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The
eyes of the world were upon Cape Town recently as we excitedly
witnessed D-Day taking place – Draw Day that is! The
results of the Final Draw for the Soccer World Cup see South
Africa placed in Group A, alongside Mexico, Uruguay and France
and set to play in the opening match of the Soccer World Cup
against Mexico. Soccer fever mounts!
A
special welcome to the English cricketers visiting Cape Town
at the beginning of January for the third test of the Castle
Test Series
against South Africa at Newlands – promising some
entertaining cricket.
With a new year upon us, the international day of love,
February's Valentines Day, is just around the corner!
With this in mind, look out for City Sightseeing’s exciting For
the Love of Cape Town
promotion - coming soon.
December's launch of the GO CAPE TOWN card increases
accessibility to Table Mountain using our Red Bus, with fast
track access at both Table Mountain and the Two Oceans
Aquarium.
In
a bid to assist you further in planning the perfect Cape Town
experience, City Sightseeing has launched our exciting new
website which is filled with invaluable information on the
Mother City and allows visitors to buy tickets and top up’s
at discount prices. The City Sightseeing website is the
essential travel preparation companion when planning your trip
– don’t miss it!
All
of us, here at City Sightseeing, wish you and yours a Merry
Christmas and a healthy, successful and fun-filled 2010!
Claus
Tworeck
PS:
All our buses are equipped with a 14-Channel Multi-language
system to tell you the stories of Cape Town and add to your
experience!
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INTERESTING
INFO
Cape
Town's Top Event: V&A Waterfront's AquaFestival
– a Summer celebration
V&A
Waterfront's spectacular summer event - AquaFestival
features the best local and international performances
and talent available, set on a floating stage with
Table Mountain as a dramatic backdrop! This exciting
festival runs from 15 December until 6 January 2010.
Tickets are available fromComputicket
or go to www.aquafestival.com
Once
in a Blue Moon
Full
moon happens once a month, however, a Blue Moon is the
name given to an ‘extra’ full moon that usually
only occurs every two or three years. December
sees the occurrence of a second full moon on the 31st
and, to add to the rarity of this event, a lunar
eclipse is also predicted for this day.
For a special experience try a full moon hike up Lions
Head and take along a picnic. The next full moon
dates are, 31 December, 30 January and 28 February
2010.
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TOP
UPS!
NEW!
GO CAPE TOWN card
City
Sightseeing, Table Mountain Cableway and the Two
Oceans Aquarium have joined forces to launch the
innovative and exciting Go Cape Town card.
This single entry ticket to Cape Town's top three
destinations provides fast track access and the
three-month validity allows for more flexibility in
planning your itinerary.
The Go Cape Town Card costs R360 and includes a return
trip on the Table Mountain Cableway, a visit to the
Two Oceans Aquarium and an experience on Cape Town’s
fun City Sightseeing open-top buses. Children under 18
years pay R180.
Cards can be purchased at the City Sightseeing Ticket
Office, the Two Oceans Aquarium (both Stop 1 at
V&A Waterfront), the Table Mountain Cableway (Stop
13), the Cape Town Tourism offices or online at www.citysightseeing.co.za
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TRIP TIPS
A
few insider travel tips to make your visit to this
lovely city even better…
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City
Sightseeing have launched an exciting new website that
is a must-have travel planning companion! Buy tickets
and top up’s online, create detailed travel
itineraries and wish lists, gather information on over
100 attractions, browse the beautiful image gallery and
more! www.citysightseeing.co.za
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For
the Love of Cape Town…
City Sightseeing have selected a few romantic
Valentines Day options. Also keep a look out for our
exciting For the Love of Cape Town promotion!
#1
Hop on board a City Sightseeing bus with your loved
one and explore the Mother City! •
1-Day ticket R120 or buy online and save R10. Buy
ticket here.
#2
Take a 1 hour boat cruise along the scenic Cape
coastline.
Departs from V&A Waterfront.
•
Buy
your boat cruise ticket for R80 (save R20). Online
here.
#3
Get
reunited in the Serendipity Maze in Mouille Point.
(The idea is that if it’s meant to be, you’ll find
each other right in the heart of the maze.)
Take
a romantic stroll to Stop
17, Winchester Mansions
along the Sea Point Promenade.
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Hot
& Happening Events & News
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| What’s
worth seeing? What’s not to be missed?
Looking for something to do? City Sightseeing
brings you a selection of great events that we feel are
sure to make your time in the Mother City that much more
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| LIFESTYLE |
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| 2009
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition
An
annual international competition, which has
attracted 43,135 entries from 94 countries -
both amateur and professional photographers. The
exhibition includes 95 of the very best images,
chosen for their originality, creativity and
sheer drama.
When:
10 December to 13 March 2010
Where:
Iziko South African Museum, Company Gardens
Time:
10h00 to 17h00
Cost:
R 15
Contact:
021 481 3800
Visit:
www.nhuafrica.com
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| The
Natural & Organic Products Exhibition
The
Natural & Organic Products Exhibition
provides the widest range of natural and organic
products, sustainable technologies, services,
information and practical advice under one roof.
The first exhibition dedicated to inspire you to
go Green! The Lifestyle Stage is the hub of the
Show and will feature live performances,
interactive demonstrations, eco fashion shows,
green business and lifestyle
trends.
The Natural & Organic
Products Exhibition is dedicated to inspiring
visitors to view their lifestyle and health
choices as indivisible.
When:
19 to 21 February 2010
Where:
Cape Town International Convention Centre
Time:
10h00 to 18h00 on 19 and 20 February , 10h00 to
17h00 on 21 February 2010
Cost:
R 50
Contact:
021 671 0935
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| Design
Indaba Expo
The
Design Indaba Expo showcases the finest in top
quality, high end, local design talent.
The show guarantees original, contemporary and
innovative products which are quintessentially
South African. Creativity that knows no bounds
is what Design Indaba is about!
When:
26 to 28 February 2010
Where:
Cape Town International Convention
Centre
Contact:
021 671 0935
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| The
Pink Flamingo Cinema
South
Africa’s first rooftop cinema is situated on
the roof of the Grand Daddy Hotel at 38 Long
Street, Cape Town. Screening classic and
cult movies on a weekly basis. The cinema
is heated in winter and cooled in summer, making
it an experience to enjoy all year round.
All forthcoming movies are listed on the
website. Included in the ticket price, each
guest receives a cone of sweets, a welcome drink
and a choice between an Eskimo Pie, candy floss
or popcorn.
When:
films will screen twice a week on Sunday and
Thursday nights
Where:
The Grand Daddy Hotel, 38 Long Street, Cape Town
Time:
19h30
Contact:
021 424 7247
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| MUSIC |
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| Kirstenbosch
Summer Sunset Concerts
Kirstenbosch
Summer Sunset Concerts are a wonderful way to
spend a Sunday evening in Cape Town. All music
lovers are catered for in the open-air
amphitheatre from, rock to jazz and big band
Swing.
Bring your friends and
family and enjoy the breathtaking setting of the
botanical gardens with a picnic and a bottle of
wine.
When:
every Sunday from 22 November to 11 April 2010
Where:
Kirstenbosch
Times:
Concerts start at 17h30 and ends at 18h30,
Gates open at 15h30
Contact:
021 799 8783
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| Madiah
Renowned
flamenco guitar maestro, Saudiq Khan, heads an
ensemble of world class musicians including
Robert Davids (cajon and percussion), Andre Webb
(bass guitar) and drummer Ivan Bell in a
performance of flamenco, Latin and jazz rhythms.
When:
3 to 6 February 2010
Where:
Artscape Arena
Time:
20h15
Cost:
R 75
Contact:
021 421 7839
Visit:
www.artscape.co.za
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| Die
Burger Suidoosterfees (South Easter Festival)
An
annual festival of jazz, gospel, music, comedy,
visual arts, films, classical music, theatre,
arts and books. Come along and watch celebrities
and well known performers.
When:
26 January to 31 January 2010
Where:
Artscape Theatre
Time:
various (see website)
Cost:
various (see website)
Contact:
021 446 1558
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| Cliff
Richards & the Shadows
Don’t
miss Cliff Richards and the Shadows reunited for
the very last time!
When:
9 March 2010
Where:
Kirstenbosch
Time:
19h00
Cost:
R426
Contact:
Computicket on 083 915 8000
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| Sir
Elton John “Under the African Skies"
The
legendary Sir Elton John returns with his hit
solo tour "Under the African Skies".
When:
28 March 2010
Where:
Val De Vie Wine and Polo Estate
Time:
19h30
Cost:
R500
Contact:
Computicket on 083 915 8000
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| FAMILY |
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| Cape
Town Carnival
The
Cape Town Carnival was conceived as a community
project aimed at bringing together the diverse
communities of the City of Cape Town through
music, dance, and cultural expression,
culminating in a weekend fun for Capetonians and
visitors alike.
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| Cape
Town Minstrel Carnival
The
city of Cape Town comes alive to celebrate New
Year in a unique raucous carnival unlike
anything else in the world.
This celebration sees over ten thousand
costumed, banjo-picking musicians and dancers,
parading their way through the streets of Cape
Town, culminating at the Green Point Stadium for
a day of merriment.
When:
2 January 2010
Where:
Cape Town
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ARTS
AND CULTURE
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| Ballet:
Cinderella On Ice
Cinderella
On Ice is a wonderful and unique interpretation
of the classic tale. In this magical production
celebrating the romance and beauty of one of the
world's favourite fairytales, gnomes, fairies
and beautiful ladies in stunning ball gowns
glide across the ice in a display of grace,
agility and emotion. Stunning skating
feats are performed on a frozen theatre stage,
including breathtaking high speed throws and
lift sequences.
When:
14 January to 7 February 2010
Where:
Artscape Opera House
Time:
various (see website)
Cost:
R 100 - R 375 per person
Contact:
021 410 9800 or Computicket on 083 915
8000
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| Infecting
the City
Infecting
the City is a performing arts festival of
innovative, high-quality commissioned and
collaborative works. Performances are not staged
in theatres, but in sites like public squares,
fountains and on moving vehicles, becoming part
of the living flux of the city.
When:
13 to 20 February 2010
Where:
Cape Town
Contact:
021 422 0468
Visit:
www.infectingthecity.com |
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| SPORTS |
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| The
J&B Met
The
J&B Met is South Africa's most prestigious
and renowned horse racing events. Included in
the ticket price is a R10.00 betting voucher and
a J&B™ Met Race card. A contribution
from each ticket sold will be going towards
funding the Kenilworth Conservation Area in the
middle of the racecourse. This pristine tract of
Cape Fynbos is soon to be declared a National
Conservation Area due to its conservation
significance which includes a number of
protected species of both fauna and flora.
When:
30 January 2010
Where:
Kenilworth Race Course
Cost:
R150
Contact:
021 700 1621
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| Cricket:
South Africa v England
A five
day test match in the Castle Test Series between
the old rivals.
When:
3 January to 7 January 2010
Where:
Sahara Park, Newlands
Time:
10h00
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| Inaugural
Test Events at Cape Town Stadium
Three
exciting inaugural test matches have been
scheduled to take place at the Cape Town Stadium
as part of the build up to the 2010 Soccer World
Cup. Although official dates have not been set
as yet – this trio of matches that will
initiate the Cape Town Stadium are not to be
missed!
From
the start of 2010
January:
First Stadium Test Event (20 000 people)
February: Second Stadium Test Event (40 000
people)
March/April: Third Stadium Test Event (60 000
people)
Visit:
www.sa2010.gov.za
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HOT
TIPS
- Summer is here and we all like to enjoy
leisurely days on the beach. Here's
some tips to stay safe in the sun:
Don’t forget the basics – apply plenty of high
SPF sun-block, wear a wide-brimmed hat and
sunglasses and try to stay out of the sun between
11h00 and 15h00.
- Drink plenty of water – dehydration is deadly!
- Swim in areas supervised by a lifeguard and
avoid swimming near rocks, piers, or jetties.
- Don’t leave your personal belongings
unattended on the beach.
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SCHEDULE
NEWS
Red
City Tour:
This tour does not operate on 2 January 2010 (Cape
Minstrel Carnival). Please note limited service on 1
January 2010.
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Blue
Mini Peninsula Tour:
This tour does not operate on 14 March 2010 (Argus
Cycle Race). Please note limited service on 1 January
2010 and amended route on 2 January 2010 (no Stop 7).
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IMPORTANT
City
Sightseeing Cape Town have endeavored to bring you
information and advice on some of the best activities
and events
around Cape Town, but please note that you participate
at your own risk and we cannot accept liability for any
injuries or claims that may arise.
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