Experiences makes people like Port Alfred

FOR our Facebook question this week we asked readers: What distinguishes Port Alfred from the other towns you have lived in or visited?

The responses we received show how Port Alfred is beloved by both current and former residents. As much as they might not be homogeneous in what they like, the different responses highlight positive aspects about the town.

mentioned that she fell in love with the atmosphere that lacks the bustle of cities.

grew up in Port Alfred and had worked here from 1988 to 1993. In that time she enjoyed residing in a small town, and the lack of traffic on the road which is a problem for big cities.

subscribes to the aforementioned statements by stating that Port Alfred has no traffic compared to Durban and Johannesburg. She further indicated that all facilities are at hand in Port Alfred, but in addition to that, there are also friendly and caring people.

normally visits her family in Port Alfred and said she appreciates the Kowie River with its activities, the beach, a small mall but with enough restaurants to tickle the taste buds. She further indicated that Bathurst has always been her preference. She sees Port Alfred as being removed from the hustle and bustle of Cape Town as well as a town that charms and where you can really rest and relax.

arrived here 26 years ago to work at the Kowie Grand Hotel (now Stenden), and she sees Port Alfred as a little piece of heaven and as a result of that never regretted moving here. expressed her disappointment with some aspects of the town. Nonetheless, her love for Port Alfred enables her to overlook all the disappointments. “Port Alfred is a lovely little town, but I must admit that we are disappointed in all the litter lying around, but we love it here,” she said. She moved to Port Alfred eight months ago from Ballito, where she had lived for 16 years.

To some people Port Alfred’s goodness goes beyond to what the town offers. Lifestyle and financial aspects are fundamental aspects that

and talked about. Reynolds stated that she had “never heard of Port Alfred before, but it’s the best move we made”. She believes that Port Alfred’s lifestyle is relaxed compared to Johannesburg, and that having the ocean at her door is wonderful.

Bezuidenhout highlighted that it doesn’t cost a fortune to live in Port Alfred as long as you stick to a budget. She supported her claim by stating that the supermarkets have constant specials.