South Africa

Tudor - Cape Town, South Africa - January, 2007
Quaint and central accommodations (12.01.2008 11:11)
The Tudor Hotel is conveniently located on Greenmarket Square, adjacent to the Park Inn, which happens to have an intimate and cosy bar. It is the oldest hotel in Cape Town and therefore has such oddities as a minute, cranky elevator and somewhat small rooms. The bathroom was small and somewhat claustrophobic, consisting only of a toilet, shower and art deco basin. There is no restaurant or bar [more...]

Citysightseeing Cape Town - Cape Town, South Africa
Hop-on, Hop-off and don't forget the sunscreen! (12.01.2008 10:35)
The sightseeing bus tour offers two itineraries viz. the so-called Red Route and the Blue Route. Discounted tickets for persons taking both tours are available and, being reasonably priced at approximately 18 Euro for both itineraries, I consider this the most hassle free method of gaining a brief overview of the most popular tourist spots. Buses run at intervals of approximately 30 minutes and [more...]

Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House - Port St Johns, South Africa - December, 2005
Pure bliss in Port St Johns (01.08.2006 14:49)
Surrounded by virgin forests and an unadulterated African landscape of mountains, river and ocean views, this well-maintained property consists of three adjoining houses and functions both as a guest house and self-catering establishment. Set in immense, natural gardens with awe inspiring views of the Umzimvubu River, ocean, mountains and nearby golf course, the Umzimvubu Retreat Guest House is a [more...]