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Warthog on course Royal Port Alfred St. Andrews Hotel Royal Durban While this region is a destination in its own right, with OR Tambo airport at its centre, it also acts as the natural Gateway to four neighbouring provinces of very distinct character. It is also an ideal hub from which to transfer on to South Africa’s regional neighbours – the most distant of which is Mauritius at just under 4 hours flying time. What really makes the region special are the variety of activities and attractions, all of which combine to make this area ideal as a family vacation destination. While you might have chosen to be off struggling with your slice at your golf course of choice, the family can be let loose on a variety of off golf course activities from world class shopping and spa treatments, to the beach and or visits to places of cultural and historic interest. The lifestyle elements will quickly become apparent as will the fantastic value for money opportunities, should you spend any time in or near some of the fantastic golf estates and resorts, in the property market. It is a sad fact of modern life that there are almost no places left on Earth (and where humans can be found in any numbers) where you can walk out safely at night sporting a gold watch and handful of cash. So whatever area or areas you choose for your vacation, if you let common sense and a reputable tour operator act as your guide, in choosing to visit Southern Africa you will be on the verge of taking the holiday of a lifetime. Of course they don’t have to move from the hotel at all, and could just spend a day lounging by the pool sampling some of the regions finest wines! Volume 5 • Issue 52 41