We made it! After we said our good-byes at the airport on Tuesday, December 28th, we took an 8 hour flight to London. The flight went smoothly and we landed in London around 10 a.m. A few of us shopped around in the terminals while the rest of us journeyed out to explore London. We took a bus tour and stopped to eat before heading back to the airport for a 12 hour flight to Cape Town. The plane was dark and we slept a little better but we were still tired when we landed this morning at 11 a.m.
When we arrived, we unpacked and took a quick tour around the neighborhood to see where we would be staying for the next 3 weeks. After the tour we went down the street to Ivy's Kitchen for a traditional South African Braai (similar to a barbecue) and ate outside in the 80 degree weather in our shorts and tank tops!
Our next stop was the beach. We all hopped in a van and drove around Table Mountain and down a winding road with incredible scenery! There were gorgeous houses and palm trees all the way down to the white sandy beaches and clear water. Unfortunately, it was extremely windy so we didn't stay too long but we were able to enjoy it for a little. Our driver took us on Long Street on the way back to the house which is one of the oldest streets in Cape Town, famous for its night life. Back at the house we were finally able to shower and clean up after a few days of traveling. Dinner was at a restaurant down the street and the food and dessert was awesome! After a few hours eating and telling stories at the table, we called it a night.
Most of us had the opportunity to set up our internet this past hour and were able to talk to family. It is time for bed and we can't wait to finally lay down! Tomorrow we will take a tour of a township and a few more outings that Jan has planned.
Good night from Cape Town!
Maggie
