CAPE TOWN - Cape Town's holiday prices are soaring and have become out of reach for most South Africans.
The city is becoming a luxury destination with accommodation costing up to R55 000 for 5 nights.
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Tourism Minister, Patricia De Lille, explained the surge in pricing and promised to take the matter up with Cape Town authorities.
Cape Town holiday prices soar
De Lille is encouraging tourists to explore other parts of the country and not only go to popular areas like Cape Town. She says her department has put several packages together for local tourists
De Lille encourages visiting different destinations