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The ‘Absolutely Fabulous’ Way to Explore Cape Town

Posted in Vehicle Hire by Admin on Jun 9th, 2008

Adrenalin Junkies! Have you always wanted to try something different and exciting and perhaps a little adventurous too…?? Now you have the perfect opportunity. Select your activity of choice and live your dream!

Helicopter Heroics
See the Cape Peninsula and Table Mountain range from a different perspective feel like a movie star in La Dolce Vita.

UpUpand Away
In my beautiful balloon! Drift across vineyards, farmlands and the awesome mountainous scenery, breathlessly beautiful and peaceful from a magical hot-air balloon. Make sure you bring the best champagne.

Mountain Biking Mania
Hire a bike for an adventure of dirt roads, drop offs and exhilarating single track. There are so many selected trails on offer.

Ride the PlankSurfing
You can hire a surfboard, wetsuit and teacher for a fun-filled morning of surfing in Muizenberg. Have lunch at a local restaurant, and then experience art & culture in this seaside village.

Eagle’s Eye - Tandem Paragliding
Experience the eagle’s playground Break free from this earthbound existencefeel the wind against your face and ride the heat thermals…!! Licensed paragliders will take you on an incredible, almost spiritual experience.

Other Cape Town attractions to investigate:
Open Water Kayaking, White Water Rafting and Kayaking, Caving, Kite Surfing, Bungee Jumping, Adventure Sports and Scuba Safaris.

Culture Adventures of Africa

Beat the Djembe
Communal drumming has been an integral part of African life for thousands of years as a means of celebrating life, love and unity. A guaranteed stress-buster, modern-day drumming is a great way to let loose, have fun and invigorate your mind. Rhythm is a universal language, and drumming creates a unity that transcends the barriers of culture, gender, age, religion, and hierarchy.

Join the euphoria of playing in a drum circle and create music lead by trained facilitators. Soon you and your companions will be weaving a pattern of sound as your hands pound the skins. Discover real African Roots!

Afterwards, quench your thirst with umqomboti beer and sit down to a real African feast with the background sounds of a Marimba Band. Later in the evening traditional Gold Miners set your feet stomping with their Gumboot Dancing.

Marimba in the Township
Embrace Africa with an interactive adventure into music and culture! Your experience begins in Langa Township, where Dizu ‘Zungulu’ Plaatjies formed the famous Amampondo band in 1979. Amampondo, which means ‘the people of Mpondo’, the fabled land of the Xhosa Kingdom in the Eastern Cape, was founded with a strong desire to preserve and protect South African traditional music and to carry traditional sounds into the future.

You will be inspired by the enthusiasm and natural rhythm of a young marimba band at play (marimba means ‘wood that sings’), and when it’s your turn, enjoy personalized instruction from a teacher. You can visit an art centre and gain insight into the history and culture of the Xhosa people. Relax and enjoy a traditional lunch in an unusual township restaurant, where you can experience lively interaction with local people.

You could complete your day with something you’ve never done before! Participate in a workshop offered by a community project showcasing local art and craft using wire, tin, beads and metal - all imbued with the spirit of Africa.

South Africa travel is an utter delight for all kinds of travellers. Whether you are into extreme adventures, sun drenched days on silky white beaches or safaris, South Africa travel experiences will not disappoint. IDrive Self-drive holidays are so popular because driving in South Africa is easy, safe and exposes you to some of the greatest attractions.


Hire Purchase - What is a Hire Purchase

Posted in Vehicle Hire by Admin on May 25th, 2008

A hire purchase is a type of loan typically used to purchase large items. Cars are a popular item to use a hire purchase on but the consumer should be aware of what exactly a hire purchase is and what the terms of the sale are. Each financial institution that offers hire purchase loans has various terms that can vary between lenders. It is important for consumers to be fully aware of the terms before committing to this type of loan to ensure that this is the best option for purchase. Consumers should research all car loan options to determine which method is the best for their particular purchase.

With a hire purchase, an initial deposit is made to the lending source. Monthly payments are then made which include the total amount of the purchase price plus an agreed upon interest rate. When looking for a hire purchase, it is important to shop around as many financial institutions will compete for business by offering lower interest rates. It is in the consumer’s best interest to choose the hire purchase with the lowest interest rate and the least amount of associated fees.

At the end of the hire purchase, the consumer then has the ability to own the vehicle in total. Make sure to read all the fine print of a hire purchase agreement before committing to it. There may be additional fees that will make a low interest hire purchase more expensive than one with a higher interest rate but with now additional fees. At the end of the term for the hire purchase, some lending companies will require a fee to complete the transaction. This fee for the hire purchase can sometimes be expensive so be sure that the terms are known and the total purchase price, including interest on the hire purchase, penalties and fees are known. Choose the hire purchase option that has the lowest total price at the end of the term.

With a hire purchase, the item is not owned by the buyer until the entire sum of the money due is paid, in full, to the lender. Until such time, the financial institution that holds the hire purchase loan is the owner of the vehicle. The downside to this is that the vehicle can not be modified in any way prior to complete ownership without the authorization of the lender. This can be cumbersome to a consumer who may want to change various items in the vehicle such as modifying the stereo components or changing the paint color. If there is any damage done to the vehicle during the term of the hire purchase, the borrower is completely liable for repairing the damage.

Making timely payments for the full amount of the monthly installment is particularly important when dealing with a hire purchase. The lender has complete authority to repossess the vehicle at any time prior to the pay off of the loan if payments are not received on time and for the full monthly installment. People who have good credit and a stable source of income can benefit from a hire purchase if they are confident that the payments will be made on time. However, anyone who has had trouble making payments on time in the past may want to research other options that provide a bit more flexibility in payment.

For more information and advice on this subject, please visit my car leasing website at http://www.alphaleasing.co.uk.


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