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Should You Go Cage Diving With Great White Sharks?

My friends and family know this about me when it comes to sharks: I LOVE THEM. Nurse sharks, black tips, tiger sharks – and especially great whites. Shark Week gets put on my calendar each and every year, and yes, I may or may not even own a shark onesie that I will wear in the middle of August in celebration. For as long as I can remember, I've wanted the chance to get up close and personal with sharks in the wild. I snorkeled with sharks in Belize, and have paddleboarded with them in Florida. But of course the ultimate shark experience is cage diving with great whites. So when I was planning a trip to South Africa for my dad and I and I found out we would have the opportunity to go cage diving in Gansbaai near the famous Shark Alley at Dyer Island, my first reaction was to freak out and nearly explode with giddiness. And then my second reaction was to reluctantly wonder whether I should really do it. I'm not a vegetarian, nor will I completely condemn all zoos in the wo...

Where to Stay in Cape Town (2020 • COOLEST Areas!)

JUMP TO:   In a Hurry?   |   Best Accommodation    |    Neighborhood Guide    |    First Time in Cape Town?   Interested? PIN NOW, read later! Cape Town might just be one of the coolest cities in the world: a place where art, culture, and vibrant nightlife coincide with nature. You have beautiful beaches and a national park at your doorstep, as well as enough restaurants and bars to fill your calendar for months. We’ve created this no-stress guide to Cape Town to help you navigate the city based on your travel style. As awesome as Cape Town is, there are also neighborhoods you want to avoid due to high crime activity. Moreover, this large city is split into two main regions, the Atlantic Seaboard and the City Bowl, and you want to pick the right neighborhood and region of Cape Town based on your travel interests. That’s where we come in. This guide will cover the best neighborhoods in Cape Town and which ones to avoid. No matter what type of traveller you are ...