{"id":216633,"date":"2019-08-01T11:47:08","date_gmt":"2019-08-01T09:47:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/travel\/5-south-african-holiday-destinations-visit-summer\/"},"modified":"2020-10-01T09:35:59","modified_gmt":"2020-10-01T07:35:59","slug":"5-south-african-holiday-destinations-visit-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/develop.citizen.co.za\/germiston-city-news\/lifestyle-news\/2019\/08\/01\/5-south-african-holiday-destinations-visit-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"5 South African holiday destinations you should visit this summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.afristay.com\/accounts\/claim-voucher\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-224355 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/albertonrecord.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2019\/08\/Afristay_VoucherGiveAway_Article_button2.jpg\" width=\"450\" height=\"234\" \/><\/a><\/p><div class=\"stream-item stream-item-in-post stream-item-inline-post aligncenter\"><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Traveling has never been this easy with Afristay. In the spirit of tourism month in September,<\/p><div class=\"stream-item stream-item-in-post stream-item-inline-post aligncenter\"><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.afristay.com\/\">Afristay<\/a> is helping you get one step closer to booking your dream holiday!<\/p>\n<p>How, you ask? Afristay is giving away 1000x R300 travel vouchers.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s not all\u2026 You can also refer 2 or more friends and they will receive a R300 voucher too<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In addition to gifting you with vouchers by Afristay, we\u2019ve also taken the liberty to compile a list of five South African holiday destinations that you should visit.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left\"><strong>1.) Wild Coast, Eastern Cape<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-224364 size-large alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/albertonrecord.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2019\/08\/White_Clay_Resort_-_Coffee_Bay.jpg.1366x768_q85_crop_upscale-800x450.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Wild Coast is approximately 250km of coastline located north of East London in the Eastern Cape. It is also known as \u2018the Transkei\u2019 and is notorious for its breathtaking hiking trails, beach horse rides, wakeboarding, waterskiing and segway tours amongst many other fun activities.<\/p>\n<p>What better place to spend your next summer vacation than in a secluded area in nature, far away from the hustle and bustle of city life? Perfect for baecations, girl trips, family vacations and even solocations\u2026 why not spend your R300 Afristay voucher in paradise?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>2.) Club Mykonos, Langebaan<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-224360 size-large alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/albertonrecord.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2019\/08\/Club_Mykonos_Resort__106.JPG.1366x768_q85_crop_upscale-800x450.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Greece is a popular tourist destination that has gained notoriety for its beautiful architecture and spectacular views. However, not everyone has the budget required to visit Greece. Not all hope is lost, though. Our solution is to visit Club Mykonos in Langebaan, Western Cape. Experience the Greek island of Mykonos in South Africa at a fraction of the cost.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This family-friendly holiday destination offers an array of entertainment, delicious food, boat rides, fishing and even an unforgettable educational tour that will teach you more about the Indigenous people of South Africa\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u2014\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">the San.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What are you waiting for? Use your R300 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.afristay.com\/accounts\/claim-voucher\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Afristay voucher <\/a>to get you started on planning your \u2018Greek\u2019 vacation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>3.) Blyde River Canyon, Mpumalanga<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: right\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-224361 size-large alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/albertonrecord.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2019\/08\/43766815_1.jpg.1366x768_q85_crop_upscale-800x450.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If paradise was a place on earth, it would definitely be the Blyde River Canyon! Amidst the regal Drakensberg Mountains, the Blyde River Canyon is one of the biggest of its kind on earth. It is about 750 metres deep and spans 25 kilometres.<\/p>\n<p>Surrounded by luscious, green vegetation, the fresh air in this area is crisp and clean. The majestic waterfalls and tranquil atmosphere is sure to have you feeling aligned and at peace.<\/p>\n<p>If you are a true nature lover or simply just want to appreciate the wonder of life, you will not regret using your R300 voucher to book an accommodation in paradise on earth.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>4.) The Vaal River, Gauteng<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-224362 size-large alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/albertonrecord.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2019\/08\/View_from_balcony.jpg.1366x768_q85_crop_upscale-800x450.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Gauteng isn&#8217;t usually considered as a holiday destination however, there are quite a few options worth exploring for your next trip. One of them is the Vaal River &#8211; perfect for you and your family.<\/p>\n<p>With a range of entertainment and fun activities such as watersports as well as historic sites like the Vredefort Crater (one of the world\u2019s oldest meteor impact sites) and the Sharpeville Human Rights Precinct, you\u2019re sure to have a good time whilst learning more about South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><strong>5.) Madikwe Game Reserve, Limpopo<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-224363 size-large alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/albertonrecord.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2019\/08\/Madikwe-River-Lodge-signature-31.jpg.1366x768_q85_crop_upscale-800x450.jpg\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Conservation areas are a great place to unwind. Being surrounded by nature and animals can bring wonder into life. At Madikwe Game Reserve, you can see the Big 5, 66 large mammal species and about 300 different bird species. Be amazed by the splendour of nature and spend your R300 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.afristay.com\/accounts\/claim-voucher\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Afristay voucher<\/a> here.<\/p>\n<div class=\"stream-item stream-item-below-post-content\">\n<div class='tenancy_slot tenancy_slot_1 jannah_ad' style='display: none;' data-query-id='5281af1e6b93de5524c8f7a047c7d2ec'><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Traveling has never been this easy with Afristay. 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