Category: Cape Town

What to wear in Cape Town uncovered

Cape Town style is laid-back and casual you will spot people wearing business attire, to athletic wear and even beach items. It’s normal to see people wearing flip flops with jeans and a vest. People don’t wear traditional outfits’ every day though you might spot some people wearing Shwe-Shwe and or African Wax print items. …

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Tips on How to take memorable Christmas photos

With Christmas coming soon, I’ve been thinking about how to take better photos. It will be my niece’s first Christmas, so I want to up my photography game to capture it. I found a few tips online and thought about the things I usually do to take photos. This is my shortlist for how to…

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Top 10 Tips to follow when visiting the Bokaap

t’s said that color impacts our mood, and when you walk down the streets of Bo-Kaap, you’ll find that the bright colors make you feel happy. There’s something about this area—once home to slaves, later becoming multicultural, and eventually declared a Cape Malay quarter by the Apartheid state—that draws both tourists and locals. The vibrant…

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How I celebrated Human Rights Day in South Africa

In South Africa, Human Rights Day is celebrated on the 21st of March. In my country, we do not celebrate UN Human Rights Day. On Human Rights Day 21 March 1960, protesters who opposed pass laws and apartheid were attacked by the apartheid police.

How to enjoy Cape Town Carnival a guide from a local

Cape Town Carnival is just around the corner! This Mardi Gras-style festival, held on March 16th, is free to attend and promises an unforgettable experience. The parade will take over the Fan Walk in Green Point, showcasing whimsical floats, vibrant dancers, and lively marchers. This year’s theme, VUKA UKHANYE! Rise ‘n Shine, encourages everyone to…

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How to take brilliant beach photos: 16 easy tips

I love the beach. Living in a coastal city has been a true blessing. And I missed the sea whilst living in Essen, Germany, which is landlocked. I never got to visit the beaches of Europe, which added to my beach blues. Now that I’m back home, I take way too many photos of the…

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