Top 10 Reasons to Visit

I found this quite interesting to read. According to the southafrica.net website; the Top 10 Reasons to visit South Africa are:

1. Affordable

During these tough times, who doesn’t want an affordable holiday? In SA, you can even afford luxury and have spending money for shopping and other treats!

2.  Natural Beauty

South Africa’s scenic wonders are legendary. From Table Mountain to God’s Window, our mountains, forests, coasts and deserts will feast your eye and lift your spirit

3. World-class Facilities

Whether you opt for Afro-chic or authentic Africa, you’ll find it easy to get around, find a comfortable place to stay, have a great meal, connect.  

4. Adventure

South Africa is the adventure capital of the world. With over 130 adventures and counting, there is something for everyone from mountain walks to shark cage-diving!  

5.  Good Weather

In sunny South Africa, our great weather invites you to enjoy the outdoors, play golf year-round and take advantage of the nearly 3000km coastline

6. Rainbow Nation 

The Rainbow Nation celebrates all its African and immigrant cultures. Find out how friendly our people are whilst you try your tongue at 11 official languages!

7. Diverse Experiences

Go almost anywhere in SA and experience the ultimate combo of nature, wildlife, culture, adventure, heritage and vibe – you’re spoilt for choice, so pack it in!

8.  Wildlife

Warning! Watching wildlife is addictive. First you start with the Big Five in so many ways, then whales, penguins, meerkats, wild dogs, birds, dung beetles

9. Freedom Struggle

 Discover a nation’s struggle for freedom whilst following the footsteps of Mandela, Hector Pieterson and many other celebrated revolutionaries. It will touch and inspire you.

10. Responsible Tourism 

In SA you can travel with care as you explore our protected areas, contribute to social and conservation projects, buy recycle art and stay green. 

Source: http://www.southafrica.net/sat/content/en/za/top-10-reasons-to-visit 

Hot Air Balloon rides

Ride at Sunset

Magaliesberg near Johannesburg

Over Hartbeespoort Dam

South Africa Vineyards

Source: http://blog.kumkani.com/index.php/2011/03/04/south-african-wine-leads-the-way-2/

White Shark Projects

Great White Shark

I'm sure everyone will agree with me... When you look at the beautiful waves and clear blue water of the Ocean somewhere in you mind the horrific image of Jaws pops up. That's exactly my thought pattern.


The White Shark Project came and paid us a visit. We learnt all about Shark Cage Diving and honestly I think I will be jumping into the cage if given the opportunity. 

They offer magnificent opportunities to cage dive with the beasts of the sea. 

Visit their website: www.whitesharkprojects.co.za


The reason it is called The Great White Shark is the white underbelly with the grey top.It is the perfect disguise as the white underbelly blends with the sky and the dark grey blends in with the rocks and water. 

Great White Shark leaping out of water

Did you know?


They can grow up to 6m (18ft). Can you imagine how huge that is?

The Great White Shark does not feed off humans. They mistake humans for Seals that's the reason once it bites, they do not continue to feed as we do not taste good to them.



The Great White Shark has a fingerprint? The Dorsal Fin is unique in each shark. 

My honest opinion when it comes to Sharks, sure they scary and huge but it is a wild animal and should be treated as such.

Would love to be sitting here right now

Paarl, Western Cape

Source: http://www.curiouswines.ie/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/paarl-south-africa.jpg

Baby Giraffe smiling

Recipe: Milk Tart

Nothing screams South African like the delicious melktert (Milk Tart). A definite favourite in the South African cuisine.

A very easy recipe and the end product will be mouth-watering - promise.

Milk Tart

Ingredients

• 45 g butter, melted
• 200 g white sugar
• 3 egg yolks
• 145 g cake flour
• 5 g baking powder
• 2 g salt
• 5 ml vanilla extract
• 950 ml milk
• 3 egg white
• 10 g cinnamon sugar

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat a 9 inch deep dish pie plate with vegetable oil cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the butter and sugar until smooth. Add the egg yolks and beat until light and fluffy. Sift in the cake flour, baking powder and salt, and stir until well blended. Mix in the vanilla and milk. In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites to stiff peaks using an electric mixer. Fold into the batter. Pour into the prepared pie plate, and sprinkle cinnamon sugar over the top.
3. Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, then reduce the temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Continue to bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the center is set when you gently jiggle the pie. Serve hot or cold. 

 

Recipe source: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/south-african-melktert-milk-tart/detail.aspx 

Image source: http://browniegirlblog.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/milk-tart-41.jpg  

Image source: http://www.100cafestreet.com/milk-tart-recipe/