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Why Rob Vember loves Cape Town
Rob Vember is a radio DJ and proud Capetonian. He grew up in Cape Town and studied in Grahamstown, where, working at the campus station, he was bitten by the radio bug. Returning to the Mother City to join the DJ line-up on Heart FM, he then made the move to Johannesburg to become part of the 5FM team, where he has been for the last few years. He recently made the move back home to continue presenting his weekday show from 5FM’s Cape Town studios. We asked him what he loves about the city. -
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Eat, shoot, share and win at the V&A Waterfront
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What do you get when you combine gourmet food and flash photography in an inspirational seaside city? Why, the Discover Delicious winter campaign at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, of course! -
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Facebook Feedback Friday: your plans for Father’s Day in the Mother City
Bring your father to the Mother City this weekend and celebrate! We asked the members of our Facebook page, I ♥ Cape Town, what they’ll be doing this Father’s Day. Here’s a selection of some of their responses. -
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Liezel van der Westhuizen‘s top reasons to #LoveCapeTown City Breaks
Fazielah Williams
She’s celebrating 1 000 days in the Mother City on Tuesday 18 June, 2013 and from her numerous photos, social media posts and on-air shout-outs, it’s clear for all to see that media personality Liezel van der Westhuizen loves Cape Town.
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Cape Town Tourism wins Best Overall Use of Social Media title at SMITTY Awards in New York
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Cape Town named as TripAdvisor’s ninth-cheapest city for world travellers
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Father’s Day 2013 events in Cape Town
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Hilarious line-up for Jive Cape Town Funny Festival 2013
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How to skydive at 96, and other life lessons
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Kiteboarding in Cape Town
White men can’t jump? With all the wind power in Cape Town, ALL men can! In Big Bay, when the wind starts howling, the surf starts calling! After all, life really only starts at 20 knots.
A music aficionado’s guide to the Cape Town International Jazz Festival
With just a month to go to Africa’s grandest music gathering, the 14th Cape Town International Jazz Festival on Friday 5 and Saturday 6 April, 2013, the Mother City is abuzz with excitement. To be held once again at the impressive Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), this year’s festival is set to thrill jazz lovers with world-class music.
Where Would You Rather Be Wednesdays: I ♥ Cape Town fans’ top places in photos
Four weeks, four questions and over a thousand suggestions … Mother City lovers, you’re amazing at letting us know Where You Would Rather Be on Wednesdays in inspirational Cape Town!
Blaauwberg dusk – Flickr pic of the day
This image of a stunning view from Blaauwberg beach was captured by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Paul Bruins, aka Panorama Paul.
Japanese cyclist touring the world falls in love with Cape Town
Hiromu Jimbo gave up his job in Japan, set out for a cycling adventure of a lifetime, and sojourned in Cape Town for four months.
Gemstones and jewellery: a Cape Town shopper’s guide
If diamonds are a girl’s best friend, then gold is her bosom buddy and platinum her soulmate. These are the lasting relationships that await the jewellery lover in Cape Town.
Carbo-loading restaurants on the Cape Argus Cycle Tour training route
Can you believe it’s that time of the year again? Hello, Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour madness! For the past few months, you have probably driven past cyclists along the Cape Peninsula – Wynberg Hills, Misty Cliffs, Chapman’s Peak, Suikerbossie hill … to name just a few! With five days to go until the biggest cycling event of the year, on Sunday 10 March, cyclists are gearing up this week for the final countdown. While training is important, it is probably too late to pack in the extra kilometres now if you have not been cycling consistently. Instead, shift your focus to nutrition and prepare your body for maximum energy release!
Fuelling Cape Town’s creativity at Design Indaba Expo 2013: photos
The Cape Town International Convention Centre was abuzz with designers, interior decorators, architects, fashionistas, photographers, artists and students at the 2013 Design Indaba Expo on Friday 1 March, 2013.
Cape Town’s Fan Walk – a strip of fun
The Cape Town Fan Walk, designed to be part of the Cape Town Stadium for the 2010 World Cup has evolved into a strip people look eagerely forward to.
V&A Waterfront colours – Flickr pic of the day
This image of a sunset view from the V&A Waterfront, with Signal Hill in the background, was captured by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Nava Writz.
Cape Town Pride Parade 2013 photos and video
The week-long Cape Town Pride Festival, which celebrates and highlights the city’s proud lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) community, culminated in a parade through the streets of Green Point on Saturday morning.
Kogel Bay view – Flickr pic of the day
This image of a beautiful beachfront view at Kogel Bay was captured by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Francois, aka Cape Town Guy.
Cape Town Holi One Festival photos and video
The Holi One Festival took place on the Grand Parade in Cape Town yesterday. An assortment of muscians performed throughout the afternoon and evening, while an even larger assortment of colours were released into the air every hour.
World of Birds in Hout Bay – a photo essay
The World of Birds in Hout Bay is the largest bird park in Africa, and is home to more than 3 000 birds and small animals.
Misty pier – Flickr pic of the day
This image of a beautiful pier at Misty Cliffs was captured by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Chantal Steyn.
Skrillex in Cape Town: Photos and video
After seeing Skrillex live at the West Coast Show Ranch in Cape Town last night, I’m convinced that this 24-year-old is a musical pioneer worthy of all the acclaim and awards he has picked up so far, regardless of what the haters and the critics have to say.
The majestic Lion’s Head – a photo essay
Boots on the ground, one step at a time, eyes forward – the ascent of Lion’s Head begins. This scenic three- to four-hour hike is suitable for beginners and experienced climbers alike.
The early morning fisherman – Flickr pic of the day
This image of a fisherman getting the earliest catch at Kalk Bay harbour was captured by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Ian Junor.
Facebook Feedback Friday: Your favourite markets in Cape Town
Every Thursday afternoon we pose a question to our Facebook followers at I ♥ Cape Town. We want to know what you love about Cape Town, and we take some of the best responses and post them on our blog. Yesterday we asked you: “Where is your favourite market in Cape Town?” Here’s what some of you had to say ...
Clock Tower repainted yellow for Cape Town World Design Capital 2014
Cape Town’s Clock Tower has been painted yellow to signify the implementation phase of the World Design Capital 2014.
Ready, steady, go… World Design Capital 2014 in Cape Town
The first call for projects to highlight Cape Town during World Design Capital 2014 is out. The Executive Mayor of Cape Town, Alderman Patricia de Lille, officially opened the call for World Design Capital Cape Town 2014 submissions at the Design Indaba Expo on Thursday 28 February, 2013.
Music concerts in Cape Town – A photo essay
Cape Town is an increasingly popular musical destination, and lots of great local and international talent give Mother City audiences their fix of live entertainment. Here is a taste of just a few of the incredible gigs in Cape Town in recent years.
Cape Town’s icon – Flickr pic of the day
This image of the beautiful and iconic Table Mountain, as seen from Durbanville, was captured by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Hassner Pepler, aka hassner.
Five things you didn’t know about the South African National Gallery
On hot days it’s a sanctuary, in winter it’s an inspiration. A cultural treasure, the South African National Gallery is in the heart of Cape Town’s green Company’s Garden, a squirrel scampering path and goldfish pond away from the Iziko South African Museum.
Your Cape Town Weekend: top 3 events
Mother City lovers, it’s time to gear up for one EVENTFUL weekend in inspirational Cape Town!
From the Grand Parade to the Cape Town International Convention Centre and trendy De Waterkant, we want to see you out and about on the streets of Cape Town.
Join me at the following events from Friday 1 to Sunday 3 March, 2013, and discover why the fun never stops in our vibrant Mother City.
Dance your heart out – Flickr pic of the day
This image of vibrant Cape minstrels at Wale Street near Bo-Kaap was captured by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Sumaya Hisham.
Cape Town beaches where dogs are allowed
Taking dogs for walks along the beaches is a popular way to begin and end a day in Cape Town, and while not all 72 beaches are pooch-friendly, there are places where your best friend can frolic in peace.
Where Would You Rather Be Wednesdays: top 3 food and outdoor spots
It’s Wednesday, Mother City lovers, and you know what that means … we want to know, Where Would You Rather Be in Cape Town? You Cape Town-crazy folk seem to love the outdoors and food, judging from the following Facebook comments.
Places to avoid the south-easter in Cape Town
Between October and March, the south-easterly wind blows through Cape Town, clearing up the city’s air and taking the edge off the summer heat.
The Wheel of Excellence – Flickr pic of the day
This image of Cape Town’s Wheel of Excellence at the V&A Waterfront was captured by our Cape Town. Live it. Love it. Flickr group member Janet Prentice, aka Janet.
