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South Africa Travel Capsules
In addition to the links in the left hand column, our editors have selected a series of capsules (below) that connect to articles in this section.
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)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 Emperor of.Johannesburg, 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)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)
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