Planning a Holiday Trip to Cape Town, Bulawayo or Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.
Where do I go ?
Sometimes the name of the place and its history may be very exciting but when it comes to taking a holiday trip, there is great need to know the kind of activities that one can engage in when they get there. The activities are definitely dictated by the weather and the political environment. Cape Town has extreme summer and winter conditions and the activities differ strongly. As a point of advice, it is best to visit Cape Town in summer, you can really enjoy yourself. Bulawayo and Victoria falls are all season destinations though there is need top confirm the weather because it can be highly unpredictable.
Victoria Falls in Pictures
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| Visited by A monkey |
Many times in life we need to be away from our usual environment and explore new places. This can only happen when we plan to take a trip and the trip can last from one day to even several months. There are some basic things which can make or break the trip and these need special attention. The fundamental thing is planning itself. There is a common saying that "Failing to plan in planning to fail", and many times it it comes out to be true .Money is the first thing that should come to mind because without the money there is no trip to plan. Things like the expected activities, who is to be included in the trip and the duration of the trip are also aspects to be considered.
Many times in life we need to be away from our usual environment and explore new places. This can only happen when we plan to take a trip and the trip can last from one day to even several months. There are some basic things which can make or break the trip and these need special attention. The fundamental thing is planning itself. There is a common saying that "Failing to plan in planning to fail", and many times it it comes out to be true .Money is the first thing that should come to mind because without the money there is no trip to plan. Things like the expected activities, who is to be included in the trip and the duration of the trip are also aspects to be considered.
How do I get there ?One of the decisions that one has to make when planning a holiday trip is how they are going to travel to their holiday destination and how they will travel around the place once they arrive. If one stays in the intended holiday destination then there is not much to worry about because they will have the details about the transport options. However, if public transport is to be used, then it is advisable to cross check the transport service for the day of travel.
If one does not stay in the area then enough research has to be done to avoid possible frustrations. For Cape Town, the transport service is far above standard. There are options for road, rail and air transport. To get to Cape Town from other countries and continents, air is the most convenient but is one is in the Southern part of Africa, they can still use road but the travelling distances are very long and sometimes exhausting. There are many international air line services that service the Cape Town International Airport. From the airport there are numerous car hire services which can assist to take you to your chosen accommodation. The car hire service provider can be found on the travel guide websites fro Cape Town.
In Bulawayo and Victoria Falls, it is advisable to consult with your accommodation provider so that they can get you the best deals for air port transfers and car hire services. This is because there are very few operators who can be booked online and during busy days they are normally fully booked.
When one has no option but to fly, then there is need for more research. There are numerous flight booking sights that are there specifically for flights to Africa, Cape Town, Bulawayo and Victoria Falls. Cape Town has several direct flights but for Bulawayo and Victoria Falls sometimes one has to take connecting flights. The easiest way is to get a flight to Harare International Airport and then connect to Bulawayo and Victoria Falls. If one has enough cash they can chatter a plane to Victoria Falls from Harare of Bulawayo. The other option is to get to O. R Tambo airport in Johannesburg then connect to the intended destination in Zimbabwe.
When one gets to Cape Town, there is an option to use the Metro Rail Tourism facility but this has to be confirmed because it might not take you to where you want to be exactly.
However, it is best to book for transport in advance or at least get written confirmation about the transport options available before leaving for the holiday destination.
How do I get there ?
One of the decisions that one has to make when planning a holiday trip is how they are going to travel to their holiday destination and how they will travel around the place once they arrive. If one stays in the intended holiday destination then there is not much to worry about because they will have the details about the transport options. However, if public transport is to be used, then it is advisable to cross check the transport service for the day of travel.
If one does not stay in the area then enough research has to be done to avoid possible frustrations. For Cape Town, the transport service is far above standard. There are options for road, rail and air transport. To get to Cape Town from other countries and continents, air is the most convenient but is one is in the Southern part of Africa, they can still use road but the travelling distances are very long and sometimes exhausting. There are many international air line services that service the Cape Town International Airport. From the airport there are numerous car hire services which can assist to take you to your chosen accommodation. The car hire service provider can be found on the travel guide websites fro Cape Town.
In Bulawayo and Victoria Falls, it is advisable to consult with your accommodation provider so that they can get you the best deals for air port transfers and car hire services. This is because there are very few operators who can be booked online and during busy days they are normally fully booked.
When one has no option but to fly, then there is need for more research. There are numerous flight booking sights that are there specifically for flights to Africa, Cape Town, Bulawayo and Victoria Falls. Cape Town has several direct flights but for Bulawayo and Victoria Falls sometimes one has to take connecting flights. The easiest way is to get a flight to Harare International Airport and then connect to Bulawayo and Victoria Falls. If one has enough cash they can chatter a plane to Victoria Falls from Harare of Bulawayo. The other option is to get to O. R Tambo airport in Johannesburg then connect to the intended destination in Zimbabwe.
When one gets to Cape Town, there is an option to use the Metro Rail Tourism facility but this has to be confirmed because it might not take you to where you want to be exactly.
However, it is best to book for transport in advance or at least get written confirmation about the transport options available before leaving for the holiday destination.
What are the conditions there ?Personal health is a major point of consideration because , for example, I would not advise an asthmatic person to visit Cape Town in winter. Know your body and choose the best whether to be in. Cape Town has beaches, the Table Mountain, wine tasting festivals, canal walks and sea cruises. The historical Robbin Islands cruises are booked at the Victoria Waterfront in Cape Town. Bulawayo has national parks for game viewing as mentioned above. The Victoria falls is viewed in Vic Falls where one can meet disciplined wild animals in town. Don't run away, they are harmless. In Vic Falls, the Zambezi River Cruise is something not to be missed. You can have a close encounter with Hippos during the cruise. Locals also offer good entertainment on board.
What are the conditions there ?
Personal health is a major point of consideration because , for example, I would not advise an asthmatic person to visit Cape Town in winter. Know your body and choose the best whether to be in. Cape Town has beaches, the Table Mountain, wine tasting festivals, canal walks and sea cruises. The historical Robbin Islands cruises are booked at the Victoria Waterfront in Cape Town. Bulawayo has national parks for game viewing as mentioned above. The Victoria falls is viewed in Vic Falls where one can meet disciplined wild animals in town. Don't run away, they are harmless. In Vic Falls, the Zambezi River Cruise is something not to be missed. You can have a close encounter with Hippos during the cruise. Locals also offer good entertainment on board.
Where do I stay ?When planning for a holiday it is crucial to plan for accommodation. There are 3 star to 5 star hotels in Cape Town, Victoria Falls and Bulawayo. These facilities give discounts for ling stays and large groups. It is expedient to contact the service provider directly and make the necessary bookings before leaving for the holiday. Written documentation is very important for purposes of reference in case this go wrong. The money spent on accommodation makes the greatest contribution to the holiday trip bill so the aspect needs close attention. You can get online booking facilities to be sure that your accommodation is secured. It would be a bad idea to look for accommodation after arrival. This may work sometimes but may not work during busy times. If no accommodation is available, it is better to cancel the trip than to get frustrated in an unfamiliar environment.
Where do I stay ?
When planning for a holiday it is crucial to plan for accommodation. There are 3 star to 5 star hotels in Cape Town, Victoria Falls and Bulawayo. These facilities give discounts for ling stays and large groups. It is expedient to contact the service provider directly and make the necessary bookings before leaving for the holiday. Written documentation is very important for purposes of reference in case this go wrong. The money spent on accommodation makes the greatest contribution to the holiday trip bill so the aspect needs close attention. You can get online booking facilities to be sure that your accommodation is secured. It would be a bad idea to look for accommodation after arrival. This may work sometimes but may not work during busy times. If no accommodation is available, it is better to cancel the trip than to get frustrated in an unfamiliar environment.
What should I carry ?If the transport and accommodation have been booked, then its time it's time to pack your bags. You don't need to want to realize that you forgot your passport when you about to check in at the airport, or when you are at the border, or to realize that you left your medication. This can be very worrying and sometimes costly. The activities that you want to engage in are very much dictated by the weather, a dictator that can unfortunately not be unseated. You can check the weather conditions from the registered weather forecast websites. For Cape Town check here, for Bulawayo check here, and Victoria Falls, look here.
If you are crossing international borders, check that you have a passport, a travelling visa and all the necessary travel documents. There might be need for proof of accommodation and funds to sustain you in the place of stay.
Personal clothing depends on the weather and there is need to have comfortable shoes because the type of shoes may affect your holiday. I have mentioned this because I have seen many people holding their shoes in their hands, and this is highly degrading.
A well planned holiday is very refreshing but poor can cause frustration and defeats the purpose of going on holiday. So plan ahead and enjoy your holiday Like I said, " Failing to plan is planning to fail."
What should I carry ?
If the transport and accommodation have been booked, then its time it's time to pack your bags. You don't need to want to realize that you forgot your passport when you about to check in at the airport, or when you are at the border, or to realize that you left your medication. This can be very worrying and sometimes costly. The activities that you want to engage in are very much dictated by the weather, a dictator that can unfortunately not be unseated. You can check the weather conditions from the registered weather forecast websites. For Cape Town check here, for Bulawayo check here, and Victoria Falls, look here.
If you are crossing international borders, check that you have a passport, a travelling visa and all the necessary travel documents. There might be need for proof of accommodation and funds to sustain you in the place of stay.
Personal clothing depends on the weather and there is need to have comfortable shoes because the type of shoes may affect your holiday. I have mentioned this because I have seen many people holding their shoes in their hands, and this is highly degrading.
A well planned holiday is very refreshing but poor can cause frustration and defeats the purpose of going on holiday. So plan ahead and enjoy your holiday Like I said, " Failing to plan is planning to fail."
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