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With its stunning location, tucked into the arms of a broad bay, surrounded by wild, white-sand beaches and set against the canvas of Table Mountain, Cape Town …

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Table Mountain

Table Mountain
One of the world's most recognisable landmarks, Cape Town's Table Mountain rises magnificently above one of the southern hemisphere's most vibrant cities. Escape from the urban razzamatazz and…

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Local knowledge

You may be dismayed to hear that the water in the local beaches is pretty bracing. But then you may not be aware that the likes of Clifton Beach and Camps Bay and the majority of the other beaches are, quite simply delicious, in every way and for every age. In fact, everything about Cape Town is a pull for pretty much every type of person. There are clubs to dance in, mountains to climb up, wines to drink up, white sharks to snuggle up to... All in Africa, with no jet lag and some dazzlingly cheap food and accommodation when you get there.

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Upcoming Events in Cape Town

	Toy Run 29 Nov 2009 (annual) Cape Town Toy Run is the largest charity motorcycling event in South Africa. Organised by… more...
	Walk of Art Festival 27 - 29 Nov 2009 (annual) De Waal Park Thousands join the Walk of Art Festival in Cape Town to celebrate a huge variety… more...
	The KILLERS 6 Dec 2009 Val De Vie Polo Estate Alternative rock band The KILLERS announces its first-ever South African tour. The… more...

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Nightlife

Cape Town is a party town, especially in summer, when tens of thousands of tourists (foreign and local) descend upon the city. But even during winter, the action never stops. The city has also become an international mecca for DJs, running huge rave, trance and ambient parties - often held in stunning locations on beaches or in forests. The city is also firmly entrenched on the international rock music touring circuit. Much of the nightlife activity is concentrated on a handful of popular city s…

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Sightseeing

There is so much to do and see in Cape Town that the first-time visitor will find it difficult to fit everything in. Nevertheless, the city centre itself is small and compact, and easy and pleasant to navigate on foot. Table Mountain watches over the proceedings, providing not only a beautiful backdrop but also a handy point of orientation, which makes getting lost quite difficult. The Foreshore's V&A Waterfront is a stunning example of urban regeneration, where old-style harbour warehouses and …

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