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WHAT'S ON IN CAPE TOWN........
SOCCER: AJAX CAPE TOWN V BLOEMFONTEIN CELTIC
27 August
A Premier Soccer League match. Venue: Cape Town Stadium Time: 8pm Cost: tbc
www.psl.co.za
TABLE MOUNTAIN CABLEWAY WINTER SPECIAL
1 May - 31 October
Two children under 18 years travel free with every adult return ticket for R 170. The special is valid everyday including weekends and public holidays.
Tel: 021 424 8181
www.tablemountain.net
PLEASE NOTE!!!! TABLE MOUNTAIN CABLEWAY CLOSURE
23 August - 27 August
The cableway will be closed for annual maintenance.
WHEEL OF EXCELLENCE
8 June - 15 January
A 50m observation wheel (similar to UK's London Eye) with 36 fully-enclosed cabins offering visitors a 20 minute round trip with panoramic views of Cape Town, Table Mountain and the surrounds. VIP cabins, including champagne and canapés, available on request. Venue: Canal Site, opposite the Caltex garage, V&A Waterfront Time: Sun - Thurs @ 11am - 8pm, Fri & Sun @ 11am - 10pm Cost: R 80
Tel: 021 408 7600 Email: info@waterfront.co.za
2010.waterfront.co.za
MADAME ZINGARA'S THEATRE OF DREAMS
1 June - 5 September
The burlesque-style dinner spectacular is back in town with its signature blend of dance, acrobatics, comedy, music, illusions and circus tricks. Venue: Century Boulevard, on the golf green parallel to the N1 and next to Mercedes Benz, Century City Time: 8pm Cost: R 300 - R 450 (incl. 4 course meal)
Tel: 021 001 3366 Email: boxoffice@madamezingara.com
www.madamezingara.com
RUGBY: WESTERN PROVINCE V PUMAS
30 July
ABSA Currie Cup Match. The local boys take on the Mpumalanga-based team. Venue: Newlands Rugby Stadium, Boundary Rd, Newlands Time: 7.10pm Cost: R 35 - R 75
www.sarugby.net
EXHIBITION: MANDELA
7 July - 31 December
An exploration of the extraordinary life of South Africa's most celebrated icon. Venue: Iziko Slave Lodge, cnr Adderley & Wale Sts Time: Mon - Sat @ 10am - 5pm (closed on Christmas Day) Cost: R 15
Tel. 021 461 3375 Email: wvandelen@iziko.org.za
www.iziko.org.za
CONCERT: LOCNVILLE
8 August
The electro and hip-hop sibling duo perform hits from their debut album Sun In My Pocket. Venue: Grand Arena, Grand West [see map] Time: 7pm Cost: R 115 - R 169
Tel: 021 505 7777
www.computicket.com
CTICC .....
29-30 JULY....Mauritius
30 exhibitors from Mauritius will be showcasing a wide variety of products including garments, textiles, food products & packaging, frieght/logistics, decorative ship models, home care products, furniture and more.
19-21 AUGUST
Tourism Business Conference
Don't miss the first Tourism Business Conference that will run alongside Cape Town’s holiday and travel show, Destinations Expo. The conference is specially designed for the tourism, travel and hospitality industry.
- Destinations Expo - Holiday & Travel show
Market, learn and network at the second annual Destinations Expo to be hosted at the CTICC from 19 - 22 August 2010. The main focus is on local travel, travelling in Southern Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands.
21- 26 AUGUST
15th IUFoST World Congress of Food Science and Technology
This will be the first World Congress of Food Science and Technology to be held in Africa and the theme “Food Science Solutions in an Evolving World” is intended to highlight both the diversities and the common
CAPE TOWN BOOK FAIR
30 July - 2 August
Readings, book launches, discussions and seminars with African and international authors and publishers. Venue: CTICC [see map] Time: 10am - 6pm Cost: R 60
Tel: 021 418 5949 Email: info@capetownbookfair.co.za
www.capetownbookfair.com
CAPE TOWN FASHION WEEK 2010
11 August - 14 August
The annual showcase for South African and international designers. Venue: CTICC [see map]
Time: Various Cost: tbc
www.africanfashioninternational.com
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Tours / Info
| The Cape is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Africa, combining spectacular scenery, white beaches, mountains, forests and winelands with a vibrant and uniquely cosmopolitan culture. To make the most of your stay, whether on holiday or business, we can assist you with most of your preparations. Contact us for further info on car hire, airport shuttles, day tours and a host of adventure related activities that will make your trip an unforgettable experience!
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| A FEW RECOMMENDED ACTIVITIES
Take a tour of the new Cape Town Football Stadium, which successfully hosted 8 matches of the 2010 FIFA Football World Cup. Follow the new walkway to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront or along Green Point into the City centre.
The V+A Waterfront, a working harbour built in 1860 is one of the City's biggest attractions, offering a variety of restuarants, pubs, a brewery, shopping centres, craft markets, cinemas, live entertainment, jazz, boat trips, the SA Maritime Museum and the Two Oceans Aquarium.
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| A PENINSULA TOUR, taking in the following:
TABLE MOUNTAIN, 1134m above sea level and home to over 1470 species of plants, may of which are endemic to Table Mountain such as the Silver Tree and Disa.
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KIRSTENBOSCH GARDENS, which is situated on the eastern slopes of TABLE MOUNTAIN, boasts 528 hectares of idigenous flora, scenic mountain trails, several hundred bird species, Cape foxes, mongooses and the rare Cape otter. Kirstenbosch Gardens Summer Concert Series...... Every year from December to April, Kirstenbosch hosts a summer concert in their gardens every Sunday afternoon. The programme is varied and suitable for all ages. Pack a picnic basket and enjoy some good music in this amazing setting with Table Mountain as a backdrop. Advisable to book tickets in advance. |
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MUIZENBERG beach - if you ever considered, even for the briefest of moments, what it must feel like to ride a few waves - this is the place to try it. An easy, safe environment with professional surf instructors who will guarantee an experience never to forget. You may soon be hooked on this! Suitable for ALL ages and levels of experience.
Browse the many antique, furniture and coffee shops along KALK BAY and see what the "catch of the day" is at Kalk Bay Harbour where dozens of Fishing vessels launch every day weather permitting. Then on to SIMONSTOWN, where the SA NAVAL BASE is situated and which hosts the world famous BOULDERS BEACH, known for its thriving colony of African PENGUINS and wind sheltered, safe beaches. Cruise along beautiful drive to the CAPE POINT NATURE RESERVE (keep a look out for the whales!) Proclaimed a nature reserve in 1938, it encompasses 7750 hectares of rich and varied flora and fauna, with 40 kilometres of coastline. After visiting the most South-westerly point of Africa follow the coast over Chapmans Peak to HOUT BAY, where the harbour retains the old world atmosphere of a traditional fishing village, beautiful beaches and restaurants (try out some local Snoek and chips). Take a boat trip to Duiker Island, which supports about 600 000 Cape Fur seals, the largest colony in the Western Cape. Then its back via CAMPS BAY, (playground for the influx of beautiful and famous faces in summer), to stopover for a few sundowner cocktails before deciding on the evenings entertainment.
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ROBBEN ISLAND, where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years of incarceration. Robben Island Ferries depart daily from the Clocktower at the V+A Waterfront. It is advisable to book your tickets in advance as this trip is on almost every visitors list of "must see" activities when visiting the Cape. |
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WINELANDS TOUR - Wine production in SA dates back to 1659 and there are currently 14 wine routes to explore, stretching from the coastal regions along Hermanus to the mountainous Stellenbosch and Franschoek and further inland to Paarl, Worcester, Grabouw and Tulbagh areas. World class red and white wines, ports, brandy and home grown olives and oils!
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| | TOWNSHIP EXPERIENCE - Feel the spirit and pulse of a historical African township on your doorstep. Visit an arts and craft market, shebeen, traditional healer, African beer tasting, District Six Museum and much more!!!
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ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES
SCUBA DIVING - including Great White Shark cage diving, diving at the Two Oceans Aquarium with ragged tooth sharks, dive with seals, boat charters and PADI dive courses.
GUIDED MOUNTAIN WALKS - Too many trails to complete in one lifetime! Please ask about guided walks. As easy as some of the trails seem - people often underestimate the dangers and constantly changing Cape weather.
MOUNTAIN BIKING
TANDEM PARAGLIDING AND SKYDIVING
KITESURFING - Perfect in Summer as the SE breeze picks up. Many top international kite surfers can be spotted along the West Coast all summer long. Lessons daily weather permitting.
SURFING - Muizenberg is a perfect location all year for beginners to learn to surf. Lessons offered daily.
BOAT AND SAILING CHARTERS FROM THE V+A WATERFRONT
ABSEILING
HELICOPTER AND AEROPLANE FLIPS
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