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As winter approaches in the northern hemisphere, summer beckons
in the south. This is the time to take a few days off and follow
the sun! The best place to catch the sun in the end of year
holiday season is without doubt Cape Town. Cape Town's claim to
being the most beautiful city in South Africa is undisputed. And
seasoned travel writers readily accept the merit of Cape Town's
claim that is indeed one of the most beautiful cities in the
world.
The city is blessed with unrivalled gifts of nature. The mighty
kilometer high flat top Table Mountain dwarfs even the most
ambitious skyscrapers in the business district. The city is
surrounded by glorious landscapes, stunning beaches and a bounty
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cool Atlantic Ocean and the warmer Indian Ocean?
But Cape Town offers much more. It is reputed to be the most
open-minded and relaxed city in South Africa and is one of the
safest cities in Africa for visitors. Action hero Jean-Claude
Van Damme visited the city in 2003 to shoot an action thriller
and declared: "I love waking up in this city with the sea around
me and the fresh air. The people are young with fresh and warm
personalities and are friendly and it's a country full of hope."
The movie was shot in the city and around the harbour and some
local funs got to see Van Damme at the waterfront. This is the
same country that has produced some of the most inspiring people
of our times. Desmond Tutu - the Nobel Peace Prize winner and
past leader of the Anglican flock in Cape Town, for example. And
of course Nelson Mandela.
Take a boat trip to Robben Island, one of the hottest
destinations for overseas visitors. This is where Nelson Mandela
nearly lost his sight quarrying lime during his long
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by cable where you will enjoy some unforgettable views.
Northwards of the city center is the Victoria and Albert
waterfront- a trendy shopping and entertainment complex. It is
packed with art galleries, art and craft shops, restaurants,
taverns, cinemas, theatres and an aquarium. It is easy to see
why many beautiful people converge here. It is when in Cape Town
that you will understand why Desmond Tutu named the country as
the "Rainbow Nation". The peoples here have roots in the four
corners of the planet and together give the city its vivid
colours.
Cape Town is well connected to one of the most popular travel
destinations in South Africa: the Garden Route. The Garden Route
is the southern coastal area starting west of Cape Town at
Swellendam and ending at Humansdorp just before Port Elizabeth.
The Garden Route is probably the most scenic journey you will
ever make. You encounter soaring cliffs, wide beaches, semi
desert, rocky coves, rain forests, tranquil lakes and rugged
mountains.
The area is good for watersports and the weather allows this
year round. A visit to the wine producing regions can also be
staged from Cape Town. If you are short of time, head for
picturesque Stellenbosch just a 45-minute drive away.
The Garden Route tour usually starts
from Cape Town with a stop at Mossel Bay. This otherwise
uninspiring town is famous for its Post Office Tree, where
sailors would leave letters hanging in a boot to be picked up by
those headed towards the country where the letters were
addressed. Then to Oudtshoorn and George, a transport hub for
the area.
Afterwards, Wilderness National Park a good place for birding
and canoeing on your way to the artist colony of Knysna and
Plettenberg Bay. Plettenberg Bay, the "millionaires' playground"
is South Africa's trendiest resort. Then to Tsitsikamma National
Park known for its nature trails, giant trees and caves. A
little ahead of Humansdorp is Jeffrey's Bay, reputed to have one
of the world's best surfing beaches.
Water sports are big in South Africa. Whale watching and
shark-cage diving (with great white sharks) is possible in the
Cape area. The best time to spot these sea giants is from June
to September. In the last week of September the annual Whale
Festival is held at Walker Bay. Diving facilities are good in
the area and wreck diving in particular is widespread around the
Cape. For fishing enthusiasts, the Cape of Good Hope has one the
world's richest fishing grounds.
At the confluence of the Atlantic and Indian Ocean currents is
to be found large shoals of tuna and swordfish. For those brave
souls seeking hair-raising adventure, there is an excellent
opportunity for bungee jumping at the bridge over Blaukrans
River. This has one of the world's highest drops.
There are also many beautiful golf courses in the Cape Town and
Garden Route area. The best time to play is the cooler months of
May to September. The President's Cup of 2003 was held at the
Fancourt Hotel and Country Club at George right on the Garden
Route. This event is a match play competition with the world's
best international players.
The best period to visit the Cape region is over the summer
months November-February. The rest of the year is usually cool,
rainy and windy. Most people then find it quite challenging to
engage in swimming and water sports. There is a wide range of
hotels in Cape Town and the Garden Route area.
Top range 5 star hotels and other rated hotels are found
throughout the region. Top range 5 star hotels and other rated
hotels are found throughout the region.
Other accommodation options include motels, guesthouses, bed and
breakfasts, farm holidays, beach cottages, holiday flats and
bungalows. The Cape region is now a much sought after
destination and advance booking is necessary during the summer
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get good value and affordable holiday stay.
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