CAPE TOWN, DAY 1
Arriving into my favourite city. I flew Business Class to Cape Town, which I rarely do. It was an insane experience, and I felt so fresh after a red eye!
IT HAD BEEN 10 YEARS SINCE I WAS LAST HERE
Generally I’m a lot more organised but arriving in Cape Town I haven’t a hostel booked. It wasn’t out of laziness more do to with there being so much choice and the fact I am slightly indecisive.
WHERE IS CAPE TOWN?
Cape Town
B.I.G. BACKPACKERS
B.I.G Backpackers in Green Point was the right choice. The boutique style creates a community vibe, unlike large soulless hostels.
CAN’T BE TRUSTED
Another benefit was it wasn’t a party hostel, which I appreciate, but it still encourages socializing. I can’t be trusted in a party hostel to make it back to my bed and be up for a tour at the crack of dawn so this place suited me perfectly!
TICKS ALL THE BOXES
The hostel is one of the cleanest I have stayed at. It offers a great breakfast, a tour desk, 24hr security, and friendly staff.
If you’re heading to Cape Town, stay at BIG. If not, I still recommend the Green Point area. Cape Town city centre is not appealing. Green Point is more convenient than downtown.
V&A WATERFRONT
Ruban, my roommate, moved to BIG from the city centre because it was too much of a bad influence! There is so much to experience in Cape Town, no time should be wasted lying in bed hungover.
With no time for activities, I took a quick trip to check out the V&A Waterfront. It’s one of the most impressive retail centres I’ve seen, with shops, restaurants, and real estate around a marina. With Table Mountain as a backdrop!
NEXT UP
Morning hike up to Table Mountain! Click to read.
SAFE TRAVELS, DS x
118/229, Revisit
This is episode 1 of The Southern Africa Series, click here to explore.
To watch the video of my trip, head to my highlights on my Instagram.
