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Destination: Port Elizabeth

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Fondly known as the ‘Friendly City', Port Elizabeth gets more hours of sunshine than any other South African city. Apart from a good climate and amiable inhabitants, Port Elizabeth offers a beautiful coastline with safe and clean beaches, historical attractions, as well as great family entertainment.

The city is situated in Algoa Bay, which receives acclaim as the country's water sport capital. The 40km coastline of the bay attracts year-round visitors for world-class scuba diving, sailing, windsurfing and fishing. The beaches stretch along the coast southeast of the city centre, providing golden sand, safe swimming,... read more

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