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HELLO TO ALL OUR FRIENDS!
March holds so much in store for us: beautiful weather, great music, an exciting cycling event and an inspiring Kids Expo. And – of course – all this leads up to the school holidays, starting on 26 March!
If you’re looking for even more adventure, explore the capetownkids.co.za website. Here, you’ll find all the information that you need at your fingertips.
This month, the crew really needs your help. Have a look at the “Meet the Crew” section. We can’t wait to view your lovely scenic photos!
Remember to share you adventures with us at kidsclub@citysightseeing.co.za.
Top-of-Cape-Town GREETINGS
Your City Sightseeing Cape Town Crew
STOP OF THE MONTH
Castle of Good Hope (Stop 10)
Visit the oldest surviving building in South Africa, dating back to 1666. Did you know that the sea used to wash up against the Castle walls where Strand Street is situated today?
Visit one of the most impressive sword collections in the country in the Castle Military Museum. A special Key Ceremony is performed on weekdays at 10h00 and at 12H00, followed by the firing of the Signal Canon.
Time: Open 7 days a week from 09:00
Gates close at 16:00
Contact: 021 787 1260
WHERE DO I TAKE THE PARENTS?
Take a look at the fabulous events:
KIDS EXPO 2010:
This is THE place to show your parents everything that you need: a place of one-stop learning, exploring and shopping opportunities for the whole family! Expect an interactive tiny town, the latest toys and educational products, innovative kiddies décor and furniture, and a host of interactive exhibits.
Where: Cape Town International Convention Centre
When: 26 – 28 March 2010
Cost: R20 – children
R60 - adults
Contact: 021 555 0239
Website: www.yourchildexpo.co.za
HORSE-AND-CARRIAGE RIDES
Explore Cape Town – including the Company Gardens – on a horse-drawn omnibus
Where: Castle of Good Hope
When: Daily; bookings must be made 24 hours in advance
Cost: On request
Contact: 082 575 5669 (John)
Website: www.ctcco.co.za
GREASE
Your parents will LOVE this – the classic musical about teenage school life in America in the 1950s. Come and bob till you drop!.
Where: Artscape
When: 6 March–11 April
Cost: R100 – R350
Booking: Computicket at 083 915 8000
CAPE ARGUS PICK ’N PAY JUNIOR AND TRICYCLE TOUR
This great event now takes place the day before the Cape Argus Pick ‘n Pay Cycle tour. With plenty of refreshments and entertainment, it promises to be a great day out for the whole family!
Where: Youngsfield Military Base, Wynberg
When: Saturday, 13 March 2010
Age: Tricycle: Open to boys and girls under 6
Junior: 6-12 year olds
Cost: R40 plus (including one accompanying adult)
R10 per additional adults
Route: Tricycle: 1.5 km
Junior: 5 km & 10 km
Website: www.tricycletour.co.za
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| MEET THE CREW! |
 The crew needs your help! They’re looking for your best photos taken along our route in which they can feature. Do you have any in store that you can share with us? If so, simply upload them onto our gallery or email the crew at kidsclub@citysightseeing.co.za.
Have a look at this great picture of Mandisa exploring Table Mountain!
Remember: It’s our policy not to publish photos that include you but we’ll certainly publish your name together with your photos!
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WHAT ANIMAL WAS SPOTTED ON TABLE MOUNTAIN THIS MONTH?
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Cape Sugarbird have long sharp beaks with which they love feeding off the nectar of the various species of Protea and Aloe plants. They also eat insects. Did you know that they have specially developed sharp claws to help them feed during strong winds in the Cape? Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens (Stop 20) at the foot of Table Mountains is a great place to spot these birds!
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| WHAT I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE RED BUS |
Did you know that simply by joining our Kids Club you get a special birthday treat? FREE tickets to go on our Blue Mini Peninsula Tour! Eshaam’s mom shared the following about his birthday trip with us: “We had an awesome time. Eshaam and his friends cannot speak enough of the trip!”
Join up now to gain access to your special birthday invitation!
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| FACTS ABOUT CAPE TOWN |
Have you ever noticed the Old Man in the Mountain on Table Mountain? His face is clearly visible. Locals refer to him as d’Klipman (‘the stone man’) or Die Man Innie Berg (‘the man in the mountain’). A great way to see him is from our bus as we explore the city on the RED CITY TOUR!
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February 2010
