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Here are 5 stops you must make in the Constantia Wine Valley:  

1 - Groot Constantia

Visit South Africa’s oldest wine-producing estate, which even forms part of Cape Town’s Big 7 attractions. This grand dame has a...

Wine tasting is always a fun and delicious experience but did you know that some wine farms in the Western Cape offer a host of wonderful wine pairings? So why not pair some tasty tapas with your wine – or...

Cape Town offers some of the finest restaurants in the country for dining in luxury or simply in wonderful indoor settings. But it also offers a plethora of excellent outdoor restaurants in and around the city, many of which are...

Experience a little culture in the Western Cape

The Western Cape offers some of the most amazing cultural experiences to be found in South Africa, with a fair few falling happily into the Mother City’s lap. As a country rich in...

With the Festive season upon us and the summer holiday makers descending upon the Mother City in preparation of New Year’s Eve, locals and visitors alike can anticipate great Christmas-orientated markets, as well as some exciting New Years Eve festivities....

Summer in Cape Town is a spectacular time of year but sometimes, with all the frenetic buzz, heat and summer crowds, it can often be hard deciding what to do or where to go. Although you can’t always avoid the...

Cape Town offers many wondrous places to explore, but don’t be trapped into thinking that there’s little beyond the boundaries of this glorious city. Instead, pack the car and hit the road to discover some of the best day trips...

Cape Town is famous for so many things but did you know it’s also a pretty grand place to do shop, dine and, of course, stay a few nights?  Well, of course you (probably) did – but if you’re looking...

Cape Town is a city of many contrasts and natural beauties; we’re blessed with land, ocean, air and mountain all in one and because of this, there are endless adventures to be had. Although hiking and surfing are two of...

The Cape Winelands has enjoyed a growing trend in recent years, with most top estates - right from the verdant Stellenbosch region to the historic Constantia valley - offering one or more gourmet picnic options to enjoy. The fun and...

Cape Town is one of those alluring cities with so much to often visitors in terms of the outdoors, tourist attractions, shopping and wine. It won’t take you long to realise that this peninsula on the tip of Africa is...

Whether you curl along the Atlantic Seaboard, flee to False Bay’s seaside suburbs or take to the West Coast on an epic road trip, the question of how best to enjoy the Cape’s glorious coastlines still dogs most of us....

Cape Town and surrounds have some stunning rolling greens, which will make keen golfers flush with pleasure. We’ve compiled a list of the top 6 golf courses for you to tee up on.  

1 - Pearl Valley Country Club (Cape...

As the year winds down, October is a month in which the Mother City really comes to life, beckoning the approach of summer, hosting fun festivals and yes, celebrating Halloween too, here are some October events not to be missed:

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The Mother City and her glorious surrounds are spoilt for choice when it comes to wine farms - but here’s a select list of seven you shouldn’t miss if you visit (or reside) here:

1. Boschendal, Franschhoek

With its famous wines, amazing...

Springtime is all about fresh beginnings, new life and moderate, pleasant weather… and in the Mother City (and surrounds), it’s a great time to enjoy these ten activities:

1. Go flower gazing in the West Coast and the Cederberg

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