2010 Fifa World Cup South Africa is just around the corner. 204 footballing countries will be competing hard for the 32 spots available. Now is the appropriate time to plan a trip to visit Africa during the 2010 South Africa World Cup of Soccer. 2010 South Africa World Cup is largest single-sport event in the world and will kick off in the African nation on June 11, 2010. Nine cities of South Africa have the distinction of hosting 64 Matches.
Though South Africa has the distinction of regularly hosting major international sporting events, but the hosting Football World Cup, the world's biggest sporting event after the Olympics is a privilege that is worth the wait.
For four weeks in 2010, South Africa will be the cynosure of the world. The 2010 World Cup in South Africa is expected to attract an estimated three million international visitors.
South Africa is one of the most diverse and compelling nations in the world. The country attracts tourists for its stunning natural beauty, exotic wildlife and beautiful beaches. The country's immensely varied topography is home to a rich diversity of fauna and flora and offers an unlimited range of experiences.
The World Cup will be staged at 10 venues across nine exciting cities of South African in various parts of the nation - Cape Town, Durban, Bloemfontein, Nelspruit, Polokwane, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, Rustenburg, and Johannesburg. The last named city has 2 stadiums.
Bloemfontein HotelsIt is advisable that tourists from foreign countries travel within groups while in South Africa. It is pertinent to note that the host cities of Nelspruit, Bloemfontein, Rustenburg and Polokwane do not have well equipped accommodation facilities to support visitors from foreign countries. It is highly recommended that tourists stay in larger cities and only travel to these outlying areas on the day of the sporting event.
Capetown is one of the host cities of the 2010 Fifa World Cup South Africa. One of the World's "most beautiful Cities", Cape Town is South Africa's most popular travel destination. Aopartf rom being the largest city in South Africa, Johannesburg is the financial capital of the country. Durban is home to Africa's busiest port and is the number one tourist destination for the people of South Africa. Known as the Jacaranda City, Pretoria is a lovely, quiet city boasting an interesting history. The city is home to many significant old buildings and some beautiful museums.
It is highly recommended that travelers in South Africa be vigilant and avoid any large gathering, specially protests and demonstrations.
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