Until recently, I was always too scared to hike the India Venster trail up Table Mountain. But after completing it, I’ve realised that it’s actually not as scary as people say! I went up India Venster with a guide, and while I think I would have struggled without his help, it’s actually very manageable as […]
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With its diverse and dramatic scenery, Cape Town is nothing short of a photographer’s dream. From jaw-dropping viewpoints to gorgeous wine estates, the Mother City truly has it all. So if you want to up your ‘gram game while you’re here, I’ve rounded up the best Instagram spots around. These postcard-perfect places will have you
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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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The Franschhoek wine tram is an iconic thing to do in Cape Town! Set in the Franschhoek Valley, this series of trams and tram buses transports wine lovers between wine farms all day long. Does life really get better than that? For me, the short answer is no! I’ve done the Franschhoek wine tram multiple
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Beautiful views abound in Cape Town. One of my favourite things about living here is that I can see either the ocean or a mountain pretty much everywhere I go – and often both! So if you’re looking for the most stunning spots in the city to snap photos or just soak in its natural
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One thing that you should know about South Africa is that there’s a strong tipping culture. However, tipping here is often done quite differently than in other countries. The way they tip with cards here is definitely a bit weird! And when I first got here, there were quite a few instances when I should
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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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Wondering what NOT to do in Cape Town? Well, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve lived here since 2021 and so although there’s not a lot that I don’t love about the Mother City, I have come across a few activities worth skipping in my time. Don’t worry, Cape Town is NOT overrated, but
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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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Thinking about visiting Cape Town? You’re in for SUCH a treat. I truly believe that this is the best city in the world! But first, you need to work out what’s what. And trust me, I know how overwhelming it can feel having to research somewhere totally new. Having to sift through a million different
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