Want a fancy hotel experience but you’re on a budget?
Going on holiday is expensive.
Your back pocket is going to take a knock no matter where you decide to go.
In today’s economy going away for an indulgent break is no longer a spontaneous exercise.
You have to plan ahead, which means saving enough money between deciding to go on holiday and actually leaving.
Of course this is possible but, realistically, you need to look for the most cost-effective option when searching for a holiday gem because that’s the smart thing to do.
Often, travelling locally is ideal when you’re truly after a break as opposed to an adventure. Because, let’s face it, there’s very little relaxing happening on a three week trip to a foreign country where you want to explore non-stop and waste no opportunity to take in the sights. So heading out of town is the perfect solution for you if the idea is to take every chance to kick back and relax.
Cape Town is a hotspot for holidaymakers no matter what time of year
Cape Town prevails as a popular destination in South Africa. There’s nothing quite like hitting the coast for the ultimate unwind. And Cape Town offers you a coastline dotted with the most beautiful seaside stays and sights. Cape Town also offers an incredible nightlife and the CBD is one of the most exciting in South Africa. The best part is that if you’re not one to head to a sleepy town then staying in Cape Town’s city centre is as plush and exciting as anywhere else in the Western Cape. At any given point you’re minutes away from some kind of beach. And the likes of the Camps Bay strip can rival almost any beach on the California coastline or even the South of France. The best part is that Cape Town is an awesome place all year round.
You could be in Cape Town with your feet up poolside in a few easy peasy steps
Finding hotel specials in Cape Town isn’t as difficult as it sounds either. Around the festive season, Cape Town is jampacked with tourists and local visitors alike and then, as is with everywhere else, it’s costly to visit the city. But any other time of the year you might find some incredible deals on the go because these hotels need to keep their foot traffic up all year round if possible.
Many who consider visiting the city begin by looking at the popular backpackers or bed and breakfast or even Airbnb. But these are self-catering options and doesn’t it sound like a better idea to have someone cook your meals for you? If you want true luxury, an opportunity to not have to think about anything then a plush and deluxe hotel suite, with the offer of a full breakfast in the morning, is the way to go. Having at least one meal taken care of can save you quite a bit of money in the long run, plus you can even have it in bed.
Save some money with the DIY holiday planning option
Organising your trip by yourself is definitely the best money saving tip. A travel agent requires fees for doing the job for you. However, planning your own holiday takes time and you are going to kick yourself if you don’t make an effort to peruse every single deal and you land up paying more than you should. What’s more, most hotel specials in Cape Town will have sightseeing excursions and activities attached to them. A quick Google search will easily deliver the numerous sites that offer quick bookings and will indicate which are the best specials running currently.
Find all the specials
When looking for things to do in Cape Town, consider finding specials for the must-see sights. Look into climbing Table Mountain, whether by cable car or a hike, and enjoy the incredible views. Visit the museum, take a tour of Robben Island and follow the history of Nelson Mandela. Also, check out the V&A Waterfront and at the same time pay a visit to the aquarium. You can also go shark-cage diving, visit the penguins at Boulders Beach or hit the Atlantic Dunes for sandboarding. But if that all sounds like far too much running around then just hit the hotel pool or nearest beach with a good book and order some room service.