South African Travel Digest

South African landscape.  Image credit: TpsDave. Because there are thousands of information to read about travel to South Africa  it can sometimes be hard to decide which ones to use. It is important to go prepared to South Africa as it has such a rich history, culture and diverse population.  Many visitors download information from the Internet but I would suggest to buy some books which you can  keep to remind you of your visit.  Before you travel to South Africa it is important to at least obtain some background on its history, culture, politics, most important attractions and wines.  My suggestion of five books can all be bought on Amazon and are thus easily accessible.  South African history and culture For all the essential background information on South African history and culture, I recommend: The South Africa Reader: History, Culture, Politics (The World Readers) [Kindle Edition]  Clifton Crais (Editor),...

 T he Susan Kruger ferry. A visit to Cape Town is half-finished without experiencing Robben Island, about 7 kilometres from the mainland.  Robben Island is very much part of the culture and complexities of South Africans and a rich part of our history and heritage.  Permitting weather conditions, tours depart daily from the Nelson Gateway at the Cape Town Waterfront.  It is best to purchase tickets online in advance as these tours are popular and tend to become fully booked  rather quickly.  The trip with the Susan Kruger ferry takes about 30 minutes with splendid views of Table Mountain and the city of Cape Town.  After disembarking on Robben Island, a bus with a tour guide awaits which will take you to various places of interest on the island.   The tour guide is very well-informed about the island and will entertain you with various real-life tales.  The bus stops at the following places of interest: The Moturu Kram...