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The Cape Winelands region of South Africa lies in the green farm valleys just North East of Cape Town and has long been known as one of the finest, quality wine producing capitals.

The Cape was originally founded as a refreshment stop and following this trend has become a hub for visitors from all over the world. People looking for a place to relax and unwind, taking in the leisurely air the Cape Winelands exudes. The region is famous for its wine, wine tours and estates, (visiting one is an absolute must) however there is so much more to explore too. The area also boasts a wide variety of other attractions such as, regular events and festivals, fine dining, top class accommodation and internationally recognized health resorts and spas.

Not only are the wines, food and attractions as diverse as the people, culture and landscapes, but the natural splendour and general tranquility of life in the winelands rejuvenates the mind, body and soul.

Whale lands yacht!

24 July 2010 | Posted by Annika Meintjes
Paloma Werner - www.msnbc.msn.com Paloma Werner - www.msnbc.msn.com

"A South African couple was out sailing near the country's infamous Robben Island when a 40-ton whale breached and crash-landed on their yacht.

'We were watching the whale flipping its tail for about half an hour,'said Cape Town Sailing Academy Administrator Paloma Werner, who was enjoying a Sunday sail with her boyfriend and sailing instructor, Ralph Mothes.
'Only that evening did we really think about it, and when we saw the photo (taken by a tourist in a nearby boat) in yesterday's paper did we realize we were lucky to be alive,' Werner said. "

[Source: www.msnbc.msn.com ]

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