Cape Town vs Durban: American couple asks TikTok where they should live
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An American couple who sold everything they owned back home have made South Africa their new home.
The couple, along with their two children, have been living in Cape Town for almost two years.
While they were confident about their decision to settle in the Mother City, a recent visit to Durban has left them torn between the two coastal cities.
After spending time in Durban, enjoying the great weather, meeting new people, and falling in love with the cuisine, they are now seriously considering making it their new home.
Husband Kenzo took to his TikTok account to ask South Africans whether they should make the move.
'Did I make a mistake moving to Cape Town over Durban?' he asks his followers.
As he describes what he enjoys about Durban, his wife, Kourtney, is heard chiming in the background, insisting that almost everything is better there.
She goes on to ask what the real difference between the two cities is, adding that they would have no problem packing up their home, kids, and dogs to make another move. 'We've done it before,' she says.
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Even though Cape Town has been ranked one of the most beautiful cities in the world, it seems not everyone is keen to live there.
'Cape is the best city by beauty but if you wanna see great people and have some of the best times in your lives come to Durban you won't regret it truth be told,' said one viewer.
Another follower, who feels strongly about living in Durban, said: 'Durban is warm all year round. Biggest Indian population outside of India. Mostly English and Zulu speaking. Schools are amazing, affordable and the sports culture is huge for both children and adults. Something to think about for sure.'
Others prefer Durban over Cape Town simply because it's cheaper to live there.
One viewer put it plainly: 'Durban is cheaper than Cape Town. That is the major difference,' while another commented: 'Capetown is very expensive we only go there for vacation.'
Even some who live in Cape Town suggested that the couple move to Durban.
'Absolutely! I've been living in Cape Town for about 9 years, culturally it takes a while, people are cliquey, it's safer but you not going to have the same warmness and welcome like Durban. Oh and you get the racists,' said one TikToker.
Another added: 'I am a Capetonian living in Durban. I love Cape Town, but I found my success in Durban. I also feel it's a better place to raise children. Cape Town is a holiday destination.'
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