The two cities suffered similar ills, but one of them performed better over the Christmas season.
South Africa’s two premier holiday destinations had contrasting seasons, with Durban forcing a brave smile and Cape Town beaming.
One of the contrasts is seen in the number of customers and the amount they spent. eThekwini mayor Mxolisi Kaunda says 702,735 visitors spent R1.5bn, even with hotels only 65% full, but the local chamber of commerce puts the figure at about 500,000 visitors...
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