I guess the best way to describe Cape Town is WOW!! It is so nice, clean, upscale, beautiful beaches, majestic mountains, etc. We’re having perfect weather which sure helps as well. The sail-in was gorgeous, one of the nicest cities to sail into. We even had the friendliest humpback whales and seals right next to the ship for a special greeting. It’s so convenient being able to just walk off the ship and be right in the Waterfront area where there is shopping, restaurants, nice hotels etc. This is a very “happening” area of Cape Town. We’re docked adjacent to Table Bay hotel for those familiar with Cape Town.

Last night there was a cocktail party for all the Gold, Platinum, and Titanium members onboard (basically this is the entire ship) at a beautiful hotel called Hotel Mount Nelson. This is an old hotel that seems right out of The Great Gatsby.The hotel and grounds were magnificent. There were local musicians playing during the party…nice touch! We stayed after the cocktail party and ate dinner there with friends. Today we did the Hop on and off bus which is a great way to get a good overview of the city. We rode the cable to the top of Table Mountain and lucked into clear weather for the great views. We just came back to the ship and discovered 6 seals sleeping on the dock right next to the ship. Some like the sun, some like the shade. They seem so familiar with humans.

Today ended segment 1. Almost 200 people got off… many old friends we had sailed with before as well as new friends we had made that we’ll miss so much. The new Segment 2 passengers are now onboard and once again, the ship is full.

Tomorrow we leave at 5:45am (ugh) for our safari to Mateya. We’re so excited about this. Our guide is coming onboard this evening to meet everyone and answer any questions. We are really looking forward to our first safari….a preempt to ROAR 2 :banana:

Here are a few pictures of Cape Town. I’ll check in again when we return to the ship in Richards Bay in several days.

Sailing In was Beautiful!

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The ship is docked here at Waterfront, nice view both day and night from our balcony!
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Going up the Cable Car to Table Mountain

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These lazy guys awaited us when we walked back onboard! Some love the warm sun, some are hiding in the shade so look closely.
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