The Festive Season celebrations in South Africa

It is always a fantastic feeling when the year comes to an end. South African Christmases are so sunny and smart. Many people from within South Africa and international visitors get to the beaches and spend their Christmas lie around in the sun, jumping from one beach party to another. There is nothing better than enjoying Christmas under the sun with family and friends. Most beaches are alive with activity and mini markets which breathe true South African spirit to the beaches. Vendors line the beaches and sell delicious hotdogs and hamburgers, candy and souvenirs to jolly passersby. Beer, although not traditional is also a merriment that can be enjoyed for the beach goers.

Have you ever wanted to experience a truly traditional South African Christmas in the rural villages where goats and sometimes cows are slaughtered and cooked for a huge village dinner? During Christmas villagers get together around and prepare an Africa beer known as Umqombothi and drink until they are having a truly merry Christmas. Christmas celebrations include traditional dance and song resound and villagers eat nice food and dance the whole night. This is an experience that you can enjoy in the Eastern Cape. During December holiday each and everyone at the end of the year return home to their villages to spend some time with their families.

If you are more laid back and prefer to have a great Christmas, then a braai under the African sun at home or in some of South Africa’s beautiful leisure spots is an exciting, not to mention delicious alternative. The people’s favourite, boerewors is a staple for any braai and a Christmas braai would not be as merry without it.