#8. Cape Town

Cape Town is “the most amazing place on earth,” according to one of our readers. It’s “an ideal mix of nature, coast, mountains, and beaches,” and is “safe for walking around alone, even as a single woman.” Don’t be afraid to wander beyond the city center, either: “On our last trip, we ventured into a Muslim Cape Malay neighborhood called Athlone and enjoyed the colorful markets and tantalizing curries,” another reader raved. We also recommend exploring The Fringe, a fun corner of eastern downtown Cape Town filled with restaurants, mom-and-pop stores, and performance venues.

Cape Town is “the most amazing place on earth,” according to one of our readers. It’s “an ideal mix of nature, coast, mountains, and beaches,” and is “safe for walking around alone, even as a single woman.” Don’t be afraid to wander beyond the city center, either: “On our last trip, we ventured into a Muslim Cape Malay neighborhood called Athlone and enjoyed the colorful markets and tantalizing curries,” another reader raved. We also recommend exploring The Fringe, a fun corner of eastern downtown Cape Town filled with restaurants, mom-and-pop stores, and performance venues.