South Africa's favourite playground and the busiest port in Africa, today the "sunny city" is a popular year-round holiday destination, prized for its balmy climate and superb surfing and swimming beaches. Although shopping, restaurants and nightlife are geared for the holidaymaker, Durban is now positioning itself as the conference capital of South Africa.This subtropical city is synonymous with the ocean.

The Gateway Theatre of Shopping offers a great combination of shopping and entertainment.

A visit to the Victoria Street Market is a must to get a taste of the real Durban.

Another not to be missed is the Golden Mile, this beachfront stretch is full of life, with rickshaw rides, seafood and Indian meals all with a fabulous seaview.

Don't miss:

UShaka - the marine theme park

Whale, shark and dolphin watching

Deep sea fishing for game fish