Cape Town is the third largest city of South Africa with a population of almost 3.5 million and has been the city of the South African Parliament since 2004. Between October and march, Cape Town is a popular attraction for many tourism which is shown by their growing numbers in recent years. This in turn has made Cape town an important economic sector for the country. One of the favourite sites of tourists is the Table Mountain but the city has plenty more to offer. Museums, historic buildings, Castles and the oldest surviving building in South Africa are all options worth considering.

With around 737 600 inhabitants, the city of Port Elizabeth is the fifth largest city in South Africa and is situated directly on the Indian Ocean. Visit the large leisure complex 'The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World' and the many museums that can be found there or go shopping in the huge shopping center of Greenacres.

East London is situated in the Eastern Cape of South Africa and has approximately 456 000 inhabitants. For the 60 year jubilee of Queen Victora, a town hall was erected here in in 1987 which is still preserved. If you are a lover of the summer time, make sure you visit East London for a nice relaxing day on the beach.

Durban is situated on the Indian Ocean on the east coast of South Africa. Durban is South Africa's second biggest city, with slightly more than 3 million inhabitants, and is one of the most important industrial cities in the country. The beaches and the subtropical climate make Durban a popular spot for vacationers from around the world. Watersport enthusiasts will be extremely impressed by the activities on offer and the cultural side of the city boasts many museums, theatres and botanical gardens.

Richards Bay is located in the province of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. The city has many sports facilities and a fantastic landscape with numrous bays and lagoons. Try your hand at surfing, visit the wildlife Richards Bay Game Reserve park or get an astonishing view of the beach and port from atop the Lighthouse.

Maputo is the capital of Mozambique. The city's new developments on Avenida Marginal, wide selection of hotels and restaurants and its well-stocked supermarkets make it into the country's most forward place. Maputo is a must-see if you want to get to know Mozambique. It is said to be one of Africa's prettiest capital cities thanks to its Mediterranean-style buildings, jacaranda-lined avenues, lively culture and leisurely sea side life. Maputo is pricier than other places, however, there is enough variety for any budget.

Dar es Salaam, colloquially known as 'Dar', with 2.7 million inhabitants is the largest city in Tanzania and the economic center of the country. It is the seat of government and several universities are located here. Visitors can relax on the sandy beaches or spend time in the areas museums.

Zanzibar (formally known as Unguja) is the largest and most populated island in the Zanzibar Archipelago in Tanzania. The island has some of the best beaches in the world and is very popular with water sports enthusiasts. Zanzibar Town, the island's capital is home to a mix of cultures from Africa, Arabia, India and Europe and is thus very popular with visitors. There are, however, other beautiful places on Zanzibar, some brilliantly tranquil and others are a party buzz.