{"id":3306,"date":"2022-07-17T16:00:21","date_gmt":"2022-07-17T16:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/?p=3306"},"modified":"2022-07-17T16:00:21","modified_gmt":"2022-07-17T16:00:21","slug":"durban-sandy-beaches-sunshine-and-so-much-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/durban-sandy-beaches-sunshine-and-so-much-more\/","title":{"rendered":"Durban, sandy beaches, sunshine and so much more!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong><em>Durban<\/em><\/strong> is famous for its glorious sandy beaches, all year round sunshine, various cuisines, cultures, religions and so much more.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3307\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1275\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-1-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-1-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-1-1536x1020.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The <strong><em>Durban Botanic Gardens<\/em><\/strong> is Durban\u2019s oldest public institution and Africa&#8217;s oldest surviving botanical gardens. The gardens cover an area of 15 hectares in a subtropical climate.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>\u2018\u2026Africa\u2019s oldest\u2026\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Florida Road<\/em><\/strong>, a trendy, tree lined road displaying Victorian and Edwardian buildings with over two kilometres of restaurants, pubs, clubs, art galleries and eclectic little shops is where visitors head to when looking for a meal or couple of drinks.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>\u2018\u2026trendy, tree lined\u2026\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <strong><em>Golden Mile<\/em><\/strong> is certainly worth exploring; it boasts a gorgeous stretch of golden beaches, which are lapped by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. These are flanked by the hustle and bustle of some of Durban\u2019s best accommodation, restaurants, entertainment hubs, shops, and cultural attractions.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>\u2018\u2026gorgeous stretch of golden beaches\u2026\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3308\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-6.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-6-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Moses Mabhida Stadium<\/em><\/strong>, built in 2010 when South Africa hosted the Soccer World Cup adds to Durban\u2019s attractions. It\u2019s a multi-use venue for several events, like bungee jumping, concerts, cricket, soccer, golf practice, motorsports and rugby. The stadium has a capacity of 55,500 expandable up to 75,000.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>\u2018\u2026capacity of 55,500\u2026\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3309\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-3.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-3-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-3-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>uShaka Marine World<\/em><\/strong> is a world class attraction on Durban&#8217;s Golden Mile, it\u2019s a world of entertainment, excitement and fun. The non-stop entertainment and laughter fills the air with a spirit of togetherness. Daytime activities at Sea World, Wet &#8216;n Wild, and uShaka Beach extend into night time festivities at the Village Walk.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>\u2018\u2026spirit of togetherness\u2026\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3310\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-4.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-4-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-4-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-4-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-4-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Victoria Street Market<\/em><\/strong> has in excess of 200 vendors and stall holders. The market sells the best saris, henna tattoos and delicious curries; the smell of incense and spice permeates the atmosphere. The Indian architecture clothing mecca offers an array of fabric shops.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>\u2018\u2026clothing mecca\u2026\u2019<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Durban<\/strong> is imbued with an irresistible vacation atmosphere!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3311\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-5.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vipexpressnigeria.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/dbn-5-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Durban is famous for its glorious sandy beaches, all year round sunshine, various cuisines, cultures, religions and so much more. 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