Our Cape Town Travel Blog

Trompe l'Oeil at Mouille Point,

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:32:49 GMT

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

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 10:45:06 GMT

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

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 14:50:21 GMT

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!

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 12:28:40 GMT

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

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 13:07:30 GMT

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

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 10:08:03 GMT

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.

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 09:37:51 GMT

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

My Life in Cape Town

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 12:30:41 GMT

and how I made a website about Cape Town

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

Thu, 29 May 2008 14:34:20 GMT

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

Sat, 24 May 2008 10:06:59 GMT

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

Sat, 24 May 2008 07:42:53 GMT

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

Wed, 21 May 2008 15:02:20 GMT

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

Wed, 07 May 2008 09:10:49 GMT

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.

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

Wed, 07 May 2008 08:05:38 GMT

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

Clifton Beach Cape Town our favourite is Clifton Fourth Beach.

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 19:02:23 GMT

Clifton beach Cape Town is arguably the hippest beach on the Penins. It is staggeringly beautiful (yes, I am biased), the water is ICY cold :), and there is no better place for sundowners!

Buffelsdrift - Oudtshoorn

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 13:21:05 GMT

We went to Buffelsdrift as we were invited to a wedding there. The entire wedding party was put up in the tented camp :o) There are about 16

Flukes Restaurant, Glencairn

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 11:38:13 GMT

Flukes Restaurant is at the Southern Right Hotel near Simonstown. They serve the BEST breakfasts in Cape Town with beautiful, sunny views onto Glen

African Big Five see them in comfort at these great lodges near Port Elizabeth

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 21:19:33 GMT

Wondering how best to see the African Big Five? Here's what I found out while researching our recent safari...

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

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 21:01:12 GMT

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

Jonkershuis @ Groot Constantia

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 07:32:14 GMT

This is the ultimate spot for our family for an early morning breakfast. The venue is spectacular - under oak trees in a 'werf' of historical

Cape Town Cable Station

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 19:32:26 GMT

I took this photo one day last June. The Upper Cable Station looks so moody up there, suspended amongst the wispy clouds. And if you look (very!)

Cape Town Waterfront Boat Trip

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 19:30:59 GMT

This little boat gave us a great ride round the working harbor at the Cape Town V & A Waterfront. We saw the whole thing from a 'seal's viewpoint'

Accommodation in Cape Town

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 07:51:26 GMT

Peak season is upon us and everyone's looking for accomodation in Cape Town! Here's the database I use to book our own family vacation getaways. (I've just booked Easter hols near Durban!) They handle the entire transaction for me, safely, for the same price as booking directly with our chosen spot! I find it saves me a lot of hassle. Are there other benefits? Yes :o) I can search for accommodation in so many ways!

by map, location, or almost any other criteria combination imaginable

I can send out an area-wide query and get establishments with availability contacting ME

they do affordable car hire, too ( Look on the home page for the tab)

Try them for yourself...

Capetown Travel tips and reviews

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 19:28:50 GMT

Great Capetown travel tips, reviews and stories from locals and visitors. Read stories from other visitors and submit your own experiences and pictures here.

Our best Cape Town restaurants - check out Cape food with us!

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 13:48:45 GMT

These are our favourite Cape Town restaurants. They all have special memories for us, as well as the great food.

Family Accommodation Cape Town

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 11:04:40 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 Attractions for Tourists, Cape Town Sight Seeing, Capetown Sites

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 09:42:11 GMT

Want to know about the top Cape Town attractions for tourists? Here's my must-see, don't-miss list written especially with you in mind!

Cape Town Photo Special my favourite Cape Town picture gallery

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 09:11:37 GMT

Got a favourite Cape Town photo? I would love to see it. And here are some unusual ones, but still typically Cape Town.

Big Five Cape Town safari options Cape Town Game Reserves

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 08:45:45 GMT

If you are looking for the Big Five Cape Town offers a number of options from walking safaris to horseback and elephant back safaris. Let me show you the game parks nearest Cape Town...

Budget Accommodation Cape Town find it, book it, enjoy it!

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 11:16:49 GMT

Budget accommodation Cape Town in the right place and of the right type can be hard to find. Sifting all the options takes time better spent elsewhere, so I have done it for you here...

Cheap Hotels Cape Town a rare find, but Ive found there are other options ava

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 10:59:17 GMT

Cheap Hotels Cape Town... behind that description lurks every travellers nightmare, the possibility of getting even less than you paid for! Stick with me, I can help!

Southern Sun hotels Capetown :: Waterfront, Cullinan, Cape Sun, Cape Town

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:10:20 GMT

Here is a list of Cape Town Southern Sun hotels including the old Holiday Inns and some useful info the company websites will not tell you!

Camps Bay Luxury Villa Cape Town :: Also Clifton, Bantry Bay, Llandudno

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 12:51:33 GMT

The Cape Town luxury villa market is growing which means there is greater choice than ever before. How do you choose your location... Camps Bay, Bantry Bay, Clifton or Llandudno?

Vacation Rentals Cape Town :: Cape Town South Africa Vacation

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 12:25:35 GMT

Vacation Rentals Cape Town offer flexibility, comfort and high standards of Cape Peninsula accommodation. I am amazed at the variety on offer!

Buy a Christmas gift that'll last -- for the rest of your life!

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 19:20:26 GMT

Once a year, Ken Evoy (CEO of Sitesell Inc -- I used them to build this website) makes a fantastic offer if you're wanting to

earn an income by building a profitable on line business
market your 'regular' business on the Net

Click on the picture below to find out how to take your business, hobby or general expertise and turn it into valuable website content.

Waterfront Cape Town -- our family loves it! -- Capetown Waterfront

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 19:36:27 GMT

Waterfront Cape Town is chock-a-block with activities. Come and visit our family favourites and find your ideal Cape Town Waterfront accommodation online.

Camps Bay Beach, Cape Town

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 20:11:59 GMT

Beach and lifestyle combined... that's Camps Bay

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

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 11:50:41 GMT

Find local colour (the monochromatic African Penguin variety!) with a visit to Boulders Beach Cape Town

Accommodation in Cape Town

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 10:31:25 GMT

Peak season is upon us and everyone's looking for accomodation in Cape Town! Here's the database I use to book our own family vacation getaways. They handle the entire transaction for me, safely, for the same price as booking directly with our chosen spot! I find it saves me a lot of hassle. Are there other benefits? Yes :o) I can search for accommodation in so many ways!

by map, location, or almost any other criteria combination imaginable

I can send out an area-wide query and get establishments with availability contacting ME

they do affordable car hire, too ( Look on the home page for the tab)

Try them for yourself...

Best Cape Town Restaurants

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 10:26:30 GMT

Madame Zingara is back from Jozi! Check out her new location (and our other favourite Cape Town restaurants) here...

Cape Town Restaurants kid friendly ones!

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 13:36:01 GMT

More Cape Town restaurants recommended by this Cape Town family... relaxed, casual dining in the open air

Accommodation in Cape Town

Wed, 05 Dec 2007 18:38:16 GMT

by map, location, or almost any other criteria combination imaginable

I can send out an area-wide query and get establishments with availability contacting ME

they do affordable car hire, too ( Look on the home page for the tab)

Try them for yourself...

Enjoy our Stellenbosch Wine Route love affair!

Wed, 05 Dec 2007 13:30:45 GMT

The Stellenbosch Wine Route shows off some of the awesome aspects of the Cape Winelands. Come with us and share them...

Argus Cycle Race

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 13:41:46 GMT

Thousands more competitors mean it's bound to have lost some of its soul, but I still see the original Cape Argus Cycle Race spirit.

Affordable African Safari Options near Port Elizabeth - Addo Elephant Park

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 13:13:57 GMT

African safari -- our family and their Addo Elephant Park experience - the kids really took to the bush!

Which Cape Town wine route is the one for you? Here's my background guide ...

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 19:11:39 GMT

Down and dirty Cape Town wine route information ! I'll tell you where to go, how long it'll take you and what to do when you get there. Be warne -- I'm no wine conoisseur, just an ordinary citizen...

Accommodation in Cape Town

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 11:32:01 GMT

by map, location, or almost any other criteria combination imaginable

I can send out an area-wide query and get establishments with availability contacting ME

they do affordable car hire, too ( Look on the home page for the tab)

Try them for yourself...

Extreme Hotel Cape Town, the Fire and Ice Hotel

Thu, 08 Nov 2007 21:03:35 GMT

The Extreme Hotel has taken us all by storm. Even my totally UNCOOL Cape Town friends know about it! Come and see why...

Garden Route Accommodation - our personal, tried-and-trusted recommendations

Thu, 08 Nov 2007 10:48:21 GMT

We have tried these out! Here are our top picks for your family holiday as well as our favourite romantic Garden Route accommodation choices.

The weather in Cape Town - my up to the minute Cape Town weather forecast now!

Sat, 03 Nov 2007 19:44:29 GMT

Cape Town South Africa weather. Be prepared whatever the weather in Cape Town using our local residents tips.