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Pantsula, the Cool Dance of South Africa's Urban Youth

Literally, pantsula translates from Zulu as "to walk like a duck". It's an energetic, syncopated urban dance that originated in Johannesburg townships during a traumatic period of apartheid in the 1950s, and is today seeing a resurgence among the black youth (as well as some whites) of South Africa. To experience and understand it, we travel to the streets of Joburg's Tembisa township, where pantsula is part of day-to-day life, with many dancers showing off their skills in the middle of the…

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South Africa´s safari menu is great for families

Unsplash The Rainbow Nation is home to 42 public and private game reserves, including Africa's largest, Kruger National Park. There are three options in particular which are particularly kid-friendly: Pilanesberg National Park - arguably the safest safari option out there. it's also very affordable. The accommodation is fenced-in, and there are many amenities for children since most visitors are families with kids. There’s no sense of wilderness as in more common safari locations, but…

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9 of Cape Town's most photographable spots

Stephanjvv The "Mother City" is a photographer's dream, offering an seemingly endless supply of impressive landscapes and cityscapes making it the perfect place to practice and hone your photography skills, whether your're a beginner or a pro. And needless to say, Instagram ❤ Cape Town! Here are nine terrific examples. read post

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South Africa in '8 Top Golf Destinations for Families'

South African TourismIf dad (and/or mom) want to combine a family vacation with some great golfing, there are a few destinations which offer both top-notch links and a wide menu of other attractions that will appeal to the kids. So everybody's happy - after all, shouldn't that be the whole point of traveling as a family? Here among hundreds of choices across the world I offer you eight of my favorites where family travel dovetails nicely with golf travel - see if you agree, and if you think…

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0fznci7073k7c July 7, 2010 at 11:17am

What a wonderdul World Cup!!! South Africa is positively buzzing with excitment and pride at showcasing our beautiful country to the world. with GErmany playing Spain tonight and then the final between the winner and Holland on Sunday things are coming to an end - whoever there is such a great feeling of taking the positives of the World Cup beyond the tournament itself. We want to invite the fans who loved it here to come back - and being their friends and family and colleagues...and to all those who watched on tv - come try it for yourself!!! www.zippingzebra.com will continue to feature alot of specials and fantastic itineraries. we have just started a blog as well with interesting features about our country. have a look.
Tripatini July 5, 2010 at 3:20pm

Check out one of Johannesburg's nightlife stars, Rose Boys, now on the Tripatini blog.

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Elizabeth Ninomiya June 22, 2010 at 10:37pm

SAA Vacations 11-Day "Planes, Trains & Safarimobiles" Air-Inclusive Package Features Luxurious Blue Train, Cape Town and Safari.
Read more at http://tinyurl.com/26ovtow

SAA Vacations' Popular 'Planes, Trains & Safarimobiles' Package is Available for 2010 Travel

/PRNewswire/ -- South African Airways Vacations has announced the dates for its once-a-year, popular "Planes, Trains & Safarimobiles" air-inclusive v…
Patrick @ www.safarichatter.com June 22, 2010 at 10:22pm

Well done Bafana Bafana!!
myLanguage June 9, 2010 at 10:41pm

If you're traveling to South Africa, then you much check out the myLanguage Travel Companion for South Africa. It's not a travel guide but a local companion that will help you maximise your experience there when you're not having fun at the games. It has phrasebooks to translate from 15 languages to English and Afrikaans, dining and sightseeing information, and groups and match schedules.

Get more information here.

http://www.mylanguage.me/applications/mylanguage-travel-companion-f...
Julia Coney June 9, 2010 at 2:56pm

I will be covering Cape Winelands, Cape Town, and Durban for the World Cup. Media and Publicists please contact me regarding coverage. Thanks.
Patrick @ www.safarichatter.com May 12, 2010 at 1:43pm

Please feel free to download my Guide to South Africa for FREE. Just visit http://www.safarichatter.com/2009/09/02/welcome-to-safarichatter-com/ and find the link in the article. 30 Days to GO until World Cup!!!
Kitty J. Pope May 11, 2010 at 2:40am

Please visit AfricanDiasporaTourism.com, a web journal about culture and heritage tourism in places of the African Diaspora worldwide. Let me know what you think and sign up for the mailing list to stay in the loop.
Thanks,
Kitty
David Paul Appell May 9, 2010 at 10:46pm

Now on the Tripatini blog, learn about South Africa's fastest-rising pop-music diva, Simphiwe Dana -- check it out!

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David Paul Appell May 5, 2010 at 5:50pm

New query on our "Ask A Travel Expert" forum:

Shark Cage Diving in South Africa?

Please reply at http://www.tripatini.com/forum/topics/shark-cage-diving-in-south