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We have visited Cape Town many times, what a great city and surrounding areas. Last time there we simply Googled Viator Cale Town and saw many advertised trips. We booked the Cape Peninsular and Boulders Beach penguins full day tour and had a great time. You will see many tours via Viator, have a look and see the reviews then decide which is best for you. Table Mountain is weather dependant but if you choose a decent day it will be well worth it for the views of CT, Camps Bay etc. The Waterfront area is a safe place with many shops and restaurants and a so where your visit to Robben Island starts. We found a great restaurant next door to the famous Mount Nelson hotel called ‘Nelsons Eye’ which serves great steaks ! Stellenbosch and the wine tram are also worth a visit. Stellenbosch is a lovely town to wander around with great shops for souvenirs. Enjoy your stay.

My brother travelled from Boston to Dubai on US passport and simply obtained his 30 day visa at Dubai airport ( no fee ) I take various meds and we have travelled many times to Dubai and have never been stopped at customs, however, I have always taken my medication in the correct packages and also with a prescription from my doctor to show what I am taking. You can go to the UAE website to check exactly what medication you can and can’t bring into the UAE.

We will be ending our cruise ( Athens to Dubai ) in November. Our trip includes for a 2 night post cruise stay at the Dusit2 hotel which is in the area close to the Burj Khalifa Tower and mall. It is not near a beach so may not be what you are looking for. We are extending our stay for 5 nights and we have booked to stay at The Rixos Palms hotel which is all inclusive. This hotel has its own beach area. Perhaps you should consider staying in the Marina area which has many restaurants / shops etc and easy access to the Metro system. JA Ocean View is in the Marina area ( just one of many ) and has access to the beach which might suit you. Good luck.