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Cape Town makes TripAdvisor’s Top 25 Travelers’ Choice list
TripAdvisor has listed Cape Town as one of its Top 25 Travelers’ Choice World Destinations, as part of its 2013 Travelers’ Choice Destinations Awards. -
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Germany’s top Instagrammers visit Cape Town
With almost half-a-million followers between them, Germany’s top two Instgrammers, Thomas Kakareko and Sylvia Matzkowiak, are racking up the “likes” as they Instagram their way through Cape Town. -
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Where Would You Rather Be Wednesdays: top foodie spots with fireplaces in Cape Town
Fazielah Williams
There is just something about the cooler weather in inspirational Cape Town that makes me wish I was at one of her top foodie spots, enjoying the warmth of a fireplace this Wednesday. Several delectable establishments where I’d rather be indulging my Hump Day cravings come to mind, but if I absolutely had to choose I’d pick these ones. -
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Top places to be in Observatory
Fazielah Williams
Quirky Observatory is the bohemian soul of Cape Town … it is here where you will find some of the Mother City’s most interesting residents and visitors enjoying the sights, sounds and tastes of this whimsical suburb’s numerous cafés, theatres and bars.
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Fazielah’s top three weekend picks for August 31 to September 2, 2012
Let’s get the countdown started for the weekend and the end of the chilly season with the following events in Cape Town:
Fazielah’s top three weekday picks for August 27 to 30, 2012
We’re hurtling towards the end of August but there is still plenty to see and do in Cape Town.
Join me at the following events from August 27 to 30, 2012 and discover why Cape Town warms up in winter:
Fazielah’s top three weekend picks for August 24 to 26, 2012
It’s the weekend, Cape Town fans!
Let’s celebrate a few days of non-stop fun in the Mother City with the following events:
Fazielah’s top three weekday picks for August 20 to 23, 2012
Happy Monday, Cape Town fans!
There are so many fabulous things taking place in the Mother City this week, we won’t have time to mourn the passing of the all-too-fleeting weekend.
Fazielah’s Top 3 Weekend Picks for August 17 to 19, 2012
Brrrr, we‘ve had a chilly week in Cape Town, haven’t we?
No need to fret, though, because the Mother City is getting her heat on this weekend with the following hot events from August 17 to 19,2012:
Fazielah’s top three weekday picks in Cape Town for August 13 to 16, 2012
It’s a new week in Cape Town and there is plenty to see and do!
Join me at the following events and activities from August 13 to 16, 2012, to discover that the deeper you go into Cape Town, the more beautiful she gets:
Fazielah’s top three weekend picks for August 10 to 12, 2012 in Cape Town
If, like me, you’re the sucker who came back to work the day after a public holiday and you need inspiration for the weekend, don’t worry, I’ve got you covered.
Join me at the following events and activities from August 10 to 12, 2012 and discover why the party never stops in Cape Town:
Natalie Roos’ top things to do in Cape Town in winter
I’m not a Capetonian by birth, but by breed. I’ve lived in this beautiful city since October 2010 and am still in awe of her beauty every day.
Cape Town always quietens during the winter months, which means that there are some fantastic winter specials running everywhere from hotels to restaurants, spas and salons. I like to take full advantage of these in the colder months.
I’ve compiled a list of some of my favourite things to do in Cape Town in winter.
Fazielah’s top three weekday picks in Cape Town
Yes, sadly, it’s Monday… on the bright side, though, it’s Women’s Day on Thursday so it’s a short working week in the Mother City!
Join me at the following events and activities from August 6 to 9, and discover why Cape Town warms up in winter…
Fazielah’s top three weekday picks in Cape Town
Things just keep heating up in Cape Town, regardless of the weather, so why not join me at the following events and attractions in the Mother City, from July 30 to August 2, 2012?
Fazielah’s top three weekday picks in Cape Town
If you thought the past weekend was thrilling with the Manchester United vs. Ajax Cape Town match, wait until you see what the coming week, July 23 to 26, 2012, has in store for you.
Road closures and transport options for Manchester United vs Ajax Cape Town match
It’s the match of the year and it’s coming to the Mother City! Don’t miss the Manchester United vs Ajax Cape Town friendly soccer match at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday, July 21, 2012.
Before you paint your face red and white and head out to Green Point, be sure to heed the following road closures and transport options of this not-to-be-missed match:
Fazielah’s top three weekday picks in Cape Town
Join me in celebrating another week in Cape Town with the following events, from July 16 to 19, 2012:
Germandt Geldenhuys’ top three weekend picks
With so much to do here in the Mother City, it’s often hard to choose one event or attraction over the other, but here is a list of Germandt Geldenhuys’ top pick of things to do this weekend, July 13 to 15, 2012, in Cape Town.
Fazielah’s top three weekday picks for July 9 to 12,2012
If the cold weather has kept you indoors and given you chills down your spine all weekend, you simply must join me at the following events from July 9 to 12, for some warm winter fun this week:
Fazielah’s top weekend picks in Cape Town
Let the countdown to a fabulous weekend in the cool Mother City begin!
Join me at the following events from Friday 6 to Sunday 8 July, 2012 and discover why Cape Town warms up in winter:
Fazielah’s top three weekday picks in Cape Town
Let’s have a moment of silence for the dearly departed weekend…
Now, cast off those blues and join me at the following events from July 2 to 5, 2012, and discover why Cape Town warms up in winter:
Fazielah’s top weekend picks in Cape Town
Between the cold weather, a financial course and long meetings, I have had a pretty tough week … which is why I can’t wait for my weekend entertainment.
Join me at the following events and activities from June 29 to July 1, 2012 and discover why Cape Town warms up in winter:
Fazielah’s top 3 weekday picks in Cape Town
My weekend was fabulous (when you live in Cape Town, isn’t it always?) but I’m looking forward to a week of entertainment, comfort food and spending time with my loved ones.
Throw back the bedcovers and join me at the following warm winter events in the Mother City from June 25 to 28, 2012:
Fazielah’s top 3 weekday picks in Cape Town
I’ll bet you’re as fed-up with battling the sniffles and staying indoors this chilly season as I am, so why not join me at the following events and places from June 18 to 21, and discover why Cape Town warms up in winter?
Lucy Tops’ top 3 weekend picks in Cape Town
Picking only three top weekend things to do in Cape Town is difficult because we are so spoilt for choice in this beautiful city, which I am proud to call my home.
If it has to be three, though, you can’t go wrong with…
Claus’ top five unexpected sights: Interview with City Sightseeing CEO Claus Tworeck
CEO of the beloved Cape Town attraction, City Sightseeing Cape Town, Claus Tworeck shares his top five unexpected city sights with us and explains why he loves Cape Town.
Cooking on top of a wonder of nature: Interview with Table Mountain’s Chef Harry Schmidt
Table Mountain Café is the go-to culinary stop after admiring the awe-inspiring views from the top of our New7Wonder of Nature, Table Mountain, but have you ever given a thought to who creates the delicious meals?
I sat down with Harry Schmidt, master chef at Table Mountain Café and found out how he and his team manage to prepare mouth-watering meals and transport the delicious goods to the top of the mountain every day.
My Wild West Coast Adventure
The West Coast, which stretches from Blaauwberg to Namaqualand, consists of 44 small towns and everything from lagoons to bird sanctuaries, and kayaking to whale watching. There’s so much more to this part of the Cape than meets the eye.
Road Closures for 2012 Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon
Thousands of participants and spectators are set to descend on picturesque Cape Town for the 2012 Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon this Easter weekend, April 6 and 7, 2012.
Known as “the world’s most beautiful marathon”, this year’s event will take runners on a scenic tour of the Peninsula, with the Half Marathon set in the Southern Suburbs and the Ultra Marathon along the Chapman’s Peak Route.
Win an Inspirational 2013 Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon trip to Cape Town!
This year, Cape Town Tourism and our partners are giving you the opportunity to win an all expenses paid inspirational trip for two to the Mother City, including flights, accommodation, car rental and city experiences, as well as entries into the world’s most beautiful marathon, the 2013 Old Mutual Two Oceans Ultra Half or Full Marathon.
Cape Town – A city of sport
Most of us need no convincing that Cape Town is a distinguished tourist haven but, to top that accolade, it’s also fast becoming renowned as a city of sport, playing host to world-class sporting events. As we speak, many local and international sportsmen and woman are gearing up and putting in their final training hours to participate in some major events on the Cape Town sporting calendar.