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| Smiling all the way to the braai | Most South African’s will smile at the thought of having a braai, but unless you know what meat you’re going to be cooking, you’ll be mighty surprised when you see a sheep’s head on your coals. Known as a “smiley”, this cheap and nutritious meat is integral to township food. The heads are severed, cleaned of any remaining hair and then very thoroughly washed. They get parboiled in big pots and then they’re thrown onto hot coals to roast. The heads are ready to be eaten when they’re golden brown and slightly charred. Smileys are exceptionally popular and feed about a family of four and are often sold with a litre of coke and half a loaf of bread. The origin of the name is self-explanatory when you see how the lips are burned back by the heat to reveal a set of teeth and a hideous smile.... | 2012-04-01 16:26 | |||
| Finding discounts in Durban | If you enjoy a good haggle session, and feel a great sense of achievement when you’ve bartered down a price to something you consider reasonable, then Durban is the place for you. From markets to factory shops you’ll find discounts aplenty. Drive your hired car to the Golden Mile where you can browse through Zulu souvenirs like creative wire art, masks and wooden sculptures. Buy some colourful beads and create your own jewellery or buy the beautifully designed necklaces and earrings. Durban’s oldest and most popular market is Essenwood Market. It’s open every Saturday in Berea Park and with over 200 stalls there is plenty to keep you busy. Buy interesting art or quirky fashion items and when you get hungry or thirsty fill up your basket with fresh ingredients and find a shady spot to... | 2012-02-29 16:58 | |||
| South Africa – from beach to bush in one day | From the cold oceans on the southern tip of the continent up to the balmy waters of the north, this diverse country is a premier tourist destination that you can spend months traversing in your hired car. The country also has world-famous game parks offering unparalleled game viewing and some incredible wildlife experiences. If you’re looking to combine two of the country’s most beautiful natural assets then look to the KwaZulu-Natal Province for a bush and beach experience you can achieve in one day in your rented car. The KwaZulu-Natal north coast is referred to as the Dolphin Coast because of the abundant bluenose dolphins that frolic in the waves. This area of endless summer has warm water and exquisite beaches – the perfect recipe for a relaxing holiday. Further north, stretching... | 2012-02-10 11:40 | |||
| The Durban July – Africa’s best-dressed horse race | So you don’t really like horses – well, you’re bound to find a kindred spirit among the 56 000 people who attend Africa’s greatest horse racing extravaganza. Hire a car at the King Shaka International Airport and head to the Greyville Racecourse for one of the country’s most prestigious events. Of course the main event is the battle for the R3-million prize money but the thoroughbreds aren’t the only excitement in this 115-year-old race. The race became a social event in the 1920s as women made fashion statements with imported outfits and so, over the years, it has grown into the high fashion event that it is today. Like Britain’s Royal Ascot, there is food, champagne, fashion, horses and big hats. The theme changes every year and attracts aspiring, emerging and established designers... | 2012-02-10 11:33 | |||
| Durban’s best restaurants | With African, Asian and European influences, Durban really is a melting pot of different tastes and food experiences. Being on the coast means the seafood is excellent but because of a huge Indian influence, the star of Durban’s culinary scene is undoubtedly curry. You can’t come to Durban without trying bunny chow so hire a car at the King Shaka International Airport and drive to Café India – winner of the 2011 best meaty bunny chow competition. Another excellent restaurant is Vintage India, which offers both north and south Indian cuisine and outstanding vegetarian options. Sitting comfortably as one of the top restaurants in South Africa is the award-winning 9th Avenue Bistro. The menu is exciting because it constantly changes and the food is fresh because seasonal products are used... | 2012-02-10 10:18 | |||
| Durban: A golfer’s mecca | With balmy weather, long hours of sunshine and natural beauty, it’s no wonder that Durban is a haven for golf enthusiasts. Pack your clubs into your hired car and drive from the King Shaka International Airport to the Golf Coast, and play on any one of these world-class courses. One km from the Golden Mile, and opposite the Moses Mabhida Stadium, is the Durban Country Club. Rated nine out of 100 by Golf Digest, this course has a proud history and has hosted more SA Opens than any other club. Because it’s carved into dunes, it’s demanding from the first hole, but it’s the third that is everyone’s favourite. This scenic course has wide green undulating fairways and two magnificent clubhouses. When you play here you soon forget you’re in the middle of a city. Part of the Durban Country Club... | 2012-02-09 12:38 | |||
| Touring Durban’s Golden Mile | South Africa has a magnificent coastline that’s just waiting to be explored. Enjoy the beautiful scenery from the Southern Cape, through the Eastern Cape, and up the Wild Coast until you hit KwaZulu-Natal. Hop into your hired car at the King Shaka International Airport and head towards a glorious stretch of coastline that is as popular with tourists as it is with locals; it’s affectionately referred to as “The Mile”. Just like the Portuguese explorers, when you see Durban’s wide golden beaches, you too will think the beaches look like “Sands of Gold”. The soft sand squeaks between your toes while you’re on a long languid walk on this beautiful stretch of beachfront. Popular with runners, surfers, swimmers and sun bathers, The Mile overflows with visitors during the holiday season. Year... | 2012-02-09 10:31 | |||
| Pietermaritzburg: The forgotten capital | Found in the heart of Zulu country and set beautifully in the Midlands, is the friendly city of Pietermaritzburg. Surrounded by rolling green countryside and forested hills, this tranquil city is in fact the capital of KwaZulu-Natal. The city’s name is said to come from Gerrit Maritz and Piet Retief, two Voortrekkers who settled beside the Umsindusi River in 1837. Six years on, the British took over, and their influence is still seen in the many Victorian buildings throughout the city. It might have great old preserved buildings but it’s a modern city and the second biggest in the province. For history lovers, it’s here where you’ll find the largest concentration of battlefields in the country and the Natal Museum which houses several of South Africa’s most important heritage collections... | 2011-12-23 16:00 | |||
| The Oyster Box – South Africa’s best hotel? | South Africa has its fair share of top quality, world famous hotels - and it would be difficult to choose the best in the country. However, it’s not hard admitting that the Oyster Box in Umhlanga falls firmly into this category. The hotel is a convenient five-minute walk from the Umhlanga Village Centre and in your rental car you can quickly reach the Gateway Shopping Mall, uShaka Marine World, the Natal Sharks Board and Sun Coast Casino. The King Shaka International Airport is close by, as are some excellent game reserves and popular golf courses. Convenience aside, the setting of the hotel is breathtaking: it has uninterrupted views because it sits on the edge of the Indian Ocean. With direct access to Umhlanga Beach, you can be lying on the sand or swimming in the sea within minutes.... | 2011-12-23 15:53 | |||
| Visit the Natal Sharks Board | There are places where you don’t mind seeing sharks – an aquarium is one, so is a very secure cage when you’re shark-cage diving. What you don’t want is to see a shark fin in the water when you’re swimming. In the 1950’s there was in increase in deadly shark attacks along the KwaZulu-Natal coastline, this forced people into action and the Natal Sharks Board was created. Today it is the only organisation of its kind in the world. Its primary goal is to protect bathers in the water off the KwaZulu-Natal coast. This is done with an extensive network of shark nets and drum lines that spread at intervals along 320kms of coastline and effectively protect swimmers from shark attacks at 38 locations. The biggest challenge is how to keep people safe, while reducing the number of shark deaths in... | 2011-11-29 14:43 | |||
| All about the Gateway Mall | Where better to shop than somewhere called the “Theatre of Shopping”? This really is not your average shopping centre and there is something here to keep everyone busy. Found in Umhlanga, north of Durban, and 20 minutes in your hired car from the King Shaka International Airport, it is one of the largest shopping centres in Africa. For a nominal fee you can be treated like a celebrity with valet parking in Palm Boulevard. With world-class shopping amenities, this is one of Durban’s premier entertainment destinations. There are 414 shops, from edgy street designs to high-quality international fashion brands, specialist boutiques to chain stores and supermarkets - there is something for every budget. If it’s a dose of culture you want visit the popular Barnyard Theatre or an art gallery. On... | 2011-11-29 14:36 | |||
| The Golden Mile – Fun in the Sun | The sun has not quite risen but already there are runners on the beach, dog-walkers on the promenade and traders setting out their goods. You know the day is going to be glorious - it’s Durban in the summer time. Known affectionately as The Mile, this six-kilometre stretch of popular beachfront starts roughly at uShaka Marine World at South Beach and heads north until Suncoast Casino and Entertainment World. The name stems from Portuguese explorers who referred to the sand along this coastline as the 'Sands of Gold'. And that’s precisely what you get - wide stretches of golden beach. Top this with balmy weather and a warm ocean and you understand why it’s Durban’s trump card. Tourists and locals flock here to soak up the sun, surf the waves or simply to relax. Shark nets... | 2011-11-29 12:56 | |||
| Car rental at Durban King Shaka Airport can be found on | When planning to fly to Kwa Zulu Natal, you can book ahead at a car rental at Durban King Shaka airport. You can also simply type in “car hire/rental Durban” on the Google page and you will be able to make a choice of online booking facilities to secure the car that you will need for your holiday, and when you land at the airport in Durban your vehicle will be waiting for you to jump in drive away to the nearest beach. Be sure to pack lots of suntan lotion and enquire if your accommodation has air-conditioning as the humidity levels are very high during the summer season. All things hot, is what is on the menu after a day at the beach. The Dutch East Indian restaurant serves delicious curries and spicy food in an old colonial setting. Two huge tusks form an entrance arch and the waiters... | 2010-08-03 15:11 | |||
| At the car hire in Durban King Shaka Airport ask about air-conditioning in your rental car | When you disembark and collected your luggage, the first thing to do is to head off to the car hire in Durban King Shaka Airport. You will be spoilt for choices of make, model and types of car that are available to make your journey a pleasurable one. If possible try and get a car that has air-conditioning as the Durban climate can be very humid. This humidity can be very clinging and uncomfortable on a long drive. All said and done you can head off to your hotel and get ready for a day at the beach. The Kwa Zulu Natal coast has many fantastic beaches up and down the coast line that will appease any taste or activity, be it fishing, surfing, or maybe just a secluded beach to read a book and suntan. When it comes to sun tanning, it is advisable to make sure that you have the right sun... | 2010-08-03 14:12 | |||
| Compare car hire USA prices with cheap car rental in South Africa, and calculate in exchange rates | Compare car hire U.S.A. prices with cheap car rental companies in South Africa. Remember to calculate for the exchange rate. Our local daily newspapers carry all the latest exchange rates, as do the bureau de change offices. At the time of writing the exchange rate was at 1 South African rand = 0.131456 U.S. dollars this price will obliviously change as we near the 2010 Soccer Cup We also calculate petrol in litres not gallons in South Africa. Unlike the gas guzzling American cars, we make use of Japanese compacts for affordable commuting purposes. With the petrol price going as high as $3.339 a gallon, so Jeep Grand Cherokee, which gets 11 miles to the gallon in the city, would make no sense in Africa. Our car rentals do have discounts for some German luxury sedans for rent and Mini... | 2010-05-12 10:45 | |||
| Take distances between a Durban hotel and Durban Kinh Shaka Airport into consideration | Calculate in 15kms, and distances between a Durban hotel and Durban King Shaka Airport to be in time for your flight. Take in some of the diverse attractions Durban has to offer. A great tourist attraction is the Fitzsimons Snake Park, where daily demonstrations and lecturers are given. The brave snake handlers come to grips with the notorious Black Mamba snake. This incredibly fast and powerful snake is the biggest venomous snake in Africa. Its venom is so potent and can kill a person, less than 7 hours, if they do not receive medical attention. Another popular site is the Indian Market is a hotchpotch of bazaars and stalls selling everything from incredibly hot to sweet and mild curries to Indian artwork, copper bowls, and lovely Indian woven fabrics. The sights, colours, smells and... | 2010-05-12 09:34 | |||
| Car rental Durban is the same as car rental Paris | Car rental in Durban at car rental Durban King Shaka Airport is the same as car rental Paris. If it is glamour and horse racing you are after then the Greyville Race Course is the venue for the annual July Handicap, South Africa's premier horse race. This prestigious event attracts thousands of visitors and high fashion outfits are the pick of the day. This event would have Paris fashion designers green with envy. Besides the horse racing there are fillies of a different kind – fashion celebrities. The local popular newspapers fill the pages with photos of entrants “dressed to the nines”, with prizes for the best-dressed couples. KwaZulu-Natal is a large coastal area with Durban as its largest city and the third largest in South Africa. Durban harbour is the one of the busiest... | 2010-05-12 09:03 | |||
| Hire a luxury car at Durban King Shaka Airport or at Newcastle car hire and back | After you have been to the Durban King Shaka Airport car hire or the Newcastle car hire or maybe a luxury car hire, go and visit The Carnegie Art Museum, the Carnegie Art Gallery was built on the old town gallows site and specializes in landscape themes by South African artists. Art and indigenous craft from the northern KZN area is also collected and there are some fine examples of Zulu bead work and ceramics on display. Newcastle named after the British Colonial Secretary, the Duke of Newcastle. The Newcastle Town Hall is an interesting structure with a sandstone hall and stained glass windows. Built in 1897 to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria and during the second Boer War the hall was piled high with looted furniture from the British and was about to be destroyed, when... | 2010-04-03 19:24 | |||
| From Gunston 500 to Mr Price Pro, Natal’s Oldest Surfing Competition | You’ll be forgiven if Brian Adams is the first image that pops into your mind when you think about the “Summer of 69”, but that was a great year in the history of South African surfing. Durban was looking for a sponsor for its first official South African Surfing Championship and when a cigarette company stepped forward, the Gunston 500 was born. Little did they know that this competition would become one of the biggest and longest running professional surfing events in the world, attracting the top surfers to Durban’s shores for four decades. After a 30-year run Mr Price took over as the sponsor, and proceeded to break all rules in how an event could be branded and marketed. The name changed to Mr Price Pro but would continue to be Durban’s legendary international surf contest.... | 2011-11-29 14:47 | |||
| Top three places to shop in Durban | If you’ve developed an unfortunate sunglasses tan, maybe you should think about heading indoors to explore some of Durban’s fantastic shopping venues. You can linger in luxury air-conditioned shopping centres where there are international fashion brands, head to open-air markets that have trendy antique shops, or practise your bargaining skills with a street vendor. Reputed to be the largest shopping centre in the southern hemisphere – the Gateway Mall is a 20-minute drive in your hired car from the King Shaka International Airport. There are 414 shops for you to visit, over 30 restaurants to eat at, 18 movie theatres, six Nouveau Cinemas, KwaZulu-Natal’s only Imax Theatre and there is a popular playhouse called the Barnyard Theatre. But it doesn’t stop there – for the kids there is a... | 2011-11-29 12:18 | |||
| Golf tourism down the South Coast | If you remember to pack your 9 iron before your toothbrush, then the “Golf Coast” is your ideal holiday destination. KwaZulu-Natal’s South Coast begins in the holiday hub of Amanzimtoti and stretches all the way down to Port Edward. This scenic, relaxed stretch of coastline boasts golden beaches, blue lagoons, rocky coves, sub-tropical forests and, of course, a comprehensive selection of golf courses to suit any handicap. In short: 120kms of golfing paradise. Here are five that are rated in the Top 100 Greatest SA Golf Courses in 2011 according to Golf Digest: Selbourne Golf Estate is a 90-minute drive in your hired car from the King Shaka Airport. Considered the “Augusta of South Africa”, this old dairy farm has been converted into one of the country’s finest golf estates. The hilly... | 2011-10-26 15:55 | |||
| Five reasons to visit the South Coast | Stretching from the holiday mecca of Amanzimtoti all the way down to Port Edward, there are endless reasons to visit the South Coast but here are five S’s that should get you off the couch and packing your rental car: sand, surf, scuba, sardines and swing. If you’re looking for idyllic beaches the South Coast has plenty, including six with Blue Flag status. Safe, clean and environmentally sound, these beaches are perfect for long lazy walks and languid dips into the ocean. So, grab your sunnies, sunblock and a costume and get your toes in the sand. With warm water and quality surf, it’s no wonder that KwaZulu-Natal has internationally acclaimed surfing spots. Some of the best waves in the world can be found at St Mikes, The Spot and Green Point, but you can drive the length of the coast... | 2011-10-26 15:25 | |||
| Durban Airport Car Hire | Discover the coastal hot spot of KwaZulu-Natal with the help of Durban Airport car hire, the number one way to get around on a tight budget. Thrifty offers a range of affordable vehicles for hire, from 4x4 vehicles to practical coupes, ensuring a car to suit every taste, requirement and budget. Durban’s airport is spacious and well-kept, with a number of facilities alongside car hire outlets. Shops, restaurants and banks can all be found for your convenience, allowing you to get all those last minute travel details sorted before starting your holiday. Durban Airport Car Hire from Thrifty Car Rental With a strong Zulu feel, Durban International Airport is as welcoming as its friendly locals. The warm, all-year round good weather of this popular coastal city makes it ideal for travel... | 2011-10-11 15:45 | |||
| Durban 4x4 Hire | Explore the rugged landscapes of KwaZulu-Natal’s famous coastal region with the help of Durban 4x4 hire from Thrifty Car Rental. While most visitors assume that Durban is only about the glorious stretches of beaches, the city and its surrounds offer plenty of 4x4 trails and unspoiled landscapes to explore. Thrifty offers a range of affordable 4wd vehicles for hire, with models and makes to suit all tastes and budgets. Enjoy all the convenience and freedom that self-drive adventures have to offer, as you plan the ultimate holiday, business trip or family vacation in Durban. Durban 4x4 hire from Thrifty Car Rental Very close to Durban lies one of the KwaZulu-Natal province’s most beautiful regions. The Drakensberg Mountain area offers some of the best 4x4 trails in the province, and the... | 2011-10-11 12:25 | |||
| Natal Midlands Kwa Zulu Natal | The beautiful Kwa Zulu Natal Midlands region offers the visitor a vast array of experiences, both tranquil and exhilarating, arty and adventurous. An easy hour’s drive inland from Durban will bring you to the rolling green hills of the Natal Midlands, which extends from the city of Pietermaritzburg to the foothills of the Drakensberg Mountain range in the north. The area is steeped in history; archaeological finds reveal that the region was settled in Stone Age times, while the gentle green hills were the site of bloody battles fought between King Shaka of the amaZulu, the British soldiers and the Boers. If history and battles are your passion, a tour of the battlefields is a must - either self-drive, or enlist the services of a knowledgeable tour guide. The area includes picturesque... | 2011-03-22 16:59 | |||
| Durban, Kwazulu Natal has blue flag beaches and rickshaw carts | A rental car with air-conditioning from car rental Durban, King Shaka Airport is an added bonus when travelling in this subtropical region. Hot, balmy weather and beautiful beaches plus the blood-warm sea water of the Indian Ocean, make for wonderful holidays at the Durban, Kwa-zulu Natal coastline. Besides the Blue Flag beaches, there are other activities that you have to experience in this colonial city. These include: for the sweet tooth” there is Durban’s famous rock-candy or if that doesn’t wet your sweet appetite, you can always buy a piece of sugar cane. You can take an unusual ride on one of the rickshaw carts. Hang on tight as you will scream as the operator jumps high in the air with you hanging on precariously in tow. The rickshaw-ride decorated with African patterns and... | 2010-11-30 18:13 |
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