Cape Town Tourism published interesting research on the positive tourism growth for 2012/ 2013 peak Cape Town tourism season.
Here’s some interesting Cape Town Tourism facts:
I read some really interesting travel blogs lately. The idea was to get inspiration from great writers. And my focus was on Cape Town. Obviously. But what these writers had to say about Cape Town surprised me. Even if it should not. We all love Cape Town.
Before I share these with you; I read that Paul Theroux wrote a new book called, African Safari” . And it looks like a great Continue reading
I think not. On the other hand I see that 67% of hotels in Europe are giving wifi as a complimentary service to their guests. Great. Free Internet. Now I realise that South Africans complain about our internet being slow and expensive (even when compared to Nigeria). But that does not mean that Cape Town holiday accommodation owners should be ignorant.
As you know; Cape Town holiday makers pay Continue reading
Today we share with you a lovely guest post by Georgina Guedes and ten tips to set you on a peaceful holiday in Cape Town.
I am on holiday. In Cape Town. It’s lovely here, especially since the wind isn’t blowing and the sun is shining.
And yet, here I sit, indoors, working on my laptop. Which brings me to a point that I Continue reading
We get the following questions regularly? But how do we honestly answer questions like Can You Assist Me With Where to Stay in Cape Town and Things To Do?
This question not remind you of the shotgun approach to holiday planning? Let’s see if there’s an alternative?
Are you using the shotgun approach to holiday planning?
I met this Californian guy called Chris via TripAdvisor. Chris had a lot of questions and it was clear that his the kind of guy that would love Cape Town, the wine routes and False Bay. This is what Chris said to me one day:
I will avoid the place popular w/ the tourists as I don’t find those to represent local culture very well. I am one of those who likes to dine where the locals dine and I realize Continue reading
Kalk Bay at night (image credit)
The “Road Construction in Kalk Bay” is a non issue to us.
Here’s why I say that:
But before I do let me share with you what concerned people are saying about the construction:
I have read that there is ongoing road construction in the Kalk Bay area. We Continue reading
Choosing a Cape Town Wine Route if you have only one day.
Which one of many wine routes do you choose?
A traveller from Sydney had such a problem of choosing a Cape Town Wine Route Franschhoek, Stellenbosch Paarl or Constantina & Simons Town.
If you are based in Cape Town and only have one day then I would do Constantia wine route. Groot Constantia, Continue reading
I read many questions about how safe is Cape Town for Tourists. This is not an easy question, but I have asked a very wise Cape Townian to share some of his wisdom.
Here is some a very concerned potential traveller had to had to say. She went on about being a blond and what may happen to her. Here’s a short version of her story:
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The Telegraph had a great article on interesting things to do In Cape Town; they interviewed three Cape Town concierges from three different hotels. You can read the full story here.
This article was an eyeopener. I live in Cape Town and some of the places the concierges suggest I have never been to. And it inspired me to share my version of interesting things to do In Cape Town and not do.
1) What Cape Town attractions should you not miss?
2) Which of the “must-visit” Cape Town attractions should you avoid?
3) Where’s the best spot to take a photo in Cape Town?
4) When you want to try something new:
The concierges suggested a Madiba shirt and the infamous vuvuzela to irritate your friends and neighbours.
But African beaded wire art work; handmade by locals are my favorite. These elephants were bought in Houtbay. For image credit and more detail visit this blog.
6) What’s the best restaurant in Cape Town?
Three of the concierges suggested The Test Kitchen. Sometime ago we listed the ten best resaurants in South Africa Cape Town. Three were from Cape Town; I have mentioned the Test Kitchen, the other are La Colombe, and The Greenhouse.
7) And where’s best for drinks? You don’t want to go anywhere touristy.
Most of the concierges suggested Camps Bay places like Caprice and The Bungalow in Clifton.
Byron suggested: Local pubs such as Kennedy’s or Long Street Cafe in Longstreet where one can mix with the locals. A little futher is the Blue Peter in Blouberg or Sirrocos in Kalk Bay or Polana on the rocks. See photo below.
8) You are going to propose to your partner tonight – where should you do it?
Most of the concierges suggested on top of Table Mountain or Lions Head when the sunsets. A friend of mine proposed at a lovely spot on Chapman’s Peak. I think your lady will say yes with such a lovely sunset from Chapman’s Peak (image credit).
9) Who’s the standout creative talent in Cape Town right now – is there someone in particular whose work you should check out before you leave?
Dirk suggests the fashion designer Stiaan Louw is one of the local talents making waves internationally. He is also a prominent figure at the annual Design Indaba. And Byron suggests any of the theatre shows conceived by David Kramer, whose work is inspired by local culture and issues.
If you are in Cape Town when the self-funded and independent theater group The Mechanicals perform – then attend it. It’s great. And my daughter is part of it 
. Here’s an image from one of their plays called Deksels.
10) How can you best experience the Cape Winelands?
The concierges suggested the Constantia wine route. We love this Cape Town wine route because it’s well established, it’s close to Cape Town, and there’s a few exciting and young wine farms on this route. Other’s suggest you get on a helicopter and fly to various wine farms. Concierge Dirk suggests Dirk: The Ellerman House Wine Experience. Byron recommends that you combine with visits to the wineries, with chocolate tasting, cheese tasting and brandy tasting.
11) Is there some way you can encounter African wildlife while you are in Cape Town?
Some of the concierges suggested wildlife places three hours away. Others suggested wild life sanctuaries close to Cape Town. What amazes me of these sugestion is that we all want to be nice and show foreigners lions and elephants. Okay, I know that’s what most want but their are some tourists with more intellengence; knowing that Cape Town has whales, pelagic bird trips, and shark cage diving. By the way: Have you seen a great white shark bridge? (image credit)
Who would not like to see this majestic pelagic bird the Cape Gannet in acion?
Now it’s your turn to share interesting things to do In Cape Town: what would suggest to visitors to Cape Town? Do you agree, or disagree? Let me know and I’ll update this post.
Have fun
Johan Horak
