My first lodgings in Stellenbosch!

Here are some sunshine-y pictures of my first lodgings in the res (halls/dorms) for my first few weeks in Stellenbosch. Pictures are better from the outside! The name of the res was Concordia. Evidently those who reside there are "Con Personnel" ...

South Africa V Pakistan Cricket ..

Newlands, the area with the cricket and rugby stadiums are, is located at the back of Table Mountain (Cape Town). A great backdrop for any sporting event, especially one which takes all day! With the beautful addition of a brewery between our view and the mountain. It was a one-day international cricket match ... but South Africa smoked Pakistan and it was over mid-afternoon. Plenty of time on the overcast and chilly day for us to get scorched by the sun (which wasn't even out!). Thank you Carla for the factor 50 sunscrean ... shame I didn't take it!

My first Braii ...

It's been almost the first question asked "Have you been to your first Braii?" ... BBQ/Cookout. I was introduced in style to the South African custom! And after the first course had settled we played a little garden cricket ... good times!

The Beach ...

The sun, sea and sand with backdrop of the 12 Apostles (I think) ... perfect! And my tour-guide Craig (thanks!).

Chapman's Peak - Cape Peninsula

The first weekend I was here we drove around the Cape Peninsula. I think that it's what sold me on staying in South Africa - at least past day 3! That and the mountains and beaches. It's definitely more stunning to see in person, my camera skills don't do South Africa any justice!