Who is the Travel Café Cape Town?

Bonjour, I'm François and originally from France –in case you couldn’t tell from my name ;-) . Since I finished uni I’ve lived all over the world – Tennessee, London, Paris, Doha… But none of those come even close to the amazingness of Cape Town, my new hometown.

Thanks to an insatiable wanderlust I’ve also travelled all over the globe, at times spending months in one region to get to know it better. It has always been my dream to create a travel company that is run by travellers, for travellers. The Travel Café is that dream come true and I couldn’t be more proud of what we do. When I’m not working away at creating awesome travel experiences, you can find me hiking at our Eco Mountain Reserve Starry Starry Night or doing lengths in Sea Point’s stunning pool (definitely worth checking out!), running along the promenade or sea-kayaking in Three Anchor Bay.

My background is in the airline industry where I’ve headed up large e-commerce teams. That experience is coming in super handy to help you with booking flights, hotels and planning an unforgettable itinerary. So get in touch and let us help you have a magical time in the Mother City and the rest of South Africa.

Howzit! And thanks for checking out The Travel Café :) It makes me super happy to have a chance to share with you some of my favourite things to do, see and explore in a city and country that is so close to my heart. Before we launched The Travel Café I was working as a travel journalist, writing for publications like GQ, Men’s Health and MSN.com. When I’m not at The Travel Cafe HQ I’m probably somewhere taking aerial shots with my DJI drone, hiking in the mountains or checking out the city’s newest restaurant and bar offerings.

Like François there is nothing I love more than travelling, exploring different cultures and really getting under the skin of another country. Thanks to my career I’ve been fortunate enough to travel to 54 countries so far (not like I’m counting or anything :). But nowhere I’ve been can rival the uniqueness, diversity and magic of South Africa, a country I’ve criss-crossed many times over in search of great travel stories. Along the way I’ve uncovered scores of hidden gems, discovered spectacular places most tourists never even hear about and kept myself bang up to date with everything that is hip and happening in the Mother City, South Africa and the rest of the region. 

It gives me a huge kick to be able to share all of that with you here. So please have a look around, check out the guides we’ve put together for you with lots of love and care, and be sure to get in touch if you have any questions, requests or requirements so we can help make your trip to our sunny shores truly unforgettable.

Hi there, I’m Charlotte, originally from the Netherlands 🇳🇱. I’ve proudly called Cape Town home since 2021. What started as an adventure quickly turned into something more, and this beautiful city turly has a special place in my heart. I feel incredibly fortunate to live in a place where mountains and ocean meet, and I make the most of it. You’ll often find me surfing along the False Bay coast, hiking one of the many scenic trails, or pushing my limits during a CrossFit session. Being active and outdoors is a big part of who I am.

Tourism has been part of my journey since university, and over the years I’ve gained extensive experience in designing and curating unforgettable travel experiences. I’m passionate about Southern Africa and love sharing its diversity, beauty and unique stories with my guests. Creating tailor-made journeys that feel seamless, personal and truly special is what I enjoy most. Turning dream trips into reality is not just my job, it’s what inspires me every day.

Hi, I’m Daniella! 🇨🇩✨ I’m originally from the DRC but grew up in beautiful Cape Town 🇿🇦, a city that completely stole my heart. Living here sparked my love for tourism and for showing people just how magical this place is. 

I’m passionate about traveling, meeting people from all over the world, and sharing Cape Town’s hidden gems, amazing views, and vibrant culture.

 I’m also multilingual and love learning new languages, which helps me connect with people from different backgrounds. When I’m not exploring the city or helping others experience it, you’ll probably find me hiking a mountain trail, swimming, or hitting the gym. For me, tourism is all about adventure, good vibes, and creating unforgettable memories together. 🌍🏞️