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Christmas Night
Saturday, May 14th, 2011
Enjoy Christmas in Cape Town
Celebrating the Christmas season in Cape Town is a gift in itself, with surprises at every turn. The festive season is synonymous with family unity and celebration. Cape Town is a great family destination and a wonderful place to celebrate. The city’s hospitality and warm culture will make you feel right at home. The Mother City offers a wealth of activities which will keep you and your family happily entertained for the duration of your stay. Be it wining and dining at a five star restaurant, strolling through the V&A Waterfront or singing Christmas carols beneath the stars, Cape Town promises a magical Christmas holiday.
Gifts from nature
Cape Town has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, with soft white sand and turquoise waters. While you relax and soak up the African sun, the kids can build sand castles and or play beach sports. Clifton Fourth Beach is always teeming with locals and tourists, and is situated next to the famous La Med Restaurant, which serves delicious Mediterranean food as well as some of the city’s best cocktails – agreat way to watch the sun set on the horizon.
If you enjoy live music and want to experience Cape Town’s superb talent, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens hosts the highly anticipated SummerConcerts which takes place every Sunday from November through to April. Pack a picnic lunch and enjoy the magnificent mountain views coupledwith artists that are taking the international music industry by storm. Franschhoek’s Cap Classique & Champagne Festival is yet another outdoor delight. Situated in the Cape Winelands, just outside of Cape Town,this romantic town is renowned for its French theme and exceptional boutique restaurants and wine farms. The festival, which takes place from3 to 5 December, boasts South Africa‘s best Cap Classique sparkling wines as well as the rare opportunity to indulge in authentic French champagnes. A bottle or two makes for a fabulous Christmas present.
Holiday indulgence
This charming city is more than just a beautiful treat. It is a melting pot of taste and colour, with restaurants, cafes and bars to suit anypreference. The Victoria and Alfred Waterfront abounds with international flavours. Spoil yourself with some of Cape Town’s best sushi at Sevruga while overlooking the harbour; savour some of Africa’s best venison at Belthazar or enjoy an ice cold Wiessbier at Paulaner Brauhaus at the clock tower.
Conveniently, the V&A Waterfront is ideal for your Christmas shopping, where you will find presents for everyone. Choose from over 450 storesthat sell everything from fashion and jewellery to homeware and audiovisual equipment. The Red Shed Craft Market is also perfect for handmade, eco-friendly or esoteric goods.
Christmas and New Year activities
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, the city bustles with excitement. The start of December is when the Christmas lights in Adderley Streetare switched on: a colourful celebration that delights parents and children alike. This event is coupled with a Christmas night market, greatlive entertainment and the coming together of 50,000 people from all walks of life – a kaleidoscope of culture and camaraderie. Stellenbosch holds the much anticipated Christmas Carols under the Stars event, which takes place at the Oude Libertas Amphitheatre on 19 and20 December. This tradition is a must for family and friends to get together and share the Christmas spirit.
A truly memorable Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas lunch can be enjoyed at the Taj Cape Town – one of the city’s most luxurious hotels.Situated in the heart of Cape Town, this hotel is not only famous for its five star gourmet cuisine, but also sought-after accommodation thatwill make your festive season feel like it is Christmas every day.
What’s more, the Taj Cape Town’s Twankey Bar will be hosting an ‘Around the World’ New Year’s Eve extravaganza, where themed snacks and cocktails from different countries will be served while a DJ entertains the guests throughout the night. If you are in the mood for an outdoors celebration, bring in 2011 with live entertainment and Africa’s biggest fireworks display at the V&A Waterfront’s New Years Eve party.
About the Author
The Taj Cape Town is a luxurious five star hotel situated in the city centre. Celebrate the festive season with Taj’s Festive Season Packages and be treated to gourmet cuisine and world class facilities at the Jiva Spa.
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