Cape Town Experience - General

Advantages: Plenty to see, low prices, fantastic choide
Disadvantages: Can be costly in peak travel periods

...the opportunity to fly to Cape Town for my holiday, I am really glad that I did. Cape Town is the third most populted city in South Africa and is famous for its harbour, mountain and many many more attractions. *~*Getting There*~* There are many ways to fly to Cape Town most regional airports now offer an indirect service via Paris or Amsterdam with the likes of KLM or Air France or you can get a direct flight from London with British Airways, ...
...flights, however direct flights to Cape Town are now become more and more popular and more routes are being provided from the UK. Flying direct to Cape Town takes approximately 12 hours direct. Depending on the time of year that you travel flights can be from as low as £149 per person each way and in peak travel season this cost will more than likely increase to £340 per person each way. *~*Passports*~* As with all passport information this can ... Read review

Advantages: Beautiful Scenery,Wildlife,Beaches,Price,Climate,Seafood
Disadvantages: Big difference between rich and the poor

...stop was the city of Cape Town set beneath the beautiful Table Mountain. We stepped off the plane at the International Airport and immediately felt the heat against our faces, even though it was only 28 degrees it was a huge difference from the rainy Gatwick airport we had departed from 10 hours earlier. The airport has had an overhaul recently and it shows, very pleasant and modern looking. We picked up a hired car and headed for our Guest House ...
...Town, approximately 30 minutes from Cape Town City Centre, is a beautiful little town and has an English seaside town feel about it. A navy base in the early 19th century it now boasts a museum and a very quaint harbour with many great resturaunts. Cruises launch from Simons Town to Seal Island and even to see the mighty Great White Sharks which frequent these waters. It appears to be a perfect base for which to explore what Cape Town has to offer. ... Read review

Advantages: A rainbow experience, everything you could find anywhere else in the world, and more
Disadvantages: Crime can be scary, it helps to be vigilant.

Cape Town is undeniably the crème de la crème of picturesque cities to visit in South Africa. Even as you walk around in the city's central business district, the air is still pure enough to feel as if any of the beautiful first world buildings and constructions, breathe at one with nature as a certain palpable, hazy warmth wraps around you in calm, quiet magnitude. Tarry awhile to listen to the gentle cooing of doves overhead and you may just find ...
...than the rule. In Cape Town, rains fall often, even during summer, and winters have been know to yield snow in certain parts, especially mountainous regions. If Table Mountain's magnetism has pulled you in, ensure that you tackle what looks like a deceptively "easy" walk, by not doing it alone, and following necessary precautions. It has been known for an unsuspecting tourist to literally get lost in the majestic glory of it all, only to perish overnight ... Read review

Advantages: Stunning Scenery, It's History, So much to do!!
Disadvantages: Crime Rates

On your arrival in Cape Town, you straight away become familiar with the sheer divide of the rich and poor as you make your way past row after row after row of townships (shanty towns). You should be aware that as you drive around Cape Town, people will come up to your car and try sell you things. It is worth keeping doors locked at all times and at night time try to prevent stopping completely because there is a high crime rate during this time. ...
...a stay in Cape Town, I have experienced a few which I believe are definately worth a trip to. A must is Table Mountain, which can either be walked or most commonly now (due to crime rates) reached by use of the cableway which takes visitors right to the top. This is very safe and is fixed with a rotating floor to enable visitors to see all views possible (costs R120/£9)! Once at the top you can choose between a number of walks along the mountain, ... Read review

Advantages: Ocean on the left, Ocean on the right & Mountain range in the middle
Disadvantages: Winter can get wet and windy

I have lived in Cape Town most of my 29 years. People will probably think/say that I am a bit biased, BUT as a "Cape Townian" I think that we as the natives knows the best and worst of our own city. The thing I like most is summer. For the active type of person there is the Beach, Hiking and trips up Table Mountain.On the one side of the peninsula you've got warm sea water and on the other side for the more adventurist of you the water is a bit ...
...you take the train from Cape Town to Muizenberg. There is no need to pack lots of food as there is shops/cafe's in Muizenberg for you to buy something. You can hike all the to Fishoek or Houtbay from Pecks Valley in Muizenberg. If you decide not to Go all The way and turn back you can also catch a swim at muizenberg.There is also a lot of Backpacker lodges dotted across the Cape Peninsula. The Ocean on the East coast of the peninsula is Ideal for ... Read review