Is Cape Town on your bucket list of places to see at least once in your lifetime? Cape Town recently won first place as the worlds top holiday destination for 2014 by British newspaper, The Guardian and the US newspaper, The New York Times.
What makes Cape Town the prime spot this year?
Nelson Mandela passed away last year, marking the end of an era for a great man who fought an incredible struggle and made a mark in history with his release and rise to power as the President of South Africa. His time behind bars is preserved on Robben Island, a popular tourist destination for people wanting to witness first hand how conditions must have been like.
Cape Town voted as the World Design Capital for 2014. Their mission is on projects that bridge historic and cultural differences, to reconnect Cape Town in structure and in spirit, to rebuild social and economic inclusion in all sectors, and reposition Cape Town for a sustainable future for everyone contributing to making our city a better place. The long term affect is a visible improvement where necessary.
Cape Town is littered with historic buildings, each steeped with a rich history. We are especially proud of our ancestors achievements. For people seeking to find chapels and old church buildings, Cape Town has plenty to offer the adventurous soul.
Our cultural diversity is none like any other place on earth. All of our official languages as well as many other european languages are heard while mingling with the masses.
Summer time attracts hundreds of Kite Surfers, all mostly from Europe. They are seen negotiating flat surf from Milnerton to Table View on windy days. Ths has become a yearly trend with some of the worlds top Kite Surfers as well as Wind Surfers visit the Mother City.
The Wine Route is undoubtedly one of the greatest attractions for visitors wanting to experience the Cape. Our local wine makers produce some of the worlds finest wines and export their nectar to the far corners of the globe. People often take a tour bus especially catering for the wine route, making it convenience without the hassle of driving under the influence.
Accommodation is of the highest quality, ranging from self catering bachelor pads to borderline palaces. The rich and famous flock to Camps Bay or Hout Bay, hidden from the city masses. Rub shoulder to shoulder with some of our local celebs if you’re fortunate. You will find that Cape Towns locals are friendly and helpful with questions or directions. We are proudly litter conscious, keeping the city clean is a social responsibility we all take quite seriously.
I suggest you think about Cape Town for an unforgettable holiday experience found no where else. If you would like to speak to the professionals who organise outstanding holiday apartments please contact FZP Apartment Rentals.