Football frenzy

For a few hours on Sunday the 25th November, South Africa was the centre of the universe as thousands of international delegates, hordes of journalists and hundreds of millions of television viewers witness the 2010 Fifa World Cup preliminary draw in Durban.

An artist's impression of the Moses Mabhida Stadium
being built in Durban

Among the dignitaries will be South African President Thabo Mbeki, Fifa President Sepp Blatter, some of the best footballers of all time and representatives of more than 110 Fifa member associations.

"It will give viewers all around the world an excellent taste of what lies in store for them in 2010," said Fifa General Secretary Jerome Valcke, who conducted the draw. "170 territories have booked the TV feed for this event, which is a new Fifa World Cup record and yet more proof of the huge interest in South Africa 2010."

Tour of the month:

The Best of South Africa.

South Africa is a magnificent country with stunning natural beauty and a rich cultural heritage. We enjoy a wonderful temperate climate and landscapes from deserts, to lush grasslands, forests and spectacular mountains.

Come and enjoy the best we have to offer on our 15-day tour. This tour includes 1 night in Johannesburg, a 3 day safari to the Kruger National Park, a 3 day visit to Victoria Falls, 4 days in Cape Town visiting Cape Point, Table Mountain, Robben Island and the Winelands and then 4 days enjoying the beautiful Garden Route. The tour can also easily be customized to meet individual needs, using 3, 4 or 5 star accommodation. For a more detailed itinerary click here.

Lodge of the month:

Honeyguide Luxury Tented Camp

Located in the Manyeleti Game Reserve, lie Honeyguide’s two tented camps, Khoka Moya and Mantobeni. Manyeleti, meaning “Place of the Stars” borders Kruger National Park, Sabi Sand and Timbavati and is a true Big Five Reserve.
Each camp comprises of 12 large tents furnished in a contemporary yet comfortable style. Each tent is en-suite with double shower and separate toilet. A private outdoor seating area in front of each tent allows guests to relax and take in sights and sounds of the bush.
Morning and evening game tracking drives in open vehicles bring you into close contact with the Big Five effortlessly and safely with an experienced guide.
These are no ordinary tents they are five star “canvas hotel suites”. Honeyguide is a child friendly camp and offers a “rangers course” for the youngsters, so the children are kept busy allowing the parents to enjoy the safari experience.

Guests comments:

Name: Ann
Country: USA
Comment: Susan is an incredible host. Her knowledge is impressive and extensive. Her enthusiasm for her work is boundless. I totally enjoyed the experience. Our group saw 4 of
the Big Five animals,
and she was
as excited as
we were.

Name: Jonathan &
Jill Seltzer
Country: UK
Comment: An absolutely wonderful and most enjoyable time at Mohlabetsi Lodge and
the Kruger with Glen,
who is an extremely knowledgeable guide.
We have no hesitation
in recommending
him to anyone.

Did you know?

The World cup is set
to create some 129 000 jobs, contribute R21-billion to the country's GDP and generate R7.2-billion in government taxes.

With the anticipated
350 000 visitors spending a whopping R9.8-billion during the month-long event.

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