With the World Cup 2010 on the horizon, many Brits will be travelling to South Africa to support England. But football isn’t the only thing to enjoy in South Africa - the country has so much to offer holiday makers. If you are travelling to South Africa to watch the World Cup, why not stay a few extra days and make a holiday of it?

A holiday in South Africa is blessed with variety - fascinating cities, amazing wildlife, beautiful coastline and picturesque vineyards.

Cape Town is a bustling metropolis overlooked by the striking Table Mountain. Views from the top are simply stunning. If your knees will hold out, you can walk up and down it, or there is a cable car if you are after an easy ride. From the waterfront, there are numerous boat trips available, including a trip to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated during the apartheid.

A holiday in South Africa isn’t complete without a trip to the Cape of Good Hope, where stunning scenery and a beautiful coastline will take your breath away. Head down to Cape Point where the rocky terrain juts out into a seemingly endless ocean.

If you love wine, then a tour of the Stellenbosch vineyards is a must. The vineyards have beautiful backdrops - the perfect place to kick back and enjoy a glass of wine on a sunny afternoon.

Meanwhile, if wildlife spotting is more your thing, take a jeep safari through Kruger National Park. The Big Five (lion, buffalo, leopard, elephant and rhino) roam the park, as well as giraffe, antelope, wildebeest and a wide variety of birdlife. Whatever your budget, Kruger has accommodation to suit, whether you want a luxury lodge or a simple tent for the night.

Wherever your holiday in South Africa takes you, make sure you buy travel insurance that will cover you for lost luggage, travel delay or receiving medical treatment abroad. Goodtogoinsurance.com offers travel insurance to holiday makers of any age, with or without pre existing medical conditions.