The Dark Past of Robben Island
Date: 05/29/2006Robben Island--the tiny stretch of land visible in the middle left of the photo--is where Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 prison years.
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The First of Four "Must-Dos" for the Extreme Adventurer in Cape Town
Date: 07/03/2005"Shark diving is the latest craze for adrenaline seekers, and what better place to see these magnificent creatures than in South Africa--the largest breeding ground for Great Whites in the world..."
Read OnHidden Luxury in South Africa
Date: 01/17/2005For wild luxury, follow the coastline south from Cape Town to the cape peninsula. You'll enjoy the scenic drive, rugged cliffs, and wildlife…
Read OnPrivate Paradise in Paternoster
Date: 01/22/2004The clean white sand of the beach is empty, as far as the eye can see--all 15 miles of it around the bay.
Read OnHout Bay Hideaway
Date: 12/01/2003The Hout Bay Hideaway has this Victorian bath in their beautiful, wild garden…and yes, we did use it.
Read OnBloody Mary for Breakfast?
Date: 08/19/2003In the 17th century, Cape Town was known as "The Tavern of the Seas" by sailors, thanks to its tradition of hospitality.
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