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Garden Route Attractions: Birds of Eden

Robert Rothe — Tue, 15 May 2012 14:13:01 +0000

Step into the biggest free flight aviary in the world! Located just past Plettenberg Bay Birds of Eden is a sanctuary for African and exotic birds of all feathers. Easily accessible from the Garden Route this gorge of indigenous forest is a world full of sound and colour that will fascinate everyone that ventures into [...]

Addo Elephant National Park

Robert Rothe — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:05:27 +0000

The Big 5 are high on the to-do list of South Africa’s visitors and Addo Elephant Park is one of the best and most convenient places to see these large mammals. In fact Addo is now home to the “Big 7”. Situated close to the famous Garden Route, malaria-free, two-wheel drive accessible and within reach [...]

Cape Town Visitors’ Guide

Robert Rothe — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 12:54:36 +0000

Thinking of visiting Cape Town? What a great idea! Your first visit to Africa might be a bit intimidating, but Cape Town is the kind of place you can’t help but fall in love with. So take the plunge and book your flight. This concise practical guide will help you orientate yourself and soon you [...]

The 10 Best Things to do in Kalk Bay

Robert Rothe — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 09:34:01 +0000

If I could choose one place to live in Cape Town, it would be Kalk Bay. I want to be by the sea. I want to walk in the mountains. I want good food. I want so watch the sunrise. I want music. The little fishing village on the Cape Peninsula offers all of that. [...]

A Spectator’s Guide to the Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour 2012

Robert Rothe — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10:59:40 +0000

Saturday morning 8am, Kalk Bay. This fishing village on South of Cape Town is sleepy and calm in the early morning. However, today I see a bicycle pile-up of note in front of the Olympia Café. I walk into the bakery and am greeted by a horde of men and women of all sizes wearing [...]

Elephant’s Eye Hike

Robert Rothe — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:16:01 +0000

The hike to the Elephant’s Eye Cave is one of Cape Town’s easier walks with rewarding views over False Bay and the Southern Suburbs. Starting in the Silvermine Nature Reserve you will walk through indigenous fynbos and on hot summer days a swim in the Silvermine dam is a welcome relief for tired feet. The [...]

Experience San Culture at !Khwa ttu

Robert Rothe — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 06:25:47 +0000

South Africa is rarely associated with ancient history. Few people are aware that the San culture is one of the oldest on the planet. The semi-nomadic hunter gatherers once roamed large parts of Southern Africa and rock paintings and engravings are proof of this. The San’s modest lifestyle survived for more than 20 000 years. While [...]

Two Oceans Aquarium – The Coolest Place in Town

Robert Rothe — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:52:21 +0000

Entering Cape Town’s aquarium always feels like stepping into another world. Everything seems to slow down as you step into the cool blue world of South Africa’s marine creatures. The humming of aquarium pumps and the searching eyes of curious crabs, jellyfish and clownfish create a surreal atmosphere that is deeply calming. The Two Oceans [...]

Holiday Season Events in Cape Town 2011

Robert Rothe — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 13:42:09 +0000

The festive Season in Cape Town can be a bit of a culture shock for visitors from the Northern Hemisphere. Christmas shopping in shorts and sunglasses might seem a bit weird at first, but it’s not too hard to get into the swing of things. Here are a few tips to get you prepared for [...]

Table Mountain is one of the New 7 Wonders

Robert Rothe — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 10:03:07 +0000

We won! Again. Table Mountain claimed its spot among the New 7 Wonders of Nature. This is another great addition to Cape Town’s recent flood of accolades. It is also a compliment to the passion and tenacity of all those supporting the Mother City. But how will this award benefit us in the future? Cape [...]