Luxurious Beachside Accommodation In Cape Town
Most people, when they think of a holiday in Cape Town immediately bring to mind the wide, cerulean blue skies, bright, warm sunshine and white sand beaches. Of course there is a whole host of other things that Cape Town is famous for, not least the iconic Table Mountain; Cape Point where the Indian and […]
De Waterkant – Accommodation In Cape Town That Hits The High Notes!
There is something about Cape Town that makes it a real stand-out city, not just in South Africa, but in world cities, where it competes very favourably for the title of most cosmopolitan. Although not one of the largest cities on Earth, Cape Town manages to pack in a number of districts that have their […]
Paternoster – Crayfish Heaven and Fisherman's Delight On Your Cape Town Holiday
Continuing our West Coast journey from Cape Town along the Atlantic coastline, we are venturing along the path taken by Vasco De Gama back in 1497 and following in his footsteps to discover the beauty of Paternoster. Heading north from our overnight stop at The Farmhouse Hotel, Langebaan, we follow the road out of town past […]
Best Cape Town Beaches For Fun In The Sun
Well, the hot summer sun is getting well into its stride this week here in Cape Town, so I thought that I would tell you about some wonderful places to visit, keep cool and still see the very best that the Western Cape has to offer. The beaches around the coast of the Cape Peninsula […]
Safari in Cape Town For The Best Of Both Worlds
Most times when people consider Cape Town for a holiday destination, they don’t immediately think of the lovely Mother City being a safari location. It’s true to say that most people visit for the beauty of the white sand beaches, the coastline vistas, the vibrant green of the vineyards and of course the iconic Table […]
Your Cloud Nine Holiday In Cape Town Beckons
Your holiday in Cape Town awaits you! But you haven’t yet fixed that special place to call home whilst you are on your South African travels and time is running out … And where to begin? There are so many places to research. Let me be your guide, ensuring that you have the holiday you […]
What To Do In Cape Town After The New Year Parties
Life in Cape Town settles down into its high summer rhythms after the fun and festivities of Christmas and New Year. For a city like Cape Town that thrives on the outdoors, the summer sun shines down on a myriad of sporting events including cricket at Newlands; Sri Lanka are visiting for the 3rd Test […]
Sparkling Cape Town Celebrations – Start New Year With A Bang
Cape Town has it all … the warmth, sunshine, backdrops, beaches, excitement and entertainment! And never more so than at New Year, when the city turns itself into the party capital of the world. With the summer weather fully upon us, the city pulls out all the stops for New Years Eve and the first […]
Wine, Wonder and Wildlife This Christmas In Cape Town
One of our favourite pastimes at this time of year is to take a wine tour around the famous wine estates of the Western Cape. Buying your Christmas celebratory wine direct from the cellar door is a unique experience, not least for the amazing estate homesteads and spectacular scenery. A Cape Town wine tour is […]
Carols By Candlelight, Picnics and Parties For A Cape Town Christmas
One of the very best things about Christmas in Cape Town is the warm weather! In the Northern Hemisphere people are shivering in the icy winds, sleet, rain and snow. Here in South Africa the balmy warmth of summer is spreading its goodwill. Carols by Candlelight is a popular pastime at this time of the […]
Waterfront Adventures For The Best Cape Town Tours
The waterfront- stepping outside into the heat, you are hit with a warm breeze providing comfort after a hot car ride. The cooling breeze brings with it an array of scents – juicy succulent steaks from the award winning Belthazar restaurant, fresh fish from Quay Four cooked to your fancy; the salty tang of the […]
Atop The World On Cape Town's Towering New 7 Wonders of Nature Icon
It’s iconic … and it’s now been confirmed! Table Mountain, Cape Town, South Africa is officially one of the worlds 7 wonders of nature. Table Mountain from Milnerton The mountain has stood the test of time; cradling the city and becoming a landmark of considerable distinction for sailors coming into the bay to shelter from […]
Exotic, Colourful Bo-Kaap – Vibrant Heart of Cape Town, South Africa
Jostling for prominence in the vibrant city of Cape Town, alongside the other more famous districts such as The V & A Waterfront, Clifton and Constantia, lies the colourful, dynamic area of Bo-Kaap. Nestled under the towering magnificence of Table Mountain, on the slopes of Signal Hill, lies the pretty area known locally as the […]
Music In The Air On A Beautiful Cape Town Summer Evening
One of the best things about a vacation in Cape Town is the abundance of special events that take place in stunning locations - things that you wouldn’t normally get the opportunity to do when you are at home. Because of the wonderful weather, life in Cape Town is lived at a slower pace with […]
What To Do In Cape Town In November
The dawn of a new month with November in Cape Town heralding warm, summer weather. Want to take advantage of those enticing blue skies and longer evenings? November is a delightful month, due in main to the balmy weather conditions – longer days with sun up around 5.30 am and spectacular sunsets. One of the […]
Scenic Coastal Train Tour With A Difference
Ride The historical False Bay coastline train down to Simons Town for a memorable Cape Town tour that will stay with you long after your vacation ends. Much is spoken about the Atlantic Seaboard coastline of Cape Town with the glamourous villages of Clifton and Camps Bay attracting the attentions of the rich and famous, […]
Wedding Belles for a Cape Town Honeymoon
What better time of year than to be thinking of a wedding than the run up to Christmas, especially in the Southern Hemisphere. South Africa, particularly at this time of year, is one of the top picks for a glorious getaway from it all Cape Town honeymoon. With all the organizing, nerves and last-minute panics […]
Sunshine and Spa's on A Luxury Cape Town Holiday
As the year winds down into the frantic run up to Christmas and holidays, our thoughts turn to relaxing … and vacations. Where better to de-stress than under the beautiful blue skies of Cape Town, South Africa? Twelve Apostles Choosing a spa hotel makes the perfect getaway option, especially in a destination as varied as […]
