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Getting Here and Around
The best way to explore this area is by renting a car and braving the Cape's highways and byways. Be aware that drunken walking is a real hazard in wine-growing areas, and you need to keep a sharp eye out for staggering pedestrians, especially over the weekends.
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Travel Deals in The Western Cape
- Cape Town Central Savings! Book at Taj Cape Town Fr $161+/Nt Save with Expedia, $28/night less
- Cape Town Central Savings! Book 3 Nts in May Fr $55+/Nt Expedia
- 4-Star Cape Town Central Sale! 4 Nts + Air Fr $2050 Expedia
- Hot Deal on a 9 Nt Cruise! Royal Caribbean International Fr $659 Expedia
- Protea Breakwater Lodge in May: $107 & Up — $107 Save with Expedia, $35/night less
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