WHAT TO WEAR
01 Leather pumps Dhs247 Converse 02 Denim jacket Dhs1,804 Alexander Wang at netaporter.com 03 Braided backpack Dhs229 Zara 04 Stripe dress Dhs2,920 Gul Hurgel at modaoperandi.com 05 Knitted jumper Dhs1,633 Frame Take note of the weather: May through to August are considered the winter months. If travelling during that time pack jumpers, jackets and scarfs to wrap up.
EAT AT… KLOOF STREET HOUSE
The eclectic decor in this beautiful, eccentric townhouse looks like Gucci creative director Alessandro Michele has been let loose inside. The fairy lights in the garden and delicious comfort food have locals and tourists reserving tables weeks in advance. kloofstreethouse.co.za
MUST SEE… ROBBEN ISLAND MUSEUM
Get a vital dose of history and reality with a visit to the prison where the late Nelson Mandela spent 18 of his 27 years behind bars. A 45-minute ferry ride from the waterfront, ex-prisoners conduct twice-daily tours and will show you Mandela's cell while sharing stories of what life was like as an inmate. Robben-island.org.za
MUST DO… HIKE TABLE MOUNTAIN
Or… get a cable car up to the top to get 360-degree panoramic views of Cape Town and beyond. A top tip: buy cable car tickets online to save queuing. tablemountain.net
ENJOY SUNDOWNERS IN… THE BUNGALOW
A 10-minute walk along the coast from Cape View Clifton takes you to this stunning sunset spot. Enjoy the views without feeling the chill with heaters, blankets and fireplaces. thebungalow.co.za DETAILS: capeviewclifton.co.za | Cape Town, South Africa (+27) 21 438 8748 | reservations@capeviewclifton.co.za