I don't know if I can call my experience of travel in South Africa divinely inspired but I can absolutely say it was magical. South Africa was one of the best trips I have ever taken, and that is saying a lot. However, it wasn't the obvious parts. Sure, the lions and the giraffes on safari blew my mind. Visiting Robben Island "“ the converted prison Nelson Mandela lived for far too many years "“ was an education. Cape Town is a fantastic city with wonderful views from Table Mountain. For me, it was the Drankensberg Boys Choir, which expertly bridged gaps between African and Afrikaans tradition, the brief but unforgettable moment I shared with 250 elementary school students visiting the Mandela Capture Site Museum. It was my realization of how far South Africa has come socially, and how far we (the U.S.) still need to go. My visit was about possibilities. South Africa is far from perfect but a wonderfully eye-opening one.
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South Africa travel stories
“Have you ever tried sweet paan?” My tour guide asked me this question as we walked along one of many busy Johannesburg streets, in search of local treats. We had parked in Fordsburg, the Indian quarter of Johannesburg, South Africa. Fordsburg is a neighborhood with a...
I'm out of bed early and packing the motorcycle to head further south from Springbok. My next destination is Cape Agulhas, which means a longer day of riding. About 700 kilometres (460 miles). There was a time when I'd think twice about doing a ride of this...
The old Afrikaans gentleman says to me - "Ah, so you're going up into Africa". I'm intrigued by what he's just said. I reply, half-jokingly - "Aren't we in Africa; right here, right now?" He said nothing, just smiled back. Back on...
My African Journey Begins, and I'm Feeling Rather Sick I've just been to the nearest travellers' medical centre and started a round of vaccinations in preparation for a road trip across southern Africa. The vaccination program covers Rabies, Typhoid,...
A Walk Toward Freedom My Favorite Memory of South Africa They must have been 12, some older or younger, maybe 100 in all. They were kids in school uniforms, maroon sweaters with gold accents, whites shirts with gray slacks or dresses, coming up the driveway laughing...
Enjoy South African Cuisine in Houston Peli Peli for South African Fusion My husband and I traveled into the Uptown District of the city of Houston for an exotic tasting experience at a local restaurant called Peli Peli, which specializes in South African fusion....
Cape Town Safari Vacation Lion World Travel has created an exceptional safari vacation, Classic South Africa, venturing deep into the heart of Cape Town and its picturesque beauty and renowned restaurants. Travel + Leisure recently voted Cape Town as the #1 "Top City...
African Safari Company Goes Off Beaten Track For Wildlife, Culture, Multi-Sport Adventures Encompassing Bush and Beach SEATTLE, WA, Sept. 25, 2013 "“ African Safari Company are masters at seeking out off-the-beaten-track, diamonds in the rough on the world's...
Distinctive Safaris from African Travel Inc. See South Africa Behind the Scenes with Lloyd Camp and African Travel, Inc. African Travel, Inc.'s new Distinctive Safari Collection offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore a side of Africa very few get to know....
Lion World Tours Offers Luxurious Five-Star Pride of South Africa Safari Vacation Take in the ultimate beauty of South Africa on this luxury five-star Pride of South Africa adventure starting from $3,999* per person, including taxes and air from 28 US cities. This...
Overseas Adventure Travel Announces New Southern Africa Adventure for Late 2013 Trip begins at $265 per day and single supplements are free BOSTON, April 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to high demand for safaris and cultural immersion trips in...
Swimming with Penguins in Africa While admiring the ocean view that my American expat friends Yolanda and her husband Tanner had from their home in Cape Town, Yolanda approached me with a wet suit and said we were taking a ride to Boulder Beach. I'd traveled to...
