Holding your breath as a great white passes in front of you is a sharp thrill rarely matched outside a steel cage submerged in South African waters. And, Cape Town, and some nearby coastline, is THE place to make your super predator dreams come true. Even if you don’t get in the water, watching the chunky shadows snake up the chum trail gets your heart beating faster than you thought possible.
Bohemian to its core and a mecca for both beer lovers and architecture geeks, Prague is steeped in history, yet remains an incredibly modern city. There’s everything from ancient castles to chic bars within the city limits, as well as all the amenities you’d expect from a thriving metropolitan centre. Getting from A to B in the city is a breeze, as it has one of the expansive and reliable public transport networks in Europe, even with the historic centre of the city being a UNESCO World Heritage site.
No doubt about it, Venice is a photographer’s dream. Striking architecture, gorgeous canal vistas and street scenes featuring sealegged locals – the city has postcard-worthy views at almost every turn. But where are the real gems? The places you can capture the most incredible images without fighting thirty other tourists for the same spot? You’ve done the Bridge of Sighs and the multicoloured buildings of Burano – now it’s time for some insider knowledge, and we’re here to help. Whether you’re a pro or snapping your masterpieces from your phone, here’s where to find the very best photography spots in Venice.
No doubt about it, Venice is a photographer’s dream. Striking architecture, gorgeous canal vistas and street scenes featuring sealegged locals – the city has postcard-worthy views at almost every turn. But where are the real gems? The places you can capture the most incredible images without fighting thirty other tourists for the same spot? You’ve done the Bridge of Sighs and the multicoloured buildings of Burano – now it’s time for some insider knowledge, and we’re here to help. Whether you’re a pro or snapping your masterpieces from your phone, here’s where to find the very best photography spots in Venice.
No doubt about it, Venice is a photographer’s dream. Striking architecture, gorgeous canal vistas and street scenes featuring sealegged locals – the city has postcard-worthy views at almost every turn. But where are the real gems? The places you can capture the most incredible images without fighting thirty other tourists for the same spot? You’ve done the Bridge of Sighs and the multicoloured buildings of Burano – now it’s time for some insider knowledge, and we’re here to help. Whether you’re a pro or snapping your masterpieces from your phone, here’s where to find the very best photography spots in Venice.
No doubt about it, Venice is a photographer’s dream. Striking architecture, gorgeous canal vistas and street scenes featuring sealegged locals – the city has postcard-worthy views at almost every turn. But where are the real gems? The places you can capture the most incredible images without fighting thirty other tourists for the same spot? You’ve done the Bridge of Sighs and the multicoloured buildings of Burano – now it’s time for some insider knowledge, and we’re here to help. Whether you’re a pro or snapping your masterpieces from your phone, here’s where to find the very best photography spots in Venice.
Before you even land in Cape Town, you’ll be overwhelmed with wine tasting options. The land surrounding the city is awash with vines – and some very high-spec cellars, estates and restaurants just waiting to pair their crisp whites and bold reds with seasonal menus. And, well, you really should take them up on their offerings. Book a tasting session, reserve a table or pop yourself on a tour. If you love your wines, you’ll love Cape Town.
Before you set your sights on some of Cape Town’s restaurants, it pays to know just how lavishly you can splash out. In this city, even the fanciest eateries are within your wallet’s reach. Dining out is a national pastime – with many South African’s finding it cheaper to pop out to eat – in the mid-price/cheap eats end of the scale, rather than cook at home. Sound good? You bet. Portions are plentiful, but we’ve got a tip for you about that. Ingredients are high quality and, though you’ll want to track down some South African favourites, the sushi in this city is fresh and innovative. We’re tempted to say you’ll not eat a bad meal in Cape Town.
South African’s take their fitness very seriously. Gym sessions, hiking, climbing, running, Crossfit – they’re all on offer in Cape Town. But before you start to sweat over pricey gym memberships, we’ve found a whole host of affordable options for your stay.
Few cities in the world are as awash with opportunities for adventure as Cape Town. Offshore waters are shark-filled, the seals are always up for a scamper in the kelp with you and you’re not short on mountainous peaks to conquer, clamber on or jump off. And we haven’t even talked about the views from above. Paragliding and skydiving trips in Cape Town come fully loaded with some of the best views you’ll find. And, on your flight to the floor, you may notice some vast, pristine and tempting sand dunes. Of course, there’s adventure to be found there too. Board, sled, quad or dune buggy your way through them. Your method of transport doesn’t matter – just get there.
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