Cape Town & Surrounds, South Africa

The ‘Mother City' is rightfully one of the world's most beautifully situated cities, held in the bowl of the legendary Table Mountain.

In recent years, Cape Town has revived itself with stylish bars, cafés and restaurants which provide the inner city with more of a continental feel – yet still with an African twist. Vibrant Long Street attracts locals and tourists alike, whilst trendy Kloof Street boasts fashionable boutiques and coffee shops, chic hotels and intimate restaurants – the perfect spot for an insiders glimpse into Cape Town’s laid-back contemporary lifestyle.

Cape Town is ideal for a long weekend away or you can even spend a fortnight and not have seen it all. The palm-lined beaches of the Atlantic Seaboard, the lush Constantia valley, the superbly manicured grounds of Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, the picturesque wine estates of Franschhoek and Stellenbosch and a vibrant food and wine scene - Cape Town has long been regarded as the continent's gastronomy capital - there are many reasons why Cape Town lures travellers back year after year. With direct overnight flights from the UK and virtually no jet-lag due to the small time difference, it is ideal for an extended long weekend or the beginning or end of a longer South Africa itinerary.

Cape Town is bursting with history, gastronomy, art and diverse cultures – a vibrance which belies the relaxed, care-free outlook of the locals who are only too happy to share their beautiful city with you.