VICKY'S BED AND BREAKFAST - Khayelitsha

Since she began in June of 1998, Vicky's Ved & Breakfast has been a way to share the true township culture and way of life with visitors -- and not only to foreign travelers, but also to her fellow South Africans. Vicky receives visitors from a number of non-profit organizations (schools, NGOs, and the like), and also commonly helps arrange short-term volunteer programs for interested guests. Over the years, her on-the-ground "diplomacy" efforts have brought in very tangible benefits such as donations of food, clothing, equipment and money for her entire neighborhood. As a matter of fact, the sewing centre across the street started with sewing machine donations from tourists - a testament to how sustainable tourism can really benefit local communities.