Originally Posted by Maykita (Post 21268263)

I was there last August and did not run into any machine fees. But if your card is Visa branded, they will charge a percentage for foreign exchange.

Originally Posted by Cheetah_SA (Post 21236975)

I guess "fun" is defined very differently for different folks so it is difficult to suggest activities. I always recommend the National Botanic Gardens at Kirstenbosch which also offer great views and are beautiful, expansive and interesting.

But tbh at my stage of life my idea of a blissful visit would be to stay in the winelands and do walks and eat in fabulous restaurants in gorgeous settings. Drive to neighbouring towns over scenic mountain passes and enjoy the glorious setting.

Do day trips into Cape Town if you like (say to visit Robben Island or the museums) rather than the other way around.

Originally Posted by Maykita (Post 21268263)

I was there last August and did not run into any machine fees. But if your card is Visa branded, they will charge a percentage for foreign exchange.

Originally Posted by beckoa (Post 21268795)

Thanks for the update. Did they have a reasonable number of them? Sounds like Petrol Stations are cash only (or a special card)

Originally Posted by beckoa (Post 21268795)

Thanks for the update. Did they have a reasonable number of them? Sounds like Petrol Stations are cash only (or a special card)

Originally Posted by ft101 (Post 21331644)

Another question:

I'm about to arrange Emirates Chauffeur Drive service to get me back to the airport for my return flight. Google Maps shows it as 25km (15 miles) and approx 25 minutes from Camps Bay where I'm staying. What extra if any should I allow for traffic if I have a scheduled departure time of 18:00 on a Saturday?