Don't avoid "touristy" places in Cape Town. They are world-renowned for a reason and you will find just as many locals there as tourists. Capetonians enjoy climbing their mountains, dining at the Waterfront or MOJO market, exploring the many craft and food markets, etc. There are also many great vegetarian restaurants in Cape Town
You don't drive through the townships/informal settlements from the airport in Joburg, but they exist. The economic disparity is huge in Joburg as well. It's just further away from the affluent areas.
Jozi has more wealthy blacks,middle class and working class than Cape Town, that City is economically racist, hence Europeans love it as a holiday destination
Hey Eddie, I see you like vegetarian and pizza. There’s a great pizza place that meshes local SA ingredients with authentic Italian pizza making (the owner is from Italy). They have an insane amount of veggie options. It’s called Lievita in Greenpoint. It’s worth your visit, especially if you go to V&A Waterfront for the art museum and then Robben Island. If ever you’re back in Johannesburg, go to the Apartheid Museum. It’s a life changing experience for visitors to learn about the country’s history.
@pierre2898 they do exist, but not on the scale of CPT. The Genii index has reported the gap in CPT as higher, mainly because people in CPT can't afford accessible housing close to where they work and spend most of their income on transportation. Jhb has loads of decent, more affordable housing spread around the city. And a black middle class that does not exist in CPT.
Bro go to Woolworths it has way better quality products and it’s really not as expensive as people say, they did a study were they bought basic goods from all the big stores in South Africa and Woolworths was one of the cheapest.
Bro. You deserve the success you are having lately. I’ve been with you since your early days in tanzania, and I always thought, "No limit is putting out some great content. Why are the views so low. You kept grinding on and keep pushing.
Welcome Eddie! Thank you for visiting. A few notes: 1. Capetonians are introverts, Joburgers are extroverts. Also you’re in like a sleepy neighbourhood, not exactly the cool place to be 😂 2. Table View is famous for its wind and it’s a world famous kite surfing location because of it. 3. That pizza looked sad AF 🤣 I know exactly what that tastes like and it’s not the one. Try Pizzashed, Ferdinandos or Bacini’s near Lion’s Head. 4. I feel like Spar cakes are what cheap coworkers buy on their birthdays 😂 5. Aquelle is fine but Valpre is the one. 6. Why do you like carrot juice? 7. Take the Gautrain from Joburg airport and you will be saddened by the deep, deep poverty. The highways in Joburg just don’t take you through like CPT does. 8. I just did a video on the cable car so that may help you. Looking forward to seeing more! Hope you had fun! 🎉
Carrot juice is the juice of kings. It taste sweet and is good for your eyes. The pizza reminds me of ones I used to eat growing up. 🤦♂️ Wind is my least favorite "weather"
Yeah a lot of people feel that way. Unlike most people my goal is not to do the touristy things but rather evaluate what it is like to live a regular life in the place.
@nleddie I don't think ppl understand your take or preference when traveling, tourism is not always it but experiencing the local life, food, ect n just living amongst locals n by choice visit wherever 😅n I can tell from your energy that you r enjoying. That's how I prefer it too 😊
The poverty in Cape Town is in your face because it's the first thing you see after landing. Which I appreciate because it addresses the transparency a visitor deserves. You have to pass Nyanga, Manenberg and Langa before your reach the City Centre.
Think u should try muizenburg hotel..and just chill on surfers corner its more diverse group of people. Buy a boerewors roll and watch kids/people surf and just enjoy the ocean vibes
I stay in Bloubergstrand at the beach about 4km from that shopping center you where at, that area you at is called Parklands, there is some areas in Parklands that isnt safe just so you know but if you come down to Bloubergstrand you will enjoy very much
Brother ginger beer is not spicier ginger ale, there's a product called (in 16:38 you see it in the fridge in the red bottle)Schweppes and they have their own ginger ale flavor some other shops have differences
Spar is actually rated the most expensive grocery store in South Africa. I know I always thought Woolworths was expensive, but they do have affordable items.
South Africa is the most unequal country in the world. Some parts of the country showcase grotesque levels of wealth alongside dire poverty. Hopefully, one day there will be less poverty and inequality. That said, South Africa is an amazing country to visit for everyone-whether from the developed or developing world-because it exhibits both, along with our splendid natural beauty and friendly people
I'm a Joburger and visited Cape Town a year ago. We stayed at Observatory. Very nice and Boho. My kind of vibe and we could see the very famous Groote Schuur hospital from our apartment window. Try that next time. And we do Bolt more than Uber in Mzansi.And try the red City Bus...I love how the voice guide tells the true story of how C.T is, especially the land grab from the indigenous people
Hi my Brother enjoy yourself without pleasing anyone, remember some people will be good to you some not,not everyone will be friendly or give you smile, some people are so difficult so don't let anyone to turn you off whether it's joburg or Cape Town, We love you Man keep enjoying yourself without limiting yourself unconditionally, it's your Boy from jozi and Merry Christmas Mr 🎉🎄🎉✨️🪅🎁
@nleddie Johannesburg is too big You ask UBa or Bolt driver in joburg to take you kasi TOWNSHIP like Thokoza"Thembisa and Katlehong to learn more about Black people life in townships, or you can take someone you trust and travel using local Blue Train to show you any TOWNSHIPs Hopefully you're not Hurry you have enough time to explore. There in Cape Town,ask Uba or Bolt driver to show you around not only in famous places you know but unknown places it's safe when you travel with locals
You’re spot on on your analysis of Cape Town. It is a very beautiful city, however the disparities in wealth are right in your face. This is where you find the poorest of the poor living right across dollar millionaires, and it’s a stark reminder of how unequal this country really is. I’m a Jo’burg guy, who has visited Cape Town many times, and I’ve always felt like Cape Town’s racism is just on another level. You’ll get judged a lot, based on the colour of your skin, and I have found that it irks a lot of these racists that Joburgers just know how to put them in their place. We are more open and will talk when something is not right. Apart from that, Cape Town is a real beauty - I’d even go as far as saying the most beautiful coastal city in the world. Unpredictable weather, but an amazing holiday destination!
What you said about the taxis make sense. Better to be safe than sorry. As for the duplicate addresses. Earlier those where separate towns in the earlier years. But the city expanded so smaller towns became larger cities. That why you would find something like that. I've also lived in cities where it used to be one street. But throughout the years they bought out and built something else in the middle of it. So the street would end and then continue somewhere else. Rustenburg comes to mind here.
Hey Eddie, Welcome the South Africa! If you are looking at exploring a few places in South Africa, make a tour through the Garden Route which is about 4 hours away from Cape Town. It starts in the town of Mossel Bay, and ends in Stormsrivier. All of the towns along this route are epic with the most beautiful landscapes. This route will take you through Mossel Bay, George (where I live), Wilderness, Sedgefield, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, and finally Stormsrivier. You can drive the whole Gardenroute in about 4 hours if you don't stop anywhere. If you ever decide to make a stop here, hit me up. Would be my pleasure showing you around.
I am not a Capetonian, but from visiting, I realised that the mountain is almost a character or a person. It is an unescapable presence. There is more than one way to enjoy Table Mountain apart from going up with the Cable Car. There are numerous walks and cycle paths that are used by locals. It gets you out in the open and up close and personal to the natural beauty of the place - and it's probably not going to cost you an arm and a leg.
You're spot on about Cape Town. The energy is not the same as Joburg. It's everyone for himself over there, plus there's lost of discrimination between the different people groups. If you're expecting that open friendly, super energetic Joburg vibe you're going to be disappointed. I would recommend that you enjoy places and nature over there, don't focus too much on the people, they will make your visit unpleasant. Be a tourist this time, for your own sanity...😅😅 I lived in that city for a long time and visit every year, it's beautiful and has a strong San Fransisco vibe, but you're going to experience racism a lot over there. Even from people that are just one shade lighter than you. You must keep it a thousand with your vlogs and reviews, don't sugarcoat anything.
San franscisco is the perfect comparison. You know I am normally not to concern about the people but it was a dramatic differnce from joburg so I think it stood out the most.
Just moved to Cape Town this year and your comment summarize my reality. Not an enjoyable city with the racism, expensive rent and life, and just people not being warm. Joburg is by far a better city to live in
You could eat and stay well for 50 to $60 a day... My family has been stuck in love here here since the VOC moved us here with their ships in the 1600s... we are literally still in the same valley. The neighbourhood you were in is one of those borderline ones, where most people are great, but there are a few shady folks, so people have their guard up... But people are approachable, just say hi (we do that here). I have a house nearby, so I recognised the street where you walked.
It's funny that you spoke about the "energy" in the first five hours. I'm from Joburg and visit Cape Town from time to time, and the energy is indeed different 👀.
You can't get carrot juice at the normal grocery shops. You'll have to go to a Housewife's market (a shop that only sells fruits and vegetables) if you want to find that. Or you can try Food Lovers Market, you might find carrot juice there as well.
If you are still going to traveling around South Africa try going to Durban next then East London. To a better picture of South Africa and it's diversity.
Vox did a video on RUclips called "Why South Africa is still so segregated". There's literally one road that divides the affluent and impoverished communities in Cape Town. It was designed that way decades ago by the Apartheid government to keep the poor poor
You mentioned about WiFi availability in countries and shows their growth. For us that is an odd statement, when we were in New York City 2 years ago we battled with WiFi. At Juniors restaurant, they didn’t have at all!!
no need to bring racism into it they probably are just rude people and you get rude people amongst ALL races. I am not from Cape Town but when i was there i found the people very friendly
@@nleddie hmmm if racism is the FIRST thing on your mind then maybe YOU are the racist. Just a thought 🤔. I mean when people are rude around me my first thought is not that they are racist it's "dang they are rude"
Lol Bro..Where the Uber took you first by mistake is a notorious area you definitely dont want to be, glad it was just a mistake, yassis!! Welcome to the Mother city though and enjoy Cape Town, give it a fair chance man the people and the vibes are good here, enjoy!!
I don't think I've ever seen a black person with a Go-Pro. You will meet blacks and other races with nice cameras though. If you had spoken to the table next door letting on you are from the USA, then some good conversation would have happened. I do hope you went to the top of Table Mountain as well as the V&A Waterfront.
Hey Eddie, unfortunately our country has had a huge influx of foreigners from the rest of Africa and because they arrive looking for work, they build themselves a small shack to live in. So, so far you haven't seen Cape Town. You have to go into the city to really experience it. Hope you get to see some of the main touristy places before you leave. Enjoy!!
I much prefer Cape Town to Jo’Burg. I come here from California every year. I live Cape Town and especially Stellenbosch. My husband got his undergraduate degree at the university of Stellenbosch. It is a beautiful town! !
Cape Town will undoubtedly defend itself fiercely, as it always does. However, having lived in Joburg, Durban, and Cape Town for extended periods, I would suggest you have captured the differences in the mood and vibe very well. Durban and Johannesburg are far more integrated and equal societies, and because of that, they are far more friendly and laid-back. Joburg in particular is a cultural melting pot like no other in this country. All our ancestors went there seeking fortune during the gold rush. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Cape Town, make no mistake, but there are times and places where people deliberately make you feel like you don't belong. I even got called out for having a Durban accent once, which is not a big issue, but it does tell you something that fellow South Africans would pick up on that. And then the impoverished areas in Durban and Joburg are nowhere near as scary as the Cape Flats. I once got on a train to the Cape Flats by mistake and felt like I could meet my maker at any minute.
I was warned very many times about Cape flats. I don't know where it is and have no intention to find out. In your opinion why are people in Cape Town so stuck up?
@@nleddie I couldn't possibly tell you mate, but they spend a lot of time and energy trying to distinguish themselves from the rest of South Africa. A LOT. There is even a movement trying to get Cape Independence. I suspect a referendum vote would ultimately fail, but I cannot say I am 100% sure. LOL You just never know with the Western Cape. But I am not knocking them. I liked Cape Town, even though everything there is wildly overpriced. The property prices, owning or renting, are total madness.
@@nleddie They're arrogant and think their much better than the rest of S.A. You'll notice that they won't take your critism of their beloved city well, instead they'll try and drag Joburg into it and tell you how Joburg is far worse than CPT. Been to Durban and found the atmosphere and people warm compared to those in CPT (I just didn't like the humid weather unfortunately), but the people made up for it.
@@nleddie because Cape Town is considered the best run of the major cities in South Africa and one of the few that doesn't vote blindly in the political elections. The people are very opinionated. Ironically you said you dont want to do the touristy part of Cape Town. Well thats what Cape Town is for majority of the people who arent struggling. Going on hikes, the beaches, the food, the nightlife. Joburg is huge compared to Cape Town, ocean on both sides and a mountain in the middle there isnt land to build at a close distance to the City hubs. If you carried on the highway from the airport for 5-10 mins, you would find a completely different class of people and with it the moods are completely different. The poverty in Joburg is bad but you didnt see it, due its size btw you found the Cape Flats with your first Uber
love your content my brother, i wish i was a digital Nomad just like you, but please next time put the R(rand) before the numbers, of cause unless you are doing it on purpose
you staying on the outskirts in the lower middle class afrikaans areas. I don't know why you aren't staying in the southern suburbs or the CBD/sea point and gardens area
Get cakes from a confectionery or bakery if you want something fresh. They bake daily. Spar cakes are not the best, remember to check the expiry date. Woolies Tiramisu Gateau cake is my favourite by far, it is family size though.
Bless you for your pronunciation of koeksister 😄 and yeah babtmy aquelle is numbah 1. And yeah capetonians are less friendly comlare to joburg but Dude if you are still in cpt and you want affordable uber /private rides let me know.
Welcome fellow traveller! How long will you be in Cape Town? There is a ridiculous amount of stuff to do here for literally no money (if that's your goal). I hope you have a great time here 🙂
Johannesburg is a cosmopolitan city... Hence you will never find anyone from Johannesburg who is not multilingual, and that's not the case with other provinces...All the people who can speak all Sa languages r from JHB... Other provinces are not so integrated. Capetown is also well know for it's racism... There are white people/organizations calling for Wc to be declared an independent state.
In the last polls there's was a strong majority for western cape independence in all racial groups, the DA is a white led party but the coloureds mainly vote with the Afrikaners
You didn’t explore enough around joburg. Poverty is just as bad. The poverty in Cape Town is just more visible. next to highways Etc, where as in joburg tourists, middle class people and the wealthy don’t really have to travel close to those kinda neighborhoods. You’re right about Cape Town energy and the people. It’s not easy to get into a “clique”. Definitely more open people in other areas of South Africa. That being said cape is stunning, has great people too and as poor as some areas look, there are some outrageously wealthy areas in and around Cape Town also.
Best advice you can get about Cape Town areas is, there are SAFER areas not safe areas. Like Surrey Estate is safer than Athlone but its not safe because anything can happen to you. So always scan your surroundings and make sure you keep your belongings in your bag or pockets and not walk around flaunting it. There are desperate people out there not matter how big and strong you are that desperate person will find a way to get that phone or wallet.
Not you saying they're speaking German lol. And the people that talked about you probably were shocked or exited to see an American in South Africa, as we see a ton of American related things on T.V and even me, if I saw an American I would really be surprised. While you're in the Western Cape, come take a look at Gordens Bay!
@@_theerealnono_7694 Yea I know. But for me personally, Ive probably only seen one or two Americans visit South Africa. I usually get real exited when I see a tourist, and I talk allot about them with my friends or family.
Palm colored people are very different in Cape Town and Pretoria compared to Joburg. It's a beautiful place though. Keep to yourself and enjoy the experience or find easy going, open people to hang out with. A lot of people are also very open minded and fun. Cape Town is the vibiest most laid back city, especially during festive. Ke Dezemba mos 🥳
Agree very different...JHB, PTA and Durban coloured people are innovative out of the box thinkers...unlike Cape town...they cant think further than their nose...they will kll you for a R5...satan's spawns.
Where there is smoke there’s fire is the best advice i can also give, its never let me down. Our street names repeat many times as you move around the country. Its definitely annoying.
I don't know to be honest about the disparity of wealth. Maybe it's because most people who come through from other countries come to Cape Town for the job opportunities, and not so much to Johburg. We have a terrible border control so a lot of people come through with no job, no money etc, and have to just settle anywhere to live and those areas grow to become townships. Obviously that's not to say that all townships are foreigners, but the government definitely can't keep up with the influx of people compared to the recources and speed to build housing. Especially since the houses are often also built with solar panel geysers and jojo tanks
Joburg has always accommodated people searching for work opportunities from all over SA as well other African countries for the longest time, all the way back to the times of the gold rush, so it's not true that they only come to CPT for work opportunities and "not so much Joburg." Gauteng becomes quite empty during December holidays for this reason.
hey Eddie - to put it in perspective we have roughly 5,8million tax payers and roughly 12. 6 million people on welfare - there is probably much more but those are documented. poverty in SA is indemic and a huge problem.
@@nleddiethis is incorrect information you were fed, my brother. No one would deliberately choose to live under such conditions. No one is happy to be there, trust me. If there was a way out, most people would happily take it - hence most of them resort to crime to try and feed their families. The worst thing is, people in those areas get the brunt of the crime and other terrible conditions. Lots of socio-economic issues
Don't avoid "touristy" places in Cape Town. They are world-renowned for a reason and you will find just as many locals there as tourists. Capetonians enjoy climbing their mountains, dining at the Waterfront or MOJO market, exploring the many craft and food markets, etc. There are also many great vegetarian restaurants in Cape Town
I'm an expat and South Africa is the most beautiful place i have yet to experience. I want to retire there.
You don't drive through the townships/informal settlements from the airport in Joburg, but they exist. The economic disparity is huge in Joburg as well. It's just further away from the affluent areas.
Got you. Yeah becuse I was wondering. It just seems to be very very in your face in cape.
but the extent is not the same
Its worse in cape town
Jozi has more wealthy blacks,middle class and working class than Cape Town, that City is economically racist, hence Europeans love it as a holiday destination
@@mbusosiera1648 have you been to CT?
Stoney originated in South Africa, where it was introduced in 1971.
I like the 'black label' one, it's got more khwetsha, that tangy ginger taste, than the others.
yeah true bro , I am originally from joburg, but I reside in cape town now, but when I got here the transition from poverty to riches strikes me
Yeah it is very in your face here. But I never saw it online before coming
Should’ve gone to Woolies food. You’d have gotten your carrot juice. And plenty other vegetarian options.
Hey Eddie, I see you like vegetarian and pizza. There’s a great pizza place that meshes local SA ingredients with authentic Italian pizza making (the owner is from Italy). They have an insane amount of veggie options. It’s called Lievita in Greenpoint. It’s worth your visit, especially if you go to V&A Waterfront for the art museum and then Robben Island. If ever you’re back in Johannesburg, go to the Apartheid Museum. It’s a life changing experience for visitors to learn about the country’s history.
The gap between rich and poor in CPT is the highest in South Africa, so your observation was spot on about the poverty in CPT vs Jhb.
It really was surprising to me
The difference is that the impoverished areas in Johannesburg are not on your way out of the airport, but trust me they exist.
@pierre2898 they do exist, but not on the scale of CPT. The Genii index has reported the gap in CPT as higher, mainly because people in CPT can't afford accessible housing close to where they work and spend most of their income on transportation. Jhb has loads of decent, more affordable housing spread around the city. And a black middle class that does not exist in CPT.
@@bronwynhodges895 I do not disagree with you.
JHB has huge shanty towns they just hidden. You do know that most of those shanty towns is inhabited by people from the Eastern Cape.
U got me really excited for my trip to S. Africa by the new year!❤
Welcome to our hood! Looks like you started back of Athlone and ended off Blouberg road Tableview. Go up to Pakalolo for a sundowner
wow the first tourist I see that is not staying in a tourist are😂 you are getting a very authentic experience, very close to my house
I really do not consider myself a tourist. I really like to see what it is like to live in country
Bro go to Woolworths it has way better quality products and it’s really not as expensive as people say, they did a study were they bought basic goods from all the big stores in South Africa and Woolworths was one of the cheapest.
I got some vlogs coming from wool worths. But tbh I like the vibe at spar. Nice and bright wool worths is more dark and serious
Welcome to cape town - table mountain is a must and Campsbay for the views.
Proudly CPT.
Thanks for the warning at 3:33 Eddie!
Bro. You deserve the success you are having lately. I’ve been with you since your early days in tanzania, and I always thought, "No limit is putting out some great content. Why are the views so low. You kept grinding on and keep pushing.
I appreciate that bro. All praise to The Most High
Please try any cake from Woolworths you won’t be disappointed
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Welcome Eddie! Thank you for visiting. A few notes:
1. Capetonians are introverts, Joburgers are extroverts. Also you’re in like a sleepy neighbourhood, not exactly the cool place to be 😂
2. Table View is famous for its wind and it’s a world famous kite surfing location because of it.
3. That pizza looked sad AF 🤣 I know exactly what that tastes like and it’s not the one. Try Pizzashed, Ferdinandos or Bacini’s near Lion’s Head.
4. I feel like Spar cakes are what cheap coworkers buy on their birthdays 😂
5. Aquelle is fine but Valpre is the one.
6. Why do you like carrot juice?
7. Take the Gautrain from Joburg airport and you will be saddened by the deep, deep poverty. The highways in Joburg just don’t take you through like CPT does.
8. I just did a video on the cable car so that may help you.
Looking forward to seeing more! Hope you had fun! 🎉
Carrot juice is the juice of kings. It taste sweet and is good for your eyes.
The pizza reminds me of ones I used to eat growing up.
🤦♂️ Wind is my least favorite "weather"
Also cheap cakes always taste the best
@@nleddie not in cpt. You should consider another trip with some local advice. Cape Town literally has it all but you need the right guide.
"...you will be saddened by the deep deep poverty". Capetonians just can't take criticism. 😅
I have to second the Valpre water bit. If you can find it in the glass bottles your getting some holy water 😂
17:48 you would find the carrot juice at the fruit and veg. Thats how they keep it at my local Spar.
This was a Kwik Spar maybe they sale less things
I feel like u never explored Johannesburg but I hope u explore capetown it is a beautiful city
Yeah a lot of people feel that way. Unlike most people my goal is not to do the touristy things but rather evaluate what it is like to live a regular life in the place.
@nleddie I don't think ppl understand your take or preference when traveling, tourism is not always it but experiencing the local life, food, ect n just living amongst locals n by choice visit wherever 😅n I can tell from your energy that you r enjoying. That's how I prefer it too 😊
The poverty in Cape Town is in your face because it's the first thing you see after landing. Which I appreciate because it addresses the transparency a visitor deserves. You have to pass Nyanga, Manenberg and Langa before your reach the City Centre.
Think u should try muizenburg hotel..and just chill on surfers corner its more diverse group of people. Buy a boerewors roll and watch kids/people surf and just enjoy the ocean vibes
African Soul Surfers in Muizenberg is great. Awesome restaurants too
I stay in Bloubergstrand at the beach about 4km from that shopping center you where at, that area you at is called Parklands, there is some areas in Parklands that isnt safe just so you know but if you come down to Bloubergstrand you will enjoy very much
Brother ginger beer is not spicier ginger ale, there's a product called (in 16:38 you see it in the fridge in the red bottle)Schweppes and they have their own ginger ale flavor some other shops have differences
Spar is actually rated the most expensive grocery store in South Africa. I know I always thought Woolworths was expensive, but they do have affordable items.
I like the feeling I get in spar. It is nice and bright inside. Wool worth is very dark and serious
@nleddie I agree with you on that one 👍🏽
Everything okay over there
Cape Town is small and space limited. Which is why you see so townships
Joburg is vast.
Sir I just came across your vlog from the UK. Thanks for showing me Cape Town, looking to go home next year.
South Africa is the most unequal country in the world. Some parts of the country showcase grotesque levels of wealth alongside dire poverty. Hopefully, one day there will be less poverty and inequality. That said, South Africa is an amazing country to visit for everyone-whether from the developed or developing world-because it exhibits both, along with our splendid natural beauty and friendly people
Similar to los Angeles
. Well we have the tin houses everywhere in South Africa, for Johannesburg you’ll find most of those house on the east side and outside of the CBD.
understood. I was told to avoid cbd so that must be why i did not see it.
I hate that government allowed these shacks to mushroom everywhere.
@@nleddie don't go to the rural areas it's not safe there
It's just a pity that "shacks" in CT they are a couple of roads across the airport. The location is called Nyanga.
You were my side of town. I walk to that kwikspar on a regular basis.
that is whats up. It is a decent store for sure.
I'm a Joburger and visited Cape Town a year ago. We stayed at Observatory. Very nice and Boho. My kind of vibe and we could see the very famous Groote Schuur hospital from our apartment window. Try that next time. And we do Bolt more than Uber in Mzansi.And try the red City Bus...I love how the voice guide tells the true story of how C.T is, especially the land grab from the indigenous people
You are Awesome!!! Great Content
and i am noticing that my brother is kind of a frugal 😄
100%
You were in my hood Table View, Flamingo Vlei. Welcome to Cape Town ;)
Wow how do you find the area
Hi my Brother enjoy yourself without pleasing anyone, remember some people will be good to you some not,not everyone will be friendly or give you smile, some people are so difficult so don't let anyone to turn you off whether it's joburg or Cape Town, We love you Man keep enjoying yourself without limiting yourself unconditionally, it's your Boy from jozi and Merry Christmas Mr 🎉🎄🎉✨️🪅🎁
Most definitely man I am a more introverted person as a whole. But it is nice to be around friendy people
@nleddie Johannesburg is too big You ask UBa or Bolt driver in joburg to take you kasi TOWNSHIP like Thokoza"Thembisa and Katlehong to learn more about Black people life in townships, or you can take someone you trust and travel using local Blue Train to show you any TOWNSHIPs
Hopefully you're not Hurry you have enough time to explore.
There in Cape Town,ask Uba or Bolt driver to show you around not only in famous places you know but unknown places it's safe when you travel with locals
You’re spot on on your analysis of Cape Town. It is a very beautiful city, however the disparities in wealth are right in your face. This is where you find the poorest of the poor living right across dollar millionaires, and it’s a stark reminder of how unequal this country really is.
I’m a Jo’burg guy, who has visited Cape Town many times, and I’ve always felt like Cape Town’s racism is just on another level. You’ll get judged a lot, based on the colour of your skin, and I have found that it irks a lot of these racists that Joburgers just know how to put them in their place. We are more open and will talk when something is not right.
Apart from that, Cape Town is a real beauty - I’d even go as far as saying the most beautiful coastal city in the world. Unpredictable weather, but an amazing holiday destination!
Facts! Joburg blacks don't take kindly to racism
I think it’s the most beautiful costal city too, Miami and San Diego not even close.
What you said about the taxis make sense. Better to be safe than sorry. As for the duplicate addresses. Earlier those where separate towns in the earlier years. But the city expanded so smaller towns became larger cities. That why you would find something like that. I've also lived in cities where it used to be one street. But throughout the years they bought out and built something else in the middle of it. So the street would end and then continue somewhere else. Rustenburg comes to mind here.
Lol that is wild. But yeah now I'm knowing triple check the address
Hey Eddie, Welcome the South Africa! If you are looking at exploring a few places in South Africa, make a tour through the Garden Route which is about 4 hours away from Cape Town. It starts in the town of Mossel Bay, and ends in Stormsrivier. All of the towns along this route are epic with the most beautiful landscapes. This route will take you through Mossel Bay, George (where I live), Wilderness, Sedgefield, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay, and finally Stormsrivier. You can drive the whole Gardenroute in about 4 hours if you don't stop anywhere.
If you ever decide to make a stop here, hit me up. Would be my pleasure showing you around.
I am not a Capetonian, but from visiting, I realised that the mountain is almost a character or a person. It is an unescapable presence. There is more than one way to enjoy Table Mountain apart from going up with the Cable Car. There are numerous walks and cycle paths that are used by locals. It gets you out in the open and up close and personal to the natural beauty of the place - and it's probably not going to cost you an arm and a leg.
You're spot on about Cape Town. The energy is not the same as Joburg. It's everyone for himself over there, plus there's lost of discrimination between the different people groups. If you're expecting that open friendly, super energetic Joburg vibe you're going to be disappointed. I would recommend that you enjoy places and nature over there, don't focus too much on the people, they will make your visit unpleasant. Be a tourist this time, for your own sanity...😅😅 I lived in that city for a long time and visit every year, it's beautiful and has a strong San Fransisco vibe, but you're going to experience racism a lot over there. Even from people that are just one shade lighter than you. You must keep it a thousand with your vlogs and reviews, don't sugarcoat anything.
San franscisco is the perfect comparison. You know I am normally not to concern about the people but it was a dramatic differnce from joburg so I think it stood out the most.
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In Cape Town, the sun doesn’t set soon 😛. In summer it sets around 8pm.
Just moved to Cape Town this year and your comment summarize my reality. Not an enjoyable city with the racism, expensive rent and life, and just people not being warm.
Joburg is by far a better city to live in
How is the vibe between two different cities so far..Jhb & CPT
You should also go to Durban in south Africa also its nice out there🇿🇦
By the way - there are different classes on Jhb too. The areas you were in are more upmarket.
You could eat and stay well for 50 to $60 a day... My family has been stuck in love here here since the VOC moved us here with their ships in the 1600s... we are literally still in the same valley.
The neighbourhood you were in is one of those borderline ones, where most people are great, but there are a few shady folks, so people have their guard up... But people are approachable, just say hi (we do that here). I have a house nearby, so I recognised the street where you walked.
I see. Yeah table view is the area.
It's funny that you spoke about the "energy" in the first five hours. I'm from Joburg and visit Cape Town from time to time, and the energy is indeed different 👀.
You can't get carrot juice at the normal grocery shops. You'll have to go to a Housewife's market (a shop that only sells fruits and vegetables) if you want to find that. Or you can try Food Lovers Market, you might find carrot juice there as well.
I had purchased carrot juice at a hyper checkers in Joburg.
Thanks for Intel
If you are still going to traveling around South Africa try going to Durban next then East London. To a better picture of South Africa and it's diversity.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Vox did a video on RUclips called "Why South Africa is still so segregated". There's literally one road that divides the affluent and impoverished communities in Cape Town. It was designed that way decades ago by the Apartheid government to keep the poor poor
I have a lot to learn about apartheid
@@nleddie You might want to go to the Apartheid museum if you ever come back to Joburg then.
15:16 you must’ve been raised by a Texan because my daddy said “Tie-o-tuh” too 😂
Cape Town people are as cold as their weather and ocean. Also, their proximity to Europeans affects their warmth.
I live in Capetown and i have to agree 😆
i have the same experience of gauteng.. literally 10 years i left 3 months ago. I feel like i am in heaven
The times we live in are difficult guys. We are facing challenges of all kinds hence friendliness, the spirit of ubuntu is becoming scarce.
What’s the matter ? You don’t like white people ?🤷🏻♂️
What a 💩ty remark.Don’t you like white people ?🤷🏻♂️
Thank you for this information!!! Awesome
Consider going to East London, Port Elizabeth and Durban.
You mentioned about WiFi availability in countries and shows their growth. For us that is an odd statement, when we were in New York City 2 years ago we battled with WiFi. At Juniors restaurant, they didn’t have at all!!
Be sure to visit Kirstenbosch!
Bro. Come to Richards Bay, hit me up. Will show you around. Its a small city on the east coast. Not too far from Durban
Thanks for looking into it I just was looking into it for school purposes.
You like cape town?
Stoney is a South African drink. A lot of products you see in Southern Africa imported from South African
no need to bring racism into it they probably are just rude people and you get rude people amongst ALL races. I am not from Cape Town but when i was there i found the people very friendly
Capetonians are very friendly. My friends from Joburg appreciates that about Cape Town locals, especially in tshisa nyama places in the location.
I just say what is on my mind and comment on what I see.
Yes, I’m Black and everyone was super cool to me.
@@nleddie hmmm if racism is the FIRST thing on your mind then maybe YOU are the racist. Just a thought 🤔. I mean when people are rude around me my first thought is not that they are racist it's "dang they are rude"
6:45 The sun goes down later in summer
Love your channel.would love to show u the real South Africa when u back in jhb
What is the real SA?
Its the people,not just the scenery.
Lol Bro..Where the Uber took you first by mistake is a notorious area you definitely dont want to be, glad it was just a mistake, yassis!! Welcome to the Mother city though and enjoy Cape Town, give it a fair chance man the people and the vibes are good here, enjoy!!
For sure man I was happy that was not my area.
Top notch content, keep em coming 🎉
Appreciate you.
Man, I wish I could do the same for your country, I've always wanted to tour America. The cost would probably be high, so that i can't afford
You can make it happpen. There is no shortage of money in this world. Only a shortage of imagination of how to collect your share.
Just work harder,then you will afford.
25:08 those people were surprised that you have an expensive gaget. They are not generally open towards us. Unlike those on JHB. Theres still mistrust
Intersting.
I don't think I've ever seen a black person with a Go-Pro. You will meet blacks and other races with nice cameras though. If you had spoken to the table next door letting on you are from the USA, then some good conversation would have happened.
I do hope you went to the top of Table Mountain as well as the V&A Waterfront.
Hey Eddie, unfortunately our country has had a huge influx of foreigners from the rest of Africa and because they arrive looking for work, they build themselves a small shack to live in. So, so far you haven't seen Cape Town. You have to go into the city to really experience it. Hope you get to see some of the main touristy places before you leave. Enjoy!!
I much prefer Cape Town to Jo’Burg. I come here from California every year. I live Cape Town and especially Stellenbosch. My husband got his undergraduate degree at the university of Stellenbosch. It is a beautiful town!
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Cape Town will undoubtedly defend itself fiercely, as it always does. However, having lived in Joburg, Durban, and Cape Town for extended periods, I would suggest you have captured the differences in the mood and vibe very well.
Durban and Johannesburg are far more integrated and equal societies, and because of that, they are far more friendly and laid-back. Joburg in particular is a cultural melting pot like no other in this country. All our ancestors went there seeking fortune during the gold rush.
I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Cape Town, make no mistake, but there are times and places where people deliberately make you feel like you don't belong. I even got called out for having a Durban accent once, which is not a big issue, but it does tell you something that fellow South Africans would pick up on that.
And then the impoverished areas in Durban and Joburg are nowhere near as scary as the Cape Flats. I once got on a train to the Cape Flats by mistake and felt like I could meet my maker at any minute.
I was warned very many times about Cape flats. I don't know where it is and have no intention to find out.
In your opinion why are people in Cape Town so stuck up?
@@nleddie I couldn't possibly tell you mate, but they spend a lot of time and energy trying to distinguish themselves from the rest of South Africa. A LOT. There is even a movement trying to get Cape Independence. I suspect a referendum vote would ultimately fail, but I cannot say I am 100% sure. LOL You just never know with the Western Cape. But I am not knocking them. I liked Cape Town, even though everything there is wildly overpriced. The property prices, owning or renting, are total madness.
@@nleddie They're arrogant and think their much better than the rest of S.A. You'll notice that they won't take your critism of their beloved city well, instead they'll try and drag Joburg into it and tell you how Joburg is far worse than CPT. Been to Durban and found the atmosphere and people warm compared to those in CPT (I just didn't like the humid weather unfortunately), but the people made up for it.
@@nleddie because Cape Town is considered the best run of the major cities in South Africa and one of the few that doesn't vote blindly in the political elections. The people are very opinionated. Ironically you said you dont want to do the touristy part of Cape Town. Well thats what Cape Town is for majority of the people who arent struggling. Going on hikes, the beaches, the food, the nightlife.
Joburg is huge compared to Cape Town, ocean on both sides and a mountain in the middle there isnt land to build at a close distance to the City hubs. If you carried on the highway from the airport for 5-10 mins, you would find a completely different class of people and with it the moods are completely different.
The poverty in Joburg is bad but you didnt see it, due its size
btw you found the Cape Flats with your first Uber
Spar cake are amazing I won't lie
love your content my brother, i wish i was a digital Nomad just like you, but please next time put the R(rand) before the numbers, of cause unless you are doing it on purpose
What do you mean?
@ its R200 not 200R
You look like you in my area not sure though fairly new as well.
Enjoy
you staying on the outskirts in the lower middle class afrikaans areas. I don't know why you aren't staying in the southern suburbs or the CBD/sea point and gardens area
Get cakes from a confectionery or bakery if you want something fresh. They bake daily. Spar cakes are not the best, remember to check the expiry date. Woolies Tiramisu Gateau cake is my favourite by far, it is family size though.
Your Airbnb is my neighbourhood in Flamingo Vlei 🙂
We are very chilled in cape Town
25:07 I was just about to ask 😂
Bless you for your pronunciation of koeksister 😄 and yeah babtmy aquelle is numbah 1. And yeah capetonians are less friendly comlare to joburg but Dude if you are still in cpt and you want affordable uber /private rides let me know.
If you did not see poverty in Joburg, you did not really travel in Joburg.
The level is different in Cape Town. I mean HIGH levels. Folks bathing in the ocean.
@@nleddiepoverty in Cape Town is seemingly more on your face more than Joburg. Almost like u must c the inequality immediately
When you go back to Johannesburg pls visit Santon and mall of Africa
Vlogs coming
You should hike Table Mountain or Lions Head
Poverty disparity is everywhere in South Africa, Depending on where you are in JHB you will find a lot of huge informal poor settlements
Carrot juice on top of the shelf.
Welcome fellow traveller! How long will you be in Cape Town? There is a ridiculous amount of stuff to do here for literally no money (if that's your goal). I hope you have a great time here 🙂
Johannesburg is a cosmopolitan city... Hence you will never find anyone from Johannesburg who is not multilingual, and that's not the case with other provinces...All the people who can speak all Sa languages r from JHB...
Other provinces are not so integrated.
Capetown is also well know for it's racism... There are white people/organizations calling for Wc to be declared an independent state.
In the last polls there's was a strong majority for western cape independence in all racial groups, the DA is a white led party but the coloureds mainly vote with the Afrikaners
You didn’t explore enough around joburg. Poverty is just as bad. The poverty in Cape Town is just more visible. next to highways Etc, where as in joburg tourists, middle class people and the wealthy don’t really have to travel close to those kinda neighborhoods. You’re right about Cape Town energy and the people. It’s not easy to get into a “clique”. Definitely more open people in other areas of South Africa. That being said cape is stunning, has great people too and as poor as some areas look, there are some outrageously wealthy areas in and around Cape Town also.
Got you thanks for more detailed breakdown
u didnt explore joburg properly u missed the biggest part of it which is sandton
Best advice you can get about Cape Town areas is, there are SAFER areas not safe areas. Like Surrey Estate is safer than Athlone but its not safe because anything can happen to you. So always scan your surroundings and make sure you keep your belongings in your bag or pockets and not walk around flaunting it. There are desperate people out there not matter how big and strong you are that desperate person will find a way to get that phone or wallet.
Go to big bay you are close. Beautiful area.
Big bay?
@ that’s close to Table View. A restaurant and shopping centre spot at the coast.
@ you see the full view of Table Mountain nice content for your Channel
I love your content, wish you could upload at least 2 videos.🙈
I try to upload 2x a week.
Say please when you order, it's good manners
...we call those shack communities Squatter Camps
O good to know
Did you reupload this video? I could've sworn I watched it more than a day ago
First time it was taken down
Not you saying they're speaking German lol. And the people that talked about you probably were shocked or exited to see an American in South Africa, as we see a ton of American related things on T.V and even me, if I saw an American I would really be surprised. While you're in the Western Cape, come take a look at Gordens Bay!
Cape Town is frequented by tourists though, including Americans. It's nothing new.
@@_theerealnono_7694 Yea I know. But for me personally, Ive probably only seen one or two Americans visit South Africa. I usually get real exited when I see a tourist, and I talk allot about them with my friends or family.
My brother you are not far from my house, I see you are in Tableview.
Yes in table view
Trevor Noah was said "you'll experience top quality racism in Cape town"
Bullshit, Trevor is a phony. He ran away to America being payed millions of dollars only to call the country “ racist” . He is a fraud and a loser!
Trevor is a first class leftist elite idiot!
Palm colored people are very different in Cape Town and Pretoria compared to Joburg. It's a beautiful place though. Keep to yourself and enjoy the experience or find easy going, open people to hang out with. A lot of people are also very open minded and fun. Cape Town is the vibiest most laid back city, especially during festive. Ke Dezemba mos 🥳
Agree very different...JHB, PTA and Durban coloured people are innovative out of the box thinkers...unlike Cape town...they cant think further than their nose...they will kll you for a R5...satan's spawns.
I found some really nice people in Cape Town as well. More difficult but they are there
Where there is smoke there’s fire is the best advice i can also give, its never let me down.
Our street names repeat many times as you move around the country. Its definitely annoying.
Yeah that was a real surprise to me. I feel like the city planning in Joburg is above that in Cape.
I see you buy alot of water but I have to tell you something South African water is some of the best in the world
There is too much poverty in Cape town and its right infront of your eyes. There is poverty in joburg but its not slam bang on your face.
That was my first impression. It is almost too much.
If the ANC were to be in charge in Cape Town,poverty would have been swepped under the carpet…now it’s an issue because DA runs the show.🙄
I don't know to be honest about the disparity of wealth. Maybe it's because most people who come through from other countries come to Cape Town for the job opportunities, and not so much to Johburg. We have a terrible border control so a lot of people come through with no job, no money etc, and have to just settle anywhere to live and those areas grow to become townships. Obviously that's not to say that all townships are foreigners, but the government definitely can't keep up with the influx of people compared to the recources and speed to build housing. Especially since the houses are often also built with solar panel geysers and jojo tanks
Joburg has always accommodated people searching for work opportunities from all over SA as well other African countries for the longest time, all the way back to the times of the gold rush, so it's not true that they only come to CPT for work opportunities and "not so much Joburg." Gauteng becomes quite empty during December holidays for this reason.
Energy is different for sure
This is it!✨
hey Eddie - to put it in perspective we have roughly 5,8million tax payers and roughly 12. 6 million people on welfare - there is probably much more but those are documented. poverty in SA is indemic and a huge problem.
Interesting. I had heard many people in the tin houses choose to live there. That the government offered loans and they refused
@nleddie that would be correct! It's a life they choose. We even had a member of our parliament living in these shacks!
@@nleddiethis is incorrect information you were fed, my brother. No one would deliberately choose to live under such conditions. No one is happy to be there, trust me. If there was a way out, most people would happily take it - hence most of them resort to crime to try and feed their families. The worst thing is, people in those areas get the brunt of the crime and other terrible conditions. Lots of socio-economic issues