A Bus System Reopens Rifts In South Africa
by Celia W. Dugger (Article | New York Times - February 21)
Since the days of apartheid, when blacks were required to live in distant townships like this, Susan Hanong, a 67-year-old maid, has commuted to the wealthy northern suburbs of Johannesburg, one of the spectral figures trudging through darkened streets on long trips to wash white people’s clothes and mind their children. more details | go to article

Planning Key To Trip Of Lifetime
by Nick Green (Article | Carson Daily Breeze - December 8)
By now, soccer fans have heard all the horror stories. Soaring crime rates that make it unwise to stroll the streets after dark. Expensive accommodations. A climate that in winter can be cold, wet and windy. And a crummy public transportation system that makes it difficult to get around without a car. more details | go to article

Travel Guide To The 2010 World Cup
by Grant Wahl (Article | Sports Illustrated - October 13)
Let's assume there are actual U.S. soccer fans buying the majority of these World Cup tickets. They want to know: What's it going to be like in South Africa? Is it as dangerous there as some people have said? And what should I know before I leave for the tournament next year? more details | go to article