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Category: Accommodation
Coopmanhuijs Boutique Hotel & Spa – Where the Familiar is Made Remarkable
Built in 1713, the spectacular 5-star Coopmanhuijs Boutique Hotel & Spa is a National Monument in Church Street. After consistently ranking as the #1 hotel in Stellenbosch on TripAdvisor, I knew I had to plan a stay at this luxury boutique hotel. And well, was it worth it! The exterior of Coopmanhuijs has a Parisian feel to […]
Weekend Indulgences at WedgeView Country House and Spa
Tucked away down a Stellenbosch country lane is WedgeView Country House and Spa, a 5-star rated property with a beautiful garden and luxurious, yet homey, ambience. After arriving and admiring the beautiful 3-acre garden that comes complete with rose bushes, lavender bushes, succulents, local trees, and lovely wrought iron statues, we were warmly welcomed […]
Welcome Home! Rivierbos Guest House – a Review
The 3-star Rivierbos Guest House is a homely retreat tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Stellenbosch. Set on the northern bank of the fast flowing Eerste River, Rivierbos forces you to stop, relax, and absorb the natural white noise of this Stellenbosch sanctuary. Rivierbos is the kind of place where you […]
PhotoBlog – Reasons we love Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch is a bustling centre of activity throughout the year, due in part to its close proximity to Cape Town, its ever-lush valley, the numerous hikes through vineyards and mountains, and of course the highly sought-after wines. Check out the following photos showcasing our favourite places and spaces. Let us know yours in the comments […]
Guys vs Girls Weekends – the best according to travel bloggers
Whether you’re inclined to share jokes around a campfire with a beer in hand, or chat for hours on a couch with a bottle of wine, it’s a good idea to get away and spend some quality time with friends of the same sex every once in a while. It’s a sacred time where boys […]
14 proposal spots your partner won’t say no to
Proposing is one of the most important occasions in your life. Women have dreamed of this day ever since they were little girls, and so it’s only fair that the day match the dream as much as is humanly possible. So if you’re planning on taking your relationship to the next level, check out these […]
42 Budget Backpackers in South Africa
We understand that travel can be expensive. But tight budgets don’t have to be the reason you’re stuck at home all year long. Here are some affordable backpackers where you can enjoy a holiday without making a huge dent in your wallet. Now you can spend more time and money on what really matters: quality […]
Conquer the Num-Num Trail with Five Assegais
Activity-based destinations are the way of the future, but the ultimate holiday spot is still one that offers you both adventure and a space where you can slow down and catch up with yourself. Only 3 hours from Johannesburg, Five Assegais Country Estate in Mpumalanga is the perfect place to spend hours on the stoep […]
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