Blogs from Fish Hoek, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa, Africa

We were fortunate during our first weeks in Cape Town: Lindsey's cousin, Lucy, was in South Korea and her car was available for our use. This gave us freedom and the flexibility to explore the Western Cape. However, there came a point when we had to give the car back. We arranged to visit Anneke in Fish Hoek. Without wheels we decided to try public transport. Lindsey, after much searching, found there was a train from Mowbray, a suburb close to where we are staying, to Fish Hoek. Trains in Cape Town have a reputation making them sound as lawless as the Wild West. Everyone we spoke to had a horror story: tales of bag snatchings as doors opened; pickpockets targeting crushed commuters; and even knife point muggings. I noticed those speaking had never actually been ... read more

Barbara and John’s Newsletter from the Cape So there is such a thing as warm weather. So far temperatures have ranged from 25-30 degrees, centigrade! The Cape is fantastic, so say us from day one to day six. The initial impressions, apart from the townships you see on the way from the airport, are one of great scenery and an ambiance of everything being so laid back. Our stay in the Cape has been memorable with some of the most impressive mountain and ocean/beach scenery you can imagine. We stayed in a large apartment in Clovelly, called A Room with a View. From our balcony the apartment lived up to its billing; worthy of a Sundowner (G&T) or two. Thanks to Heather and Rocky for such a warm and helpful welcome Our first day was leisurely ... read more