Cape Town
Long an Aussie favourite, this African city is in for a big year
With more routes from Australia and the launch of new international and design-led hotels, all eyes are on Cape Town.
- Julietta Jameson
The hotel high tea shared by the Queen, Churchill and a Beatle
Only The Nellie could have a sommelier devoted to making the perfect cuppa. His secrets? Fresh leaves, exact temperatures and never say yes to a teabag.
- Lee Tulloch
Everything is over-the-top at this hotel. No wonder Elton John loved it
You’d imagine anywhere the British pop star stays might be over-the-top, and you’re not wrong when it comes to this eye-popping South African retreat.
- Brian Johnston
I hate dung and donkeys. Then I discovered the world’s best farm visit
A 330-year-old farm in Cape Town’s winelands has become South Africa’s latest tourist attraction, and it’s brilliant.
- Brian Johnston
This legendary hotel has hosted celebrities for 125 years
With an A-Z of celebrity clients ranging from Agatha Christie to Lenny Kravitz, there’s no doubting Cape Town’s Mount Nelson hotel’s place in the lexicon of legendary hotels.
- Julietta Jameson
Sidecar adventures in Cape Town with Brody the dog
A vintage sidecar with dog in tow is the only way to cruise Cape Town.
- Sue Wallace
Port guide: Cape Town, South Africa
One of the world’s most spectacular harbour towns has plenty in it, and even more around it, to ensure you have a very busy port day.
- Brian Johnston
The one problem with climbing this landmark peak
While there are undoubtedly spectacular views from the summit of Table Mountain, there’s one landmark you won’t be able to see from there.
- Ben Groundwater
There’s a new reason to visit this Cape Town landmark
Since 1996 the Cape Grace Hotel has earned a reputation for being the best hotel in South Africa’s oldest town.
- Julietta Jameson
Zeitz MOCAA, Cape Town: A contemporary art gallery that's unlike anything you've seen
The former grain silo housing this new art gallery is just as arresting as its contents.
- Max Anderson