Put two travellers together and add a bit of All Spice. Blend thoroughly. Allow the mix to mature, exposing it to as much on-the-road experience as possible. When it begins to bubble with ideas, find it a house to play with. Set it loose. Watch what happens. And voilà! What have you baked? A hot new backpackers, called Atlantic Point, close to the Green Point Stadium, 10 minutes walk from the Waterfront and within easy reach of the city.
With a rocking communal space designed to get all comers into the groove, they have a pool table, huge TV screen with DSTV and DVDs, and bar counter to rest those weary elbows on. Restored, mosey on down to the garden and plunge yourself into their pool for more refreshment. As the sun goes down join the crew on the outdoor terrace around the braai fire, and prepare for a feast.
Whether you fancy sharing a double or a dorm, you'll find a space to call your own for a day or three. The rooms have reading lights for night owls and security lockers large enough to stash your pack in.
Keep in touch with their free unlimited wi-fi and ethernet, but whatever you do, don't let on how much fun you're having, or everyone back home might pull in too.