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Lower Main Rd Observatory
Start of Leg 2
Waterfront early in the morning
Looking towards Devil's Peak from Table Mountain
Hi,
A local asking the tourists how they do it! Could you please give me some options on travel from the airport into town - not to a hotel / hostel.
Thanks
Kim, you will probably have to distinguish between arrival at the local, or international terminal. Once I had the dilemna in the international terminal that my lift did not arrive, and started looking at options. There was a clearly marked desk for "shuttles" manned by badged ACSA personnel who give advice and make bookings with the regular shuttle operators. I checked their rates later and it was in line with the normal rates quoted by the shuttle companies direct. Havn't noticed such a desk at domestic terminal (but always in a rush to get home). A phone call to ACSA should put you through to those desks.
In about a month's time my office will be close to the airport - I could run you to town with pleasure. :-) (Actually I am seriously considering getting a "Public" driver's licence and picking up the occasional red-eye passengers on my commute in the mornings. I will leave Fish Hoek at 6am and arrive at the airport at 6.45am)
Thank you. The query is to avoid my having to leave my lovely warm bed to pick a friend up at some ungodly hour on a Saturday morning! He's awake, and perfectly capable of getting to my place... The ACSA website - www.acsa.co.za - has the contact details of operators, but only 1 of them works!
Have learnt that ACSA doesn't run a transport desk anymore. International terminal has two shuttle companies running their own desks, ATS and Elios. My friend didn't know if they are open early on Saturday mornings.
I did use way2 go both ways and they were courteous pleasant and punctual. not too expensive.
Mangawani Spa is an experienc not to be missed when visiting Cape Town and you feel the need to be pampered. For approx R1000.00 you get served breakfast & lunch together with 7 different treatments. When you leave you would have been massaged from head to toe. To me the hot stone massage was the best
As I drove my rented car to the Cape Of Good Hope, I came across a number of markets by the coastal roads. Some of these little markets sold really nice african handicraft. Lots of wood craft too.
In the picture you will see me and a friend at one of the bigger markets. At this market, they specialized in wood and stone craft. I saw wooden girraff's from 6 inch's tall to a whoppin 12 feet tall. And the best part, they were all Cheap! Now if only my dad had owned a cargo company :)
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The informal markets is a great place to visit and find something special to take home. Less expensive than buying it in a shop and the quality is exactly the same. You are just buying directly from the suppliers here and not working thru a third entity. These lovely chairs are very comfortable and make for interesting garden furniture.
Most major Airports around the World have flights into capetown.
WELL. if you want a good scare take the local Mini Bus Taxi's. They are actualy very efficent , just ASK how much the fare is FIRST , should be around R3- R5 ) If they want more , tell them to go someplace else . That is fares around teh City Bowl. The taxi's can take your anywere around the city. Just ask. You can spot them (or hear them more like it ) They ussaly drive like maniacs and hoot and scream out the windows for clients. Just be prepared for a REAL FAST and fun ride.
There are Buss's and one can also take the trains to other parts of South Africa . If going to Durban or JHB , rather than fly take the train , that is if you have a few days to spare. Its very relaxing (Capetown to Durban takes around 2 days ) and JHB should be a day . Nice way to see the scenery (During the day that is) as you relax in your Private compartments.
Last time i went by train it was cheaper than Airfare.
Don't forget you can go out sailing for the day , or even catch Cruise liners up to Durban.
There are also options of going on Mountain Bike Trails with other tourists. They drive you to areas and you can pedela round the mountains.
(photo taken of me having a beer watching the sun go down from Signal hill)
Cape Malay Cuisine is unique to the Western Cape. It dates back to the 17th century, and has evolved to reflect the influences of the times. Originally a product of the early Indian and Malay settlers in the Cape, and since adapted by the creative indigenous cooks of this area, the cuisine is now noted for it's mild spices and gentle aromatic character.
Liz McGrath, top hotelier and owner of The Cellers-Hohenort Hotel recognized the need for the development of this local cuisine. She got together with Cass Abrahams, foremost South African expert on this cuisine and the cultural history of the Cape Malays. After extensive research, discussions, tastings and trials, The Cape Malay Restaurant was born.
Boboties, curries and other aromatic delicately, spiced dishes are lovingly prepared by chef Martha Williams who has perfected the recipes over many years. The restaurant provides set menus which offer diners a choice of dishes carefully selected to tempt the palate with a delicious combination of taste and texture.
The delightful decor of this intimate restaurant which is a combination of warm, earthy shades, captures the unique culture of the Malay people. For wine lovers, specially selected wines are available to compliment this wonderful aromatic cuisine The Boboties are excellent!
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