Cape Town may be famous for its fabulous wine, but the Mother City is also home to some excellent gin. So if you’re looking to do a gin tasting in Cape Town, there’s no shortage of places to go! The Cape Floral Kingdom is home to lots of interesting botanicals that make their way into much …
Looking for a cool place to grab a drink in Cape Town? Well, you’re in luck! I’ve lived here for a few years now, so I’d like to think that I can make a few decent recommendations about the best bars to check out while you’re in town. In fact, I’ve worked tirelessly to get …
Sure, there’s a ton to do IN Cape Town, but there are also some amazing day trips on offer! From penguins to wine farms and world-famous scenic drives, Cape Town has a ton to offer visitors beyond its beautiful beaches and bustling centre. I always say that Cape Town isn’t really a city that you …
I’m well aware that Cape Town has a reputation as a dangerous place to be. Many first-time visitors are understandably nervous about setting foot in the Mother City. In reality, it’s safe for travellers to come here but there are some things to know beforehand. While I find Cape Town an easy place to live, …
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Cape Town is a driving city. Almost everyone drives here, and lots of travellers decide to rent a car because it’s generally considered the best way to get around.
When you come to South Africa, you usually get a 90 day visa on arrival, but sometimes 3 months just isn’t enough. Cape Town is an amazing city and there are lots of reasons to stay. However, I won’t lie to you: extending my South African tourist visa has caused me headache after headache since …
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Cape Town is an amazing city, and it makes me sad that some travellers decide not to come here for safety reasons. Look, I get it. Once upon a time, I would have told you the same thing. But although Cape Town is statistically a very dangerous city, you’re fairly unlikely to come to harm …
Wherever you travel, it’s always worth knowing how you’re going to get from the airport to your accommodation, and Cape Town is no different. In Cape Town, there are relatively few ways to get from the airport to the city – and even fewer that you should actually consider. Fortunately, getting from the airport to …
Lion’s Head is an iconic Cape Town peak, second only to Table Mountain. It’s an unmistakable part of the city’s skyline, and hiking to the summit is one of the most popular things to do here. The route to the summit takes you up in a spiral around the mountain, so you get 360° views …
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Table Mountain is an iconic symbol of not only Cape Town, but South Africa as a whole. This flat-topped mountain is the city’s most famous tourist attraction. It’s visible from pretty much everywhere in Cape Town and it’s impossible to imagine what the city would be like without it! I’ve been up to the top …
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