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Africa Travel
Association's Prestige Magazine to publish a "GRAND
TOUR "OF SOUTH AFRICA" edition, with long-term,
year-round, worldwide distribution.
The
Emperor of
South Africa. The
magnificent new five-star hotel at Caesars Gauteng
is just 5 minutes from Johannesburg International
Airport. Africa's premier casino
resort experience. For a strictly limited period of
time you can savor five-star luxury with a range of
incredible opening offers. Be the first to
experience Octavia's Senosorium Health and Beauty
Spa and the unique Roman bath. Relive the
legend.(continued)
 Where
the Springbok and Bushmen
Roam:
by
Muguette Goufrani. While it was late May, there was
a definite chill in the air; so we bundled up and
climbed aboard a sturdy Land Rover 4x4 for Kagga
Kamma's popular Moonlight Safari.
No matter how many
times we travel below the equator, I am always awed
by the Southern Cross, which lit up in the midnight
sky that night, in contrast with the eerie
moonscape we were crossing; each one perched like
Sabu atop our rubber-tired camel. (continued)
Discovering
the Diversity of
South Africa
By Helen C.
Broadus.
Discover the immense diversity
of South Africa,a land full of rich cultural
heritage, friendly people, spectacular wildlife and
stunning landscapes. South Africa is truly famous
for its mixture of cultures, heritages and
traditions that are blended together through its
festivals, music and foods. (continued)
Dining
in the Sky. Passengers
using South African Airways' newly opened First
Class Lounge at Johannesburg International Airport
can expect a culinary experience worthy of this
sophisticated haven. "The African theme, which runs
through the entire concept, has also been used to
great effect in the food and beverage areas," says
Madelain Roscher, Senior Manager: Corporate
Communications at SAA, Says Owen Jullies (Manager,
SAA Menu Design and Beverage Selection): "In line
with the overall design concept the lounge offers a
range of sophisticated dining options."
(continued)
Peoples and culture of
South Africa.
Throughout its history, South Africa has been a
geographic designation rather than a reflection of
a national reality. The result is that today the
Republic of South Africa has one of the most
complex and diversified population mixes in the
world, a rich mosaic of distinctive minorities.
This is underscored by the fact that not one of
South Africa's major languages is spoken by a
majority of all the people. (continued)
Experience
a South African Working Holiday.
The future of conservation in
South Africa depends on obtaining a means of
funding for Private Nature Reserves and Wildlife
Rehabilitation Centers. The amount of funding made
available to projects such as erosion control,
invader plant control and fire control will make a
large difference in the scale of conservation in
the future. Now there is a solution.
(continued)
The
Flying Gourmet visits South Africa's Cape Wine
Country
Be
sure to sample the nation's award winning wines
during your stay. South Africa's vintages are among
the world's best. Some specialties include lovely
Chardonnays, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cinsault,
Riesling, Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc, Caberbet
Sauvignon and Pinotage varietals. You will find
that one of the most pleasant ways to enjoy South
African wine is on a visit to the scenic wineland
of the Western Cape. Few places in the world are as
stunning as these lush valleys. Towering mountains
are a dramatic backdrop for the rows of grapevines
and giant oaks.
(continued)
Shopping
in Cape Town and Area.
With the current
exchange rate of 8 Rand to 1$ US it is a good time
for visitors to go on a shopping spree while
enjoying the attractions of Cape Town and area.
Here's part of what Cape Tourism has to say.
'Shopping till you drop' is not
an uncommon phenomenon in Cape Town, where your
hunt for that special something can lead you on a
trail right around the mountain and
back.
(continued)
Love
notes from Cape Town. We
have a church in Cape Town which is also reputed to
have been the first theater in South Africa, called
the St.Stephen's church. This church stands on
Riebeek Square. There are many stories of the past
to be told about this church, but one that has
always been a delightful one in my opinion is that
it is told that the cellar of the church used to be
hired out in days of old. (continued)
 Ride
a Blue Train with White Glove Service. Only in
South Africa. by
Muguette
M. Goufrani. For
years I had read that South Africa held many
pleasures for those of an adventurous spirit or
romantic nature. So one summer, taking a month's
vacation from my job as a travel agent in Ivory
Coast, West Africa, I headed south. Here at last
was my chance to spend some leisurely, laid back
weeks getting to know that fascinating country
surrounding the Cape. While the sights and delights
were many and varied, the epitome was my experience
aboard the famous Blue Train. (continued)
South Africa- World
Interclub Golf Challenge is launched
The first golf event
of its kind, the World Interclub Challenge will
take place at South Africa's premier golf resort,
Fancourt Hotel and Country Estate in November
2002. Operated by
EasyGolf Tours & Safaris, in conjunction with
Dale Hayes Golf Events, the World Interclub
Challenge is open to all golfers. The competition
invites entries from all over the world with the
only stipulation being that members of each 4-ball
entry belong to the same home club
.(continued)
 Did
you know? Facts about South Africa
South Africa has the
oldest wine industry outside of Europe and the
Mediterranean,
featuring Chardonnays, Pinot Noir, Merlot,
Cinsault, Riesling, Shiraz, Sauvignon Blanc,
Caberbet Sauvignon and Pinotage
varietals. South Africa
has been called "the Rainbow Nation.
South Africa ranks amongst the world's top 25
trading nations and largest producers of gold,
diamonds and other minerals. The world's largest
uncut diamond was found at Kimberley in 1974.
(more
facts - continued)
There is
safety in Cape Town.
By
Brian
Aldridge, Camissa Cape Tours and
Charters.
Most
travelers to South Africa, as are those to other
exotic places, are concerned about their safety.
Where can I walk in the City? or what form of
transport can I safely use? If you are young or
young at heart your fear might be where you can
party safely. These are genuine concerns and places
like Cape Town have had bad publicity recent.
(continued)
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