The Best of South Africa

This series provides handy pocket guides to popular destinations. The books feature sections on the highlights of the city or region, places of interest, activities, accommodation, where to eat out, entertainment and excursions. They also contain travel tips, a general index and a separate index for the places of interest. The "Highlights" chapters feature an introduction to each of the 20 featured highlights, information on its location and how to get there, contact details, opening hours, entry fees and tour details where applicable. The "Sightseeing" chapters feature places like beaches, nature reserves, historic buildings, galleries and museums, or parks and gardens. These chapters are arranged in directory form, with contact details, nearest metro stops, opening hours and entry fees for each featured site. "Activities" chapters feature sports, activities for children, unusual activities unique to the city or region, suggested routes for walking tours (including map grid references, distance and duration and where to eat and drink) and organized tours, while the "Shopping" chapters cover shops and markets. "Accommodation" includes listings by area and price category.
"Eating out" covers the food of the region, as well as listings of suggested venues by area and price. "Entertainment" includes nightlife, music, theatre, festivals, casinos, pubs and clubs, and spectator sports. "Excursions" cross-references with the excursions map, and includes transport options, distance, contact details, highlights and where to eat and drink. A handy "Travel Tips" section handles everything from transport and money to personal safety and etiquette.