The Soccer World Cup might be the main reason for making a trip to the wonderfully diverse country of South Africa, but that's not all the nation has to offer. From cultural villages and historical sites to fantastic game reserves and parks, South Africa is definitely worth exploring. Ian Dickinson has complied a list of the top eight things to do in this vibrant country.
Heading to the World Cup in South Africa and unsure of the best transport options? Discover the Baz Bus, a hop-on, hop-off mini van that drops you off on the doorstep of your desired hostel. Here's what you need to know, plus recommended stops between World Cup host cities.
Street art has always been cool, but in the 21st century it’s become an art. Jessica Allen discusses 9 cities whose art and artists are worth checking out.
Jill Nawrocki has hitch-hiked throughout Southern Africa and believes it is one of the best ways to get around the region. She'll tell you what you need to do, what you should bring along for the ride, and how to stay safe while hitching with a stranger.
South Africa may be hosting the biggest sporting event of the year, but the country is also putting on several arts, music, culture and food festivals in June and July. Ian Dickinson has complied a list of the nation's top eight winter festivals happening before, during and after the Soccer World Cup 2010.
The World Cup is the biggest sporting event on earth, so even if you won't be in South Africa for the tournament this year you can enjoy some of these great articles from BootsnAll's very own World Cup Blog. And if you are going to South Africa, there are travel tips here, too.
The World Cup may be about sports, but it's also a chance to join BootsnAll writer Jessica Spiegel for a virtual tour of all the countries that have played host to this historic tournament since its inception back in 1930, including memorable moments from each year.
Sometimes all it takes to impress that foreign fellow you're fawning over is a little local knowledge. Lucy Corne gets you on the right path with tips about how to impress guys from six different countries.