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Hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™ offers a watershed moment for the destination.

Reasons why Cape Town & the Western Cape should be your next conference, meetings & incentive destination

1. Language
   

   While French and German are becoming increasingly common with immigration from Europe and west and Central Africa, the business language of Cape Town and Western Cape is English.

   
2. A centre for knowledge
   

   Cape Town and Western Cape is an intellectual magnet, with four world class universities and other research institutions in fields as diverse as astronomy, science, medicine and social politics. It is also the legislative capital of South Africa. The destination is a fertile ground for intellectual dialogue and exchange of ideas.

   
3. An excellent business infrastructure
   

   There are a host of world-class multi-purpose venues to choose from, including the Cape Town International Convention Centre, an impressive, architecturally striking city landmark. The destination also has an excellent support system for hosting any event, from the largest convention to innovative themed events.

   
4. Easy access
   

   Cape Town International Airport is served by 20 international airlines on a weekly basis, linking the destination to global hubs like Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Atlanta and London. On arrival, access to ground transport is simple and convenient, with taxi and coaches the most obvious options. The airport is situated 20km from the city business hub; a 20 minute drive in non-peak traffic could easily become an hour in peak-hour.

   
5. Value for money
   

   The destination is recognised internationally as one of the most affordable business and incentive destinations in the world.

   
6. Room for everyone
   

   Cape Town and Western Cape has an extensive selection of first class hotels that promise guests pleasurable experiences; from 5-star hotels to excellent bed and breakfast establishments. The region boasts more than 20 000 rooms.

   
7. Variety is the spice of life
   

   Cape Town and the Western Cape is a cosmopolitan destination, where cultural diversity is welcomed. Immigration from Europe and Africa have lent the city in particular a welcome, exciting vibrancy, adding to its creativity. A wealth of artistic and musical talent, opera, ballet, drama and comedy are always on offer.

   
8. First class wining and dining
   

   The region is one of the wine capitals of the world, and the renowned Cape Winelands is both within the city and on its doorstep. The destination’s many restaurants serve traditional or contemporary Cape and international cuisine.

   
9. The sheer beauty of it all
   

   One of the reasons Africa gets under the skin. The region offers honestly unparalleled natural wonders, from the magnificent Table Mountain to pristine beaches, the big skies of semi-desert and the most diverse of the world’s six botanical kingdoms.

   
10. FIFA 2010 World Cup
    

    Cape Town prepares to play host. With hotel construction, road upgrades and Cape Town's Greenpoint Stadium fast nearing completion for its debut performance at the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, soccer fever is running high