Cape Town
The one problem with climbing this landmark peak
While there are undoubtedly spectacular views from the summit of Table Mountain, there’s one landmark you won’t be able to see from there.
- by Ben Groundwater
There’s a new reason to visit this Cape Town landmark
Since 1996 the Cape Grace Hotel has earned a reputation for being the best hotel in South Africa’s oldest town.
- by Julietta Jameson
Zeitz MOCAA, Cape Town: A contemporary art gallery that's unlike anything you've seen
The former grain silo housing this new art gallery is just as arresting as its contents.
- by Max Anderson
Cape Town's Kirstenbosch: This could be the world's best botanical garden
Cape Town's Kirstenbosch could well be the world's best botanical garden.
- by Alison Stewart
A tour of Cape Town's Langa township
A tour excursion leads a small group into another world in Cape Town.
- by Max Anderson
Boulders Beach, Cape Town: The best place to see African penguins
Check your bags before you leave - these cute critters get in everywhere.
- by Alison Stewart
Rovos Rail luxury train from Pretoria to Cape Town, South Africa: A journey straight out of Agatha Christie
It has the mysterious Russians, the cocktails, and the requirement to dress for dinner: the only thing missing from this luxury rail trip is Agatha Christie - and a body.
- by Roy Masters
Muizenberg, Cape Town: Why this lively hangout is a mecca for surfers
Cape Town's surfer suburb of Muizenberg not only has the glistening waters of False Bay but heritage sites key to the shaping of modern South Africa.
- by Tim Richards
Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel review, Cape Town, South Africa: A heritage oasis in the heart of town
It also has resort-style features and superior service - what's not to love?
- by Ute Junker
South Africa: Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offers safaris with a difference
It's not about seeing the Big 5, nor the Magnificent 7, and certainly not the Ugly 5 (though there are Cape dune mole-rats).
- by Andrea Black