FIFA World Cup 2010: Shall we believe in an octopus?

An English born octopus predicted all four Germany games correctly and indicated that Saturday's game will be a tough battle and that it may even end in a penalty shootout because it took him about an hour to approach a water glass containing a mussel marked with a German flag. Read more about this unbelievable story here.
Dreamfields Guesthouse likes to believe in a win of the German team!

FIFA World Cup 2010: England plays Germany

The world waits for the clash of the arch-rivals today at 4 pm in Bloemfontein.It could not be worse…The hosts of Dreamfields Guesthouse, being English and German, were hoping that England and Germany will not meet so soon. Not only the hosts but also the guests will wear different shirts today and either support England or Germany!
Come on England!

FIFA World Cup 2010: Exciting day

Only a few games are left to find out which teams will reach the “Group of 16”. The hosts of Dreamfields Guesthouse are having a very exciting day: England and Germany face their last and deciding game of the group stages! Some of Dreamfields Guesthouses guests will watch Australia – Serbia live at Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit.

Ke nako! Africa's time is here!

8 games are played and 56 more games to come – the FIFA World Cup 2010 is here!
Fans with Team Specific Ticket Series or individual match tickets have enough time to escape the crowds and to do some sightseeing. Even though the whole country is soccer-mad, Hazyview is still a quiet little town with lots to offer. There is no better way to combine the World Cup experience with a wildlife experience! The drive from Gauteng (Johannesburg, Pretoria) to Hazyview will possibly be shorter than a drive to a Soccer city! Check out availability and book your break from the crowds here.

FIFA World Cup 2010: So much is happening!

Yesterday Johannesburg was a sea of green and gold: A proud nation showed its support for the home team - Bafana Bafana – while the team drove in an open top bus through the city.
Today, one day before the official kick off to the 2010 World Cup, the event already starts with a big concert, billed as the greatest entertainment event to date in Africa. International superstars, like Shakira and The Black Eyes Peas, will perform in collaboration with major African artists in Johannesburg tonight.
According to the Telegraph Nelson Mandela will attend the opening ceremony and game tomorrow. If it is true or not, Mandela was a key figure in South Africas successful bid for the World Cup and his presence in the stadium would deliver a further boost to the excitement here.
Dreamfields Guesthouse wishes all their guests and all fans a fantastic time!

FIFA World Cup 2010: Maiden flight for German team

Most of the teams already arrived in South Africa and the German team will leave Frankfurt today. A great team needs a great plane: The Lufthansa A380 takes off for its first long haul flight with passengers and will arrive Monday morning in Johannesburg. Source: Lufthansa
Dreamfields Guesthouse wishes a happy landing and lots of success during the World Cup!

FIFA World Cup 2010: Interactive calendar

Time flies! In only one week the Football World Cup 2010 kicks off with the opening game South Africa – Mexiko.
Today will also be the last "Football Friday" where millions of South Africans and the owners and staff of Dreamfields Guesthouse wear Football shirts to support the event and their team.
A very good overview about the event, stadiums and games you will get from this interactive calendar.

More questions...

After the great feedback about our article "Important (funny) questions" about South Africa, here are some more serious ones: South Africa in 2010: Alive with possibility.
We hope that all guests of Dreamfields Guesthouse and all the other fans coming to South Africa will have a memorable and enjoyable stay!

FIFA World Cup 2010: SA Football Terminology

Guests staying at Dreamfields Guesthouse during the World Cup (and beyond) should learn some of the typical South African football terms, so that you are well prepared to celebrate with all the South African fans in and outside of the stadium!
Bafana Bafana: South Africa's national team ('the boys, the boys')
Makarapa: Modified, decorated miners' helmet unique to South African soccer fans. Anything goes on a Makarapa, with goat horns, bells, bicycle horns and so on.
Vuvuzela: A large, colourful plastic trumpet that makes the sound of a foghorn. It is pretty much a must-have accessory at any South African Soccer match.
Laduma: A popular cheer celebrating goals scored at a soccer match (actual meaning: goal).
iDiski: South African term for soccer.
Diski dance: A dance that combines many typical soccer moves and showcases the unique way soccer is played in South Africa.
Tsamaya: Breath taking skill – better known as a feint.
Ishibobo: Literally it means nutmeg, but refers to passing the ball between the opponent's legs.

Sabi Sands Webcam

A brilliant opportunity to „take part“ on a Sabi Sands AM and PM Safari – even if you are not there: Live webcam
Thanks to the the Facebook group “Kruger National Park – Best Place on Earth”
The Sabi Sands is app. a 30 minutes drive from Dreamfields Guesthouse.