Stellenbosch and Franschhoek

There aren't too many places we have visited where we want to return.  Not because we didn't enjoy the trip, but because we have so many new locations we want to explore.  We traveled to South Africa last year but when we were invited to a wedding in the Cape Town area we booked our tickets without hesitation.  We love Cape Town and the surrounding region.

It helps that Cape Town is only a nine hour flight away.

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The trip started in the wine country of Stellenbosch just outside of Cape Town.  We relaxed with amazing views and tasty wine.

We were confused when the wine disappeared.

Thankfully there was more wine nearby in Franschhoek.  We joined all the wedding goers for a wine tasting tour.  We hoped on the Springbok bus which happens to be the name of the South African rugby team.  Some kids ran after the bus thinking that we might be famous players.  That must have been a let down when we stepped off the bus. 

 

 

This was our first South African wedding, but I'm guessing that a chicken in the reception hall is typical.

The fun doesn't stop there, but this post will.  Next post will be about our week in Cape Town.

Very special birthday wishes to McKinley Frankie.  We hope you had an amazing birthday.  Happy anniversary Kaleigh and Jared.  We are excited for your exciting future.