WORLD CUP VENUE RUSTENBURG

Rustenburg, capital of the North West Province is South Africa's fastest growing city and has the largest Platinum mine in the world. It lies just 70 miles north of Johannesburg. Although Rustenburg is heavily industrialised, the city is green and lush.

Rustenburg is just 30 minutes from South Africa's premier holiday resort. South Africa's Sun City offers everything the holiday maker needs from big steaks to big stakes. Numerous gourmet restaurants tickle the taste buds while the casino offers you a tilt at the wheels of fortune. Sun City has a history as a destination for illicit fun.

HOTELS

Budget

Road Lodge , Cnr Howick & Magaliesburg Rd, +27 (0)14 537-3088 (rlrusburg@citylodge.co.za, fax: +27 (0)14 537-3099), [2].

Rusthaven B&B , +27 (0)14 592-8627 (+27 (0)83 602-6356, rusthaven@mweb.co.za, fax: +27 (0)86 614-6429), [3].

Splurge

Kedar Country Hotel (sales@rali.co.za, fax: +27 (0)11 957-3212),

Rustenburg Nature Reserve

This lush valley basin was declared a reserve in 1961 and protects numerous antelope species and over two hundred documented bird species. Hikers of all skill levels enjoy short hikes, day hikes and overnight camping treks.