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The Western Cape is on Africa's southwesternmost tip. It's also South Africa's most popular tourist destination - deservedly so. It offers the urban thrills of Cape Town, its adjacent wine country and a lot more. The Overberg's perfect whale-watching perches provide excitement of a different nature. The Garden Route's lakes and forests and the Klein Karoo's ostrich farming towns and vineyards present another take on the Cape. For extra kicks, try bungee jumping or cage-diving among Great Whites. more » The Western Cape is on Africa's southwesternmost tip. It's also South Africa's most popular tourist destination - deservedly so. It offers the urban thrills of Cape Town, its adjacent wine country and a lot more. The Overberg's perfect whale-watching perches provide excitement of a different nature. The Garden Route's lakes and forests and the Klein Karoo's ostrich farming towns and vineyards present another take on the Cape. For extra kicks, try bungee jumping or cage-diving among Great Whites. « less
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“Excellent Service”

Liberty Lodge Bed & Breakfast

5 of 5 stars
simsu66
Southend-on-Sea, United Kingdom
Nov 21, 2009

We had fantastic stay at the Liberty Lodge. The best part of our stay was the excellent service from the owner (Ruth) and her staff (especially Lisa). Ruth was at breakfast everyday and was always...more

“Relaxed and friendly atmosphere in a picturesque landscape”

Hildesheim Guest House

5 of 5 stars
GregoBudapest
Budapest
Nov 21, 2009

Our host did everything to make our stay as good as possible. The guest house is in a perfect location - in the mountains but only 5 minutes drive from the Indian Ocean. more

“Warm welcome again and pleasant stay amongst friendly people”

Auberge Rozendal

4 of 5 stars
Brave315
Hengelo
Nov 21, 2009

We stayed here before, last year and beginning 2009 with our family and grandson. Seven in total. Very friendly reception, also regarding children. Rooms are very good and nicely situated in a...more

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