FIFA World Cup 2010 in South Africa
Contrary to what some believe, for the traveler that has never visited South Africa, lions do not roam the streets, our water is drinkable, the locals do speak English, we do have telephones and our beer is the best in the world! So, coming to South Africa to enjoy the FIFA World Cup 2010, will be as big an experience, as any other location in the world. South Africa is proud to be hosting the 2010 World Cup, and have gone to considerable lengths to ensure that soccer enthusiast will enjoy every moment of their stay.
Being awarded to host the 2010 World Cup, will create an estimated 129 000 jobs, and contribute to South Africa’s economy. Fifa were searching for an African country to host World Cup 2010, and saw tremendous potential for South Africa to host a spectacular world cup tournament. The entire South Africa supports this magnificent event and even the mobile companies, such as MTN, have ensured that South Africa will be ready to watch every game on their cellular phones. The soccer games will be held at the following stadiums: Soccer City in Johannesburg, recently revamped to accommodate 104 000 fans; Ellis Park in Johannesburg, with a seating capacity of 60 000; Greenpoint Stadium in Cape Town, to be built for the 2010 World Cup with a capacity of 70 000; King Senzangakhona Staduim in Durban, to be built for the 2010 World Cup to seat 80 000; Nelson Mandela Stadium in Port Elizabeth, to be built for the World Cup 2010; Loftus Versveld in Pretoria, being upgraded with a capacity of 45 000; Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein, upgraded with a capacity of 45 000; Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg, with a 45 000 capacity; Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, with an upgrade to a capacity of 40 000; and Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit, especially built for the 2010 World Cup to accommodate 30 000 fans.
As in any country, South Africa does have a certain level of crime, and visitors to the country can protect themselves from crime by implementing basic safety precautions. Visitors should ensure that they do not put themselves in vulnerable positions, such as walking around alone at night, and venturing into areas they are unsure of. Visitors to South Africa can be assured of first class accommodation, good food and friendly locals. Cozy pubs, pulsating night clubs, romantic restaurants and a festive night life is scattered throughout every city, and other entertainment such as cinema and shopping is also available. The South African currency is Rand and professional, world class banks and ATM’s are in every town and city.
Also being upgraded in anticipation of the World Cup 2010 is the public transport systems. Busses, taxi’s and trains will be available to transport soccer spectators to and from the stadiums. The World Cup 2010 Soccer tournament in South Africa will be an unforgettable experience, and for the traveler that might be disappointed that lions do not roam the streets, there are Game Reserves and National Parks where you will be guaranteed to see the African Big 5.
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