The success of the past two years has exceeded the expectations of the performers, sponsors, volunteers and above all the spectators and people of Cape Town. The city proved their love for a good street party when an estimated 60,000 people from diverse communities descended into the Mother city. Because of this overwhelming support, carnival organisers have had no choice but to move this elaborate celebration of cultures to accommodate the people of Cape Town.

The Carnival parade will take place along the Fanwalk and will start at Chiappini street until York Road, a distance of 1,3km.

10 January to 18 February 2012
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Previews 10, 11, 12 & 13 January at 20:15
Family nights 16 & 17 January at 19:15
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Special performances: Early performance 23 January at 19:15
Valentine’s Day performance on 14 February at 20:15
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Schools performances 24, 30 & 31 January, 1, 6, 7, 8 February at 19:45
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For picnics call the The Picnic Company 021 706 8470 or info@picnics.co.za

JOIN the season’s fun with Cape Town City Ballet dancing Kenneth MacMillan’s world-renowned Solitaire and David Lichine’s quirky Graduation Ball under the sultry summer sky at Maynardville Open-Air Theatre.

Tickets range from R110 to R130

The cream of the crop contestants from the ballet competition, dance along other distinguished international ballet stars at the final and gala performances. Following the enormous popularity of the final evening at the previous competition, an additional gala performance is now added.

Elimination rounds: 28 & 29 February & 1 March 2012 @ 19:00
R40
Finale: 2 March 2012 @ 20:00
R65 | R130 | R180 | R225
Gala: 4 March 2012 @ 15:00
R90 | R190 | R250 | R300

Start warming up those vocal chords and picking your favourite tunes for karaoke night at Long Street Café on Wednesday nights.

Get there early to take advantage of the 4pm-7pm happy hour which knocks R15 off all the cocktails. Plus you can try the fantastic pizzas and burgers that they offer while you gear up for the karaoke which starts at 9pm.

Atlantic Seaboard

• Clifton

Clifton has 4 coves, Clifton 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th beach. Access to the beach is via stairs from the road above.
The beaches are all well sheltered from the wind during summer when the south-easter blows.
Parking is limited, so be sure to get there early!
Clifton 4th is generally the busiest in summer with good changing room and bathroom facilities.
There are kiosks and plenty of vendors offering all kinds of refreshments on the beach.
Deck chairs and umbrellas are available for rent

• Camps Bay

This is a long sandy stetch of beach which is accessed directly from the road.

Parking in summer tends to be a problem, and you may need to park along one of the many sideroads. The beachfront is lined with streetside cafes, shops and restaurants.
Refreshments: there is a grocery store on the beach road, kiosks and vendors also operate on the beach.This beach is very family friendly as it is big with more space for games and sandcastles for children, and the young at heart. Deck chairs and umbrellas are available for rent

• Llandudno Beach

One of the most beautiful beaches and a favourite for sundowners, the houses that hug the steep road down to the beach have breathtaking views. Parking is extremely tight in summer and access to the beach is by a winding pathway. The beach is flanked by rocks on either side leading to smaller coves for those wanting to explore.
This beach is more remote with no shops and sadly poor bathroom facilities. Vendors do operate on the beach for snacks, drinks and ice-creams. Deck chairs and umbrellas are available for rent. Often good surf for surfers and body-boarders

False Bay Beaches

The False Bay coastline is generally quieter and more laid-back than the trendy Atlantic beaches, but in peak-season these beaches too are very busy with holidaymakers. The water in the bay is much warmer and the shallow waters extend quite far making for safe and enjoyable swimming. Lifeguards are on duty at all major beaches and for safety will ask you to swim in designated areas.

• Muizenberg

The sandy beach is extremely long offering plenty of  space for fun and games and facilities are good. Behind the beach you will find a number of cafes as well as a Put-Put Course (miniature golf) and a few waterslides. The far end of the beach is popular with surfers.

• Fish Hoek Beach

Further along the coast towards Cape Point is Fish Hoek Beach a favourite with locals and a popular family beach. The long stretch of sandy beach is ideal for walking as is the walkway at the far end of the beach that wanders past rockpools and offers long views out to sea. There is a play area for children as well as a relaxed beachfront restaurant and take-aways and snacks are also available. Bring your own umbrellas and beach chairs. Good bathroom and changing facilities are available.

• Boulders Beach

For a different sea-side experience, head to Boulders Beach just past Simon’s Town. The beach forms part of a conservation area that is home to the African Penguin and wooden walkways have been constructed to view the penguins in their natural habitat. The beach itself is small and made up of a number of small coves surrounded by large boulders – if you get their early you may be able to claim your own private beach. Watch out though for the changing tides. Great for swimming and exploring – provided you don’t mind coming face-to-face with a penguin or two! An entrance fee is charged and a small shop and restaurant can be found alongside the parking area at the top of the beach.

The Bungalow is the newly revamped La Med, which now goes by the name of The Bungalow Restaurant & Lounge. The brainchild of Paul Kovensky and Chris Coutroulis, and part of the Paranga Group of restaurants, this is La Med’s slightly older,  classier cousin.

The Bungalow is definitely a more upmarket and glamorous hangout spot than its predecessor, but it somehow manages to cater for both the elite and those of us who just want somewhere to relax with a drink and a snack after a beaching session.

Find The Bungalow Restaurant & Lounge at Glen Country Club, 3 Victoria Road, Clifton or visit the website for further information.

www.thebungalow.co.za

Tel: 021 438 5600

Cinderella on Ice will be as athletic, as astounding, as adept, as beautiful and as enchanting as the last two stage musical shows, with all the intrigue of the original story brought to life in a way not seen before in South Africa.

You’ll enjoy delicate finger sandwiches filled with rare roast beef and rocket, smoked salmon, egg mayonnaise or cucumber, and you will surely lose yourself in thought as you savour the delectable dark chocolate cake and heavenly lemon meringue. The freshly-baked scones are traditional favourites, served with clotted cream and preserves, and as a special local treat, enjoy a typical South African milk tart, called ‘melktert’ in Afrikaans.

Sourced from a local supplier, the varied array of leaf and flowering teas are sure to impress. The signature Mount Nelson Tea has been expertly blended from six teas: Darjeeling, Kenya, Assam, Keemun, Yunnan, Ceylon, and rose petals out of their very own garden.

Afternoon tea is served in the lounge, on the terrace or in the estate around the garden fountain daily from 2.30pm to 5.30pm (R165 per person, R85 per child under 12).

A lighter version of afternoon tea is served every morning, and it‘s the perfect setting for an informal business meeting, a get together with friends or simply catching up on precious me-time.

Morning tea is served in the lounge, on the terrace or in the estate around the garden fountain, with tiered stands delivered to the table daily from 9.30am to 12.30pm (R105 per person, R60 per child under 12).

Dress: Smart casual.