July 21, 2025
Yes, Cape Town has mountains, beautiful weather and an abundance of natural beauty, but those aren’t the only reasons why tourists continue to flock to the city at the foot of Table Mountain.
The Mother City was recently honoured as ‘Africa’s Leading City Destination’ at the World Travel Awards. This marks the fourth year in a row Cape Town has earned the title. So, why does Cape Town continue to win accolade after accolade?
We’ll give you five reasons why.
Cape Town is home to some of the world’s leading hotels. And finally, the tourism sector is noticing the hard work that goes into keeping clients happy.
A case in point was Hotel Verde receiving the honour of ‘Africa’s Leading Green Hotel.’ General Manager Caron van Rooyen said the win showcased the high benchmark in Cape Town’s hospitality industry.
The Belmond Mount Nelson is another hotel that sets the bar high. The five-star establishment is a glamorous flashback to Cape Town’s bygone era.
The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) is a premier events destination for delegates from around the globe.
This year, it claimed the prestigious titles of Best African Events Destination and International MICE Destination at the Eventex Awards. The CTICC has been in operation for two decades and continues to set itself apart thanks to its service excellence.
Foodies continue to flop to South African shores to experience Cape Town’s diverse gourmet offerings.
So it came as no surprise when the Mother City clinched the Best City in the World for Food in the 2024 Conde Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards. The city scored an impressive 95.65 in the 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards.
The city’s foodie scene has for years been a source of inspiration for local and international chefs. Even British celebrity chef Jamie Oliver was amazed at the different cuisines on offer during a recent visit to South Africa.
The unique and culturally diverse landscape makes Cape Town the opportune place to experience Cape Malay comfort food and modern fusion cuisine interspersed with traditional fare.
At least eight Cape Town beaches were awarded Blue Flag status this year.
The Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA) sets strict requirements for beaches to receive blue flag status. Beaches must comply with laws and regulations related to coastal zone planning, wastewater management, and environmental education and conservation.
The 2024 Blue Flag beaches in Cape Town include Clifton 4th Beach, Camps Bay, Llandudno, Muizenberg, Fishhoek and Bikini Beach.
Cape Town International Airport is one of the best in the world. This year it was voted the best in Africa for the ninth consecutive year.
The airport has also won the prestigious Airport Experience Award. According to Airports Company South Africa (Acsa), the award marks a turning point for Cape Town International. The Airport Experience Award recognises airports that prioritise creating a positive and supportive environment for their employees.
“For CTIA, these initiatives have not only created a remarkable work culture but have also elevated the passenger experience, showcasing the airport as an embodiment of South African hospitality,” said Acsa.
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