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Sunday, January 13, 2008
Beautiful Racing Yacht for sale.
Compelling enough to warrant a post, Gypsy Yacht management, an agent for used boats are currently selling a stunning racing yacht called the "Voortrekker". It has imaculate lines, great shape. It just slices through the water. It also has a sugar scoop at the back, and spacious flat decks. A real beauty, a real bargain too. Use their Yacht Broker Sitemap to easily browse the site.
Saturday, November 10, 2007
Flights from Cape Town to London
If you’re looking for Flights from Cape Town to London then you will find an assortment of options available to you. There is of course British Airways, Virgin Airlines, SAA or South African Airlines to name but a few. If you only just wish to return from a golf holiday south Africa, then you will find that many airlines will work tooth & nail to accommodate you with a South Africa UK Flight, while others might be less hospitable.
If you’re looking to fly back from South Africa, once you have checked out of your cheap bed and breakfast, then applied for or just verified the validity of your passport at the British Embassy in South Africa, you can go the hunt for cheap flights to London. Flights from Cape Town to London are sometimes far cheaper with a little ingenuity. Try finding a Flight that someone else has decided at the last minute that they wish to cancel, such ticket deals, including those flights from Cape Town to London, can be found with a little effort using search engines over the internet.
A fishing holiday in South Africa should not put you out because of exorbitant flight prices, the cost can be saved with cancelled, relayed flights from cape Town to London. Don’t let your South African Holiday be ruined by a poorly organized and therefore costly flight setup. You can save so much time and money just by seeking out the correct situation for you.
Flights from Cape Town to London also probably depend on which season you’re in. if it’s a busy time in the year like that around Christmas, or actually mostly in the few months before November or December, then Flights may costs considerably more than if you purchase them earlier, such as around March. That also depends on where you’re going.
If you’re looking to fly back from South Africa, once you have checked out of your cheap bed and breakfast, then applied for or just verified the validity of your passport at the British Embassy in South Africa, you can go the hunt for cheap flights to London. Flights from Cape Town to London are sometimes far cheaper with a little ingenuity. Try finding a Flight that someone else has decided at the last minute that they wish to cancel, such ticket deals, including those flights from Cape Town to London, can be found with a little effort using search engines over the internet.
A fishing holiday in South Africa should not put you out because of exorbitant flight prices, the cost can be saved with cancelled, relayed flights from cape Town to London. Don’t let your South African Holiday be ruined by a poorly organized and therefore costly flight setup. You can save so much time and money just by seeking out the correct situation for you.
Flights from Cape Town to London also probably depend on which season you’re in. if it’s a busy time in the year like that around Christmas, or actually mostly in the few months before November or December, then Flights may costs considerably more than if you purchase them earlier, such as around March. That also depends on where you’re going.
Sunday, November 4, 2007
Will The 2010 World Cup Soccer Inflate The of Value Property In SA?
The 2010 Soccer Tournament is definitely not comparable with the 1995 Rugby World Cup. In 1995 only 25 000 tourists visited South Africa. FIFA expects some 350 000 foreign tourists in 2010. The prediction is that the soccer fans will spend R10bn on meals, accommodation, transport and merchandise, he said.
“The influx of foreign capital is great, however, insignificant in comparison to the huge spin-offs the publicity will have for South Africa”, says Lodewyk Joubert, CEO of Syndation. “Over a billion people are expected to follow the month-long tournament between the world’s top 32 soccer playing nations”.
Andrew Golding, CE of the Pam Golding Property Group confirms that the potential spin-offs are far-reaching. As soccer enjoys a large following, countries that have not been exposed to South Africa before will be in 2010.
“Just imagine what will be promoted on TV during this period”, Joubert says. “Images of our natural beauty – of Table Mountain, the Kruger National Park and the bushveld, the Southern Cape coastline, the Kalahari and a few other places will be brought to billions of households around the globe.
If we do this correctly, it will be an advertising campaign for luxury lifestyle ownership in South Africa on a scale that has never been seen before!”
Jose Ventura, MD of Pam Golding VIP, made the connection recently that the future of luxury lifestyle ownership lies in stress-free fractional ownership.
"There are clear and distinct differences between property syndications and high-end fractional ownership. The two should not be confused”, says Stephen Rademeyer, of Syndation. “High-end fractional ownership is a fully managed service with international and local exchange options – the difference is the hassle-free component which is generally not found with normal property syndication.”
A lot can be learnt from previous World Cups and other tournaments of that magnitude such as the Olympic Games. Greece did not promote the property market to the extent that Barcelona and Sydney did. The latter capitalised on the publicity and promoted Spain and Australia as great places to tour and to own a second home.
Similarly the property prices in Paris escalated by between 60-100% within the first year after the 2002 World Cup in France.
Butana Komphela, chairperson of parliament's sport and recreation committee warned that the experience of the Soccer World Cup in Japan and South Korea showed the job creation forecasts were hugely overestimated. However, even Mbembe agrees the World Cup will boost investment and tourism in the longer term - as long as South Africa can utlise the promotional value the world cup would render.
Lourens van Wyk (Industrial Psychologist)
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=L_Van_Wyk
“The influx of foreign capital is great, however, insignificant in comparison to the huge spin-offs the publicity will have for South Africa”, says Lodewyk Joubert, CEO of Syndation. “Over a billion people are expected to follow the month-long tournament between the world’s top 32 soccer playing nations”.
Andrew Golding, CE of the Pam Golding Property Group confirms that the potential spin-offs are far-reaching. As soccer enjoys a large following, countries that have not been exposed to South Africa before will be in 2010.
“Just imagine what will be promoted on TV during this period”, Joubert says. “Images of our natural beauty – of Table Mountain, the Kruger National Park and the bushveld, the Southern Cape coastline, the Kalahari and a few other places will be brought to billions of households around the globe.
If we do this correctly, it will be an advertising campaign for luxury lifestyle ownership in South Africa on a scale that has never been seen before!”
Jose Ventura, MD of Pam Golding VIP, made the connection recently that the future of luxury lifestyle ownership lies in stress-free fractional ownership.
"There are clear and distinct differences between property syndications and high-end fractional ownership. The two should not be confused”, says Stephen Rademeyer, of Syndation. “High-end fractional ownership is a fully managed service with international and local exchange options – the difference is the hassle-free component which is generally not found with normal property syndication.”
A lot can be learnt from previous World Cups and other tournaments of that magnitude such as the Olympic Games. Greece did not promote the property market to the extent that Barcelona and Sydney did. The latter capitalised on the publicity and promoted Spain and Australia as great places to tour and to own a second home.
Similarly the property prices in Paris escalated by between 60-100% within the first year after the 2002 World Cup in France.
Butana Komphela, chairperson of parliament's sport and recreation committee warned that the experience of the Soccer World Cup in Japan and South Korea showed the job creation forecasts were hugely overestimated. However, even Mbembe agrees the World Cup will boost investment and tourism in the longer term - as long as South Africa can utlise the promotional value the world cup would render.
Lourens van Wyk (Industrial Psychologist)
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=L_Van_Wyk
World Cup Soccer: Football That Unites The World
In every sporting event one can invariably find a player, a team, a nation, poised to become the next memorable story – a story that will survive the test of time and go down in history. The FIFA World Cup is unique, in that, every country can qualify. It is the only tournament that can unite the world with its common passion for the sport. It is a tournament where everyone celebrates, dances, and rejoices in the streets of their capitals, exulting in the spectacular feats of their players, their teams and their nation.
But what makes the World Cup particularly extraordinary is the national pride that it inspires, especially for the first time qualifiers. Since the first tentative World Cup in Uruguay in 1930, World Cup history was not only about the winner or winning the title, but about the stories. World Cup history resonates with the back-stories that echo through time - of players, teams and nations that surprised the world by achieving the unexpected. From the poignant moments of the underdogs and the worlds Cinderella teams, to the birth of legends and the brilliance of the football giants – the World Cup brings joy to every nation. It is about the stories of players, teams and nations taking it to the highest levels; the stories about emotions and pride that unites the world.
At 2006 FIFA World Cup, we welcome the heavy favorites - from the European continent and all the way to the South American continent. For these giants, winning is everything. In their spirit is held the promise of thrilling showdowns, individual feats of brilliance and the majestic harmony in motion of a team united in its quest for the world’s most coveted prize in football. Will the European contenders - Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Netherlands, France, and England have the firepower to overcome the South American power forces from Brazil and Argentina, or will the world be dancing to the samba beat again this year?
What about the other European contenders, the lesser known South American teams, or the North American and Central American zone teams? Or better yet, the Australians? Let’s not overlook the African continent! Will the trophy finally make its first trip south of the Mediterranean Sea? For that matter, even the Asian continent and their desire to bring Asian football to new international acclaim should be considered.
At the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany, we hope to see these underdogs, long shots, and Cinderella teams. There is always something special about the underdogs for winning is not everything to them. Simply by qualifying to walk onto the world stage, they have realized their goals and sparked the hopes of their nation. Armed with this impossible hope, win or lose, they are there to defend their national pride, and valiantly defend it they will, sometimes to the very chagrin and amazement of disbelieving onlookers.
As football fans across all continents count down to the opening day of 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany, BetUS Sportsbook has launched its 2006 World Cup betting portal for soccer betting enthusiasts around the world. What a day it shall be, June 9th 2006! What a month it shall be, until the truth will set us all free on July 9th 2006! The whole world will be looking to Germany from June to July, watching history in the making. There will be sorrow, there will be joy. There will be dreams crushed, there will be dreams made. There will be silence in the streets, there will be rejoicing and dancing in the streets. After all, this is the World Cup, the tournament of tournaments. So may the best national team win!
Natalie Aranda writes about sports and entertainment. As soccer fans across all continents count down to the opening day of 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany, BetUS Sportsbook has launched its 2006 World Cup betting portal for soccer betting enthusiasts around the world. What a day it shall be, June 9th 2006! What a month it shall be, until the truth will set us all free on July 9th 2006!
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Natalie_Aranda
But what makes the World Cup particularly extraordinary is the national pride that it inspires, especially for the first time qualifiers. Since the first tentative World Cup in Uruguay in 1930, World Cup history was not only about the winner or winning the title, but about the stories. World Cup history resonates with the back-stories that echo through time - of players, teams and nations that surprised the world by achieving the unexpected. From the poignant moments of the underdogs and the worlds Cinderella teams, to the birth of legends and the brilliance of the football giants – the World Cup brings joy to every nation. It is about the stories of players, teams and nations taking it to the highest levels; the stories about emotions and pride that unites the world.
At 2006 FIFA World Cup, we welcome the heavy favorites - from the European continent and all the way to the South American continent. For these giants, winning is everything. In their spirit is held the promise of thrilling showdowns, individual feats of brilliance and the majestic harmony in motion of a team united in its quest for the world’s most coveted prize in football. Will the European contenders - Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Netherlands, France, and England have the firepower to overcome the South American power forces from Brazil and Argentina, or will the world be dancing to the samba beat again this year?
What about the other European contenders, the lesser known South American teams, or the North American and Central American zone teams? Or better yet, the Australians? Let’s not overlook the African continent! Will the trophy finally make its first trip south of the Mediterranean Sea? For that matter, even the Asian continent and their desire to bring Asian football to new international acclaim should be considered.
At the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany, we hope to see these underdogs, long shots, and Cinderella teams. There is always something special about the underdogs for winning is not everything to them. Simply by qualifying to walk onto the world stage, they have realized their goals and sparked the hopes of their nation. Armed with this impossible hope, win or lose, they are there to defend their national pride, and valiantly defend it they will, sometimes to the very chagrin and amazement of disbelieving onlookers.
As football fans across all continents count down to the opening day of 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany, BetUS Sportsbook has launched its 2006 World Cup betting portal for soccer betting enthusiasts around the world. What a day it shall be, June 9th 2006! What a month it shall be, until the truth will set us all free on July 9th 2006! The whole world will be looking to Germany from June to July, watching history in the making. There will be sorrow, there will be joy. There will be dreams crushed, there will be dreams made. There will be silence in the streets, there will be rejoicing and dancing in the streets. After all, this is the World Cup, the tournament of tournaments. So may the best national team win!
Natalie Aranda writes about sports and entertainment. As soccer fans across all continents count down to the opening day of 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany, BetUS Sportsbook has launched its 2006 World Cup betting portal for soccer betting enthusiasts around the world. What a day it shall be, June 9th 2006! What a month it shall be, until the truth will set us all free on July 9th 2006!
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Natalie_Aranda
World Cup 2010 in South Africa
The South Africa World Cup Preparations are on track! The 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising Committee met this week and announced that all stadiums are on schedule and outstanding disputes regarding a new stadium in Cape Town at Green Point have been resolved. Concerns that the World Cup venues in Durban and Cape Town may run over budget have also been addressed with all stadia now coming in on budget. All the 2010 World Cup stadiums are set to be completed by October 31st 2009.
It was also announced that Durban will play host to the 2010 World Cup qualifying draw. This will take place at Durban’s International Convention centre on November 23rd 2007. Preparations for the first World Cup on the African continent are already well underway, despite the last World Cup having been less than a year ago. The qualifying draw will be the official launch of the tournament and will be broadcast live to over 200 countries.
It has been said that South Africa is further along with preparations than Germany was at the same stage before the last World Cup. There were rumours that Australia would take over the role as host to the World Cup. Sepp Blatter, FIFA president, denied these rumours. He assured the world that this speculation was wrong and the tournament would remain in South Africa.
The 2010 World Cup will run from June 11th until July 11th. 13 European nations, 5 Asian and Oceania teams and a total of 8 qualifiers for the American continent will contest the tournament. Hosts, South Africa, qualify automatically. They take their place alongside 5 other African nations.
Neighbouring countries may be brought in to provide base camps for competing nations with Mozambique, Angola and Namibia possibly under consideration.
The 2010 World Cup will be held in South Africa after FIFA decided to host the competition on the African continent for the first time. South Africa won the nomination from unlucky bidders Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia and Libya.
9 cities will host the games. Johannesburg, which will have two venues, will stage matches along with Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, Nelspruit, Polokwane and Rustenburg.
The unofficial site of the FIFA 2010 World Cup
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Marius Bezuidenhout - EzineArticles Expert Author
It was also announced that Durban will play host to the 2010 World Cup qualifying draw. This will take place at Durban’s International Convention centre on November 23rd 2007. Preparations for the first World Cup on the African continent are already well underway, despite the last World Cup having been less than a year ago. The qualifying draw will be the official launch of the tournament and will be broadcast live to over 200 countries.
It has been said that South Africa is further along with preparations than Germany was at the same stage before the last World Cup. There were rumours that Australia would take over the role as host to the World Cup. Sepp Blatter, FIFA president, denied these rumours. He assured the world that this speculation was wrong and the tournament would remain in South Africa.
The 2010 World Cup will run from June 11th until July 11th. 13 European nations, 5 Asian and Oceania teams and a total of 8 qualifiers for the American continent will contest the tournament. Hosts, South Africa, qualify automatically. They take their place alongside 5 other African nations.
Neighbouring countries may be brought in to provide base camps for competing nations with Mozambique, Angola and Namibia possibly under consideration.
The 2010 World Cup will be held in South Africa after FIFA decided to host the competition on the African continent for the first time. South Africa won the nomination from unlucky bidders Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia and Libya.
9 cities will host the games. Johannesburg, which will have two venues, will stage matches along with Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, Nelspruit, Polokwane and Rustenburg.
The unofficial site of the FIFA 2010 World Cup
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Marius_Bezuidenhout
Marius Bezuidenhout - EzineArticles Expert Author
Honeymoon Safaris in South Africa
South Africa is a country of extreme beauty and natural wonders. Honeymooners are increasingly looking at South Africa as the ideal honeymoon destination. Safari Honeymoons have become a firm favourite amongst newlyweds as they combine the adventures of the wild with luxury accommodation and treatment. After the stress filled months leading up to a wedding it is important for a bride and groom to spend time with one another away from it all, why not spend it revelling in the awesome beauty of the African bushveld and experiencing the wonders of nature together?
Planning Tips
When you are deciding on your honeymoon location, focus on things that are important to you as a couple and select a destination that neither one of you has been to so it will be a new as well as a bonding experience for both of you. Decide on the style of safari honeymoon you would like to have, establish whether you are looking for adventure or luxury or a unique combination of both. It is also helpful if you prearrange special treats for the both of you before you arrive such as such as a massage or a sunset cruise to enhance the romantic experience. It is advisable, when booking air tickets to your destination to make your wife’s reservation in her maiden name so it corresponds to her passport. You should always check with your GP a few months before you are due to leave as to what medical precautions, if any, you should be taking.
Safari in Africa
The word safari is rooted in Swahili, one of South Africa’s traditional languages. Meaning “long journey”, it is most often used to describe an overland adventure through African national parks to observe wild life in their natural habitats. South Africa is synonymous with the term the ‘Big Five’, the promise of seeing these magnificent creatures up close and personal lures many wildlife enthusiasts to the numerous parks and reserves scattered around South Africa. Safari is often thought to be a tough experience, roughing it in the wild. This is a common misconception. Many of South Africa’s game reserves are home to stunning and luxurious accommodation offerings which are often utilised for romantic Honeymoon getaways.
Luxurious Safari Offerings
The most famous amongst all safari destinations in South Africa is the world renowned Kruger National Park and its surrounding reserves. Situated in the Kruger National Park the Singita Lembo Lodge offers honeymooners a slice of paradise amongst the wild terrains and animals that roam the Kruger National. The Sabi Sands reserve is located within the Kruger Park, the absence of any restrictive fences between the two reserves allows for excellent game viewing opportunities. Sabi Sabi Game Lodge is a firm favourite amongst travellers seeking romantic getaway spots whilst the ultra-luxurious Ulusaba Lodge(owned by Sir Richard Branson) offers panoramic views of the African landscape and its spectacular sunsets.
Apart from living in 5 star luxury for the duration on your stay at these lodges you can partake in game drives at various times of the day and night, guided foot and fly-in safaris as well as self-drive safaris. The memory of witnessing a herd of elephants frolicking at the watering hole at sunset will be forever etched onto your soul.
After the Sunset
There is something spectacularly mystifying about sharing an African adventure with someone you love. Being surrounded by pure natural beauty with the person you have decided to spend your life is a truly sublime experience.
When you return home to the reality of your new lives together and to the everyday pressures of life the memories of your African Honeymoon will linger.
Superior Choices specialises in luxury accommodation in some of South Africa’s most renowned game reserves which are ideal locations for uniquely romantic escapes. Why not celebrate your honeymoon with a luxurious safari under the African sun.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Sarah_Manners
Planning Tips
When you are deciding on your honeymoon location, focus on things that are important to you as a couple and select a destination that neither one of you has been to so it will be a new as well as a bonding experience for both of you. Decide on the style of safari honeymoon you would like to have, establish whether you are looking for adventure or luxury or a unique combination of both. It is also helpful if you prearrange special treats for the both of you before you arrive such as such as a massage or a sunset cruise to enhance the romantic experience. It is advisable, when booking air tickets to your destination to make your wife’s reservation in her maiden name so it corresponds to her passport. You should always check with your GP a few months before you are due to leave as to what medical precautions, if any, you should be taking.
Safari in Africa
The word safari is rooted in Swahili, one of South Africa’s traditional languages. Meaning “long journey”, it is most often used to describe an overland adventure through African national parks to observe wild life in their natural habitats. South Africa is synonymous with the term the ‘Big Five’, the promise of seeing these magnificent creatures up close and personal lures many wildlife enthusiasts to the numerous parks and reserves scattered around South Africa. Safari is often thought to be a tough experience, roughing it in the wild. This is a common misconception. Many of South Africa’s game reserves are home to stunning and luxurious accommodation offerings which are often utilised for romantic Honeymoon getaways.
Luxurious Safari Offerings
The most famous amongst all safari destinations in South Africa is the world renowned Kruger National Park and its surrounding reserves. Situated in the Kruger National Park the Singita Lembo Lodge offers honeymooners a slice of paradise amongst the wild terrains and animals that roam the Kruger National. The Sabi Sands reserve is located within the Kruger Park, the absence of any restrictive fences between the two reserves allows for excellent game viewing opportunities. Sabi Sabi Game Lodge is a firm favourite amongst travellers seeking romantic getaway spots whilst the ultra-luxurious Ulusaba Lodge(owned by Sir Richard Branson) offers panoramic views of the African landscape and its spectacular sunsets.
Apart from living in 5 star luxury for the duration on your stay at these lodges you can partake in game drives at various times of the day and night, guided foot and fly-in safaris as well as self-drive safaris. The memory of witnessing a herd of elephants frolicking at the watering hole at sunset will be forever etched onto your soul.
After the Sunset
There is something spectacularly mystifying about sharing an African adventure with someone you love. Being surrounded by pure natural beauty with the person you have decided to spend your life is a truly sublime experience.
When you return home to the reality of your new lives together and to the everyday pressures of life the memories of your African Honeymoon will linger.
Superior Choices specialises in luxury accommodation in some of South Africa’s most renowned game reserves which are ideal locations for uniquely romantic escapes. Why not celebrate your honeymoon with a luxurious safari under the African sun.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Sarah_Manners
Cape Town Glamour - Cape Town Holiday Accommodation
When an international multi-award winning band toured South Africa last year, they were asked why they haven’t toured in SA before. The frontman replied that the main reason for this was that South Africa “just seemed too far out of the way.” Now, surely most South Africans would ask, “but what about the land ‘down-under?’” Isn’t that even more “out of the way” than South Africa? It just seemed like such an unconvincing excuse and that it had rather more to do with making money than anything else.
It has its benefits
Now although this is understandable due to the value of the South African Rand in Dollar terms, recent years seem to have drawn many more acts to South Africa, specifically to the Western Cape. Cape Town has since 1994 slowly but surely grown to become an international ‘Film City.’ This development has benefited more than just the film and advertising industry, but also the South African economy on the whole.
South Africa suddenly doesn’t seem to be as ‘out of the way’ as before, because with this development came business, big business. Since it is at least 30% cheaper than Europe and the US and 20% cheaper than the land down-under, the Western Cape has become an international film producer’s heaven on earth. Not only because of costs but also because nature has blessed the Western Cape with a cosmopolitan look and feel.
A worldly platter
The Western Cape offers everything film makers require and more. Whether it’s a street in Hong Kong or 1960’s London, the Western Cape’s geographical and architectural diversity has it all. With the Cape Winelands just perfect for that certain ‘je ne sais qua’ French atmosphere and the coast’s Californian style sunny beach vibe, it makes perfect sense for the film and advertising world to flock here.
While Europe and the States are freezing away during their winter months, South Africa enjoys fourteen hours of sunny summer days. This makes it an ideal location to shoot new summer catalogues and commercials before the European summer begins.
Stargazing
With such an amazing combination of multiple cultures in the Western Cape, it has come to the international filmmakers’ attention that hiring local talent is not such a bad idea. South Africans are renowned for their hardworking attitude and it helps that most South Africans are fluent in English, not to mention the cost effectiveness of hiring an unknown South African. This makes for a win-win situation for both the industry and the individual.
This development has also brought many well-known names to our front door. Just recently the likes of Nicolas Cage, Jared Leto, Kevin Spacey, Meg Ryan, John Malkovich and Leonardo Dicaprio, to name just a few, were seen out and about in the Mother City, leaving most of her citizens completely star-struck.
The whole enchilada
With regular filming on South African locations, the Hollywood door has opened up for South Africa. Celebrities not only come here to make movies and meet our Madiba, but also see Cape Town as the “out of the way” getaway. Cape Town has become the perfect holiday accommodation for the entertainment world. Secluded and away from the paparazzi, perfect weather conditions, beautiful locations, and five star accommodations, everything an A-list celebrity could ask for.
The tables have turned
Even those who do not follow the life and lies of the Hollywood-celebrities wouldn’t mind experiencing the lifestyle of one and with Hollywood and the rest of the entertainment community knocking on our door; it doesn’t seem all that farfetched.
It seems that Capetonians are the ones leading the lifestyle that every superstar wants, and like some well kept Hollywood secret, the news is leaking out. The Cape Town highlife has been announced to the world and everyone wants to experience the life of a Capetonian. And now like true movie magic, South Africa does not seem quite so far out of the way anymore.
To have your own superstar experience, book in at any Cape Town Holiday accommodation and indulge in an A-list lifestyle.
Also see Flights from Cape Town to London for more info.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Lulie_Swanepoel
It has its benefits
Now although this is understandable due to the value of the South African Rand in Dollar terms, recent years seem to have drawn many more acts to South Africa, specifically to the Western Cape. Cape Town has since 1994 slowly but surely grown to become an international ‘Film City.’ This development has benefited more than just the film and advertising industry, but also the South African economy on the whole.
South Africa suddenly doesn’t seem to be as ‘out of the way’ as before, because with this development came business, big business. Since it is at least 30% cheaper than Europe and the US and 20% cheaper than the land down-under, the Western Cape has become an international film producer’s heaven on earth. Not only because of costs but also because nature has blessed the Western Cape with a cosmopolitan look and feel.
A worldly platter
The Western Cape offers everything film makers require and more. Whether it’s a street in Hong Kong or 1960’s London, the Western Cape’s geographical and architectural diversity has it all. With the Cape Winelands just perfect for that certain ‘je ne sais qua’ French atmosphere and the coast’s Californian style sunny beach vibe, it makes perfect sense for the film and advertising world to flock here.
While Europe and the States are freezing away during their winter months, South Africa enjoys fourteen hours of sunny summer days. This makes it an ideal location to shoot new summer catalogues and commercials before the European summer begins.
Stargazing
With such an amazing combination of multiple cultures in the Western Cape, it has come to the international filmmakers’ attention that hiring local talent is not such a bad idea. South Africans are renowned for their hardworking attitude and it helps that most South Africans are fluent in English, not to mention the cost effectiveness of hiring an unknown South African. This makes for a win-win situation for both the industry and the individual.
This development has also brought many well-known names to our front door. Just recently the likes of Nicolas Cage, Jared Leto, Kevin Spacey, Meg Ryan, John Malkovich and Leonardo Dicaprio, to name just a few, were seen out and about in the Mother City, leaving most of her citizens completely star-struck.
The whole enchilada
With regular filming on South African locations, the Hollywood door has opened up for South Africa. Celebrities not only come here to make movies and meet our Madiba, but also see Cape Town as the “out of the way” getaway. Cape Town has become the perfect holiday accommodation for the entertainment world. Secluded and away from the paparazzi, perfect weather conditions, beautiful locations, and five star accommodations, everything an A-list celebrity could ask for.
The tables have turned
Even those who do not follow the life and lies of the Hollywood-celebrities wouldn’t mind experiencing the lifestyle of one and with Hollywood and the rest of the entertainment community knocking on our door; it doesn’t seem all that farfetched.
It seems that Capetonians are the ones leading the lifestyle that every superstar wants, and like some well kept Hollywood secret, the news is leaking out. The Cape Town highlife has been announced to the world and everyone wants to experience the life of a Capetonian. And now like true movie magic, South Africa does not seem quite so far out of the way anymore.
To have your own superstar experience, book in at any Cape Town Holiday accommodation and indulge in an A-list lifestyle.
Also see Flights from Cape Town to London for more info.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Lulie_Swanepoel
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