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CalitzdorpThe quaint town of Calitzdorp is found on ROUTE 62 in the heart of the Klein Karoo in the Western Cape. This charming town is known as the Port-Wine Capital of South Africa and every July Calitzdorp hosts its annual Port Festival, which showcases the top 15 South African port makers. Cape TownCape Town which lies in the Western Cape has been described as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. You will never be short of things to do in this picturesque and cosmopolitan city. Enjoy a guided hike up Lions Head, or a cable car trip up Table Mountain to savour the panoramic views of the city. DurbanDurban lies on the East Coast of South Africa and offers a subtropical climate, lush forests, rolling hills and pristine beaches. This modern yet relaxed city, affectionately called “Durbs”, is known as South Africa’s playground with plenty to see and do.East LondonEast London, affectionately called Buffalo City by the locals, is located on the South East Coast of South Africa. This small city lies in between the Nahoon River in the north and the Buffalo river to the south, the only river port in South Africa. Nestled between breathtaking Mountains, an hour’s drive out side Cape Town, lies the picturesque town of Franschhoek. This charming village is the gourmet capital of South Africa and is ideally located close to several of South Africa’s top wine estates. GeorgeThe picturesque town of George is found at the foot of the majestic Outeniqua Mountains. This inland town is the perfect place to explore the Southern Cape’s diverse scenery and landscape. Grahamstown is best known for its annual National Arts Festival and the world renowned Rhodes University. This charming town is the centre of the historic heartland of the Eastern Cape, an area known as Frontier Country. In years gone by many battles were fought between the riving cultures of the Khoi, Xhosa, Boer and British. HermanusLocated an hour outside Cape Town, is the quaint coastal town of Hermanus. This small village has become world famous as the breeding ground of the Southern Right Whale, which appears along the South African coastline from May to December. These majestic creatures are often seen interacting in the sheltered bays and coves and near river mouths. Jeffreys BayJeffreys Bay is world renowned for its legendary waves. This surfer’s paradise boasts unspoilt beaches and some of the best waves in the world. Dolphins are frequently spotted in the warm waters, while the white sand and sea shells make this area an idyllic destination. JohannesburgJohannesburg, often referred to as Joburg or Jozi by locals, is the economic and cultural hub of South Africa. Discovered during the 1800’s as result of its overflowing rich gold mines, Joburg is commonly seen as the gateway to Southern Africa. KnysnaThe ‘heart’ of the Garden Route, Knysna is a town shrouded by the natural beauty of it’s lush forests,wild beaches and expansive lagoon. Add to the mix an eclectic population and you have a town that is much loved and much visited. Mossel BaySituated halfway between the port’s of Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, Mossel Bay has come a long way from it’s early origins as a bustling seafarers town. Being the last ‘safe’ harbour before Cape Agulhas it is still however an active working port with a colourful maritime history. Plettenberg BayGlitz,glamour and unrivaled natural beauty, Plettenberg Bay astounds you from first sight. Flanked by a vast bay, rich in marine life and the rugged and lush Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma Mountains, adventures abound in this luxurious seaside ‘riviera’ town. Port AlfredSituated along the banks on the Kowie River, Port Alfred is a tranquil village in the heart of the Sunshine Coast. Port ElizabethThe largest town in the Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth is often referred to as the ‘Friendly City’. Blessed with a temperate climate and a wide variety of excellent beaches, Port Elizabeth is a popular value-for-money destination with warm, dry summers and a mild winter. PretoriaThe purple blossoms of the Jacaranda tree are synonymous with the streets and town of Pretoria. As South Africa’s Administrative Capital, Pretoria is also a city steeped in a long and fascinating history. StellenboschStellenbosch is a town for all seasons. With it’s oak lines streets and historical architecture, Stellenbosch is found in the heart of South Africa’s most famous wine producing region and offers all who visit something different for every day of the week. St Francis BayJust up the road from Jefferey’s Bay, St Francis Bay and it’s more rustic neighbour Cape St Francis offer the visitor quiet respite from the rush of city living. WorcesterCentrally located in the Breede River Valley, Worcester is surrounded by distant mountains and bountiful vineyards. About an hour outside Cape Town this historic town is situated on the main road (N1) between Cape Town and Johannesburg making it an ideal place to stopover. Umhlanga RocksJust a 30 minute drive north of Durban, Umhlanga Rocks is a tourist mecca. Every year thousands of tourists flock to it’s tropical beaches to enjoy all this town has to offer.               |
