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(Forimmediaterelease.net) An estimated 55,000 people gathered in Cape Town’s Long Street on Friday, December 4, with an additional 150-million viewers following on TV, to watch the highly-anticipated 2010 FIFA World Cup™ Final Draw. Flags of all countries waved as the expectant crowd waited for the big draw, but it was the South African flag that flew most prominently and proudly as Cape Town represented the country in spectacular fashion.

Now with the Final Draw results known and the full Cape Town match schedule available for review, we’re certain that your plans to attend the first African FIFA World Cup has begun in earnest. With this in mind, we’ve prepared a series of answers for questions you may have.

WHAT WILL IT BE LIKE?

Noisy, colorful, and enthusiastic! This is the first time a FIFA World Cup will be held on African soil. A soccer-loving nation, South Africa is also excited to be the host of its first international event of this magnitude. Don’t expect Germany, don’t expect Barcelona – this is Africa, where energy, spontaneity, and hospitality are the cornerstones of society.

WILL I FIND ROOM AT THE INN IN CAPE TOWN?

Yes. There are an estimated 70,000 beds available in the greater Cape Town area. Accommodation options range from six-star luxury hotels and private villas to bed and breakfasts and self-catering house hires. Many of the larger hotels have signed with FIFA booking agent MATCH. If you are looking for a direct booking, go to www.capetown.travel/2010 and see if it is listed among the frequently asked questions (FAQs). If not, ask Cape Town Tourism directly on +27 (0)21 487 6800.

Cape Town Tourism Phone: +27 (0)21 487 6800 Web: www.capetown.travel/2010