Wine tasting is a quintessential Cape Town activity. The Western Cape is famous for its wine, and we locals drink it by the bucketload. So it would almost be rude not to visit one of the area’s fantastic wine routes while you’re here! There are four main wine regions in and around Cape Town. I’ve […]
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After living here for 3 years, I’ve devised an itinerary that will enable you to see and do as much as possible in just a few days, and get an idea of what the Mother City is all about. Basically, this is what I would do if I only had 3 days to enjoy this glorious city.
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If you ask me, the Langebaan Lagoon is the ULTIMATE spot for a beach day.
It’s a 1.5-hour drive from Cape Town, but it’s so worth it because the calm, shallow water is ideal for swimming. Oh, yeah, and you won’t freeze to death, either!
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Cape Town may conjure images of sunny beach days, but did you know that there are a TON of amazing things to do here at night? Yup, the Mother City’s vibrant nightlife is one of the reasons I fell in love with it, but you don’t have to get boozy to enjoy the evenings here!
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Did you know that Cape Town is home to one of the most beautiful drives in the world? I mean, it makes sense given how stunning the city is, but the first time I drove along Chapman’s Peak Drive, it took my breath away! It’s a short but stunning stretch of road that winds along
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Ready to go hiking? A guided hike is the perfect way to explore Cape Town’s beautiful, mountainous scenery while staying safe! Here are my top picks.
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If you’ve ever googled Cape Town, the chances are that you’ve seen photos of Bo Kaap’s brightly-coloured cottages. So if you’re thinking about checking out the area, then I don’t blame you! As well as being aesthetically pleasing, Bo Kaap is actually Cape Town’s oldest surviving neighbourhood and is steeped in tradition and culture. Visiting
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If you’re visiting Cape Town during the winter, then whale watching should be at the top of your list! Yup, as if the Mother City didn’t already have enough on offer, it boasts opportunities to see Southern Right whales, Humpback whales, and Bryde’s whales. However, you’re not going to spot any whales wandering around the
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There’s an abundance of adorable fur seals in Cape Town! I always love to spot them swimming around the Waterfront, but did you know that there’s also a Seal Island in Hout Bay? I’ve lived in Cape Town since 2021, and I’ve never seen as many seals as I did when I visited Seal Island.
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If you’re planning a trip to Cape Town, the chances are that you’re keen to see some wildlife while you’re here. And while I can assure you that the city does have plenty of wildlife around, you do have to know where to find it! I really didn’t see that much wildlife in my first
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