Cape Town has become the first city in Africa to feature in the National Geographic Traveler Magazine’s Places of a Lifetime website.
The ‘Mother City’ was added to the list of the world’s most iconic cities earlier this month, with National Geographic declaring Cape Town to be a top tourism destination, and one that every curious traveller should visit in their lifetime.
The Places of a Lifetime website was first launched in 1999 showcasing 50 of the world’s top destinations. The current series features 40 cities from around the world, including New York, Venice and Tokyo, with more cities to be added in the future.
The website is considered to be a trusted and influential source of travel information, attracting online coverage of 600 000 visits per week.
The Places of a Lifetime website carries personal essays on each destination featured, as well as service information such as insiders' tips on the great activities and the best places to stay,eat and be entertained.
The section on Cape Town includes recommendations on everything from Cape Town’s nightlife and festivals to walking tours, language tips and even a recipe for Cape Brandy Pudding.
The site also features a WorldWise Quiz on Cape Town where users can test their knowledge of the city.
The ‘Mother City’ was added to the list of the world’s most iconic cities earlier this month, with National Geographic declaring Cape Town to be a top tourism destination, and one that every curious traveller should visit in their lifetime.
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