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The 2010 World Cup opens in Johannesburg
Written by MichaelZ on February 5, 2010 – 6:50 pm -The opening ceremony for the 2010 World Cup will take place in Johannesburg South Africa for the first time ever. In fact, this event will be the first one ever held on the Continent of Africa. Johannesburg is one of nine host cities and will host four more first round matches in addition to the first match of the tournament. This city of nearly four million residents will also host one second round match and one quarterfinal match before hosting the finals on July 11th. The tournament begins on June 11th, 2010 and takes place during the South African winter season. The Soccer City Stadium will seat 94,700 football fans and is the largest of all the ten stadiums among the host cities.
It is best for you to find and book your world cup trip early to get lower prices. You can put together a do it yourself package or you can look for all inclusive world cup packages to get tickets, transportation, travel, accommodations and sightseeing options all for one affordable price. Booking an all inclusive package will prove cheaper overall due to the discount on various travel options.
Johannesburg has a subtropical highland climate. Snow is rare during the winter but it has been known to snow during the winter period in South Africa. Get advice on what clothing you should take with you to South Africa for the world cup period. World cup packages to Johannesburg are available from anywhere in the world, but you will need to reserve them early if you’re traveling on a budget. However, if money is not a problem then all you have to do is to contact a trustworthy and reliable World Cup package agent and simply tell them what you want to do, and leave them to craft the perfect holiday for you and your family and friends.Regardless of how much you want to spend, look for a travel agent who is qualified and can produce the package you want.
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What You Should Know Before Leaving for the World Cup
Written by MichaelZ on January 26, 2010 – 12:28 pm -Millions of football fans will descend on South Africa during the month of June in order to attend the world largest sporting event, having booked one of the many world cup packages that are currently on offer. The 2010 World Cup will take place between June11th and July 11th, spread among nine host cities including Johannesburg, Cape Town and Port Elizabeth to name just a few. However there are a few things you need to know before you board your plane. First off, you will need a passport to enter the country. You won’t, however, need a visa unless you plan to stay longer than ninety days. Your passport should also remain valid for at least 30 days after you’re scheduled to leave South Africa.
Planning your trip early and using a reputable and registered travel agent will allow you get the best deals that you r money can buy. Locating these world cup packages will take a little patience and homework but it will be worth it in the end. In fact, with the World Cup it is better to book everything in advance to eliminate the hassle for when you get there. Booking well in advance allows you to able to enjoy all the festivities of the tournament stress free as well as danger free. The World Cup will play during South Africa’s winter season, so it will be cool and rainy depending on which city you happen to spend time in. Think weather similar to that found in California in America or in Southwestern Australia in the land down under.
Transportation between the nine host cities will be either by high speed rail, rapid transit bus, taxi or rental car. Rental cars should be booked in advance in order to guarantee one for when you need it. Ask your travel agent to make the booking. Read up on local driving regulations and insurance rules if you plan to drive. However, if you decide to use a taxi ask the concierge at your hotel which firm is trustworthy and licensed.Beware of buying tickets once on the ground because they may be fake. Check any tickets with the official ticket office to determine if your tickets are the real McCoy or fake. The government of South Africa and FIFA have put into place a zero tolerance policy outlawing racism and xenophobia. Fans who become very intoxicated will not be allowed inside the stadiums or fan parks outside the stadiums.
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