Our Cape Town Travel Blog

This Cape Town travel blog always shows you the latest additions to the site.

(And also snippets about our Cape Town life and South African holidays...)

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Trompe l'Oeil at Mouille Point,

Cape Town, South Africa 29 June 2008 -- this last weekend we snuck in between the storms and treated ourselves to Italian gelato and a walk along the

My Cape Town video collection – great views of my city

I have scoured the Net and put together a great Cape Town video collection for you. From Table Mountain and the Waterfront to penguins at boulders and great white shark diving... enjoy the videos!

Scarecrows in Hout Bay -- Good Food Deli and Kids Cafe

Scarecrows has Funky Friends all around it and a great, healthy kid-friendly menu. There is also loads of space to play and even some shade!

Polar Bear Club, Clifton Beach, Cape Town -- Winter Solstice!

We finally joined the Polar Bear Club at Clifton for their annual Winter Solstice dip. What insanity! But what an invigorating experience!

Safari photos -- tips for taking great African wildlife photos

Ever wondered which digital camera is best for taking wildlife photos? Get tips for your African safari photos from an experienced enthusiast.

Map of Cape Town

Whatever your destination in Cape Town and surrounds, my map-guide will find a map of Cape Town to help you on your way.

Cape Town Street Map -- here is a free pintable map of Cape Town city centre.

Finally, just what I needed! A free, zoomable,GPS friendly Cape Town street map.

My Life in Cape Town

and how I made a website about Cape Town

Car rental Cape Town - my advice to find you cheaper Cape Town car hire.

Car rental Cape Town -- why public transportation is really not a good option, A Cape town car rental is a must unless your budget says simply No Way!

The Violence Against Foreigners is Inexcusable

I am dismayed to see the 'xenophobic' attacks spreading through Cape Town's townships this week. It's hard to believe that human beings can do this

Cape Town News – latest Capetown news headlines online

Cape Town news for the world. Online latest Capetown news and newspaper stories to keep you in touch with events around the Mother City.

Family Resorts in Cape Town

Make use of my personal guide to family resorts in Cape Town. If you have timeshare points,you might save a load off your Cape Town holiday!

Hermanus South Africa – our whale watching and family vacation getaway fave

Hermanus South Africa has a life way beyond whale watching season. Let me tell you why this little town is a weekend home to many. It has been a great getaway spot for as long as I can remember.