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Englands chance at the World Cup

Monday, March 1st, 2010

It has now been 44 years since England last won the World Cup or any other major tournament. Could they end this long and disappointing run by winning the trophy at this year’s World Cup in South Africa?  There are many passionate England fans who hope they can, for most they haven’t seen England win anything, therefore to win the greatest football prize on earth would be a dream come true.  With plenty of world cup packages on offer, you will get the chance to be right in front of the action at one of the spectacular new stadiums in South Africa.

England are guaranteed to play against the USA at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg, Algeria at the Green Point Stadium in Cape Town and Slovenia at the Nelson Mandela Stadium in Port Elizabeth.  The Green Point Stadium in Cape Town, in particular, is a completely new 70,000 seater, all weather and all purpose stadium. Its location couldn’t be more perfect, it is situated between Signal Hill and the Atlantic Ocean, and very close to the city centre and the Victoria & Alfred waterfront.England will be hoping to win Group C and go through to the knockout round. If they finish top of Group C they will play the runner up in Group D or if they finish second they will play the winner of Group D. Group D is made up of Germany, Australia, Serbia and Ghana. Therefore it is likely to be England v Australia back at the in Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg.

England’s squad is as strong as it has been the past few years, with the likes of Rooney, Gerrard, Lampard, Terry and Beckham. They also have a very successful manager in charge of this campaign, Fabio Capello. Fabio has won plenty of tournament and leagues during his playing and manager career. These include the Eufa Champions League and the Serie A title on a number of occasions for both Milan and Juventus. The England football fans world cup packages on offer can be great way to get to see these amazing players on display at the World Cup. To stand any chance of winning, England will need to keep their players injury free. Whatever happens it is set to be a fantastic tournament for everyone involved. This may well be the year they do it.

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How to Find The Best World Cup Packages

Wednesday, December 30th, 2009

The biggest sporting event in the world is set to take place next year in South Africa, when 32 teams from around the globe will meet in the 19th FIFA World Cup tournament. This is the first time the world cup will take place in South Africa, in front of over 3 million soccer fans attending in person or at home watching on tv.

 

Nine host cities have been chosen with the games to be played in ten different stadiums. Each of the World Cup cities offer great accommodation, lots of choice for nightlife and the best dining experiences. The easiest way to make for a perfect holiday is to choose a respected agent who can customize world cup packages that includes tickets, travel, accommodations and sightseeing options for one very affordable price. Plan your tour early and you will be able to book the best rates. You will end up spending more than required if you wait to book your place when the tournament is about to begin. So select your sports tour advisor and tell him or her what you want to do and where you want to stay. Your options are virtually limitless. There are different packages on offer, some that a more affordable but less flexible and others that more flexible but much more expensive.

 

So do a little homework first, search around and find a trustworthy travel agent. Ask plenty of questions and listen to your agents advice before you hand over all your cash. Let your agent know your budget so that they can tailor the package to meet your needs. Top of the line world cup packages are available for you, your family, your friends, or even your teammates. So start preparing now. Don't wait until the last minute because with over 3 million people expected to arrive in South Africa, the best tickets and accommodation will be not be available anymore.

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The 2010 World Cup opens in Johannesburg

Monday, December 28th, 2009

The opening ceremony for the 2010 World Cup will take place in Johannesburg South Africa for the first time ever. This will be the first time the World Cup is hosted by an African country. Johannesburg is one of nine host cities and will host four more first round matches in addition to the first match of the tournament. This city of nearly four million residents will also host one second round match and one quarterfinal match before hosting the finals on July 11th.  The tournament begins on June 11th, 2010 and takes place during the South African winter season. The Soccer City Stadium will seat 94,700 football fans and is the largest of all the stadiums in South Africa.

Book your package as soon as possible to secure the best rates. You can put together a do it yourself package or you can look for all inclusive world cup packages to get tickets, transportation, travel, accommodations and sightseeing options all for one affordable price. Booking an all inclusive package will prove cheaper overall due to the discount on various travel options.

Johannesburg has a subtropical highland climate. Snow is rare during the winter but has been known to happen in June and sometimes in July, which is the winter season in Africa. Get advice on what clothing you should take with you to South Africa for the world cup period. World cup packages to Johannesburg are available from anywhere in the world, but you will need to reserve them early if you’re traveling on a budget. However, if money is not a problem then all you need to do is to get in contact with a reliable travel agent and tell them what you need and they will produce the perfect package for you.Regardless of how much money you have to spend, ensure you go with a reputable company when booking your tour package.

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Before You Leave for the World Cup 2010

Monday, December 28th, 2009

Millions of football fans will descend on South Africa during the month of June in order to attend the world largest sporting event, having booked one of the many world cup packages that are currently on offer. The 2010 World Cup will take place between June11th and July 11th, spread among nine host cities including Johannesburg, Cape Town and Port Elizabeth to name just a few. However there are a few things you need to know before you board your plane. First off, you will need a passport to enter the country. You won't, however, need a visa unless you intend to stay for more than ninety days. Your passport must also remain valid for at least 30 days after you're scheduled to leave South Africa.

 

Planning your trip early and using a reputable and registered travel agent will allow you get the best deals that you r money can buy. Locating these world cup packages will take a little patience and homework but it will be worth it in the end. In fact, with the World Cup it is better to book everything in advance to eliminate the hassle for when you get there. Booking in advance leaves you able to enjoy all of the tournament stress free as well as danger free. The World Cup will play during South Africa's winter season, so it will be cool and rainy depending on which part of the country you happen to spend time in. Think climate similar to that found in California in America or in Southwestern Australia in the land down under.

 

Transportation between the nine host cities will be either by high speed rail, rapid transit bus, taxi or rental car. Hire cars should be booked in advance in order to secure one for when you need it. Tell your travel agent to make the reservation. Read up on local driving rules and insurance regulations if you plan to drive. However, if you decide to use a taxi ask the desk clerk at your hotel which firm is trustworthy and licensed.Beware of buying tickets once on the ground because they may be fake. Make sure you check any tickets with the official ticketing organisation to determine if your tickets are the real McCoy or fake. The government of South Africa and FIFA have put into place a zero tolerance policy outlawing racism and xenophobia. Fans who are very intoxicated will not be allowed inside the stadiums or fan parks outside the stadiums.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Getting to the 2010 World Cup within South Africa

Monday, December 28th, 2009

World Cup packages are available through reputable travel agents from all parts of the globe. However the early travel packages which include travel, accommodation and sightseeing options on a budget,  are all but gone. More expensive packages are still on the market, but you need to act quickly, since the tournament is scheduled to begin on June 11th and last until July 11th

 

All nine World Cup host cities have airports nearby, including South African Express which travels to 13 South African domestic destinations, Airlink is a regional carrier that is growing, Kulula is a budget airline and travels to several host cities such as Cape Town and Durban, Mango airlines which flies to Johannesburg,  Cape Town, Pretoria and Bloemfontein-all host cities, Venture Air which flies to Johannesburg and Cape Town and 1Time, which is another regional low cost carrier.

 

Most of the World Cup action will take place in Johannesburg and Cape Town, but in addition to air travel, there is rail or bus service between the host cities. Get your World Cup travel agent to plot out a package that includes local public transportation for you~Ask your World Cup travel agent to plan a package that includes local public transportation for you~Ask your World Cup travel agent to put together a package that includes local public transportation for you~Ask your World Cup travel agent to produce a package that includes local public transportation for you~Ask your World Cup travel agent to plot out a package that includes local public transport~Ask your World Cup travel agent to plot out a package that includes use of public transport}~Ask your World Cup travel agent to plan a package that includes local public transportation for you~Ask your World Cup travel agent to put together a package that includes local public transportation for you~Ask your World Cup travel agent to produce a package that includes local public transportation for you~Ask your World Cup travel agent to plot out a package that includes local public transport~Ask your World Cup travel agent to plot out a package that includes us of public transport}.Renting a car is also an option, but you will need to familiarize yourself with local driving rules and insurance laws. Your travel agent should also include this in your world cup packages because the number of cars available for rent are limited.Licensed taxis, coaches, shuttles and regular buses are all being geared up to accommodate the more than 3 million football fans expected to descend on South Africa during the tournament.

 

Don’t despair if you don’t have tickets to a match. You will still be able to feel the atmosphere in 10 fan parks to be set up near the stadiums. In fact it is anticipated that more people will watch the games from the fan parks rather than within the stadiums. Ask your World Cup travel agent to supply you with a list of the location of the various fan parks. You will be happy that you did. Enjoy the party, but don’t get too drunk as police will deny access to anyone displaying drunken behavior outside the stadiums or fan parks.

 

 

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