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South Africa is a popular tourist destination, and a substantial amount of revenue comes from tourism. Among the main attractions are the diverse and picturesque culture, the game reserves and the highly regarded local wines. In recent years, tourism in South Africa has seen high growth with the first five months of 2007 showing the highest levels of tourism in South Africa since 1998. Figures released by Marthinus van Schalkwyk, Minister of Environmental Affairs and Tourism show a decided increase in foreign visitors.
Cape Town User rated 5/5
Reviewed by Eddie J on 21-4-2008 (Colchester)
If you really want the best in terms of scenery, climate, service, variety, beaches, mountains and wildlife, then you will be impressed by Cape Town. It is out of this world. Be it the famous Waterfront with over 2000 shops and 200 restaurants, or the majestic Table Mountain, you will be astonished. Just 30 minutes drive from the city, you are in the Winelands, where some of the worlds' best wines grow, and where you can find top class restaurants in the vineyards. If your pleasure is diving or Game viewing, its all there.
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So much to see User rated 5/5
Reviewed by Anne on 24-4-2008 (Horsham)
South Africa is an incredibly diverse country - not just its people, but its various regions and landscapes. It is well worth hiring a car and travelling across the country - there is so much to see and do. The Western Cape has a splendour of its own - sophisiticated CApe Town, the lovely but overdeveloped Garden Route, Cape Agulhus (the Southern Most tip of Africa), then the wild and untamed beaches of the Eastern Cape, the splendour of the bushveld in Mpumalanga and Limpopo Provinces (wildlife lovers - a visit to a game farm is a MUST!)... Kwazulu-Natal is lush and tropical, with a range of wonderful National Park to visit such as Mkuzi... The Karoo has its own dusty magic - mountains, flat lands, caves to explore. And then the Northern Cape - the Kalahari Desert (visit the Kgalagadi Transfrontier National Park for a mindblowing experience). Add to all of this a friendly people and this is a great destination. As when travelling anywhere, one must be vigilant - crime IS a reality in South Africa but being sensible can help. Lock doors, keep all your possessions on you, dont walk around in unknown areas at night. The history of the country has created the melting pot it is today and although the ugly scars of apartheid can still be felt, this is an unbelievable place to visit and to live. There are plenty of different types of accommodation (from B&Bs to backpackers to hotels), excellent food to expand the wasteline and something for everyone.
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