Hotels in Durban, which hosted the first Test between South Africa and the British and Irish Lions, sold out weeks ago, forcing some supporters to take rooms two hours away or more. Many have opted for shortened weekend breaks during the Test series and one enterprising fan has even booked a one-day round trip.
More than 30 000 fans have travelled to South Africa for the Lions tour, but that figure will be dwarfed by the influx of football fans next summer.
Lack of accommodation remains one of the chief concerns for World Cup organisers, who have been forced to reserve hotel rooms in neighbouring countries.
SA may struggle to find room for World Cup fans
Mail & Guardian
June 21, 2009
