do - especially the inconvenience caused by the traffic jams in the middle of the day. If you don't know what I'm talking about - then maybe you should read about what happened in Johannesburg on that day. Read about this Johannesburg weather related article.

Obviously I live in Johannesburg, South Africa and love it when I can drive to a place like Gold Reef City and spent a day on the rides. Then again, I also went to see an international cricket match the other day at the Wanderers in a box and that was absolutely amazing!

Get paid to blog!

I'm not joking. I actually write articles and get paid for them. The articles have to be at least 400 words with 1 picture and I get paid $5 for each of them. Plus you have to write a minimum of 15 articles a month which makes the minimum payout $75 per month!

Fortunately there are no limit to the amount of articles you can submit so you could earn a whole lot more if you are motivated.

How will you get paid?
- Sign up for this "get paid for blogging" gig
- Open a moneybookers account (as Paypal don't let South Africans get payouts via them)
- Start writing about the subjects that interest you and earn some good extra money!

Want to read some blogs to get an idea of what I'm talking about? Click here.