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Minstrel carnival off to a flying start

Reigning minstrel champions D6 marched down Darling Street singing, dancing and putting on a fine performance as they opened the 2013 carnival. On hand to welcome them was Cape Town Mayor Patricia de Lille.

J&B 2013 theme: Made to Fly

Let your imagination run wild for this year’s J&B Met. The theme for this year is Made to Fly, an opportunity to unleash your creativity and come up with a spectacular outfit to dazzle the 50 000 other punters at the Kenilworth Racecourse.

Celebrating New Year in old tradition – Cape Town style

Kick back and relax

Need to unwind after a long year of hard work and deadlines, or do you feel the need to treat yourself?

Sunset beach walk - Flickr pic of the day

Long walks on the beach at sunset are a staple among locals and their four-legged friends.

Road closures for minstrels’ Tweede Nuwe Jaar parade

New Year celebrations in Cape Town does not stop on January 1, festivities continue into the next day when the Minsterels take to the streets in fine style. Thousands of people line the route to catch a glimpse of colourfully dressed troupes and the The City of Cape Town closes down a number of roads to add to the holiday cheer.

Message in a bottle - Flickr pic of the day

An idyllic beach scene, taken at Sunset Beach.

Cape Town - 2012 highlights

It has been a great year for Cape Town, one of the most beautiful cities on Earth. Without a doubt Table Mountain’s inauguration as one of the New7Wonders of Nature was the crowning glory of 2012.

Parties in Cape Town: A Long Street photo essay

Long Street is the place to be for Cape Town’s buzzing nightlife. With a wide variety of bars, pubs and clubs, there’s something for everyone. Whether you are there to dance the night away among a crowd of revellers, or if you’re looking for a laid-back restaurant to see off 2012, Cape Town comes out to play in Long Street. If you plan to head there this evening, be sure to stay safe and have a good time!

Ocean on the rocks - Flickr pic of the day

A vintage-style shot of the rocky Cape shoreline.

Blazing Blouberg sky - Flickr pic of the day

A spectacular Cape Town sunset as seen from Blouberg Beach.

Castle of Good Hope - Flickr pic of the day

The iconic Castle of Good Hope is the oldest building in South Africa and is an important piece of South African’s history.

Gay celebrities who have visited Cape Town

Cape Town is a city for all shades of humanity – not least of which is pink, and it has received many accolades for its gay-friendly restaurants, hotels, clubs and beaches.

Cape Town tuk-tuk taxis: ride in style from R25

Who needs four wheels when you can have three? Cape Town’s newest transport service, The Monarch Tuksi Company, recently launched a fleet of 20 brand new tuk-tuks to operate across the City Bowl and Atlantic Seaboard. Tuk-tuks are usually associated with cities in Asia and parts of Europe, but they are already causing quite a stir among tourists and locals in the Mother City.

Win an all-inclusive trip to Cape Town

Time is running out to win an all-inclusive trip to Cape Town, all you have to do to enter is to play our fun Facebook game.

Free New Year’s Eve parties in Cape Town

Did you blow the budget this festive season? Is your new year’s resolution to save some pennies? Why not start a day earlier and celebrate New Year’s Eve on the cheap? Here are some smart ways to have a fab, free evening.

Christmas in Cape Town

While the northern hemisphere is blanketed in snow at Christmas, the sun shines brightly in Cape Town, leaving you with a wide choice of activities to do and places to go.

Cape Town’s top 10 accolades for 2012

Cape Town is consistently nominated for and awarded accolades for its amazing attractions, including what nature has to offer, its culinary delights and its luxurious accommodation.

South Africa vs New Zealand cricket in Cape Town: see why Newlands is so highly rated

The first cricket Test between South Africa and New Zealand takes place at Sahara Park Newlands in Cape Town from January 2 to 6. By this time, the teams will have concluded a three-match T20 series and will be ready to do battle on the ground that The Cricketer magazine rates as the second-most beautiful ground in the world after Lords.

Give responsibly this festive season in Cape Town

Cape Town is an inclusive, caring city, and with the festive season now upon us, responsible tourism through the assistance of the less fortunate is at the top of our list of priorities. Having won the Best Destination category in the 2009 Virgin Holidays Responsible Tourism Awards, the Mother City knows a thing or two about caring.

Fazielah’s top 3 weekend festive markets

By a show of likes, who of you, like me, have left your Christmas gift shopping to this weekend? No need to fret, my late fellow shoppers, because there are plenty of fabulous markets in festive Cape Town this weekend to ensure that everyone gets a little something from Santa:

21/12/2012 – 21 things to do in Cape Town before the world ends

There are just a few hours left before the clock strikes midnight and we will know whether or not the ancient Mayan “prediction”, that the world will end in cataclysmic fashion, comes true – but while you wait in anticipation, here are 21 things to do in Cape Town.

Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts 2013 line-up: Toya Delazy, Goldfish, Freshlyground and many more

The 2013 leg of the Kirstenbosch Summer Concerts features performers such as Toya Delazy, The Parlotones, Mi Casa and local crowd favourites Goldfish and Freshlyground. If you are going to be in Cape Town anytime between now and April, keep a Sunday afternoon free to go to one of these gigs.

Be safe … not sorry, this summer season in Cape Town

Summer in the Mother City is glorious ... it’s the time for family, friends and smiles, beaches, cocktails, picnics and adventure on your travels through Cape Town and its surrounds. We don’t want to be a wet blanket, but – as with any other city – you should take note of basic personal safety precautions to ensure a happy holiday.

48 hours in Cape Town: 5 things to do

Cape Town is not only a great value-for-money destination, it also offers good value for time. You can see and do so much in a relatively short time, if that’s all you have. Here are some things to do if you have as little as 48 hours in Cape Town.

Cape Town curry restaurants – they’re hot!

To truly immerse yourself in the culture of a city means to savour everything, including the local food. What better place to start than by sampling the best curries Cape Town has to offer?

New Year celebrations in Cape Town

When the clock strikes 12 in Cape Town on December 31, where will you be? If you still haven’t decided, or if you’d like to weigh up your options, check out this lineup of hip and happening events taking place in the city and surrounds.

MCQP 2012 Photos: Some social media snaps

The Mother City Queer Project took place at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday night, where thousands of fantasy characters partied until the early hours of the next morning.

Cape Town has a beach for every reason

With soft, white sand and clear water stretching as far as the eye can see, Cape Town’s beautiful beaches attract thousands of holidaymakers keen to keep their cool during summer. And there’s a beach suited to every beach-orientated activity imaginable.

Summer restaurants with a view

It’s no secret that Cape Town is one of the most beautiful cities in the world so why waste time not taking in the spectacular sea, mountain and city views. Here’s how you are going to be spoilt for choice…
 
 

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