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Welcome to our
Cape Town South Africa Guide!

Cape Town South Africa Guide -- personal advice from our family to you

If you've found us, you've as good as arrived here already...

Is your mind filled with to images of lolling on silky, white beaches -- crystalline turquoise water -- beckoning mountains -- vineyards?

Maybe you'd like to find active things to do -- boat trips -- hiking -- surfing -- adventure activities?

What's going to suit you best? We're able to offer a unique peek into Cape Town travel and life.

Whatever you prefer, this is an outstanding place to holiday. It's a city that's teeming with possibilities. In fact we find Cape Town family life can be pretty much like a holiday too!

Let our dedicated team of researchers show you around.
Psssst! The slide show may take a little while to load, but it's worth the wait!



An Insider's Edge

We've brought our years of living in this city to the party to get you over the hump of holidaying in a new place. With the help of friends and family we're here to share our city with you.

Wrestle through all the important decisions with an insider's edge.
We'll introduce you to our favourite restaurants, take you on hikes, show you all the great things to do.
Even the ever-present tourist attractions : )

Come and enjoy our city with us -- we'll be your personal Cape Town South Africa Guide!

And if you'd like to have a 'guide on paper' I always recommend the Rough Guide to Cape Town and the Garden Route so that you'll have a lot of info on hand in your pocket!

The Rough Guide to Cape Town



If you're looking for something specific, here's your chance to go searching...

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And remember - whatever you do here, be sure to enjoy it!

All the best ;-)



My Cape Town newsletter about Cape Town life!
An out-of-the-ordinary free Cape Town newsletter giving you a sneak peek into living in Cape Town. Subscribe and enjoy Cape Town with us! You never know when you'll decide to visit ;-)

Our Cape Town Travel Blog
This Cape Town Travel Blog is all about our life and travel around Cape Town and the Garden Route. And it tells you about the latest additions and updates I've made to my site!

Affordable African Safari Options near Port Elizabeth - Addo Elephant Park
African safari -- our family and their Addo Elephant Park experience - the kids really took to the bush!

Garden Route South Africa - our family's favourite holiday destination!
We have romanced, honeymooned, and enjoyed family holidays up and down the Garden Route, South Africa. Come and explore with US!

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.

The weather in Cape Town - my up to the minute Cape Town weather forecast now!
Cape Town South Africa weather. Be prepared whatever the weather in Cape Town using our local residents tips.

Cape Town Accommodation
Use our independent local advice to help choose great Cape Town accommodation.

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.

Your Cape Town Family Holiday, Family Vacation in Cape Town, Capetown vacation
Take a Cape Town family holiday that has an edge. We know what families need because we ARE a family, based in Cape Town.

Big Five Cape Town safari options – Cape Town Game Reserves
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...

Cape Town Attractions for Tourists, Cape Town Sight Seeing, Capetown Sites
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 Things to Do -- Things to do in Cape Town
Here's my list of Cape Town things to do! From tame to wild, toddlers to teenagers, there are options to delight every family member (that includes you...) here on my site.

Travel to Cape Town - what are the options for traveling to Cape Town?
How are you going to travel to Cape Town? My recommendations as a local resident are ...

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!

Cape Town South Africa – what you’d like to know
Here you go - some interesting facts about Cape Town South Africa for you.

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

Our best Cape Town restaurants - check out Cape food with us!
These are our favourite Cape Town restaurants. They all have special memories for us, as well as the great food.

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

Robben Island near Cape Town, South Africa is now a World Heritage site.
Still bleak and barren, Robben Island has been transformed into a world-class museum to commemorate its wretched past.

Table Mountain Cape Town - up near the clouds - Table Top Mountain Cape Town!
Join our latest trip up Table Mountain Cape Town South Africa - lots of photos so it may be slow to load! Memory lane in Cape Town -- this is where we got engaged...

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

Tourist information for Cape Town written for you by a local resident
Here's a survival kit of tourist information for Cape Town - FAQ's about crime, visas, electricity, malaria plus useful contact details... I've put it all here.

Luxury Hotels Cape Town – my personal guide to the best Cape Town hotels
If you prefer luxury hotels Cape Town offers you a surprisingly wide variety. Let me fine tune your choice to find the ideal location and ambience.

Five Star Hotels Cape Town – my list for you of the best Cape Town hotels
If you like to travel and stay in five star hotels Cape Town can certainly oblige. For easy reference, I have compiled a list of all the local 5 star establishments, sorted geographically.

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

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.

My Life in Cape Town
and how I made a website about Cape Town

Cape Town SiteSearch
Cape-Town-Family-Holiday-Magic.com is a Cape Town family's view on Cape Town travel and life. Search our experiences (or the web) here!

Great resources and free stuff
I want you to enjoy your vacation! Get your family holiday plan off to a great start with my resources and free stuff...

Cape Town South Africa -- Personal help for tailor-made Cape Town vacations
Planning a Cape Town vacation can feel overwhelming. i will hapiy advice you on the ins and outs of Cape Town South Africa with a residents insight.

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

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

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.


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