Cape Town has been named the fourth-best large city in the world and the seventh-best city overall, as per the 2023 Reader’s Choice Awards by Condé Nast Traveller.
Over 520 000 readers rated their global travel experiences to provide a comprehensive look at the places they eagerly anticipate returning to. The Mother City ranked highly among cities with populations greater than 500 000.
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Enver Duminy, the CEO of Cape Town Tourism, expressed his gratitude, saying, ‘We’re honoured that Condé Nast Traveller’s discerning readership voted our beautiful Mother City as the fourth-best large city in the world. This accolade is a testament to our city’s unique beauty, vibrant culture and warm hospitality.’
Duminy added, ‘It also reaffirms the hard work we’ve been doing at Cape Town Tourism to ensure our beloved city remains an inclusive must-visit destination on the global stage. This recognition is not just a win for Cape Town but for South Africa, boosting our profile on the world map and serving as a beacon for tourists contemplating their next travel destination.’
Alderman James Vos, mayoral committee member for economic growth, said: ‘The City is grateful to the hundreds of thousands of Condé Nast Travellers for once again choosing Cape Town. Most of all, we give our heartfelt thanks to every Capetonian who has extended a welcoming hand and smile to visitors from all over the world. Your hospitality is the beating heart of our beautiful city. My team, together with our partners, will continue to find ways to connect with tourists from near and far through clever campaigns and projects that will help to bring the world to our shores.’
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The Condé Nast Traveller Reader’s Choice Awards, with a legacy as the travel industry’s longest-running and most prestigious accolades, serve as some of the best recognition of excellence within the field.
Each year, Condé Nast Traveller collects input from hundreds of thousands of readers to determine the winners of its Readers’ Choice Awards.
For this category, Cape Town competed with the likes of Singapore, Tokyo, Seoul and Sydney, all of which secured spots in the top five.
CN Traveller had this to say about the Mother City:
On pristine beaches, penguins waddle about their business while leaping dolphins frame spectacular sunsets – and thrill-seekers head out on boats to come face-to-face with fearsome sharks. Away from the ocean, guests check into world-renowned hotels such as The Silo, the recognisable property where rooms feature contemporary African art and 360-degree city views. Table Mountain views are enjoyed over supper, especially during trips to Delaire Graff Estate for wine-swirling and impeccable tasting menus.
The 2023 Reader’s Choice Awards are accessible on Condé Nast Traveller’s website and will be celebrated in the November 2023 issue of the magazine.
Duminy concluded,’We’re grateful to everyone who made this achievement possible, from the communities that make our Mother City so special to the travellers who took the time to vote. We look forward to welcoming visitors from around the globe to experience Cape Town’s award-winning tourism experience.’
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