Durban is undoubtedly one of the finest summer holiday destinations in the country. Shops and restaurants located along its beachfronts make evenings in the city a blast while daytime activities are enhanced by the ever-present daytime sun which makes the destination a Mecca for lovers of the sun and surf. With the help of Optima Holidays, you will be able to have the chance to visit this fantastic city whilst living out of a hotel that is luxurious and comfortable. If living in a plush hotel that overlooks the ocean rings like your cup of tea, then you should book a hotel on Marine Parade as your place to stay during your time spent in Durban.
With all the exciting places to visit in Durban, it would be somewhat impossible to find yourself bored while there. 'uShaka Marine World' is one of the reasons Durban receives so much of the tourism that it does. The Durban climate is hot and humid making it ideal for the kind of activities you will engage in at the site. You will have the chance to take a refreshing look at marine life in the complex’s sea world aquarium. The 'Wet n Wild' water-park is where the real fun happens; with slides, pools and large wave machines, you’ll enjoy every second you spend here.
Gateway Shopping Mall, sometimes referred to as the 'theatre of shopping', is the go-to place for all those that love the smell of brand new shoes, clothes, books and other delightful commodities. It is one of the largest retail shopping sites in the country; you may have to make repeat visits to see it all.
The Durban Botanical Gardens is the kind of serene environment where you can set up a picnic and take nature walks while being surrounded by rare plants and vast orchids of exotic and deciduous fruit trees.
Whether you drive past or step out to take a picture of it, the Moses Mabhida Stadium in the 'Kings Park Sporting Precinct' is a marvellous feat of engineering and architectural design. Built with the historical 2010 Fifa World Cup in Mind, the stadium is unique in function. A sky car ferries visitors over the structure's main arch and from the arch’s zenith, you can get a glimpse of the most establishing view of the Durban Coastline you could possibly get.
You will, of course, need a hotel to go home to after taking the time out to see what Durban has to offer, the Palace Hotel and Spa is such a place. The hotel is exclusive and features rooms fitted with double beds, kitchenettes, TV, satellite channels and DVD players for hire. The outdoor pool will cool you down on those humid afternoons. Sports such as tennis and scuba-diving are easily accessible from the hotel as is a boat slipway for yacht rides, speed-boating and jet-skiing activities.
Speaking of evenings, another reason why Durban is high up on the list of top destinations to visit in South Africa is its nightlife. The ocean's large heat capacity ensures that the atmosphere remains warm long after the sun has set which means going out at night will be a pleasant rather than uncomfortable activity. You can get your dose of live music performed by visiting acts and local bands; restaurants, bars and lounges such as The Cube and Unit 11 are excellent places at which to hang out.
Through Optima Holidays, your Durban vacation can become a possibility. You can book a hotel on Marine Parade and various other accommodation spots for an all-inclusive holiday package that you will appreciate for its affordable price.
