Christy Bragg refers to herself as a bohemian scientist, with her blended experience in conservation and writing. She is a self-declared porcupine enthusiast who’s spent over two decades turning complex conservation stuff into stories people actually want to read. From rabbit-chasing in the Karoo to decoding climate change, she’s done it all - with a pen in one hand and a field guide in the other. She now splits her time between immersing herself in nature around Cape Town, parenting teenagers and freelance gigs. Expect quirky insights, feathered facts and the occasional vent about bad environmental policy.

Christy Bragg

Christy Bragg

City Expert, Time Out Cape Town

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8 ways to celebrate International Cat Day

8 ways to celebrate International Cat Day

Cat owners, everywhere, have been celebrating cats on this day since 2002, when th International Fund for Animal Welfare declared it a day to raise awareness and learn about ways to support our feline friends. If you are a cat person, and even if you're not, Cape Town offers some cat-chy places to learn more about them, with a fun selection of things to do in honour of these fluffy kitties of the world.  From petting near-hypoallergenic cats, supporting endangered caracals, to high tea with your tamed pussycat - try this list for a day in the Mother City that will leave you purring with pleasure.  ICYMI: 10 Best spots for a fun day with your pets in Cape Town  
10 Best pet-friendly spots for a fun day with your furry friends

10 Best pet-friendly spots for a fun day with your furry friends

Cape Town has something for everybody to enjoy, including the fur babies!  From parks where your pets can frolic and owners can watch over a steaming cup of joe, to restaurants with menus specially designed for pooches - there are plenty of haunts where hounds and humans can eat, meet and be merry. Let’s take a walk through some of the options.
The 12 best winter indoor activities for kids in Cape Town

The 12 best winter indoor activities for kids in Cape Town

When the raindrops are sliding down the windows and the north-wester is whistling in the chimney, when the kids are using “I’m bored” as a mantra, then it is time to get the family out of the house. Luckily, Cape Town has many fun and creative ways to entertain kids (and parents) on those wet and cold winter days. There is something for everyone, from the kid with enough energy to power up Eskom, to the child who could sit for hours drawing pictures on your dining room walls. Read on for our guide to the best winter indoor activities for kids in the Mother City. Pro Tip: Be sure to check age limits before booking activities and don’t forget to take pictures! TIME OUT RECOMMENDS: 😋 The best restaurants in Cape Town🏹 The best hotels in Cape Town🍳 The best breakfast and brunch spots in Cape Town🍕 The best pizza in Cape Town Follow Time Out Cape Town on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok!
Where to find the wild ones in Cape Town

Where to find the wild ones in Cape Town

Everyone knows that Africa is famous for its wildlife, with its giraffes and elephants roaming the African plains, but not many people know that the cities also have wild creatures, from porcupines snuffling down the city streets to bright-eyed dassies staring at you on the top of Table Mountain. Cape Town bustles with an extraordinary diversity of animals, many of which are rare and unique. When encountering wild animals, remember to please always be respectful of their space and keep your distance, but at the same time savour the sighting. Not many cities can boast the menagerie of critters that the Mother City offers! So, the question now is: where can you find these furry, feathery and scaley urban-dwellers? Let's take a look... TIME OUT RECOMMENDS: 😋 The best restaurants in Cape Town🏹 The best hotels in Cape Town🍳 The best breakfast and brunch spots in Cape TownđŸ·Â The best wine farms in and around Cape Town🍕 The best pizza in Cape Town📍 The best things to do in Cape Town