Enjoy the soccer and then enjoy Knysna

Knysna was recently named as one of the Top 100 Destinations in the World in the TripAdvisor 2008 Travellers’ Choice Destinations Awards, and it’s no wonder. This compact town, only about 280 km’s from Port Elizabeth is the perfect breakaway for visitors who will be attending the Soccer world Cup in South Africa in 2010. Far from the urban hustle and bustle, but close enough to major cities in South Africa Knysna offers overseas (and domestic) visitors the option of recharging after the excitement of the final whistle. Knysna has something for everyone, from world class cuisine to pristine white beaches the small town with a big heart can recharge even the most jaded of visitors.

Salt air and open arms, these are phrases that could typify Knysna. The small town with a big heart found on the East coast of South Africa has something for everyone. Whether you ant to play on world class golf courses, visit indigenous forests or enjoy some of the best seafood the world has to offer Knysna has it all. If you want to track the mysterious Knysna elephant or enjoy haute cuisine your needs can be accommodated. So the next time you’re considering a family getaway don’t forget this small town where your dreams of Africa can meet a reality of fun in the sun.

Knysna will welcome you with open arms

An evening sunset from the deck and a morning coffee by the pool, a lunch in the shadow of the famous Heads or a quick oyster watching the rolling waves. If this sounds like paradise then consider a visit to Knysna where every moment is a memory to be treasured. For sheer beauty not many towns can beat Knysna, with its picturesque Heads sheltering a lagoon that, in turn is home to an increasingly rare seahorse. However, perhaps its most amazing attribute is that it caters to all styles of visitor, from those looking for a budget friendly B&B to those seeking more upmarket accommodation like the many 5 star game lodges that surround the town. But whatever your preference Knysna will welcome you with open arms.

Beauty on a budget

In these stressed economic times a budget holiday is something that most families are seriously considering. But challenging times don’t mean that you have to sacrifice fun. Winter or summer Knysna offers something for everyone. This quaint seaside town on the South African coast caters to every taste, with camping grounds, bed and breakfast establishments and five star game lodges competing for your attention. But, as they say on TV, that’s not all. Knysna has attractions that range from the gastronomic to the scenic. An evening with a glass of red wine overlooking the world famous Knysna Heads can be followed by a morning engaging with the mighty elephants of the Addo elephant park. Truly in Knysna the world is your oyster. By the way, try their fresh from the sea oysters, delicious.

Seahorses and sunshine

If you’re planning your next fun family holiday maybe you should consider a trip to Knysna. This little seaside town has it all, wide white beaches and glorious sunsets, combined with accommodation choices that suit your individual style, from the budget bed and breakfast to the ultra luxurious game lodge. The Kysna oyster has its own place in the hearts of visitors. Plucked fresh from the sea and combined with an ice cold beer this humble mollusc has made people fall in love with the seaside town. If eating the fruits of the ocean isn’t your thing then consider a stroll around the Kysna lagoon, where if you’re lucky you might catch a glimpse of another famous resident, the Knysna sea horse.