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Beautiful South Africa Cape Town

Cape Town, South Africa is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and for good reason. It’s a city with something for everyone, from stunning natural scenery to vibrant culture to world-class cuisine.

Here are some of the things you can do on a vacation to Cape Town:

  • Visit Table Mountain. Table Mountain is one of the most iconic landmarks in Cape Town, and it’s a must-see for any visitor. You can take a cable car to the top, or hike up for a more challenging experience. From the top, you’ll have stunning views of the city, the harbor, and the surrounding mountains. 
  • Go on a safari. Cape Town is a great base for going on a safari. There are a number of game reserves within a few hours’ drive of the city, where you can see animals like lions, elephants, rhinos, and leopards in their natural habitat. 
  • Visit Robben Island. Robben Island is a former prison island where Nelson Mandela was incarcerated for 18 years. Today, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a museum dedicated to the history of the anti-apartheid movement. 
  • Explore the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront. The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is a popular tourist destination with a variety of shops, restaurants, and attractions. You can also take a boat trip from the waterfront to Robben Island or to see whales and dolphins. 
  • Visit the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden. The Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden is a beautiful garden with a variety of plants and flowers from all over South Africa. You can also take a walk through the tree canopy on the Boomslang Treetop Walkway. 
  • Go wine tasting in the Cape Winelands. The Cape Winelands is a region just outside of Cape Town that is known for its beautiful vineyards and delicious wines. You can visit a number of wine farms for tastings and tours. 
  • Enjoy the beaches. Cape Town has a number of beautiful beaches, where you can swim, sunbathe, or surf. Some of the most popular beaches include Camps Bay, Clifton, and Llandudno. 
  • Try the local cuisine. Cape Town has a diverse culinary scene, with influences from all over the world. You can try everything from traditional South African dishes to international cuisine. Some of the most popular dishes include braai (barbecue), bobotie (a minced meat casserole with a custard topping), and biltong (dried cured meat). 

This is just a small sample of the things you can do on a vacation to Cape Town. With its stunning natural beauty, vibrant culture, and delicious cuisine, Cape Town is a city that has something to offer everyone. See South Africa Cape Town Vacations


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    ICYMI: [GroundUp] The second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project has seen costs escalate from R8-billion in 2008 to R53-billion today, with delays pushing completion from 2019 to 2028http://dlvr.it/TMVHjx
  • Dewald Brevis Sets SA Record, Lights Up Darwin With Maiden T20i Century
    [Daily Maverick] South Africa 218 for 7 (Dewald Brevis 125*) beat Australia 165 (Tim David 50, Corbin Bosch 3-20, Kwena Maphaka 3-57) by 53 runshttp://dlvr.it/TMVHfQ
  • Redeeming the Time This New School Year
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  • Maga star Katie Miller’s new podcast reeks of toxic femininity. I listened so you don’t have to | Arwa Mahdawi
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  • Thursday briefing: ​How the colonial legacy has created a toxic beauty industry
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  • State department softens human rights criticisms of Trump-allied countries
    ICYMI: Report ramps up criticisms of Europe, Brazil and South Africa but says little about abuses in Israel and El Salvador Donald Trump’s administration has significantly changed a key US government report on human rights worldwide, dramatically softening criticism of some countries that have been strong partners of the Republican president, such as El Salvador
  • State department softens human rights criticisms of Trump-allied countries
    ICYMI: Report ramps up criticisms of Europe, Brazil and South Africa but says little about abuses in Israel and El Salvador Donald Trump’s administration has significantly changed a key US government report on human rights worldwide, dramatically softening criticism of some countries that have been strong partners of the Republican president, such as El Salvadorhttp://dlvr.it/TMThPz
  • State department softens human rights criticisms of Trump-allied countries
    ICYMI: Report ramps up criticisms of Europe, Brazil and South Africa but says little about abuses in Israel and El Salvador Donald Trump’s administration has significantly changed a key US government report on human rights worldwide, dramatically softening criticism of some countries that have been strong partners of the Republican president, such as El Salvador
  • How SA’s Lesotho Water Project Costs Ballooned By R45-Billion
    [GroundUp] The second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project has seen costs escalate from R8-billion in 2008 to R53-billion today, with delays pushing completion from 2019 to 2028http://dlvr.it/TMTDdN
  • Human Rights Commission Defends Zimbabweans’ Right to Healthcare in South Africa
    ICYMI: [New Zimbabwe] Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission chairperson, Jessie Majome, has urged South Africans to show compassion toward Zimbabwean migrants.http://dlvr.it/TMR6kGhttp://dlvr.it/TMSfBC
  • State department softens human rights criticisms of Trump-allied countries
    Report ramps up criticisms of Europe, Brazil and South Africa but says little about abuses in Israel and El Salvador Donald Trump’s administration has significantly changed a key US government report on human rights worldwide, dramatically softening criticism of some countries that have been strong partners of the Republican president, such as El Salvador andhttp://dlvr.it/TMSdxB
  • State department softens human rights criticisms of Trump-allied countries
    Report ramps up criticisms of Europe, Brazil and South Africa but says little about abuses in Israel and El Salvador Donald Trump’s administration has significantly changed a key US government report on human rights worldwide, dramatically softening criticism of some countries that have been strong partners of the Republican president, such as El Salvador and
  • Human Rights Commission Defends Zimbabweans’ Right to Healthcare in South Africa
    ICYMI: [New Zimbabwe] Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission chairperson, Jessie Majome, has urged South Africans to show compassion toward Zimbabwean migrants.http://dlvr.it/TMS9sM
  • My mum worked with Biddy Baxter. Both women were formidable – and absolutely terrifying | Zoe Williams
    So many of the tributes of the late Blue Peter producer are synonyms for ‘scary’, which from the 60s to the 80s was what many people thought of professionals who happened to be women David Attenborough’s description of Biddy Baxter, when he presented her in 2013 with a special Bafta for her 25 years’ work
  • Snow Could Fall in Parts of Gauteng This Week
    ICYMI: ICYMI: ICYMI: [Scrolla] Light snow, sleet or rain may hit Gauteng on Wednesday night, with Magaliesburg the most likely spot to see flakes. Free State and Northern Cape face severe storms with hail, while coastal towns may see dangerous waves.http://dlvr.it/TMNhFZhttp://dlvr.it/TMPlQwhttp://dlvr.it/TMRZY9
  • Human Rights Commission Defends Zimbabweans’ Right to Healthcare in South Africa
    [New Zimbabwe] Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission chairperson, Jessie Majome, has urged South Africans to show compassion toward Zimbabwean migrants.http://dlvr.it/TMR6kGhttp://dlvr.it/TMRZLc
  • Human Rights Commission Defends Zimbabweans’ Right to Healthcare in South Africa
    [New Zimbabwe] Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission chairperson, Jessie Majome, has urged South Africans to show compassion toward Zimbabwean migrants.http://dlvr.it/TMR6kG
  • Eve: A Helper and Hope Bearer
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  • Is it true that … natural beauty products are always gentler on skin?
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  • Flood Raises $2.5m to Power Superapp Infra in Emerging Markets
    ICYMI: ICYMI: [Daba Finance] South African startup Flood has raised $2.5 million in seed funding to scale its “SuperApp-as-a-Service” platform, designed to digitize offline retail in emerging markets The company provides telcos, banks, and enterprises with a no-code, API-based commerce platform The new capital will support faster expansion, telco and bank partnerships, and onboarding of
  • Snow Could Fall in Parts of Gauteng This Week
    ICYMI: ICYMI: [Scrolla] Light snow, sleet or rain may hit Gauteng on Wednesday night, with Magaliesburg the most likely spot to see flakes. Free State and Northern Cape face severe storms with hail, while coastal towns may see dangerous waves.http://dlvr.it/TMNhFZhttp://dlvr.it/TMPlQwhttp://dlvr.it/TMQX3C
  • Snow Could Fall in Parts of Gauteng This Week
    ICYMI: ICYMI: [Scrolla] Light snow, sleet or rain may hit Gauteng on Wednesday night, with Magaliesburg the most likely spot to see flakes. Free State and Northern Cape face severe storms with hail, while coastal towns may see dangerous waves.http://dlvr.it/TMNhFZhttp://dlvr.it/TMPlQw

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