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SA's airports gear up for 2010 influx

To make sure the country can handle the expected massive influx of visitors for the 2010 Fifa World Cup, South Africa's airports have been undergoing major upgrades, and with seven months to go until kick-off, the final touches are being applied.

Pretoria Airport ready for 2010

Wonderboom National Airport in Tshwane/Pretoria, recently updgraded to the tune of R440-million, is expected to be used extensively by fans and Fifa delegates travelling to and from the city during the 2010 Fifa World Cup.

Watersport fun on the South Coast

Scottburgh on the KwaZulu-Natal south coast hosts the 2009 South Coast Surf Carnival from 7 to 8 November. It's all about watersports, and includes kiteboarding, longboard surfing, paddleboarding and, for the first time, kayak fishing.

Hotels in South Africa

SA's hotels range from family-friendly inns to spa and casino resorts to five-star international award-winners, all noted for quality service and warm hospitality. Find the stay best suited to your needs – and take a look at some of the country's top establishments.

Durban: two airports for 2010

While the R7-billion international airport at La Mercy, north of Durban, will be open well in time for the 2010 Fifa World Cup, Durban International will continue to operate in order to accommodate the surge in passengers arriving for the tournament.

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