Bloemfontein (Dutch: "Flower Fountain") is one of the three capitals of South-Africa and a major city. This could be a major connection or a stop for wine-drinking or ostrich riding.
Blyde River Canyon (Dutch: "happy river canyon") is one of the largest and certainly greenest canyons on Earth.
The Drakensberg ("Dragons Mountain") escarpment is a mountain range in Eastern South Africa that includes features such as the Blyde River Canyon, Three Rondavels, and God's Window.
Durban is the 3rd largest city and the busiest port in South-Africa. Durban is a ethnically diverse city, with large Zulu, White, and Indian/Asian populations.
Johannesburg is the largest city and economic heart of South-Africa. People are starting to make it a "friendlier" city, away from the bad name of robbers and thieves. You still need to be careful, but a city tour to see the old and new Joburg is certainly worthwhile. Buying diamants? De Beers has its HQ here. Politics? Visit So-We-To (South-West Township) where Nelson Mandela lived.
Kimberley is important as a Diamond Mining area.
Port Elizabeth is one of the largest cities in South-Africa. Portuguese, Dutch and English history left its traces.
Stellenbosch is a wine area close to Capetown. It is named after its Dutch founder Simon van der Stel.