10 Best Destinations to Visit in Cape Town

Cape Town is a port city on South Africa’s southwest coast, on a peninsula beneath the imposing Table Mountain. Slowly rotating cable cars climb to the mountain’s flat top, from which there are sweeping views of the city, the busy harbor and boats heading for Robben Island in Table Bay.
The blog is divided into three categories adventurous places, family destinations, must see desinations.

1. Adventurous Places

Table Mountain

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Table Mountain is a flat-topped mountain forming a prominent landmark overlooking the city of Cape Town in South Africa, and is featured in the Flag of Cape Town and other local government insignia.

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The Garden route

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The Garden route is one such incredibly scenic place. The beautiful creeks and shores that pass you by are certainly worth the trip.

Additionally there are quite a few activities like Boat rides, abseiling, hiking, fishing, mountain biking, sailing, bungi jumping and more to try out here. This place has quite a few surprises in store and is sure to be a wonderful destination. Adventurers should certainly consider travelling to this place during their trip to Cape Town.

Fish Hoek

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Fish Hoek is a coastal town at the eastern end of the Fish Hoek Valley on the False Bay side of the Cape Peninsula in Cape Town, South Africa. Previously a separate municipality, Fish Hoek is now part of the City of Cape Town.
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Chapmans Peak

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Chapman's Peak is the name of a mountain on the western side of the Cape Peninsula. The drive to it is quite scenic and a must do while in Cape Town. The drive itself is worth it but there is a lot to do in this area too.

2. Family Destinations

Two Oceans Aquarium

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 The Two Oceans Aquarium is an aquarium located at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.

Address: Dock Rd, V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, 8002, South Africa

Hours:

Monday	9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday	9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday	9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday	9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday	9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday	9:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday	9:30 AM – 6:00 PM

The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront

 

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The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town has sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean, Table Bay Harbour, the City of Cape Town and Table Mountain.
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Robben Island

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Robben Island is quite rightfully a UNESCO World Heritage site. The importance of the site lies in its role in the History of not just South Africa but the entire continent of Africa.

Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens

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These Unique and Beautiful Botanical Gardens are a real treat for the nature lover. Home to several rare and even endangered species of plants and animals, the botanical gardens are extremely important from the point of view of ecology and conservation. The Fynbos which are a rare variety of bush-like vegetation which are unique to this geographical area are preserved and bred here. Around 7000 species of plants are currently under cultivation.

3. Must See Destinations

Lion's Head

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Lion's Head is a mountain in Cape Town, South Africa, between Table Mountain and Signal Hill. Lion's Head peaks at 669 metres above sea level.

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Clifton Beaches

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 Clifton one of the most affluent neighborhoods in Cape Town, its beaches are a treat to eyes. White sand, clean waters and a landscaped view of the table mountain add to the allure of the place.

 

Top 10 things to Do in Barcelona

Barcelona, the cosmopolitan capital of Spain’s Catalonia region, is defined by quirky art and architecture, imaginative food and vibrant street life. It has medieval roots, seen in the mazelike Gothic Quarter, but a modernist personality represented by architect Antoni Gaudí’s fantastical Sagrada Família church. Its restaurant scene, anchored by the central Boqueria market, ranges from fine dining to tiny tapas bars. As local residents and guides we recommend these 10 best sights and the "must-see" top Barcelona attractions.

 Tibidabo

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Accessible by metro, train as well as the funicular from Barcelona, this hill is a great destination to consider while planning your trip to Barcelona. You can get a spectacular view of the city of Barcelona from here. There is a very popular Amusement park called Parc d’attractiones where you can spend the entire day with the family. There is also a beautiful Catholic church worth visiting on this hill.

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Official Website: Tibidabo

Sagrada Familia

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The Basílica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família is a large Roman Catholic church in Barcelona, designed by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí.

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Official Website: The Sagrada Familia

The Park Guell

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The Park Guell is a public park system composed of gardens and architectonic elements located on Carmel Hill, in Barcelona. Carmel Hill belongs to the mountain range of Collserola — the Parc del Carmel is located on the northern face.

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Official Website: Park Güell Barcelona

Address: Carrer d'Olot, s/n, 08024 Barcelona, Spain

The Magic Fountain At Montjuic

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The Magic Fountain of Montjuïc is a fountain located at the head of Avenida Maria Cristina in the Montjuïc neighborhood of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.

Address: Plaça de Carles Buïgas, s/n, 08038 Montjuic, Barcelona, Spain

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Casa Mila Or La Pedrera

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Casa Milà, popularly known as La Pedrera, is a modernist building in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. It was the last civil work designed by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí, built between the years 1906 and 1910.

Address: Provença, 261-265, 08008 Barcelona, Spain

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Official Website: Casa Milà Official Website

 

La Boqueria

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The Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria, often simply referred to as La Boqueria is a large public market in the Ciutat Vella district of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain and one of the city's foremost.

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Address: Les Rambles, 91, 08001 Barcelona, Spain

Barceloneta

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This gorgeous neighbourhood in CutatVella district of Barcelona is famous for its wonderful sandy beach.This site is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea.  it is popular for its food hubs and nightclubs. Travellers come here to enjoy the pleasure of walking down the broadwalk seeing the sights and taking in the atmosphere. It was mentioned in the famous novel “Don Quixote”.
Apart from its beautiful surroundings, tbeing a social hub makes it an important and interesting place for the travellers.

Montserrat Mountain

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Montserrat is a multi-peaked mountain located near the city of Barcelona, in Catalonia, Spain. It is part of the Catalan Pre-Coastal Range. The main peaks are Sant Jeroni, Montgrós and Miranda de les Agulles.

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CosmoCaixa Barcelona

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CosmoCaixa Barcelona is a science museum located in Barcelona, Spain. Formerly known as the Science Museum of Barcelona, it closed for renovations in 1998 and reopened in 2004 under its current name.

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Camp Nou

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Football fans may rejoice! Camp Nou is the famous football stadium in Barcelona. It is the home ground to the famous FC BARCELONA. And what’s more? It is open for the public when matches aren’t going on. The capacity of 99,786 seats makes this stadium the 13th largest stadium in the world.

10 Most Romantic Honeymoon Destinations

Bodrum

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The Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea, is known for its beach towns and resorts, ancient ruins and vibrant nightlife. Its center is Bodrum City, featuring twin bays with views of St. Peter’s Castle, a medieval fortress built partly with stones from the Mausoleum, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

The Maldives

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The Maldives is a tropical nation in the Indian Ocean composed of 26 coral atolls, which are made up of hundreds of islands. It’s known for its beaches, blue lagoons and extensive reefs. The capital, Malé, has a busy fish market, restaurants and shops on Majeedhee Magu and 17th-century Hukuru Miskiy (also known as Old Friday Mosque) made of coral stone.

St. Moritz, Switzerland

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St. Moritz is an alpine resort town in the Engadin, a valley in Switzerland. Twice a host of the Winter Olympics, St. Moritz has a world-championship bobsled run made of natural ice and an outdoor Olympic ice rink. Local ski and snowboard complexes such as Corviglia, Corvatsch and Diavolezza encompass a variety of downhill runs suitable for skiers from intermediate to expert.

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Savannah, Georgia city

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Savannah, a coastal Georgia city, is separated from South Carolina by the Savannah River. It’s known for its manicured parks, horse-drawn carriages and ornate antebellum architecture. Its cobblestoned historic district is filled with squares and parks like Forsyth Park, shaded by magnolia blossoms and oak trees covered with Spanish moss. The historic district’s architectural landmarks include the Gothic-Revival Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist.

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Banana Island

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Banana Island, is an artificial island off the foreshore of Ikoyi, Lagos.

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Majorca island

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 Majorca or Mallorca is one of the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean, known for its beach resorts and sheltered coves, limestone mountains and Roman and Moorish remains. Capital Palma has 13th-century Santa María cathedral and hosts the annual Copa del Rey regatta. Stone-built villages include Pollença, with its art galleries and summer classical music festival, and hillside Fornalutx, surrounded by citrus plantations on mountain terraces.

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Ko Tao, Thailand

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Ko Tao is an island in Thailand and forms part of the Chumphon Archipelago on the western shore of the Gulf of Thailand. It covers an area of about 21 km². Administratively it forms a district of Surat Thani Province. 

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Kyoto, Japan

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Kyoto, once the capital of Japan, is a refined city on the island of Honsh with thousands of classical Buddhist temples, as well as gardens, imperial palaces, Shinto shrines and traditional wooden houses. It’s also known for formal traditions such as kaiseki dining, consisting of multiple courses of precise dishes, and geisha, female entertainers often found in the Gion district.

St. Bart's

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Saint Barthélemy, a French-speaking Caribbean island commonly referred to as St. Barts, is known for its white-sand beaches, chic hotels and designer shops. The capital, Gustavia, encircling a yacht-filled harbor, combines high-end dining with historical attractions like The Wall House, whose exhibits highlight the island’s Swedish colonial era. Perched above town is 17th-century Fort Karl, offering views of popular Shell Beach.

Paris

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Paris, France's capital, is a major European city and a global center for art, fashion, gastronomy and culture. Its picturesque 19th-century cityscape is crisscrossed by wide boulevards and the River Seine. Beyond such landmarks as the Eiffel Tower and the 12th-century, Gothic Notre-Dame cathedral, the city is known for its cafe culture, and designer boutiques along the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. Checkout the most amazing tours in Paris to book if you are in the city.

Top 7 Travel Quotes You Never Read

These are the best inspirational travel quotes ever. Get motivated to explore the world with these memorable quotes from famous travelers.

“The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page.” – Saint Augustine

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 “You don’t have to be rich to travel well.” – Eugene Fodo

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“We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.” – Anonymous

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“Travel is more than the seeing of sights; it is a change that goes on, deep and permanent, in the ideas of living.” -- Miriam Beard

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“Keep your eyes on the horizon and your nose to the wind.” -- Cunt Eastwood

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“Travel. As much as you can. As far as you can. As long as you can. Life’s not meant to be lived in one place.” -- Gentleman’s Wisdom

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“Before it's too late, without thinking too much about it first, pack a pillow and a blanket and see as much of the world as you can.” -- Jhumpa Lahiri

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5 Best Road Trips in World

Amalfi Coast, Italy

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The Amalfi Coast is a 50-kilometer stretch of coastline along the southern edge of Italy’s Sorrentine Peninsula, in the Campania region. It’s a popular holiday destination, with sheer cliffs and a rugged shoreline dotted with small beaches and pastel-colored fishing villages. The coastal road between the port city of Salerno and clifftop Sorrento winds past grand villas, terraced vineyards and cliffside lemon groves.

Official Website: Amalfi Coast

 

Back Roads of Provence, France

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Join Backroads on a biking tour of Provence, France. Bike amid the Alpilles and cycle in the Luberon, rich with fragrant flowers, trees and olive groves.

Cornwall, England

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Cornwall is a county on England’s rugged southwestern tip. It forms a peninsula encompassing wild moorland and hundreds of sandy beaches, culminating at the famous promontory Land’s End. The south coast, dubbed the Cornish Riviera, is home to picturesque harbour villages like Fowey and Falmouth. The north coast is lined with towering cliffs and seaside resorts like Newquay, known for surfing.

 

Wild Atlantic Way

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The Wild Atlantic Way is a tourism trail on the west coast of Ireland. The 2,500 km driving route passes through nine counties and three provinces, stretching from County Donegal's Inishowen Peninsul.

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Ring Road – Iceland

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Route 1 or the Ring Road is a national road in Iceland that runs around the island and connects most of the inhabited parts of the country. The total length of the road is 1,332 kilometres.

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