-
Featured
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. -
Featured
Kirstenbosch takes gold at the Chelsea Flower Show
Last month, we showed you a sneak peek of the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden’s exhibition that would be on display at the Royal Horticultural Society’s Chelsea Flower Show. Today we can report that Kirstenbosch has won a gold medal for their amazing work. Congratulations to the team! -
Featured
Two days hiking the Hoerikwaggo Trail
Cape Town has an extensive offering of hiking trails for hikers of every fitness level ... I recently spent two days on the Hoerikwaggo Trail, taking in the views and enjoying nature’s splendour. -
Featured
Gordon Ramsay heads to Good Food & Wine Show 2013 in Cape Town
Fazielah Williams
He’s nearly as well-known for his fiery temper as he is for his heavenly culinary creations … celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is headed to the Good Food & Wine Show in Cape Town from Thursday 23 to Sunday 26 May, 2013.
Loading blog articles, this will just take a moment!
Jetsam – Flickr pic of the day
This picture of a “washed-up” Santa was taken by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Psuedoir.
Cape Town’s Ceara McEvoy heads off to London for Biggest Baddest Bucket List finals
She’s impressed locals with her passion for the Mother City in her amazing video, and scored hundreds of votes on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and more ... Now exuberant videographer Ceara McEvoy heads off to London as one of 10 finalists in My Destination’s Biggest Baddest Bucket List competition on Friday 18 May, 2013.
Cape Town on the National Geographic Channel: watch The World in Two Cities
The National Geographic Channel is currently screening a documentary called The World in Two Cities, in which travel expert Andrew Evans explores Cape Town and Durban. The documentary airs around the world on various dates for the next few weeks, including countries such as England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales, India, Australia, New Zealand, Germany and France.
#InstagramDiary: V&A Market on the Wharf
We recently opened our Instagram account, where we’ll be posting weekly #InstagramDiary trends in exciting things to do and see in Cape Town ... as well as lots of other pictures in between.
Baxtop at the G-Spot – Flickr pic of the day
This picture of the band Baxtop was taken by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Bruce, aka smee.bruce.
Your Cape Town Weekend: things to do from Friday 17 to Sunday 19 May, 2013
The countdown to a fun-filled and thrilling weekend in Cape Town has begun, Mother City lovers, and I’m sure that like me, you can’t wait to get things started!
Where Would You Rather Be Wednesdays in Cape Town: places our visitors recommend
Beautiful Cape Town has played hosted to a number of top international journalists and bloggers in the past year, including National Geographic’s Digital Nomad Andrew Evans and Matt Long of @LandLopers, who visited along with his fellow #lovecapetown iAmbassadors, and they sure have been vocal about Where They Would Rather Be on Wednesdays in the Mother City.
Garden’s company – Flickr pic of the day
This picture of an adorable squirrel was taken in the Company’s Garden by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Antophotasia Cape Town, aka Antonella AfricanSoul.
Charly’s Bakery launches new cake-themed trailers at Old Mac Daddy
What do you get when you throw together two luxury Airstream trailers, 12 creatives, a whole lot of love and a little bit of sugar? The answer is two beautiful Charly’s Bakery-themed luxury Airstream trailers set in the Elgin Valley.
My weekend away at the Agulhas National Park
There are few things I enjoy more than exploring my beautiful Cape Town and her gorgeous surrounding towns, so my adventures with South African National Parks are a real treat. Marking a year since our first trip to the West Coast in April 2012, our media family set off for the luscious shores of the Agulhas National Park on Friday April 19, 2013.
Five yoga studios in Cape Town
There’s absolutely no need to miss out on yoga when you visit Cape Town. Here is a list of five studios in Cape Town that offer drop-in classes and short-term packages.
Five spots in Muizenberg
From being a millionaire’s paradise to a bohemian village, Muizenberg remains a lovely seaside town to visit.
Countdown to the 2013 Gugulethu Wine Festival in Cape Town begins!
It’s May in the Mother City ... and you know what that means, don’t you? It’s time for the third annual TOPS Gugulethu Wine Festival, which runs from Friday May 24 to Saturday May 25, 2013.
#MeetSouthAfrica bloggers’ one night in Cape Town
South African Tourism recently hosted several travel bloggers from around the world for its #MeetSouthAfrica campaign. Cape Town Tourism had one night to show them around the Mother City ... What do you do when you have just one night in Cape Town?
One day I’ll fly away – Flickr pic of the day
This striking picture was taken in Bakoven by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Gabriela Slegrova.
Reds, whites and greens – golf in the Winelands
“Many professional golfers are wine aficionados, and worldwide recognised names have launched or are in partnership with vineyards throughout the world.” This quote is by golf and travel writer Michael Cunningham, writing in the Wineries Refined magazine in British Columbia, Canada.
Caveman John – Flickr pic of the day
This picture was taken from the small cave below the main lookout point along Chapman’s Peak Drive, by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Paul Bruins, aka Panorama Paul.
Uthando South Africa wins at Indaba 2013
At the heart of responsible tourism is a new generation of responsible travellers who are seeking real, meaningful and authentic experiences and are in tune with responsible lifestyle practices such as buying fair-trade products and experiences, and supporting community tourism.
Cape Town has been working towards being a responsible and sustainable city and destination for many years and we have again seen an increase in responsible tourism awareness, products and practices at Indaba 2013.
Port of Cape Town – Flickr pic of the day
This photo of the beautiful Dutch tall ship Europa, in dry dock, was captured by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Jose Romeu.
Liverpool versus Ajax match cancelled
The highly anticipated match between English Premier League team Liverpool and local team Ajax Cape Town has been cancelled.
A paragliding adventure
Winchester Mansions Hotel MD Nils Hecksher experienced the Atlantic Seaboard from up high when he celebrated his birthday with a paragliding experience.
Five things you didn’t know about Adderley Street
Adderley Street has always been the high street of Cape Town. For many it’s the site of nostalgic childhood memories, having been taken to see the Christmas lights. Today, this main artery of the city buzzes with activity. Cape Town’s central train station, bus terminals and the entrance to the Golden Acre shopping centre, numerous shops, banks, hotels and offices are located on Adderley – along with a jamboree of informal traders and a seasonal night market.
Solar powered – Flickr pic of the day
This stunning image of the Slangkop lighthouse was taken by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Bruce, aka smee.bruce
Facebook Feedback Friday: where in the Mother City to take your Mom this Mother’s Day
Yesterday, we asked the fans of our Facebook page, I ♥ Cape Town: where in the Mother City would you take your Mom this Mother’s Day?
Your Cape Town weekend: Things to do from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 May, 2013
Happy Mother’s Day Weekend, Mother City lovers! With 48 hours of quality mom-time awaiting, there is plenty to see and do in caring Cape Town. Join me at the following events from Friday 10 to Sunday 12 May, 2013 and discover why there is no better place to celebrate the special women in your life.
Justin Bieber live in Cape Town: concert photos
They came in their thousands, they screamed at the top of their lungs and boy, did they Believe! Canadian pop star Justin Bieber had scores of Cape Town’s teenage girls (and their moms) enthralled at his sold-out concert at the Cape Town Stadium on Wednesday 8 May, 2013.
Burger King opens in Cape Town in 24 Hours!
American fast-food chain, Burger King, opens its doors in Cape Town for the first time tomorrow.
Justin Bieber in Cape Town: Social media pics
Bieber fever has hit Cape Town!
Even though the Cape Town Stadium hosted Bon Jovi last night, fans of boy-wonder Justin Bieber were already queueing outside, for his concert tonight.
Where Would You Rather Be Wednesdays in Cape Town: things to do
Quite frankly, Mother City lovers, I’d much rather be in the arms of the gorgeous Jon Bon Jovi, overlooking the view of the city from the top of Table Mountain on this delightful autumn Wednesday in Cape Town ...
Bon Jovi in Cape Town: photos
“Whoaah, we’re halfway there, Whoaah, livin on a prayer …” If you still have chills running up and down your spine thanks to the crowd and Bon Jovi’s amazing a capella singalong to this popular hit, chances are you partied like a rock star with the legendary band at the Cape Town Stadium on Tuesday 7 May, 2013!