Western Cape Article - South African Vacations

ATHLONEThis mainly Muslim area is one of the oldest suburbs in Cape Town. The sounds of theinformal traders who make their living selling wares on the street give Athlone a distinctiveand colourful character.ADVENTURE AND SPORTAthlone Stadium: The stadium hostsweekly soccer matches during thesoccer season.CULTURE / COMMUNITY TOURISMPeople who are interested in meetingpeople of different culturalbackgrounds often visit the clubs,restaurants and cinemas in Athlone.CAMPS BAYThis charming coastal suburb lies along the Atlantic Ocean and is framed by the TwelveApostles Mountain Range. It was named after a retired sailor, Friedrich von Kamptz, whosettled in the area in 1778. The palm-lined beachfront with its many restaurants and coffeeshops has a permanent holiday atmosphere.Further along the coastal road thegrand profiles of the TwelveApostles (Table Mountain’swestern buttresses) can be seenjutting out like the prows ofancient ships.ADVENTURE AND SPORTBeaches: Camps Bay andClifton’s world-renowned beachesare favoured by high society sunlovers.Camps Bay Beach with itslong white stretch of sand, palmtrees, tidal pool and braai(barbecue) area is popular forfamily activities. The surf is strong and there is no lifeguard but a rescue helicopter fliesregular patrols. Since the beach is not protected from the wind, it is not suitable for paddleskiersor surfers. To reach the beach, follow Victoria Road from Sea Point past Clifton.Hiking: Experience the natural beauty of the area by following the Pipe Track, a walk thatstarts at Kloofnek.54