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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.
Driving in Cape Town: EVERYTHING You Need to Know Read More »
Struggling to apply for a South African visa extension? You’re not alone! Three months in South Africa isn’t enough, but the visa extension process is complicated and arduous. The official guidance is unclear and has some pretty gaping holes in it, as I have learned the hard way. So now that I’ve figured out the
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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
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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
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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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The hike from Tafelberg Road to Kloof Corner is a firm favourite amongst Capetonians – myself included. And I promise, when you make it up here yourself, you’ll see why! The route takes you up to an incredible vantage point with panoramic views of the 12 Apostles, Lion’s Head, Signal Hill, and the city bowl.
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Visiting the penguins at Boulders Beach in Cape Town is without a doubt one of the best things to do when you come to the city. That’s right, as if beaches, mountains, wine farms, and amazing food weren’t enough, Cape Town also has its very own penguin colony! I’ve been to visit the penguins twice
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Booked a stay in Sea Point and wondering what to do here? Sea Point is a goldilocks neighbourhood. It’s not as expensive as the beachy areas but it’s close to town, runs along the seafront, and has a really fun vibe. And with that in mind, I’ve put together a list of the best things
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