WORLD CUP SOCCER ATTENDEES SEEK AFFORABLE ACCOMMODATION
Most of the agencies commented that accommodation in South Africa is overpriced. All visitors planning to attend are trying to stretch their Pounds / Euro / Dollars. It is estimated that there will be approximately 600 000 supporters attending the Soccer World Cup which kicks off on 11 June 2010 and ends on 11 July 2010.
Some visitors are going as far as scouting the options of staying in Neighbouring Countries and flying to South Africa only for the matches.
Another trend that is busing unfolding is that visitors would rather rent camping vehicles or Campers and then camp because this option is less expensive and with the current recession in Europe the visitors are forced to look for more affordable options.
Another interesting concept that has emerged, is that home owners in close proximity to the international airports have been approached by a professional organisation to offer accommodation to foreigners attending the World Cup, and will get remunerated a standard tariff per person per night.
Most of the agencies agree that the South Africa facility owners should seriously be considering their price structures for the World Cup Soccer period and ensure that they provide good value for money.
Overcharging the foreigners may result in many facilities not been utilised and others benefiting extensively, especially facilities in Neighbouring Countries which offer good value for money.
The crime situation in South Africa can also contribute to the fact that is safer for visitors to be staying in these countries.