South Africa

The Republic of South Africa is located on the southern tip of Africa and is bordered by the Indian and Atlantic Oceans. It is also bordered by Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe to the north and Swaziland and Mozambique to the east.

South Africa is a country of historical importance as human beings have inhabited the country for more than 100,000 years. Some of the world's most ancient archeological sites can be found there. The different ethnic groups, wonderful landscapes, and variety of wildlife make South Africa such a very versatile and interesting country.

Places that you will surely want to visit while in South Africa include the Kalagadi Deserts, Tsitsikamma Forest, Wild Coast, and the vibrant nightlife of Cape Town. South Africa truly is a dream destination, especially for people who like to explorer and seek adventurer. It allows people to enjoy its many facets, experience endless possibilities, and return with the experiences of a lifetime.

Cape Town

Cape Town is the provincial capital of the Western Cape and the legislative capital of South Africa. The national parliament and most of its government offices are located there. Cape Town is famous for its breathtaking harbor and the most popular destination for tourists in South Africa. Table Mountain, Devil's Peak, and Signal Hill are some of the most well-known landmarks in the city. Cape Town is also home to many famous coastal areas like Camps Bay, Clifton Beach, Llandudno, Bantry Bay, Hout Bay and Blouberg.

Cape Town is also an ideal place for adventure lovers. The city has a wide array of walking and hiking trails for all fitness levels. Many of them lead you through forests, rocky terrains and indigenous fynbos. While in Cape Town you can also try surfing, wind surfing, kayaking, kites surfing, and scuba diving on the coastline.

If you are in Cape Town in March, you can see the Cape Town International Jazz Festival. This event offers a weekend of Jazz that showcases artists from all over Africa and abroad.

In September, the Cape Town International Comedy Festival takes place and features both local and international comedians.

Tourists have a wealth of choices when it comes to accommodations in Cape Town. There is a wide variety of lodging ranging from expensive luxury hotels to more affordable bed and breakfast inns.

Cape Town has modern and well developed infrastructure for transportation. Remember driving is done on the left side of its excellent roads, which are appropriately sign-posted throughout the city. Taxis are also available throughout the city and can take you to most places in South Africa. Lastly, intercity express buses with air-conditioned coaches connect Cape Town with most cities in the country.