You've decided to visit Cape Town, one of the most beautiful cities in the world, sorted out your leave and booked your flights.
Now comes the important part: where to stay? If you're tired of impersonal hotel rooms, there are various luxury apartments in Cape Town on offer.
Whether you want to stay close to the heart of the city at the V&A Waterfront or mingle with the trendy set in Clifton, there are luxury apartments in Cape Town that will suit your needs.
The V&A Waterfront, a stone's throw from Cape Town's city centre, is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the country.
The Waterfront is one of the best shopping destinations in South Africa, with anything from high-end international brands to local entrepreneurs flogging their handmade jewellery.
It also offers a wide variety of pubs, bars and restaurants, sunset harbour cruises, trips to Robben Island, a Unesco World Heritage Site, and the spectacular Two Oceans Aquarium.
If you're keen on the beach, there are other luxury apartments in Cape Town to choose from.
One option is Clifton, one of South Africa's most exclusive suburbs.
Located only a few kilometres from the city centre, Clifton is known for its exquisite beaches and is frequented by trendy locals and international jetsetters.
With its four secluded beaches, it is the perfect spot to do some sun-worshipping and have a picnic or cocktail at sundown.
Just down the road from Clifton is Camps Bay, another trendy suburb, offering some more luxury apartments in Cape Town .
Set against the backdrop of the Twelve Apostles mountain range, Camps Bay beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the country.
It also offers some of the most popular party spots in the city.