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Issue 6 July 2010
the best way to see Cape Town
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Well, it is over but certainly not forgotten, the Soccer World Cup was a resounding success – congratulations to Brazil, and of course to Bafana Bafana, as well as everyone who contributed to this amazing, unforgettable event and for making us all so proud of our country!
Spring is around the corner and as we start to say goodbye to winter we begin to anticipate bright, crisp mornings, warm sun filled days and an abundance of blooms as the Cape bursts into colorful life! The Mother City is starting to shrug off its winter coat and there are some wonderful events on the cards – as you will see in our Hot and Happening events section below. Be sure not to miss the Atlantic Rail Open Day, Sunday 8 August, which promises a memorable day out for the entire family and at the same time, helps raise much needed funds for the preservation of South Africa’s steam rail heritage.
City Sightseeing also wish everyone celebrating Ramadan, Rosh Hashanah or Yom Kippur the very best over these special times.
So, as you feel the return of a spring in your step, come and join City Sightseeing for a unique Cape Town experience. We will do our utmost to make certain that your time spent in this beautiful, world class city is wonderful and memorable!
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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Claus Tworeck
CEO City Sightseeing Cape Town
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My day Horse Riding and celebrating at FIFA Fan Fest 6 July 2010.
Tuesday we decided to go horse-riding on Long Beach, Cape Town. We hired horses from Imoff Farm – what a fantastic experience. I used to horse-ride
when I was young, and didn’t know that I could ride there. The horse
was very well behaved and we had a truly lovely walk/trot/canter along
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WITH ATLANTIC RAIL ON SUNDAY 8 AUGUST
Atlantic Rail Open Day, 10h00 – 16h00 at the Train Lodge, Old Marine Drive, Cape Town
This exciting event promises an amazing day out for the whole family! See Cape Town’s only working steam train!
Enjoy free rides and shunting demonstrations or take a ride on an old London Double Decker bus around the City. Also, every ticket holder will be automatically entered into a draw to stand a chance to win tickets on the City Sightseeing bus for a family of four!
Fun-filled activities Includes:
• Face Painting
• Free Rides on Steam Train
• Jumping Castles
• Vintage London Bus Rides
• Classic Car Displays
• Indoor Craft & Organic Market
• Children's Rides & attractions
For more details contact:
info@atlanticrail.co.za
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A few insider tips on things you really should see that will make your visit to this lovely city even better…
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Go walkabout in Hout Bay
When visiting Hout Bay on the Blue Mini Peninsula Tour, be sure to go on a walking tour of the vibrant, cosmopolitan and friendly township of Imizamo Yethu. Visit one of the township’s traditional African beer makers, which will give you the opportunity to taste Umqombothi (African beer made from maize, yeast, malt and water) which is drunk from a calabash. If hungry definitely try Joshua’s Tavern, a bustling and lively place with an abundance of township life, culture, music and taste some mouth watering African cuisine.
Also visit the Imizamo Yethu community centre where you can see people making mosaics and unique African dolls, amongst other things. Support them by buying some of their artwork and crafts.
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District Six and the Museum
Get off the Red City bus at the District Six Museum, Stop 9 – for a tour of this small but fascinating museum that stands in remembrance of the community and area that was District Six before apartheid and the Group Areas Act changed it irrevocably.
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Hot & Happening Events &
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Sightseeing bring you a selection of great events that we feel are sure
to make your time in the Mother City that much more enjoyable and
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| Comedy - Marc Lottering not in 3D
Don’t miss the latest stand-up routine from this local hilarious comedian, along with appearances by his alter egos Auntie Merle Abrahams and Smiley the taxi dude.
When: 24 August to 4 September 2010
Where: On Broadway, 44 Long St
Time: 20h30
Cost: R80
Contact: 021 424 1194
Visit: www.onbroadway.co.za
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| Cape Homemakers Expo 2010
A showcase of the latest trends and decor ideas for the home, office and garden.
When: 2 September to 5 September 2010
Where: Cape Town International Convention Centre
Time: Various
Cost:
Various
Contact: 021 511 2800
Visit: www.homemakersonline.co.za
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| Kirstenbosch Winter Concerts
Kirstenbosch Winter concerts take place in the Silver Tree Restaurant. Enjoy musical performances from a variety of brilliant artists.
When:
Running until 10 October 2010
Where: Silver Tree Restaurant, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Time: Various
Cost:
Various
Contact: 021 762 9585
Visit: www.keenoncapetown.com
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| Thriller Live
A spectacular, high energy multi media performance featuring 19 performers and dancers as well as a full live band, which celebrates the life of Michael Jackson.
When: 9 September to 12 September 2010
Where: Grand Arena, Grand West
Time: Various
Cost:
Various
Contact: 021 505 7777 or 083 915 8000
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| The Parlotones World Tour 2010
Do not miss this hugely popular South African alternative rock band performing as part of their world tour.
When: 1 September 2010
Where: Grand Arena, Grand West
Time: 19h00
Cost: tbc
Contact: 021 505 7777 or 083 915 8000
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| Wheel Of Excellence
An amazing, twenty minute ride on a 50m observation wheel, (similar to UK's London Eye) that offers panoramic views of Cape Town, Table Mountain and surrounds.
When: Running until 15 January 2011
Where: Canal Site, opposite the Caltex garage, V&A Waterfront
Time: Various
Cost: R80
Contact: 021 408 7600
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| MAMMA MIA!
The return of a global smash hit that will have you laughing, crying and dancing along!
When: 11 August to 29 August 2010
Where: Artscape Opera House
Time:
Various
Cost: Various
Contact: 021 421 7839 or 083 915 8000
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| Porralicious - The Revenge
A comedy about being Portuguese in South Africa in which granny Maria Ferreira fights to keep her family together despite the odds and the excessive body hair.
When: 15 September to 2 October 2010
Where: Theatre on The Bay, Link St, Camps Bay
Time: 20h00
Cost:
Various
Contact: 021 438 3300
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| Hip Hop Kaslam
A real African musical theatre experience which showcases spaza, street slang and kasi (township) lifestyle, this musical celebration of home-brewed hip hop pays tribute to music and artists from the townships.
When: 31 July 2010
Where: Baxter Concert Hall
Time: 18h00
Cost: R20
Contact: Computicket on 083 915 8000
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| Blisters For Bread Charity Walk
A charity fun-walk that raises much-needed funds to feed hungry school children throughout the www.sa-venues.com/westcape Western Cape. Enjoy a scenic five, ten or twenty kilometre route all starting from the Cape Town Stadium.
When: 29 August 2010
Where: Start venue, Cape Town Stadium
Time: Various
Cost: R30
Contact: 021 447 6020
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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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