Free WiFi on Cape Town City Buses… It's a Go!
Last year, we wrote about the plans for free WiFi on MyCiTi buses in Cape Town, and this week, this plan has finally begun to be put into motion. On Monday 13 June 2016, the City of Cape Town announced that 10 of its city buses would have free WiFi. The initial stage with these […]
Big Plans for Cape Town's Unfinished Highway
For as long as anyone can remember, Cape Town’s unfinished highway has remained a permanent fixture in the CBD. The Foreshore freeway bridge has, in fact, remained unfinished for over 40 years. It is a popular favourite for Cape Town film production, serving as the ideal place for many action movies, commercials and music videos […]
Cape Town Astrophotography Showcases Another Side to the City
If you have not heard of this unique type of photography, these spectacular Cape Town astrophotography images are sure to inspire. Combining astronomy and photography, astrophotographers capture the magic of the Cape’s skies like never before. As anyone who’s ever ventured out on the open spaces of the Western Cape countryside knows, the ceiling of […]
A New Contemporary Art Museum for Cape Town
A new contemporary art museum is opening in Cape Town in 2017, in the historic Grain Silo at the V&A Waterfront. The museum is expected to cost over R500 million for the development, but from the pictures released so far, it looks like it will be worth every cent! The Grain Silo is a fascinating […]
Where and How to Celebrate Father's Day in Cape Town
Sunday 19 June 2016 is the day when you need to think about doing something nice for the most important man in your life, and to help you get inspired, we have some great ideas on how and where to spend Father’s Day in Cape Town. Because, obviously, few other places can beat the Mother […]
June 2016 Events in Cape Town
As hard as it is to believe that we are halfway through the year, it is time to start planning June 2016 events in Cape Town already. Winter is officially here, and with it, comes a whole bunch of amazing festivals and events that celebrate the cooler weather. While we do love beach weather, we […]
5 Things You Will Learn on a Township Tour in Cape Town
Designed to give visitors a more balanced perspective on what life in the Mother City is all about, few things offer better insight than a township tour in Cape Town. While postcards and guidebooks often focus on the glamorous, affluent attractions such as the city’s world-class beaches, high-end suburbs and modern urban spaces, life on […]
The End of an Era: Rafiki's in Cape Town Closes
Sad news for loyal fans of the Cape Town bar Rafiki’s… this legendary restaurant and bar closes its doors today on Monday 30 May 2016. Situated on Kloof Nek in Tamboerskloof, Rafiki’s in Cape Town has been an established City Bowl hotspot for 16 years. The iconic watering hole, named after the Swahili word for […]
More Videos to Make You Want to Come to Cape Town
If the Mother City was not on your bucket list, these Cape Town videos are sure to change that. Featuring some of the most epic sights and scenery and landscapes that have made the city a world-class destination, both of these videos have managed to capture a bit of the magic just perfectly. Have a […]
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens Wins Gold at Chelsea Flower Show
Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens in Cape Town recently took home a Gold award at the 2016 Chelsea Flower Show, and we have to say that we are not at all surprised that this magical gardens claimed such a huge victory in the UK Royal Horticultural Society show. After all, as anyone who has ever been there can attest, this place […]
Everything You Need to Know About Bicycling in Cape Town
Bicycling in Cape Town offers a really fun, rewarding way to see the city. A lot more scenic than driving, yet covering more ground than walking, it’s the perfect in between option for those who want to take in the sights in a relatively short time frame. And, with a number of bike paths, some […]
Rare Lykoi Kitten Found in Cape Town
Being the cat person that I am, it comes as no surprise that I was rather intrigued by the news of a highly rare Lykoi kitten found in Cape Town recently. Also known as a ‘werewolf cat’, this cat was found in the Company Gardens in the City Centre by animal rescue group TEARS as part […]
How Safe is Cape Town and Other Burning Questions
If you’re thinking about coming to South Africa’s glorious Mother City, you very likely have a lot of questions about Cape Town. One of the most commonly asked questions is, “How safe is Cape Town?” but there are also often questions about safaris, what to see and do, how the Rand works, how long you […]
The Dark Tower Starts Filming in Cape Town
Being a long-time fan of Stephen King, news of The Dark Tower filming in Cape Town is certainly exciting. Described by Stephen King as part western, part Lord of the Rings, this series follows legendary gunslinger-slash-truth-seeker Roland Deschain on his journey to find the Dark Tower. The Wire actor Idris Elba has been cast as Roland, with True Detective […]
Dreaming About Shark Cage Diving in Cape Town This Winter?
While visitors flock to the Mother City during the hot summer months between November and March, the best time for shark cage diving in Cape Town is actually in winter. The months from May to October offer the best time to go shark diving in Cape Town, as this is when water visibility is at […]
Things to do in Cape Town This Winter: Snow World @ GrandWest
Looking for fun things to do in Cape Town this winter? Snow World at GrandWest Casino is sure to give you all the wintery fun you could want, with plenty of action and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. From 1 May to 31 July, GrandWest will be transformed into a snowy winter wonderland, […]
Enjoy a Winter Weekend at The Verge
The weather may be cooling down, but our accommodation specials such as the all-new Winter Weekend at The Verge package are certainly heating up! Between 1 May and 30 September 2016, we will be offering two equally enticing packages that give you everything you need for a rewarding weekend. Comedy, wine, luxurious accommodation, and of […]
Decorex Cape Town 2016
Decorex Cape Town 2016 arrives in the Mother City this weekend, with a show taking place from Friday 29 April to Monday 2 May 2016. As South Africa’s leading decor, design and lifestyle exhibition that is hosted in Durban, Johannesburg and Cape Town, the show has become a highly respected fixture on the events calendar […]
