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[Cauê]

baron-pierreIV, on Jun 19 2009, 03:16 PM, said:

Caue. Rio 2016, Cape Town 2020 - ain't gonna happen. Dec 12, 2012 would happen first before this dream of yours happens.

See "Let's Look at History" thread in main 2016 folder.

Baron, nothing is impossible, a determination with clear view is required for the revolution in the Olympic world. South America and Africa are part of this revolution.

[RobH]

baron-pierreIV, on Jun 19 2009, 08:16 PM, said:

Caue. Rio 2016, Cape Town 2020 - ain't gonna happen.

Have to agree. It seems highly unlikely.

[Cauê]

Rob, on Jun 20 2009, 02:01 AM, said:

Have to agree. It seems highly unlikely.

Friend, where is the hope?

[baron-pierreIV]

Cauê, on Jun 20 2009, 04:14 PM, said:

Friend, where is the hope?

It's not hope. It's called 'blind optimisn.'

[baron-pierreIV]

Cauê, on Jun 20 2009, 04:14 PM, said:

Friend, where is the hope?

It's not hope. It's called 'blind optimisn.'

http://www.gamesbids...showtopic=14101

[Cauê]

baron-pierreIV, on Jun 20 2009, 01:59 PM, said:

It's not hope. It's called 'blind optimisn.'

http://www.gamesbids...showtopic=14101

My friend, this is impossible? The IOC said that it is impossible?
I find pleasant. But it will happen? I do not know. I confirmed that this will happen? No. Only sympathize with this idea.

But you are saying that will not happen. you know?
This may be "blind pessimism".

Sorry for my bad english.

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Congratulations Cape Town!

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Cape Town poised to berth QE2 floating hotel
Posted on: 13 Jul 2009 at 05:32 PM in Cruise



South Africa has confirmed it is considering a proposal from Dubai to permanently berth the Queen Elizabeth 2 liner at the Victoria and Albert Waterfront in Cape Town, and convert it into a luxury floating hotel.

Ronel Bester, spokesman for South Africa’s department of tourism, said that officials were talking with local hotels and other tourism-related business and hoped to reach a decision by the end of next week.The Cunard ship was bought by Dubai World for $100m in 2007. However Nakheel, one of the main shareholders in the government-owned conglomerate, has been severely hit by the Dubai property crash. It is embarking on a radical cost-cutting spree which has included slashing staff, cancelling projects and scaling back existing projects as it battles for survival. It also needs to refinance upcoming loan commitments, including a $3.5bn Islamic bond which matures in December.

Nakheel had planned to “usher in the next exciting chapter of her rich and dignified life”, including building a 6,000 sq yd spa complex, and replacing the ship’s funnel with a glass structure to house penthouse suites.

Even in March, Nakheel remained adamant it was business as usual. “The plans for QE2’s full restoration and refurbishment are ongoing. We have no intention of selling the ship to any party whatsoever.”

The rate of tourism growth in Dubai has fallen off dramatically, reducing occupancy rates as new hotel stock comes on stream, while South Africa is struggling to meet the demand for hotel rooms next year during the World Cup.

Situated between Robben Island and Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront faces onto Cape Town’s harbour and is one of the city’s most visited tourist sites, and includes a string of hotels, restaurants, shops and a marina.