By Stacey-Lee Stewart<\/p>\n
Without doubt, South Africa completely embodies the term \u2018Rainbow Nation\u2019 and if you\u2019re into sun-drenched vineyards, far-reaching coastlines, abundant wildlife then this is your local paradise.<\/p>\n
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WHAT TO DO THIS DECEMBER?<\/strong><\/p>\n There are a vast range of activities and things to do this festive season.<\/p>\n The \u2018Mother City\u2019 aka. Cape Town makes for an awesome base with the likes of Table Mountain and the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront as well as a fantastic choice of bars, shops and restaurants all within walking distance of each other. Stand on the continent\u2019s tip at Cape Point, a World Heritage Site, with buck, baboons and zebra, ending in sheer cliffs towering 200m above sea level. Take a short ferry trip from Cape Town to Robben Island or take the cable car up Table Mountain, our famous flat-topped mountain is one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.<\/p>\n One of our greatest attractions is the big five in their natural environment: elephant, lion, buffalo, rhino and leopard. They’re elusive beasts but you can almost guarantee great sightings on a game drive with a ranger at Kruger National Park.<\/p>\n Hike the trails in the Drakensberg passing ancient yellowwood trees and Bushmen cave art or explore the arid Namaqualand region that explodes with colour when wild flowers blanket the landscape. You can take to the waves at Jeffrey’s Bay near Port Elizabeth, which is home to Supertubes – considered by some surfers as the world’s best right hand point break.<\/p>\n The KwaZulu-Natal coast offers superb conditions for underwater exploration. Sodwana Bay near Durban is a popular base for reef dives amongst turtles and tropical fish, while Aliwal Shoal and Protea Banks further south are superb for sharks and shipwrecks\u2026 the list goes on.<\/p>\n TIPS to plan your last minute local holiday getaway on a budget:<\/p>\n The programme provides members with exclusive deals, discounted services and professional advice.<\/p>\n Thanks to the Thebe Travel Card the process of booking, paying for and enjoying a holiday has never been easier.<\/p>\n Join now: www.thebetravelcard.co.za<\/a><\/b><\/p>\n Whatever you fancy, our country has it! Don\u2019t hesitate, it\u2019s not too late!\n
\nAnd while you are about it \u2013 why not sign up for a Thebe Travel Card?<\/p>\n
\nBook your local getaways with Club Travel now! www.clubtravel.co.za<\/a> \/ 0860 555 777<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\t\t