Cape Town
South Africa
Facing the ocean, and with Table Mountain as a towering backdrop, Cape Town enjoys arguably the most spectacular natural setting of any city in the world
Climbing the mountain (or taking the cable-car) is well worth it for the spectacular views from the summit, or you could opt for the thrilling experience of a tandem paraglide flight over the city.
In Cape Town, the seafood is fresh, the wine is chilled, and the hotels are delightful; small, individual and stylish.
Unmissable trips include the short boat ride across to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years behind bars, or a drive down to Cape Point - one of the great maritime landmarks, dubbed “the fairest cape in all the world” by Sir Francis Drake - to watch the power of the Atlantic and Indian ocean currents colliding.
Other attractions include the colony of African penguins at Simonstown, Kirstenbosch Gardens, good shopping in the city’s markets, and the lively bars and restaurants of the V&A Waterfront.
After a delightful stay in the capital of the Cape Province, head outside the city for the many attractions of the region, from whale-watching to wine tasting.
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