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Torres del Paine is among the biggest of Chiles national parks, occupying almost 600,000 acres (242,000 ha) of land in the south on the border with Argentina. It is also among the most important, receiving a significant proportion of domes Like any American, traveling occasionally is just what I love doing and I bet you share the same stuff with me. But traveling does not mean that you would be safe. Escaping from our job and other stressful activities is just something that w
An obvious time to visitthe West Coast is in spring when the barren landscape transforms into a magiccarpet of colour. The Namaqualand daisies are famous worldwide for their beautyand splendour and a tour from Cape Town to Springbok will make you feel likeyou have taken a magic carpet ride to a fairytale land with millions of daisiesstretching as far as the eye can see.The coast is dotted withquaint fishing villages including Paternoster, Saldanha and Lambert Bay, wherethe local fishermen make a living out of the ocean. These villages are wellworth a visit and if you have the palate, you can try the local delicacy,bokkoms, which is fish biltong or dried and salted fish. If you dont mind theicy cold water, dress up in your diving suit and try your hand at catching yourown crayfish. Remember that you will need a permit and its best to check withthe locals where the best and safest spots are.The most popular town onthe West Coast is Langebaan, an idyllic little seaside town about an hoursdrive outside of Cape Town. This village is popular for its lagoon, watersports, golf course, restaurants and stunning accommodation. Die Strandloper inLangebaan is a unique restaurant on the beach and is famous for its fresh anddelectable seafood and the experience rather than the eating.Inland you will find thecharming little village of Darling tucked away between vineyards and wheatfields. Victorian homes and old trees made an idyllic setting and it istraditionally known as the home of well-known satirist Peter-Dirk Uys. Histheatre, Evita se Perron, is a cabaret venue and restaurant and is named afterhis alter ego, Evita Bezuidenhout.The Cederberg regionincludes Clanwilliam, Citrusdal and the spectacular Cederberg mountain rangeand is popular for its world class climbing and hiking and is home to historicbushmen paintings. The solitude and breathtaking natural beauty of the area is captivating.Further up the WestCoast you will come across isolated places that escape the tourism brochures.One such place is Noup about 6 hours drive from Cape Town. The divers cottagesoverlooking the Atlantic provide memorable sunsets and a magical stay.Crayfishing, hidden surf spots, 4x4ing and shipwreck tours are a few of theactivities that you can engage in with locals.The West Coast is placeof magic and instills a sense of belonging. Once you have been there, you willforever wonder around with the longing to return.
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