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<p>In their captivating YouTube video, the Neverending Tourists take us on a visual journey through the wonders of Cape Town and the Western Cape. From the majestic Table Mountain standing tall against the horizon to the vibrant streets of the city, each frame is a testament to the enchantment that awaits you.</p> <p>Venture beyond the city limits and discover the untamed beauty of the Western Cape. Take a scenic drive along the Cape Peninsula, where rugged cliffs meet the endless expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. Pause at Cape Point, where the mighty waves crash against the shore, and breathe in the salty sea air.</p> <p>For the adventure seekers, the Western Cape offers a playground like no other. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of False Bay, where curious seals playfully dart around you. Or embark on a once-in-a-lifetime cage diving experience, coming face to face with the ocean's most feared predator, the great white shark.</p> <p>But Cape Town isn't just for thrill-seekers; it's a haven for foodies, wine lovers, art enthusiasts, and history buffs alike. Indulge in a culinary journey through the city's diverse gastronomic scene, where every bite tells a story of tradition and innovation.</p> <p>Cape Town and the Western Cape are more than just a place; they're an invitation to experience life in all its richness. So pack your bags, leave your worries behind, and let the magic of this extraordinary destination captivate your heart. The adventure of a lifetime awaits, and the Neverending Tourists are proof that once you've experienced Cape Town, you'll carry a piece of it with you forever.</p> <p>Watch the full video <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3MOSipVGAEg#msdynttrid=T1HbmJC7CLpP3_21Vqs97FDHXoBjCkVr3iqat1xDCFE">here</a></p>

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<p>Read the digital version of the magazine <a href="https://issuu.com/wendymaritz/docs/issuu_generic_smaller_5db1af4f98940d">here</a>: </p> <p><em>(SHORE BREAK article on page 34 - 39)</em></p>

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<p><a href="https://insideguide.co.za/cape-town/beach-villas/">15 Best Beach Villas in the Cape 2020</a></p> <p>Where Clifton<br />Distance from CT 15 minutes<br />Sleeps 10<br />Designed by award-winning architects, this shore-hugging escape is reminiscent of a tropical seaside paradise, with lashings of style and luxury. A few steps from your dreamy deck and you’re on the accolade-accruing Clifton 4th beach, where dips in the sea, lazy afternoon lounging, and morning runs on the sand beckon – the answer to every beach-lover’s dream.<br />Features</p> <p>three en-suite bedrooms<br />fully equipped open-plan lounge<br />state-of-the-art kitchen<br />dining area seating 10<br />fully-stocked bar<br />downstairs media room with old-school vinyls (which doubles as a teenager’s sleeping pod with 2 double beds and an en-suite shower and kitchenette)<br />large undercover deck<br />large heated pool (with spa jets)<br />sun loungers<br />hammocks<br />day mattresses<br />braai area<br />outdoor heated shower<br />private garden<br />private front lawn<br />lock-up garage<br />Good to know There’s a full cleaning service from Monday to Sunday, and a full continental breakfast and butler service can be arranged on request.<br />Child friendly? Yes, however there are child-safety issues (such as steps and an exposed pool with a mechanical cover) so children under the age of 6 require parental supervision.<br />Pet friendly? No<br />Cost R18 500 per night for the house (depending on season)</p>

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<p><a href="https://insideguide.co.za/cape-town/best-villas/">The 20 Best Villas to Rent in Cape Town (+ The Winelands) 2020</a></p> <p>Designed by award-winning architects, this shore-hugging escape is reminiscent of a tropical seaside paradise (think St Barts, North Island in the Seychelles, and Soneva Fushi in the Maldives) with lashings of style and luxury. A few steps off your dreamy deck and you’re on the accolade-accruing Clifton 4th beach, where dips in the sea, lazy afternoon lounging, and morning runs on the sand call your name – the answer to every beach-lover’s dream. There’s even a surfboard and wetsuits…<br />The Setting Seaside<br />Lie of the land The sea-facing, three-storey villa offers three bedrooms, a fully equipped open-plan lounge, state-of-the-art kitchen and a dining area seating 10 (perfect for dinner parties), a bar, and downstairs media room filled with the best old-school vinyls for sunset spinning sessions (which doubles as a teenager’s sleeping pod with 2 double beds and an en-suite shower and kitchenette).<br />Outside, the large undercover deck boasts a large heated pool (with spa jets), sun loungers, hammocks and day mattresses, a braai area, outdoor heated shower, and a plush private garden. There’s also a private front lawn for sundowners and a braai, with uninterrupted views of the beach. You also have the private use of a lock-up garage (which is gold dust in season!)<br />Luxe cred There’s a full cleaning service from Monday to Sunday, and a full continental breakfast and butler service can be arranged on request.<br />Child friendly? Yes, however there are child-safety issues (such as steps and an exposed pool with a mechanical cover) so they need to be over a certain age.<br />Pet friendly? No<br />Cost From R14 500 per night (depending on season)</p>

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<p>“Alice opened the door and found that it led into a small passage.” And that passage let straight to paradise, if there ever was one in Cape Town, then Bungalow 52 in Clifton is it.</p> <p>Around the time Lewis Carroll wrote Alice’s Adventures in Wonderlandover in Great Britain, something more tangible – but equally as magical – was brewing right here at the tip of Africa. Clifton Beach was becoming a wonderland of its own because of its breathtaking beauty and positioning. History tells us that a shoemaker took advantage of the route to fix traders’ shoes during their arduous journey from the coast to the interior. Over the years, holidaymakers slowly descended on the coast to secure homes, and later moved here permanently, enchanted by its beauty and promise.</p> <p>Clifton 4th beach.<br />Like Alice who followed the white rabbit down the hole, you’d be forgiven for wondering where the paths may lead from the top of Victoria Road. But once you reach the Clifton 4th Beach Promenade, you begin to realise why so many before us fell in love with this piece of the earth.</p> <p>The absence of wind is a game-changer for anyone who has ever swallowed beach sand or spoiled an ice cream. We could do with less wind in Cape Town and Clifton is blessed to be hugged tighter by its coastline. There’s a stillness that allows the mind and eyes to wander and wonder at the beauty before you. But the white rabbit hasn’t stopped moving, there was more walking to do – to Bungalow 52 – a place best described as where the soul meets the sea, and where the saying “life’s a beach” could easily have been referring to.</p> <p>Bungalow 52 is a place where the soul meets the sea.<br />It is quite simply one of the best places to spend time with the people you love. Bungalow 52 is the beach villa straight out of Wonderland, especially when the sun begins to set or rise, or anytime in between. I counted exactly 17 steps to Clifton 4th beach from the front door. In 17 steps you could be on a world-class beach, with the mountain behind you and at least 7 shades of blue before you.</p> <p>The most amount of stress encountered over the weekend was deciding whether to stay in the villa, with every creature comfort you could possibly indulge in, or walk 17 steps to the beach. Tough life, I know!</p> <p>The lounge, dining and kitchen area are designed in an open flow plan that sweep out onto the balcony with unmatchable views of Clifton. To say that this is prime positioning is an understatement. From here you can laze on the deck chairs, swim in the pool or sunbathe on a lounger – choices, choices!</p> <p>The lounge, kitchen and dining area are open plan.<br />It even has a surfboard and a Technics 1200 with Rodriguez’s Cold Fact album ready for you to hit play. The kids have plenty to do, from swimming in the pool to somersaulting in the underground entertainment room, fully kitted out with a TV, bathroom, kitchenette and unlimited wifi. Best of all is the view of the pool from the entertainment room, no detail is too much and everything is exquisite.</p> <p>The entertainment room shares a view of the pool.<br /> </p> <p>Lest we forget, this is Wonderland after all. The Egyptian cotton on king size beds was too irresistible to not stretch out like royalty. The bungalow sleeps 6 comfortably and draws inspiration from the island paradises of St Barts and the Maldives, with playful colours, imaginative décor and three levels in which to space out on.</p> <p>King size beds was too irresistible to not stretch on out like royalty.<br />Wonderland is all about unconventional spaces and unthinkable experiences, and this is how to best describe Bungalow 52. The artwork, the ornaments and the pops of imaginative decor pieces scattered around the house are so unusual and enchanting, you can’t help but talk about it. A multi-eyed green monster became symbolic of our very unusual stay in Clifton. It was child-like but also all-seeing, it was intense yet playful – much like our time there.</p> <p>Quirky ornaments add life to the bungalow.<br />“It’s no use going back to yesterday because I was a different person then,” Alice said to the caterpillar – and me to myself – while letting the ultra-soothing rain shower heal me from the outside in. Attention to detail is what makes a stay unforgettable, and here they have considered your every pleasure. Le Creuset cookware, custom-designed plates, platters and other crockery – mattresses that feel like your soul is being hugged and showers that do that too. At every turn there is a wow element, and how many places have you stayed at that can boast this?</p> <p>The green-eyed monster.<br />Bungalow 52 taps into your heart and leaves an impression that is impossible to forget. Knowing that such a place exists is life-changing. Realising that it can’t be yours forever is heartbreaking, but you’re grateful for the experience nevertheless.</p> <p>“We’re all mad here,” the Cheshire Cat said to Alice. It’s relevant, because here in the heart of Clifton, where the wind seldom blows and the beach is never imperfect, you’ll be forgiven for thinking you’ve gone crazy. That this can’t be real. But here, at the “love shack” as it is aptly nicknamed, bonds are created, emotions are heightened and the joy of life is amplified.</p> <p>“Yes, you’re mad, bonkers, off the top of your head,” said Alice, “…but…I’ll tell you a secret. All the best people are.”</p> <p>Contact: +27 76 198 0234<br />Email: enquiries@wonderlandvillas.com<br />Website: Bungalow52.co.za </p> <p>Article written by Nidha Narrandes<br /><br /> <br /> See the article <a href="https://www.capetownetc.com/travel/soothe-your-soul-at-bungalow-52/">here. </a></p> <p> </p>

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