Only 13 odd years ago, South Africa appear on the world stage on a daily basis, unfortunately it was all negative publicity and rightly so. South Africa was in the process of major changes from the old "Apartheid Regime" to the new democratically elected government, the government that is still in power today. South Africa has transformed into a stable and secure country and is now reaping the benefits of this, this is especially evident in the...more
They call Hong Kong the 'City of Life' because it has always been so vibrant and full of energy. It's a city that's both exotic and cosmopolitan making it a perfect destination for first time travelers to Asia. Being a former British colony, there's enough English signs and people able to speak the language there to make it a user friendly place. At the same time, it's foreign enough that tourists will definitely feel that they are not on a...more
Visitors to South Africa can enjoy a wide variety of tours and safaris - viewing everything from whales to the Big Five, touring wine farms and engaging in a spectacular range of adventure, sport and leisure activities.Something that is unique to the country however is the emergence of the 'Township Tour'. Townships are the informal settlement residential areas of South Africa which developed over the apartheid era. Since the dawn of democracy in 1994 township tourism has grown as locals and visitors alike began to flock to these previously 'no-go' areas (at least for 'whites') to see how the other half live.In fact the majority of township tourists are foreigners as locals have grown up with a fear of entering the settlements - a deep-rooted fear that has been hard to overcome.Today Township Tourism is massive - a multi-million rand business which saw close on 320 000 foreigners pouring into settlements throughout the country last year. According to Cape Town's tourist office more than 80 percent of its 250 licensed tour operators offer these "cultural experiences."So what can one expect to see and experience when embarking on a township tour in Soweto, Johannesburg or Langa, Cape...more
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It may be business or pleasure that has you travelling to Alicante, Spain, but whatever the reason is you are going, getting there is a breeze. Tourism is making its way to this once mostly industrial working city. As a result, more traveller friendly resources are becoming available. Located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea and the southeast...more
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The mechanical problem suffered by Andy Schelck involved more than a loose chain, since the Tour's fair play tradition was lost for a few seconds as well by Contador, who took advantage of the until then leader of the competition, and wears now the...more
Do you enjoy swimming, surfing, boating, fishing, scuba diving, or snorkeling? If so, there is a good chance that you would want to take a vacation in an area that could give you all of the above. Luckily for you, you can do this in Wailea. Wailea,...more
Are you and your romantic partner looking to take a romantic getaway? If so, you may be interested in taking a vacation to Wailea. Wailea, which is located on the Hawaiian Island of Maui, is the perfect destination for anyone seeking romance. For...more
If you're looking for a golfing holiday, where great value is as important as great golf, then fly to Faro International Airport, rent a car, and drive to southern Portugal and nearby Spain. Some of the best value golfing destinations can be found in...more
Travel writing is a major genre. Go into any bookshop and see the vast array of travel writings aimed to appeal to every type and taste. There are food travel books for food enthusiasts, historical travelogues for the historians, humorous travel...more
Sydney, Australia is one of the world's best travel destinations. It is home to some of the finest restaurants, wineries, and beaches. A trip to Sydney would not be complete without seeing the fabulous Sydney Harbor showcasing the famous Opera...more