| Durban in South Africa is likely to become a huge | | | | found further north as well, in resorts like |
| tourist attraction once this great city by the sea | | | | Umhlanga and Umdloti. Here you can find many |
| is propelled onto the global stage with the staging | | | | ways to relax in comfort while taking in the sea |
| of the World Cup in 2010. This once relatively | | | | air, and most hotels cater for young children, with |
| unknown city is sure to capture the attention of | | | | children's clubs and many activites for the kids to |
| the world's tourists with the tropical year-round | | | | take part in while you relax. |
| temperatures, great surf and beautiful surrounding | | | | If you fancy a genuine African safari, Tala Game |
| areas. | | | | Reserve is only 45 minutes drive from Durban, |
| In the city itself, various companies offer Durban | | | | but does not have the full "Big Five". If the Big |
| city tours as well as cruises around the harbour | | | | Five is what you are after, then go to Hluhluwe |
| and out to sea. Ushaka Marine World in Durban is | | | | Game Reserve, about 2 hours drive north of |
| one of the cities best attractions, housing Africa's | | | | Durban. This is a fantastic safari park that you |
| biggest aquarium and a waterpark. Ushaka is also | | | | can easily get to in day trip from Durban, or |
| only a few steps from the warm Indian Ocean | | | | spend a few days there in a lovely rustic lodge |
| and sunny beaches of Durban beachfront. Many | | | | right in the heart of the African bush. The awe |
| companies offer 'booze cruises' as well, including | | | | inspiring Drakensberg Mountains and the tiny |
| dolphin viewings. | | | | mountain kingdom of Lesotho are also easily |
| Most Durban hotels are situated along the famous | | | | reachable from Durban. |
| Golden Mile, but many hotels and resorts can be | | | | |