HOW WILL THE CAPE TOWN WATER SHORTAGE AFFECT YOUR CLIENTS?
Cape Town is without a doubt one of the most exceptional cities on earth, constantly topping the charts as a must-visit destination for tourists, enhanced by breath-taking scenery and a significant offering of experiences.
As beautiful as it is, the Western Cape is a water-scarce part of the world (much like Southern California and Western Australia), and is vulnerable to the effects of climate change and periodic droughts. You may already be aware our region is currently experiencing a significant drought.
Despite this, Cape Town is open for business and is proactively countering the effects of the drought. The City has implemented a number of initiatives to increase the water supply and make provision for water shortages in collaboration with the community who are actively playing their part to save every drop.
SO WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR VISITORS?
° The specific hotels that we book our clients into have modified how they utilise water to reduce their consumption - giving guests peace of mind that every drop is being used responsibly – whilst not compromising on their comfort.
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° Clients will still have access to safe drinking water.
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° At present, clients will be able to shower and maintain daily hygiene. Mandated guidelines suggest a shower of no longer than 2 minutes, and the use of baths is discouraged. Some swimming pools have been converted to use salt (ocean) water.
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° Restaurants and bars will still be in operation and are currently not negatively influenced but must still comply with water restrictions.
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° In the event of what the City of Cape Town refers to as ‘Day Zero’, there will be available water for tourists and locals’ critical needs. This is considered to be water for personal hygiene and consumption. ‘Day Zero’ is a projected date, in approximately two month’s time, that is entirely dependent on current rates of water consumption. If all stakeholders adhere to the required water savings target, ‘Day Zero’ can be avoided.
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° The Cape Town CBD, where the specific hotels in which we book our clients into are based, have been spared from this potential ‘Day Zero water shutdown’. There will be water available as normal in this area.
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° All critical emergency services (hospitals, clinics, police services) will continue to function in the event of ‘Day Zero’.
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° Tourists will still be able to access and enjoy primary tourism attractions such as our iconic Table Mountain, Cape Point and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. However, specific river-based experiences may be impacted.
Although clients will be made aware of this on arrival in Cape Town, it will not negatively affect their experience or their tour. Much like a local, tourists are encouraged to treat this scarce resource with the utmost respect. By adhering to these water-wise practices they can enjoy the best the area has to offer, whilst not placing any undue strain on the water supply.
Cape Town is without a doubt one of the most exceptional cities on earth, constantly topping the charts as a must-visit destination for tourists, enhanced by breath-taking scenery and a significant offering of experiences.
As beautiful as it is, the Western Cape is a water-scarce part of the world (much like Southern California and Western Australia), and is vulnerable to the effects of climate change and periodic droughts. You may already be aware our region is currently experiencing a significant drought.
Despite this, Cape Town is open for business and is proactively countering the effects of the drought. The City has implemented a number of initiatives to increase the water supply and make provision for water shortages in collaboration with the community who are actively playing their part to save every drop.
SO WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR VISITORS?
° The specific hotels that we book our clients into have modified how they utilise water to reduce their consumption - giving guests peace of mind that every drop is being used responsibly – whilst not compromising on their comfort.
°
° Clients will still have access to safe drinking water.
°
° At present, clients will be able to shower and maintain daily hygiene. Mandated guidelines suggest a shower of no longer than 2 minutes, and the use of baths is discouraged. Some swimming pools have been converted to use salt (ocean) water.
°
° Restaurants and bars will still be in operation and are currently not negatively influenced but must still comply with water restrictions.
°
° In the event of what the City of Cape Town refers to as ‘Day Zero’, there will be available water for tourists and locals’ critical needs. This is considered to be water for personal hygiene and consumption. ‘Day Zero’ is a projected date, in approximately two month’s time, that is entirely dependent on current rates of water consumption. If all stakeholders adhere to the required water savings target, ‘Day Zero’ can be avoided.
°
° The Cape Town CBD, where the specific hotels in which we book our clients into are based, have been spared from this potential ‘Day Zero water shutdown’. There will be water available as normal in this area.
°
° All critical emergency services (hospitals, clinics, police services) will continue to function in the event of ‘Day Zero’.
°
° Tourists will still be able to access and enjoy primary tourism attractions such as our iconic Table Mountain, Cape Point and Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. However, specific river-based experiences may be impacted.
Although clients will be made aware of this on arrival in Cape Town, it will not negatively affect their experience or their tour. Much like a local, tourists are encouraged to treat this scarce resource with the utmost respect. By adhering to these water-wise practices they can enjoy the best the area has to offer, whilst not placing any undue strain on the water supply.
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