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Where is one of the first places you take your international friends to show them a good time in Cape Town… The V&A Waterfront. From quaint fishing boats to million dollar cruise liners, the shopping too ranges from waterfront markets to millionaires row. With breathe taking views, the sea breeze, shopping and fine food, what better place to explore indoors and out. I’m sure everyone has a favourite V&A Waterfront experience.
Share your favourite V&A Waterfront experience here and stand the chance of winning 3 experiences of a life time with the V&A Waterfront.
Choose from:
For the Wild at Heart-Take to the skies in the legendary Huey helicopter with three of your friends. Wind down with a whisky tasting followed by a German evening at Paulaner Bräuhaus.
Look the Part-Spend your shopping vouchers on the perfect look for you and your partner before enjoying a sunset cruise with the Waterfront Boat Company and then dinner at The Grand Café & Beach.
Shiver me Timbers-Give the little ones an experience they will never forget. Start at Toy Kingdom to spend vouchers on a shopping spree, then take to the high seas onboard the Jolly Roger and end the day off with a movie.
Living History-Get the thrill of a lifetime with a helicopter flip for two with NAC Helicopters from the V&A Waterfront to Robben Island, a picnic on the beach catered for by Balducci’s and a guided private tour of Madiba’s cell.
One Night Only-Invite seven of your friends for pre-dinner drinks at the Time Ball Tower followed by a dinner catered for by Primi Wharf in the secret V&A Waterfront tunnel. End the evening with an overnight stay for two at one of our popular hotels
Dine Amongst the Stars-Bring a partner, book in at the One&Only and then take a Water Taxi to the harbour where you will embark on a private sunset cruise by Classic Cape Charters, complete with sparkling wine. Afterwards it’s back to the One&Only for an elegant dinner, an overnight stay and breakfast in the morning
Live the High Life-Enjoy two nights in a Marina apartment for yourself and a partner and get treated to champagne, flowers, chocolates and pamper surprise compliments of Woolworths, a spa-treatment by Elements as well as a sumptuous breakfast in the morning.
Private Screening -Choose between 3 classic movies and invite 11 friends to the elegant Alba Lounge for a private screening with popcorn and cocktails. Before the movie, go downstairs for an authentic Italian dinner at the well-known Hildebrand Restaurant.
I’m not sure how I would choose, man they’ve made an irresistible selection…all I can share is some of my favourite places to visit at the V&A Waterfront. Before sitting in the sun and admiring the beautiful views over drinks with friends, I’d pop into Sunglass Hut to browse their incredible selection of styles, brands and exclusive ranges of sunglasses.
To pamper and indulge pop into Crabtree & Evelyn and experience luxurious hand creams and body butters, Crabtree & Evelyn is a must! Their Hand Care Rituals are not to be over looked.
I never turn past the V&A Waterfront without popping into Woolworths to browse their gorgeous ranges of shoes, bags and fabulous fashion. Try a 30 Min Express Facial at Sisley or perfect your browse at Benefit. I love this one stop shop, for a coffee on the go to purchasing that faveourite fragrance, it’s bound to have what you’re looking for.
If not within Woolworths, I always turn past the Country Road and Trenery Store. It has to be my ultimate sale visit, admire space and there has been one too many purchases hidden from the husband here.
Support local talent and visit The Fringe Arts POP-UP shop. Encouraged by national and internationalist trend analysts who collectively predict the trend of living local and a demand for locals goods, Louw and Bos wanted to focus exclusively on local art and design, intending to show South Africa’s creative edge and its ability to compete internationally in the art and design market. You Can find it: Address: shop 6 & 7 Alfred Mall, V & A Hotel, V & A Waterfront.
After a long day shopping, carring shopping bags and being on your feet can take its toll, trust me I know, I’m a stylist. There is always The One&Only Spa just round the corner to relax and unwind. Experience their current special of a 90 min Relax and Unwind Package including full body scrub, massage and facial. Sheer bliss for R850.Going out for a night under the stars, wining and dining on the docks, get your hair done at Wayne Gates (Try the Miracle Mist treatment for softer than soft hair) or the fabulous Shelene (when she is in CT) for a fashionable new cut and colour.
To round off the perfect pamper, pop into Bastien Gonzalez Studio and get pretty nails treated and polished to perfection.
So, shop, pamper, appreciate our mother city and enjoy sharing in the V&A Waterfront. Go and ENTER, there really is something for everyone.