Monarch Grand Vacations - Table Mountain and Stellenbosch south Africa Vacation Guide - Kirstenbosch, cape Town,

Thousands of people worldwide will have their eyes opened to the city and all of South Africa, with the soccer World Cup coming to South Africa in 2010. One of the most cosmopolitan places to go that will appeal to everyone's budgets and tastes is most definitely Cape Town, when you embark on a journey to South Africa.

You will not be disappointed when you come to Cape Town at any time of year. So one minute you can be surfing or sun tanning on the glorious beaches and the next you can be breathing in the crisp air as you hike through the Cape vineyards, you also have the combination of all climates and topography all within very close proximity of each other. Cape Town is modern and chic with segments of different communities contributing to the unique blend of culture here. With vibrant streets and friendly people you will always feel welcome and at home here.

But this does not continue for the entire season and most of the time you will have stunning days that are warm and peaceful, there are very rainy days in winter and very windy days in summer. The weather here is great almost all year round. You need to make more than one trip during different times of year, so to get a true and overall picture of Cape Town; the different seasons hold splendid sights and experiences that can only be attributed to that specific time of year.

The Cape Town City library is also housed in this building. The old Town Hall is also great to view and the magnificent architecture is very well preserved and elegant. Until the skyscrapers were introduced, this 5-sided castle was once a fort and the tallest building in Cape Town. You should also make time to go on a tour of the Castle of Good Hope which will be a prominent sight as you travel into the city. And the Artscape Theatre, the Planetarium, the President's Residence, parliament buildings, historical places like the tranquil Gardens of Cape Town, as well as interesting, eateries, there are craft markets. And those that are more down to earth and bustling with the locals, up-market areas, areas where the African culture shines, bohemian aspects, there are the more earthy, places that are more European with lovely coffee shops and cafes, there are streets for the arty and chic. Here you can visit all the art galleries and museums and by just walking through the streets of Cape Town CBD and the Foreshore you will soon have a pretty good grasp of things. Perhaps the best place to start your vacation is in the heart of the Mother City, if you are new to the country and the Cape. There is so much to see and do here that it is hard to know where to start.

On the other side of Table Mountain sits the botanical gardens of Kirstenbosch which must not be missed. As the cable car does not ride up due to the strong gusts and the infamous "table cloth" of thick cloud that covers the top, but the weather can be of concern during the windy times of year, weddings and other functions can also be planned up on Table Mountain. Walking trails and perfect sunset viewing spots, shops, there are regular Cable Car ride up to the top of the flat topped mountain where there are restaurants. You can also see the most famous of the Cape Town landmarks - Table Mountain.

And the exact point where the two oceans meet - the southeastern most point of the African continent, cape Point Lighthouse, da Gama Cross, picnic areas and attractions like Diaz Cross, craft stalls, there is also an ostrich farm. Here you can see the Chacma Baboons in their natural habitat as well as various antelope and zebra inside the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve. Very pleasant drive away, from here the marvels of Cape Point are just a short. Stands proudly, the famous navy dog, you can also go to the 100 year old Jubilee Square where the statue of Just Nuisance. As well as the firing guns at Lower North Battery which are still in use, there are lovely old buildings and great naval vessels to see. Simon's Town is where the country's naval base is located and offers a quaint Mediterranean vibe. And Simon's Town are located, kalk Bay, the far south is located along a narrow Peninsula and this is where the historical and seaside towns of Muizenberg. East or west, moving away from the city center you have a choice of going north or south.

Untouched natural beauty, if you want to travel along the West Coast of the Cape you will move into the cooler Atlantic Ocean side where the small fishermen type villages still preside with white washed walls and wonderful. You should also visit very tip of Africa at Cape Agulhas. Along the East Coast you can get to amazing town of Hermanus where the annual Whale Festival is held and the Southern Right Whale migration and breeding is best seen. With their own unique histories, like those in Franschhoek and Stellenbosch, from here you can move eastward to include other wine areas that make up the longest wine route in the world. And the historical winelands town of Paarl, the Belville Veladrome, monkey Town, tygerburg Zoo, if you travel northwards from Cape Town you will get into the hotter northern suburbs and find great places like Durbanville with great wine farms.