Port Elizabeth

Leaving Jo'burg we encountered a very"helpful" porter (wearing a uniform & looking very official) who almost grabbed our passports and checked us in at one of the automatic machines. When we got to bag drop we discovered he'd taken us to the wrong place, printed out useless bag tags & tried to request payment. Fortunately, we hadn't yet acquired any rand and neither had we asked for assistance, so he left empty handed.
Continuing in this eventful South African arrival, the wind at Port Elizabeth was gusting to 80km/ hour. Sure enough, as we started to land the plane was buffeted wildly. About 4 metres off the ground, there was a surge of power and we lifted off again. Luckily, after a tense 10 minutes, we landed on our second attempt. The passengers applause was heartfelt.
Peter & Anita greeted us at the airport & after check in at the Radisson, we headed to Ziggys waterfront pub and enjoyed a lovely lunch & live music. South Africa is abuzz with expectation, as tonight the Springboks play the All Blacks.
Peter & Anita took us on a guided tour around Port Elizabeth and its beautiful coastline. A mongoose (we think) scooted across the road at one point. The day ended with dinner at Charlie's Pizza & Pasta, a cosy resto next to our hotel.Read more