tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53487727884080236592024-03-21T06:24:44.520-07:00Take it from a local!All things Cape Town from a local's point of view!Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-47058426802574615572012-09-27T06:17:00.000-07:002012-09-27T06:17:25.263-07:00Flower Power!
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Spring has
sprung in the wonderful city of Cape Town. Everywhere there is a patch of grass,
there are thousands of flowers popping up, ranging in colours of yellow, white,
purple, red and orange. What a spectacular sight... What a spectacular promise
of new life and sunshine. If you are in Cape Town, I would suggest taking a
drive down the West Coast and maybe visiting Darling, which is the home of
flowers. You would never think that our beautiful Cape Town could get any
prettier, but alas, she has brought out her colour palette. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-39000134567953186392012-09-27T06:09:00.000-07:002012-09-27T06:09:18.493-07:00Braai for Heritage<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Aren’t we so
fortunate as South Africans to celebrate our Heritage Day with a lekker braai?
Foreigners wouldn’t understand it, but nothing is more South African than a
braai (BBQ overseas). Wors, braai broodjies (BBQ’d sandwiches), potato salad,
garlic bread, chops, pork rashers, pap and sauce... the list goes on of all the
yummy local food that makes up a braai. Mmmmm, my mouth is watering as I think
of it. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin;">Besides the delicious
food, the atmosphere of a braai adds to the splendour. Everyone stands around
the braai and chats and laughs with a beer in hand. Good times with good people
is how I would describe it. A braai is so special because it brings people and
families together in a casual, fun environment. I would say that as a foreigner
visiting our wonderful country, you haven’t experienced South African culture until
you have joined in on a braai. </span>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-75527656554597976752012-09-13T03:34:00.000-07:002012-09-13T03:34:21.755-07:00What a great white experience!<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Great white sharks are the creatures we fear most when
swimming in the ocean. We have all read numerous attack stories in the media
and have seen their pure strength and aggression on film.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The fact that they are so powerful, large and
ominous is probably why great white shark diving has become such a popular
attraction around the world. Everybody wants an experience that is once in a
lifetime and will get their adrenaline pumping and that is precisely why I have
always wanted to do it. Two weeks ago, my wish came true and I got to look a
great white in the eye!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">My boyfriend and I woke early on a Friday morning and made
our way to Gaansbaai, the home of shark cage diving and one of the most popular
spots in the world to view these predators in their natural habitat. As we began
the boat trip, our nerves and excitement were charged up. We finally dropped
anchor at a place called Shark Alley and then the sightings began (after the
chum was thrown in the water)! I will never forget the first time I saw a great
white shark in real life. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">It was as though all the fear and anxiety was replaced with
pure excitement as we donned our 35mm thick wetsuits and jumped in the cage.
Despite the icy water, I couldn’t get enough. As you submerge your head you are
faced by these magnificent beasts circling the cage and swimming past to see
what all the fuss is about. To my surprise they weren’t scary at all, just
graceful and magnificent in their size. They are truly beautiful creatures,
although I will admit that I would risk facing them without a cage. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The whole idea of a shark’s fin protruding out of the water
when they swim was dispelled as this is not the case. One of the guides told us
that if a great white wants to attack you, you will not see it approach you as
it breeches from way below you. The tour operators are trying to save this
creature by showing people that the “Jaws” perception is incorrect and that
these are placid creatures who do not just attack for blood. In fact, great
whites are very curious and because they do not have hands, they feel with
their mouths and that is where the problem lies. Their rows and rows of serrated
sharp teeth act like a knife and fork to human flesh and that is why you don’t
want them to “feel” you!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">All in all, it was an awesome experience and something to
cross off my bucket list. I would recommend it to anyone! There is nothing more
honest and real than staring a 3 meter monster in the eye and living to tell
the tale! It is something I would like to do again one day.</span></div>
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Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-9893589675764493212012-08-12T10:14:00.001-07:002012-08-12T10:14:44.673-07:00What constitutes a Capetonian?<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Originally from Gauteng, I have always wondered why I have
such an affliction with Cape Town.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You see,
I consider myself Capetonian through and through, even though I wasn’t born
here. This got me thinking... besides being born in Cape Town and living here,
what makes one a Capetonian?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Here are my reasons for considering myself a Capetonian:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I love the ocean and all that it entails. The cold water of
the Cape does not bother me and I enjoy to surf and swim often. The beauty and variety
of the Cape inspires me and makes me long for Cape Town when I am away. I am
laidback by nature and the mode and pace of Cape Town allows me to live life at
my own speed. The lifestyle here may not be one of wealth like Joberg, but it
is one of safety and freedom. I love all that Cape Town is and am proud to live
here. I love living here and cannot imagine living anywhere else.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">What are your reasons for calling yourself a Capetonian?</span></div>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-58793268545850080342012-08-01T11:36:00.001-07:002012-08-01T11:36:43.681-07:00Cheers to a safe and vibrant CBD!<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I must say that out of my experiences thus far, Cape Town CBD
is run the best out of most South African towns. After travelling through the
Eastern Cape recently and the Wild Coast and from seeing and hearing things
about Johannesburg, I am even prouder to stay where I do. Most CBDs in South
Africa are dirty but Cape town seems to be the cleanest I have encountered.
There is crime in all CBD areas but at least in Cape Town you can still walk around
town at night and party without fear for your life. Travellors from far and wide choose to stay in the CBD as it has so much to offer.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">There is so much promoting our town and its vibrancy through
the City of Cape Town initiative, whereas most other CBDs in other provinces
are places that one HAS to go to for business, not out of choice. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Driving through some of the towns in the Eastern
Cape and Gauteng <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>area scared me as you
see muggings and hijackings in broad daylight as you drive passed. I don’t live
in Cape Town CBD, but as a regular visitor I believe we have a great CBD! It is
a place I want to go, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>so full of
cosmopolitan life and energy.</span></div>
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<br /></div>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-3982874729584811132012-08-01T05:10:00.000-07:002012-08-01T05:10:12.147-07:00Commemoration of our heritage<div style="text-align: left;">
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">Did you know that Cape Town just turned 360 years
old this year? We have created a rich heritage and history during this time. Let
us take a look at some interesting historical fact to commemorate this
wonderful place...<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• Asian immigration to South Africa started in 1654
when slaves from Malaysia were brought to the Cape, in turn encouraging the
spread of the Islamic faith in Cape Town culture.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• Britain seized Cape Town from the Dutch in 1795.
In 1803 it was returned to The Netherlands and, by 1806, was back in the hands
of the British. In the Anglo-Dutch Treaty of 1814, Cape Town was conceded to
Britain, becoming the capital of the Cape Colony.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• Cape Town has its own unique mix of indigenous
music called Ghoema, closely associated with the Cape Malay culture having its
origins linked to the musical culture of the Malay slaves.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• Cape Town has the oldest wine industry outside
Europe and the Mediterranean, dating back to 2 February 1659 when Jan van
Riebeeck produced the first wine recorded in South Africa.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• Cape Town is situated on an underground river
called </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="http://www.capetown.travel/tours/entry/camissa_travel_and_marketing"><span style="color: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><span style="background-color: #666666; color: magenta;">Camissa</span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">, meaning “place of sweet waters”.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• Cape Town’s </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="http://www.capetown.travel/attractions/entry/city_hall_and_grand_parade"><span style="color: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><span style="color: magenta;">City Hall </span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">was built in 1905. On 11 February 1990 Nelson
Mandela made his first public speech after his release from<span style="color: magenta;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="http://www.capetown.travel/attractions/entry/Robben_Island_and_Museum"><span style="color: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><span style="color: magenta;">Robben Island</span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">, on the balcony of the City Hall.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• Dr. Christiaan Barnard performed the first human
heart transplant in the world in 1967 in Cape Town at Groote Schuur Hospital.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• Hand axes made by Homo Erectus, dating back 750
000 years, have been found near Cape Town.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• In the 1500s, Portuguese sailors encountered
storms as they sailed around the Cape Peninsula and dubbed it “the Bay of
Storms”.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• Jan Van Riebeeck and Dutch East India Company
settlers landed at the Cape on April 6, 1652. They had been sent to the Cape to
establish a supply station for ships travelling to the Dutch East Indies.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• The oldest living tradition in Cape Town is the
firing of the </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="http://www.capetown.travel/attractions/entry/Signal_Hill_and_the_Noon_Gun"><span style="color: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><span style="color: magenta;">Noon Day Gun</span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"> at Lion Battery on </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="http://www.capetown.travel/attractions/entry/Signal_Hill_and_the_Noon_Gun"><span style="color: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><span style="color: magenta;">Signal Hill</span>.</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"> The Noon Day cannons are also two of the oldest
cannons in the world still in daily use.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• The original </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="http://www.capetown.travel/attractions/entry/table_mountain_cableway/"><span style="color: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><span style="color: magenta;">Table Mountain Cableway</span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"> opened for business on 4 October 1929,
transporting millions of visitors, as well as the current Queen of England,
Elizabeth ll, to its smooth summit.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">• The San and the Khoikhoi are the first recorded
peoples of the Cape. The San were hunter-gatherers while the Khoikhoi were
mainly herders.In later years, the Khoisan generation called the area </span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="http://www.capetown.travel/attractions/entry/Table_Mountain_National_Park_and_Hoerikwaggo_Trail"><span style="color: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><span style="color: magenta;">Hoerikwaggo</span></span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">, meaning “mountain that rises from the sea”.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Winter is half way through so this post comes a bit late.
The cold weather leaves most wanting to hibernate but there is still much to do
in this stunning place. We have a rich heritage so although we have to give up
beach days and sundowners, we can replace them with other activities. Here are
a few things one can do in the beautiful Cape during the chilly winter
months...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Every day the noon cannon goes off at 12pm on the dot. One can
go see this slice of history from 11.30 am everyday on Signal Hill. Don’t
forget to cover your ears!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Company Gardens in Gardens is still a magnificent place
to go for an afternoon stroll with a friend or loved one in winter. One can buy
peanuts from a street vendor and feed the many pigeons and squirrels.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;">If you want to learn more about Cape Town’s history, then a
visit to the Castle of Good Hope is in order. From here (weather permitting)
you can also take a 3km tour through the old sewers of Cape Town which lead all
the way to the base of Table Mountain (Visit the Good Hope Adventures website
for more information).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">If you feel like a swim but don’t have a wetsuit or aren’t brave
enough to endure the cold ocean, you can visit the long Street Turkish Baths
which offer you heated pools, a sauna and steam rooms.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Art fan? Visit the South African National Gallery just
across from the Company Gardens. It is home to impressive works from around the
world and exhibitions are constantly changing.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">A day trip to the Iziko Museum is a must. It is a place full
of knowledge and interesting exhibits and while you are there you can visit the
Planetarium. It is a good day out for the family.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Go and have breakfast or lunch at Rhodes Memorial. It is a
beautiful setting.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Go wine tasting with friends along one of the Cape’s many wine
land routes such as Durbanville, Stellenbosch or Franschhoek.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Of course winter dining is exceptional in Cape Town, but
just watch you waistlines as there is a restaurant for everyone’s taste!</span></div>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-50315979803110944992012-05-20T08:52:00.001-07:002012-05-20T08:55:02.944-07:00A haunting in the city..<span style="color: magenta;"><span class="articlecontent1"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">It is hard to imagine a ghost roaming amongst the hubbub of the
City of Cape Town, with its trend setters on every side walk, night clubs in
almost every street and everlasting traffic. However, we must bear in mind that
the City of Cape Town is where it all started and it is where we find South
Africa’s oldest building, the Castle of Good Hope. In most old buildings, the perceptive
will find lost souls wondering around looking for a way to the other side...<o:p></o:p></span></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span class="articlecontent1"><span style="color: #374730; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><span style="color: magenta;">There many stories about ghosts haunting the Castle of Good Hope.
One of the most infamous ghost stories told is that of the Lady in Grey.</span> <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">It is said that she was
often seen with her hands covering her face, as though she is weeping. Other sightings
of her have been made at Government House. Apparently, there was once a passage
that linked the Castle and Government House. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>During a recent excavation, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>the skeleton of a women was found. This is
thought to be the remains of the Lady in Grey as her ghost has not been seen
since the skeleton was found. Hopefully now she can rest in peace.</span><span class="articlecontent1"><span style="color: #374730; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span class="articlecontent1"><span style="color: magenta; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">There is a tale of another ghost, Governor Noodt who is also
thought to roam around the Castle of Good Hope. He was known as a unsympathetic
disciplinarian. One night, four of his soldiers were caught trying to escape
and so he sentenced them to death, a punishment perhaps a bit too cruel. The
Governor did not care for human life. The night before the executions of the
four soldiers, they sat and prayed with their minister. The following morning
the Governor didn’t show up for the executions. Even the last man who was
brought out to be executed cursed the Governor and demanded him to come out and
witness his death. Still he did not show up. The man challenged him to appear
before God to answer for what he had done to these four men and then was
hanged. The officers came to report that the sentence had been carried out and
found Governor Noodt dead in his room with a look of horror on his face.
Apparently he had died of a heart-attack and his soul still roams the Castle at
night. Spooky stuff!</span></span></span></div>
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<br /></div>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-34090524485910379742012-05-11T07:37:00.000-07:002012-05-11T07:37:46.695-07:00Touring Cape Town, tourist-style!<span style="clear: left; float: left; font-family: Calibri; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;">A few weeks ago, when the weather was still sunny and
brilliant, I went with my sister on the City Sightseeing bus. You know, that
big, topless red one that all the tourists take... Well I just have to say WOW!
What a professional service and such a brilliant experience. I would recommend
that everyone (whether you are local to Cape Town or not) experiences the magic
of Cape Town from the top of the City Sightseeing bus! Their slogan is ‘The
best way to see Cape Town in 2 days” and I agree. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The buses depart from the V&A Waterfront and take one of
two routes: either the Blue or Red route. Each route covers a different
spectrum of Cape Town. There also 1 day and<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>2 day trips. Prices range between R110 –R210 for a ticket, depending on
what you want to do. The bus takes you on a tour with headphones, explaining
the background of every part of Cape Town as you drive. It also stops at all
the tourist destinations such as Table Mountain cable car and Camps Bay where
you can climb off, enjoy the experience and be picked up later. The bus runs
like public transport and there is a bus within 25minutes at each stop.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I learned things about Cape Town I never knew and took
awesome photographs. Do yourself a favour and give it a go! You won’t regret
it! For more information on routes and prices, please go check out their
website: </span><a href="http://www.citysightseeing.co.za/home"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">http://www.citysightseeing.co.za/home</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">.</span></div>
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</tbody></table>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-91961631560042711822012-05-06T12:13:00.000-07:002012-05-06T12:13:29.977-07:00It's here folks!<span style="font-family: Calibri;">If you live in Cape Town, you may have noticed that the days
are getting shorter, the sun rises later and sets earlier. There is that snowy
bite in the air and raindrops and grey skies are making their appearance more
often . The South-Easter has died down and the fashion in the shops has changed.
Summer dresses have been replaced with coats and scarves. Yup...you guessed it,
winter is upon us!</span>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Winters in Cape Town are rather chilly and often wet. The
seas are rough but water sports such as surfing and body-boarding are considered
winter sports as the Cape’s water is warmer and waves better in winter months.
Also, Great Whites, monsters of the ocean, flock to our shores and Shark Cage Diving becomes Cape Town's greatest attraction. </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">After the initial shock of the cold Capetonian’s finally come out of their
hibernation and continue to party it up at all the hotspots in and around town.
Restaurants near the ocean offer you blankets and turn on their gas heaters.
Ships stay out in the bay longer as storms make it dangerous for them to dock
but they create quite a scene as they dance in the waves with their heavy cargos
swaying.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;">To the pleasure of locals, prices come down as the tourists all
leave back to their warm countries. Shopping malls and cinemas suddenly become
fuller as the beach is not an option in the rain. People eat hot scrumptious
food and waistlines expand. Traffic increases as Capetonians suddenly forget how
to drive when it is raining. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The point is that winter can become depressing and I believe
many Capetonians feel somewhat out of sorts while its cold and rainy, but I
would have to say that I would choose a Cape Town winter over any other South
African winter. It gets cold but not as cold as other places like Guateng and there
is always a party, a vibe and excellent wining and dining. There is always something to do, plus, we still get
to enjoy our beautiful ocean with its bobbing ships!</span></div>
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</tbody></table>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-79813090850631929252012-04-27T08:31:00.000-07:002012-04-27T08:31:48.940-07:00A local legend...<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I would like to tell you a legend that many Capetonians hold
dear to their heart. It is a legend that has been passed on down through the
years and is still fondly shared today. It is the legend of Table Mountain’s
snowy table cloth and where it came from. It is the legend of how Devil’s Peak got
its name. It is the legend of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Van Hunks and
the Devil</i>.</span>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">In summer months, the South Easter blows a cloud cover over
Table Mountain, which has become fondly identified as its table cloth. It is a
peculiar phenomenon and here is the legend that explains it...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">A retired pirate named Van Hunks (in some adaptations he is
said to have been the fierce pirate Blackbeard) had had enough of the cruel
seas and had decided to settle down in Cape Town with his wife. They lived in a
little house at the base of Table Mountain and every sunny day Van Hunks would climb
the mountain to the slope now known as Devil’s Peak to smoke his beloved tobacco
as his wife could not handle the smell. He would light his pipe as he watched
the boats in the harbour. He believed no one could smoke as much tobacco as he
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">One day he climbed to his favourite spot to find a stranger
in a black cloak and wide-brimmed hat already sitting there. The stranger
greeted him by name. Out of manners, Van Hunks decided to sit with the man and
smoke his pipe. The stranger lit his own pipe with a flame conjured out of thin
air. Van Hunks did not pay much attention. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The two men began to chat and soon
an argument about who could smoke the most tobacco ensued. This led to a
smoking competition between the two men. They smoked throughout that day, into
the night and were still puffing away the next day. The clouds of smoke they
created covered the mountain.</span></div>
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Soon the stranger
started turning green and fell off his seat. His hat fell off, showing the two
horns that were hiding under it. Van Hunks was delighted at beating the devil
but his victory was short-lived.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The
devil disappeared with Van Hunks and he was never seen again. Today when the
cloudy table cloth covers Table Mountain, Capetonians will tell you that Van
Hunks and the Devil are at it again. It is from this legend that the slope received
its name, Devil’s Peak.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Devil's Peak taken from pamgolding.co.za</td></tr>
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Town, it is my recommendation that you visit the good old Blue Peter Hotel.
This is the perfect place to sit down for a meal and sundowners, whilst enjoying
the immaculate view of Table Mountain, Robben Island and Blouberg beach. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>No other place can offer you such an enjoyable,
casual environment and give you that “just-off-the-beach” feel.</span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">In my opinion, Blue Peter has the best wood-fired pizzas
around. Their Fish and Chips is also spectacular. In the summer months it is
hard to find a seat but many people are content to place their bums on its large
grass lawn to enjoy the sunset and vibe. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There is no dress code and no superficiality like
other beach restaurants in Camps Bay. It is an awesome place for all family
members to enjoy and perfect for those looking for a meal after building their
appetites on the beach all day. Even pets are allowed!</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The view of Table Mountain from the Blue Peter.</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">It is one of the oldest sites in Blouberg, dating back to
the 19<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup> century when it was just a little tea room aptly called “The
Springbok Café”. It has grown and developed into a beloved place for all locals
and is constantly undergoing face-lifts to keep up with the ever-trendy Cape
Town’s demands. It is reasonably priced and live music entertainment is offered
on weekends. So what are you waiting for? Hop in the car with the whole family
and come see what I am talking about! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sunset views from Blue peter's grass lawn.</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-43201868067156186352012-04-13T06:41:00.000-07:002012-04-13T07:01:41.493-07:00Our natural wonder!<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Let me just tell you that if you live in Cape Town or are
just visiting and you haven’t been up Table Mountain, then you are missing out
in a big way! Last week, when the weather was perfect, I made my mission to the
cable car station and had a stunning day on my favourite mountain.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">For so many Capetonians, Table Mountain symbolises home. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We see it every day in its flat-topped from, but
rarely get to experience the beauty of the rest of Cape Town from a bird’s-eye-view.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A trip up Table Mountain in their
state-of-the-art rotating cable car will cost you about R195 per person. Every
cent is worth it. Just some advice; get there early to avoid long queues.</span><br />
<br /><span style="font-family: Calibri;">The trip in the cable car is pleasant. It can take 65 people
up at a time. It rotates the whole ride up so that everyone gets to see our
beautiful city. When you reach the top, you are in for the treat of your life. The
views from the top will take your breath away.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>You can view all of Cape Town from the top, from Camp’s Bay’s white
beaches to the Green Point Stadium in miniature. The magnificence of the place
we live in makes me proud to say I’m Capetonian! On a clear, sunny day, Cape
Town looks like Never Never Land from this viewpoint! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">If you haven’t been, make plans to go soon before we hit winter.
It is no wonder that Table Mountain has been officially named as one of the 7
Natural Wonders of the world!</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The rotating cable car.</td></tr>
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<br /></div>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-16189144211920791362012-03-29T08:40:00.000-07:002012-05-11T07:47:44.645-07:00Why the Mother City?<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"></span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Ever wondered why Cape Town is called the Mother City? Well there are
many suggestions as to where this affectionate name was derived from. </span></span><br />
<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><o:p></o:p></span></span>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">The most common reason is offered by accredited Cape Town tour guide, Selwyn
Davidowitz, “</span>“In the 1930's some unknown party wrote to the local Cape
Town newspaper claiming that Cape Town was the only city in South Africa that
could justly call itself a metropolis. The public took to this description and
because the word metropolis is derived from the Greek derivation of meter or
metros meaning mother and polis meaning city, the nickname of "Mother
City" was born. Hence today we know our wonderful city as being the Mother
City." </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Many say that Capetonians are a laidback, relaxed people and
that it takes nine months to get anything done here. A mother gives birth after
nine months, hence the name.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Another reason, which I found quite hilarious, is that they
say Cape Town is called the Mother City because of the local Cape coloured
dialect. Yup, you guessed it, as in “Jou ma se....” (Your Mother).</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">I would say that Cape Town is the Mother City
because of the power of its beauty to calm the soul and its ability to host its
many diverse children. I love this place! As they say, “Home is where the heart
is!”</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Taken From: georginacombes.wordpress.com</td></tr>
</tbody></table>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-33475771376498759202012-03-23T07:00:00.000-07:002012-03-23T07:00:01.595-07:00A BIG problem!<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">I recently
came across some information that I have to share with all of you. It is a
large issue that is taking over <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>South
Africa and focusing on Cape Town. This endemic continues to grow. This endemic
is obesity.</span> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Recently South
Africa was ranked as the third most obese nation in the world, with Cape Town
as its fattest city by the 2010 GlaxoSmithKline National Health Survey. Obesity
poses a threat to the development of individuals and in turn the country’s
development. <span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The results
of this survey revealed that 61% of South Africans are overweight, obese or
morbidly obese. In a regional breakdown, the survey revealed that Cape Town was
the worst affected with 72% overweight, obese or morbidly obese people followed
by Pretoria with 68%, Johannesburg with 59% and Durban with 52%.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">The World Health
Organisation’s website says that overweight and obesity are the fifth leading
risk for global deaths and that at least 2.8 million adults die each year as a
result of being overweight or obese. Overweight and obesity are linked to more
deaths worldwide than underweight. The average life expectancy of a South
African has dropped to 60 years as a result of obesity, which was labelled a
chronic disease by the World Health Organization.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">As you can
see this is a big problem. We all need to start taking responsibility for our
own healthy lifestyles. Eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly. There is no
excuse, especially with the two free gyms that have been built on the Sea Point
Promenade and in Green Point Park! If you know nothing about being healthy then
go consult Google. There is no reason for anyone to be so fat and unhealthy
unless they have thyroid problems. Quite frankly, in my opinion, it is
disgusting that anyone could let themselves get that big and unhealthy. It is
almost as if they have a death wish. Let’s leave big to the whales in Hermanus!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<br /></div>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-50752290300646762142012-03-18T12:42:00.001-07:002012-03-18T12:42:46.835-07:00All four seasons in one day!<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Wherever and whenever you go anywhere in Cape Town, it is
important to be prepared. Why, you ask? Because the weather here is so damn
unpredictable! Like nowhere else I have ever been, Cape Town can experience all
four seasons in one day. You need to prepare yourself <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>for this so that the weather does not ruin your
adventures in this lovely city. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Here are
some tips on how to be prepared:</span><br />
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</span></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">ALWAYS carry a jersey or jacket with you, even
on extremely hot days.</span></div>
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</span></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Carry some sun block in your handbag or cubby
hole.</span></div>
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</span></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">A beach towel or blanket always comes in handy
for those days when the clouds suddenly disappear and you are left with beach
weather.</span></div>
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</span></span></span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Always dress in layers on cool days so that you
can just peel them off if it suddenly become hot.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">In addition to these I have made it my personalised fashion
statement to wear a scarf almost every day as it comes in useful when it’s
cold, breezy or just to sit on when it’s hot enough to lounge outside! Happy
adventures people!</span></div>
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</tbody></table>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-7426264967242511322012-03-09T07:48:00.000-08:002012-03-10T02:57:24.173-08:00Cape Town's little slice of Greece<span style="font-family: Calibri;">One of my favourite holiday destinations in Cape Town is
Langebaan.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This little coastal town is called
the “jewel of the West Coast” and for good reason. Langebaan is absolutely
beautiful. An hour drive out of Cape Town and you will find yourself in a
terrain very similar to that of Greece. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In
fact, the terrain is so different that you don’t feel like you are in Cape Town
anymore. Langebaan is bordered by the West Coast National Park and has a huge
boat-friendly turquoise lagoon which flows into the ocean. One gets the best of
both worlds. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">It has everything you could possibly look for in a family holiday
destination. One can take part in a multitude of outdoor activities such as
kite surfing, boating, bird watching, fishing, game drives, horseback riding on
the beach and<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>a fossil park visit. Other
activities include shopping , partying at local pubs and dining at its many
stunning restaurants. For kids there is a skatepark and a waterpark. There is even a casino for those who are feeling lucky. There
is always something to keep you busy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I recommend that everyone tick Langebaan of their holiday
list. It is a must! There is no doubt that you will return there again and
again!</span></div>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-18486703686978783422012-03-02T06:07:00.000-08:002012-03-10T02:56:58.275-08:0010 WOW Facts about Cape Town!<span style="color: lime;">
</span><span style="color: magenta; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Cape Town is
an awesome place as you must already know, but here are 10 fun facts that will
make you appreciate it more:<o:p></o:p>
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"><span style="background-color: white; color: magenta; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Surfing is a popular sport in Cape Town and it
organizes a Red Bull Big Wave Africa surfing competition every year.</span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"></span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: magenta;"><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">The headquarters of Naspers, which is the
largest media company in Africa, are located in Cape Town.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"><span style="background-color: white; color: magenta; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The ‘Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour’,
organized in Cape Town, is the largest individually timed cycle race in
the world.</span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"></span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: magenta;"><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">The average age in Cape Town is 26 years old,
with almost half of the population less than 24 years old.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"><span style="background-color: white; color: magenta; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Cape Town has its own star constellation
called Mons Mensa which means “Table Mountain”. It is the only
constellation that represents a geological formation.</span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"></span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: magenta;"><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"><span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">The strong, dry, persistent wind Capetonians
experience between September and March is named the Cape Doctor as it
clears away pollution in the Cape naturally.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"><span style="background-color: white; color: magenta; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">Cape Town has three Blue flag beaches. It is
was the first city outside of Europe to achieve blue beach status.</span></span></div>
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<span style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"></span><span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: magenta;"><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;">The Port of Cape Town
is deemed to be one of the busiest shipping corridors in the world.<o:p></o:p></span>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"><span style="background-color: white; color: magenta; font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;">The Castle of Good
Hope in Cape Town is the oldest building in South Africa. It was built
between 1666 and 1679 by the Dutch East India company.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"></span><span style="color: magenta;"><span style="font-family: "Courier New", Courier, monospace;"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-ZA;"><span style="background-color: white;">It is the only city in
the world situated on both the Indian and Atlantic ocean.<o:p></o:p></span></span>
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</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="http://lifestyle.iloveindia.com/lounge/facts-about-cape-town-3008.html"><span style="color: windowtext;"><span style="color: magenta; font-size: xx-small;">http://lifestyle.iloveindia.com/lounge/facts-about-cape-town-3008.html</span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="http://www.cape-town-family-holiday-magic.com/cape-town-south-africa.html"><span style="color: windowtext;"><span style="color: magenta; font-size: xx-small;">http://www.cape-town-family-holiday-magic.com/cape-town-south-africa.html</span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="http://www.capetown-beach-vacations.com/interesting-facts-about-cape-town.html"><span style="color: windowtext;"><span style="color: magenta; font-size: xx-small;">http://www.capetown-beach-vacations.com/interesting-facts-about-cape-town.html</span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><a href="http://rwrant.co.za/2010/03/26/10-facts-cape-town/"><span style="color: windowtext;"><span style="color: magenta; font-size: xx-small;">http://rwrant.co.za/2010/03/26/10-facts-cape-town/</span></span></a><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span></span>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-51882453205797186662012-02-24T08:44:00.000-08:002012-02-24T08:44:03.106-08:00What a "tit" place!<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Let’s face it, going away for the weekend these days is
expensive! It’s petrol to get there, accommodation, food and entertainment for
the family that ends up costing so much. However, a few weekends ago Cape Town
presented yet another one of its jewels to me in the form of an affordable
camping weekend.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">About two hours down the West Coast is a beautiful little
place called Titties Bay. Funny name, I know, but it gets its name from a hill
topped with a boulder that looks like a ... you guessed it! It is a nature
reserve on the coast and offers campsites all along the beach.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>R108 gets you a campsite for a night, which
is cheap as it is not per person. The campsite I stayed at was clean, well-kept
and had bathrooms. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">There is so much to do. Free entertainment is offered through
fishing, tanning, campfire stories, sand boarding, swimming <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>and observing nature. A walk to the lighthouse
is also in order. Cape Town offers so many stunning camping destinations but I
must say that Titties Bay has been my favourite so far! It really is a
wonderful weekend away for the family or friends. </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Where Titties Bay gets its name from.</td></tr>
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</tbody></table>Dani Rallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10679326108843414628noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5348772788408023659.post-77410117200311550252012-02-17T08:07:00.000-08:002012-02-20T08:44:09.433-08:00To be a bird...<span style="font-family: Calibri;">A few weeks back I was exploring Hout Bay and found myself <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>at the World of Birds. What a magical place it was! It is home to over 3000 birds of various species, monkeys, llamas, reptiles and other cute critters. All animals live in aviaries and enclosures that resemble their natural habitat. The World of Birds sanctuary has designed these enclosures in such a way that visitors can walk amongst the birds and not just see them through cages. The sanctuary looks after wounded and endangered birds and has many breeding programmes. it relies largely on visitors and donations to keep running. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">It is a wonderful place to visit, especially if you have kids or simply just love nature. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I enjoyed seeing the eagles feeding on their prey, the playful monkeys <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>and the talking parrots. I even had the Honey Badger trying to steal our Creme Soda! There is a colourful assortment of creatures that will fascinate you for a good couple of hours. Tickets cost R75 for adults and R40 for children. It is a good day out for all!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Cape Town undoubtedly has some of the most spectacular sunsets in the world. I don’t know if it is just me, but every time I behold a sunset over the ocean with Table Mountain’s orange silhouette looming in the background, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I find peace within. Sheer beauty I tell you! God’s canvas if you will. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Calibri", "sans-serif"; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">I would say that the sunsets in Cape town are one of the many reasons to visit this magnificent city, but then again I may be slightly biased. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There is nothing better than sitting at your favourite beachfront spot and having a sun-downer. It really is therapy for the soul.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I am somewhat demanding and difficult <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>about the service I receive when eating out. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I believe that If I am paying for something, it needs to meet my expectations. I expect friendly service but the most basic thing I require from a waiter is the simple capability to follow instructions. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Cape Town has a general 50/50 split between good service and terrible service. I have experienced excellent service in places such as the V & A Waterfront and Camps Bay, but that is because it aimed tourists I guess. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I visit Eden On The Bay often. It is one of the most up and coming outdoor malls in Cape Town. It is situated in Blouberg, directly overlooking the ocean and Table Mountain. It offers everything from Pick n’ Pay to upmarket restaurants and clothing boutiques. All the restaurants are situated on a boardwalk that looks onto the bay. While you dine you can watch surfers frolic in the waves or behold spectacular sunsets. Restaurants include Moyo, Capellos and Ciao Baby to name a few. The prices at Eden On The Bay are reasonable, food delicious and the view magnificent. I would score it 10/10 if it weren’t for the incompetent service. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The last couple times I have eaten out there, I have had the misfortune of having a waiter or waitress who simply does not understand instructions or is affected by a language barrier. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>How hard is it to understand “a glass of ice water with no lemon please” or “no green pepper in my salad please” or “bring me a takeaway box”? A child could understand and follow those instructions yet the staff at most of the restaurants at Eden On The Bay cannot. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I think it’s time to start being a bitch and complain or these places may be losing customers. To restaurant owners: remember, it is the locals who keep you warm in winter!</span></div>
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