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Fire in Noordhoek, Lake Michelle

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 18:57:50 GMT

A Terrible Fire broke out in Noordhoek on 05/02/13 during the early afternoon, the wetlands/reeds in Lake Michelle went up in fierce flames & thick black

South African visa - who needs one?

Fri, 25 May 2012 10:20:14 GMT

Before booking your tickets and planning your itinerary, check if you need a South African visa.

Family Accommodation Cape Town

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:15:55 GMT

Cape Town family accommodation can take time to track down. And of course needs may differ depending on your family. From toddler-proof to teens, I have hand-picked some great family-friendly places

Cape Town Guest House - Our Favourite One! Cape Town Lodging | GuestHouse CapeTown

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 10:15:53 GMT

This is our favourite Cape Town guest house. As a Cape Town lodging option, it cannot be beat. Beach house decor, right on the sand, this guesthouse Capetown is far more personal than a hotel.

Self catering accommodation in Cape Town

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:05:21 GMT

I have updated this page with some amazing new finds - from Big Bay to Kommetjie, Simonstown to Newlands... :) Click here to take a closer look...

Cape Town Winelands Maps, Stellenbosch, Paarl, Franschhoek is a start!

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:24:10 GMT

Arm yourself with Cape Town Winelands maps and you are ready to join us for some outstanding day trips from Cape Town. Or choose to stay in the Winelands...

Accommodation in Hermanus, Accomodation Hermanus South Africa Hermanus Southern Right Whales – eco tourism near Cape Town

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 13:32:06 GMT

Finding accommodation in Hermanus is easy, there are lots of options. Choosing the right spot for your stay is a bit trickier, as the choices seem endless. Here is my advice...

Last minute December accommodation in Cape Town

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:03:15 GMT

I had an email this morning asking for last minute recommendations for accommodation over New Year. The problem with this can be that many places are already booked and you spend frustrating hours on the phone and email. Here is the perfect solution: Roomfinder technology. Spell out what you want and the accommodation owners will find you.
Just choose your area/s in Cape Town...

A Cape Town Holiday Villa -- My Capetown Villa Recommendations

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 10:24:21 GMT

Why is a Cape Town holiday villa my idea of paradise as well as a good deal? Fidn out here...

October Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 20:57:38 GMT

Cape Town October Events 2011

Clanwilliam West Coast South Africa - A Dam, Oranges And Namaqualand Daisies Galore!

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 11:16:23 GMT

Clanwilliam West Coast is actually about 70km inland. But come Spring, its right on the South Africa R27 Namaqualand Flower Route.

West Coast National Park Langebaan South Africa - Postberg section for Flowers :-)

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 11:07:27 GMT

Where do you go to find the West Coast wild flowers nearest Cape Town? West Coast National Park Langebaan (just past Yzerfontein)

Namaqualand Flowers, our trip to Clanwilliam South Africa

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 10:57:22 GMT

The Namaqualand flowers were putting on an awesome display this particular year. We drove to Clanwilliam from Cape Town and saw it all for ourselves. See our photos!.

Spring Flower Route, Cape Town, West Coast, Namaqualand, South Africa

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 11:18:59 GMT

Do you know the best way to drive the Flower Route up the West Coast of South Africa from Cape Town? Backwards! Here the reason why...

September Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

Mon, 05 Sep 2011 10:06:52 GMT

Cape Town September Events 2011

Self-catering in Muizenberg

Fri, 02 Sep 2011 19:32:13 GMT

This flat is seriously good value for a family - and convenient for Muizenberg beach too! Walks along the Catwalk to StJames, breakfast at Knead, close to Surfers Corner - it's a hit with clients... Click here to see Caradoc on Sea

Seriously fun accommodation in Mossel Bay!

Sat, 13 Aug 2011 18:42:57 GMT

For the fun-loving family, what could be better than staying in a train carriage right beside an amazing beach on the Garden Route? Take a look at the beach train in Mossel Bay It ticks all the boxes for me - fun and unusual, kybudget friendly, incredible location and happy guest reviews :)

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

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:48:39 GMT

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

Cape Town Events 2011 | What's On in CapeTown | South Africa

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:34:34 GMT

Cape Town events for 2011. Here's my list of family friendly days out, events and happenings in and near Cape Town South Africa. Feel free to contact me to add new ones!

August Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:34:34 GMT

Cape Town August Events 2011

Weather in CapeTown - my Cape Town weather forecast - Cape Town Climate!

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:34:33 GMT

Cape Town weather. Be prepared whatever the weather in CapeTown using my local knowledge of the Cape Town climate.

August Weather in Cape Town, Winter in CapeTown,Rainfall, Temperatures

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:34:33 GMT

What can you expect from the August weather in Cape Town? Following on from July, even more spectacular storms... interspersed with glorious calm days. Even a day or two on the beach sometimes

Boulders Beach Cape Town, African penguin colony deluxe, penguins in Cape Town!

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:28:46 GMT

Boulders Beach Cape Town. Let me help you Find local colour (the monochromatic African Penguin variety) with a visit.

Cape Point in Cape Town - a South Africa 'seamark' - Cape Point national park

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:28:46 GMT

Cape Point in Cape Town - no, it's NOT the southern-most tip of Africa! Cape Point National Park

Hermanus Southern Right Whales – eco tourism near Cape Town

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:28:45 GMT

In Hermanus Southern Right whales are our most commonly spotted species. We also see Humpback whales as they pass by heading for Madagascar, as are kiiler whales (orcas), and other smaller species.

Simons Town, near Cape Town -- is it worth a visit?

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:28:45 GMT

Our family loves Simons Town! Check out its quaint streets, soak up some naval history, enjoy the best whalewatching Cape Town can offer (in my opinion :-)

Cape Town beaches, My Cape Town Beach Guide, Capetown Beaches

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:28:44 GMT

Cape Town beaches -- we've tried them all! Benefit from our family experiences and find YOUR favourite Capetown beach.

Cape Town Villa | Holiday Home | CapeTown | South Africa

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:28:44 GMT

We think a Cape Town villa or holiday home offers the best value for money deal and we are happy to tell you why!

Your Cape Town whale watching guide - Let Me Take You by the Hand!

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:28:44 GMT

Cape Town whale watching offers incredible rewards for remarkably little effort - sometimes it seems as though there are whales playing in ponderous pods wherever you look! In the right season that is...

Addo Accommodation – Where to Stay In and Around the National Park

Sat, 30 Jul 2011 18:28:43 GMT

We did some research on Addo accommodation for our visit there. Guess what we found out?

Cape Town Events March 2010 | What's On in CapeTown | South Africa

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 17:12:09 GMT

Cape Town events for March 2010. Here's mylist of familyfriendly days out, events and happenings in and near Cape town South Africa. Feel free to contact me to add new ones!

Top Cape Town Family Attractions, Cape Town sight seeing

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 17:12:09 GMT

Our list of Cape Town family attractions shares the must-see places that our kids have thoroughly enjoyed. Do your Capetown sight seeing without kid stress!

Cape Town Climate and Weather - What does a Mediterranean Climate Zone Look Like?

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 17:12:09 GMT

What importance does Cape Town climate have for you, the traveler? Yes it is 'Mediterranean' - yada, yada - but so WHAT? Let me give you the skinny...

South African Public Holidays – Dates here in a convenient list.

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 17:12:09 GMT

Do NOT get caught wasting your South African public holidays! Get tapping on your keyboard and plan for a break right now!

You'll be first to know when our Namaqualand Flower Guide becomes available!

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 17:07:13 GMT

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Sun, 17 Jul 2011 13:22:01 GMT

Cape Town School Holidays Activities | What to Do with the Kids, Teens, whateva?!

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 14:28:16 GMT

My grab-bag guide to school holidays activities in Cape Town

June Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 11:56:16 GMT

Cape Town June Events 2011

July Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 11:53:09 GMT

Cape Town July Events 2011

November Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 11:49:51 GMT

Cape Town November Events 2011

December Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 11:43:00 GMT

Cape Town December Events 2011

The Annex (behind the Kalk Bay Bookshop)

Sun, 08 May 2011 12:22:26 GMT

What made this meal special? For one - the location. Generally, I love Kalk Bay and so anywhere in Kalk Bay is nice! On this particular day, there

Cape Town Events May 2011 | What's On in CapeTown | South Africa

Fri, 06 May 2011 07:47:06 GMT

Cape Town events for May 2011. Here's my list of family friendly days out, events and happenings in and near Cape town South Africa. Feel free to contact me to add new ones!

Do you use real past-customer recommendations to find accommodation?

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 11:13:54 GMT

I definitely do... Efficient and cost-effective ' human ' client service is still available even on the Web...

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Frances Rossel 2011/04/11

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Cape Town South Africa - local knowledge to plan your CapeTown visit

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 13:25:53 GMT

Do you know Cape Town South Africa like the back of your hand? Could your travel planning benefit from the help of someone who does?

Three Plettenberg Bay gems

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 07:49:24 GMT

Here are three of the best self catering options I know near Plett... They are all suitable for a chilled family holiday, with room to just hang out but lots of things to do within a short-ish drive. On the Robberg side of Plett, this lovely 3 bedroom house offers special deals for a family of 4 :) Plett, near Robberg - read the reviews People love this countrified spot and I feel great about that because I found it first and featured in my newsletter... Hidden away between Knysna and Plett - click to read reviews" This amazing Keurboomstrand house sleeps 8 - from what I see out there it's amazing value for money... Keurboomstrand Beach House - click to read past guest comments I hope you find your Plett dream holiday :)

Beautiful Hout Bay

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 11:36:28 GMT

Hout Bay is a wonderful place to stay while you are in Cape Town - it's out of the bustle of the city centre but not so far away that you have a long drive to get anywhere. And the views are amazing! My favourite part of Hout Bay has always been the leafy slopes of valley, up towards Constantia Nek, so this lovely spot ticks all the boxes for me for family holiday memory-making. Click here for guest reviews and details

I'm so grateful for an excellent Cape Town accommodation partner!

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 07:51:26 GMT

All I have to say is that the time it takes to get feedback from you guys is great. Thanks a lot and keep up with the good service.

Sakhile Nkosi 2011/03/07

It is wonderful to know that there are still some people who take their position seriously and do everything to the best of their ability. Well done and thank you to all those who helped me.

Dawn Tedder 2011/03/06

Thank you Monica! I must commend you on the very professional and sleek manner the booking process was handled with the SMSes and updates.

Ronald Jordan 2011/03/04

Very responsive and quick to solve minor technical problems re making payments; good communication and flexibility!

Ian Evans 2011/03/02 Click here to start your own CapeTown accomodation adventure...

Our Cape Town Travel Blog

Fire in Noordhoek, Lake Michelle

South African visa - who needs one?

Family Accommodation Cape Town

Cape Town Guest House - Our Favourite One! Cape Town Lodging | GuestHouse CapeTown

Self catering accommodation in Cape Town

Cape Town Winelands Maps, Stellenbosch, Paarl, Franschhoek is a start!

Accommodation in Hermanus, Accomodation Hermanus South Africa Hermanus Southern Right Whales – eco tourism near Cape Town

Last minute December accommodation in Cape Town

A Cape Town Holiday Villa -- My Capetown Villa Recommendations

October Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

Clanwilliam West Coast South Africa - A Dam, Oranges And Namaqualand Daisies Galore!

West Coast National Park Langebaan South Africa - Postberg section for Flowers :-)

Namaqualand Flowers, our trip to Clanwilliam South Africa

Spring Flower Route, Cape Town, West Coast, Namaqualand, South Africa

September Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

Self-catering in Muizenberg

Seriously *fun* accommodation in Mossel Bay!

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

Cape Town Events 2011 | What's On in CapeTown | South Africa

August Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

Weather in CapeTown - my Cape Town weather forecast - Cape Town Climate!

August Weather in Cape Town, Winter in CapeTown,Rainfall, Temperatures

Boulders Beach Cape Town, African penguin colony deluxe, penguins in Cape Town!

Cape Point in Cape Town - a South Africa 'seamark' - Cape Point national park

Hermanus Southern Right Whales – eco tourism near Cape Town

Simons Town, near Cape Town -- is it worth a visit?

Cape Town beaches, My Cape Town Beach Guide, Capetown Beaches

Cape Town Villa | Holiday Home | CapeTown | South Africa

Your Cape Town whale watching guide - Let Me Take You by the Hand!

Addo Accommodation – Where to Stay In and Around the National Park

Cape Town Events March 2010 | What's On in CapeTown | South Africa

Top Cape Town Family Attractions, Cape Town sight seeing

Cape Town Climate and Weather - What does a Mediterranean Climate Zone Look Like?

South African Public Holidays – Dates here in a convenient list.

You'll be first to know when our Namaqualand Flower Guide becomes available!

Privacy Policy

Cape Town School Holidays Activities | What to Do with the Kids, Teens, whateva?!

June Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

July Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

November Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

December Events - Cape Town 2011 - South Africa

The Annex (behind the Kalk Bay Bookshop)

Cape Town Events May 2011 | What's On in CapeTown | South Africa

Do you use *real* past-customer recommendations to find accommodation?

Cape Town South Africa - local knowledge to plan your CapeTown visit

Three Plettenberg Bay gems

Beautiful Hout Bay

I'm so grateful for an excellent Cape Town accommodation partner!

Seriously fun accommodation in Mossel Bay!

Do you use real past-customer recommendations to find accommodation?