South Africa Holidays - Discovering Durban
If youre planning your South Africa holidays and are looking for a place to call home for the duration
, why not choose Durban? As the old saying goes, there is more here than meets the eye.This is one of the largest cities in South Africa. It is home to numerous professional sports teams soccer, rugby, cricket and more. Durban is also home to one of the five largest sea-world aquarium attractions in the world, uShaka Marine World. The city was one of the primary host cities for the 2010 FIFA World Cup so you know it has the amenities to satisfy every want and need on your South Africa holidays. Youll be able to enjoy a professional tennis venue and Greyville Racecourse for thoroughbred racing. Relax in a first-class hotel and pass the time at a world-class casino. Plan to include a rickshaw ride in your agenda too!
Rickshaws? Really?
Durban is well known for what some have called the iconic Zulu rickshaw pullers. Words such as colourful and vibrant have been used to describe this experience, unique to South Africa holidays. This fascinating method of transportation has been in use for well over 100 years, giving the city a reputation all its own. Rickshaws were brought to the city in the early 1900s and were a standard way to get about before cars came on the scene.
The pullers own their rickshaw and are only allowed to own one. They attract business with their complex, gorgeous and massive costumes, yet another tie to the past. The rickshaw was supposedly invented in Japan by a missionary working there. The vehicle idea migrated to India and eventually to Durban. Of course, all other transportation to and from Durban, as well as in the city, is very modern and efficient. The city is served by major airport, highway and rail service, perfect for all South Africa holidays.
Casino and Sports Excitement
One of the fastest growing industries in South Africa is the casino/hotel sector. The country has been a proving ground for poker players who are now on the world tours. Companies have been formed to establish such gaming and entertainment venues as Suncoast Hotel and Casino. The 432-room hotel and full-service casino opened in 200 to provide accommodations for guests and 82,000 square feet (7,600 square meters) of gaming space. There are a number of excellent restaurants in the hotel/casino complex. The gaming areas are divided into smoking and non-smoking sections.
Suncoast is on the north end of the Golden Mile, near the Kings Park Sporting area. Several restaurants and movie houses are nearby. There is a popular beach bar and a private beach for guests as well. Visitors enjoy the art deco design of the casino, which pays homage to the art deco heritage of the city. Cyclists out for some serious recreation often use the casino as their base camp. Dont forget to look into the vibrant sports scene in Durban as well. It is home to professional sports clubs in soccer, cricket and rugby and is a popular starting point for bicycle tours along the spectacular coast.
So if youre heading off to this vibrant country, why not include Durban, a tourism jewel, on your South Africa holidays.
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