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Category: Cape Town
Pet Friendly Accommodation in the Western Cape
With the winter holidays in full swing, families are likely going to be scrambling to organise their annual winter holiday getaway. But no holiday is complete without getting to spend it with the entire family (and that means your honorary family members too!). For those who can’t handle leaving their furry companions at home, here […]
A Happy Bastille Day to You!
Those with Huguenot heritage will most likely have plans already made for the upcoming Bastille Day, or rather, La Fête Nationale, happening 13 – 14 July 2013. This celebration of French national pride is a beloved affair by French families and those unable to make it to Europe won’t miss out, as there will inevitably […]
A visit to the new moyo at the V&A Waterfront
It’s not every day we get to play tourist and up the budget, but a combination of radiant winter weather, Joburg visitors, and a long weekend dedicated to youth and our old men, led us on an outing to Cape Town’s popular V&A Waterfront. And since a tourist outing isn’t complete without plenty of quality […]
Experience Cape Town from Underground with an Exhilarating Tunnel Tour
Those looking to experience Cape Town from a new perspective should definitely consider doing a Tunnel Tour to explore the ancient underground labyrinths meandering beneath the city. Most people are unaware that these tunnels even exist, which makes it all the more exciting to tackle almost uncharted territory. Provided you have a high tolerance for […]
Pepperclub expansions set the bar for South African tourism
Awarded Best Luxury Hotel in South Africa by CNN Traveller, the 5-star Pepperclub Hotel & Spa in Cape Town has outlined plans to introduce five exclusive Club Floors specifically tailored for the discerning traveller. The Club Floors will be located between the 15th and 20th floors of the hotel, which lies in the heart of […]
The Urban Brandy Route
If you’re looking for a spirited spot to wind down your day or kick off your evening, head to one of the superb locations along Cape Town’s new Urban Brandy Route and enjoy a selection of well-crafted, thirst-quenching brandy cocktail creations in the atmosphere of your liking. Launched in honour of South Africa’s favourite spirit, […]
My Anniversary Stay at Place on the Bay
Two years had passed with the wonderful man in my life, and to celebrate he decided to plan a secret getaway to celebrate our anniversary. I spent weeks trying to convince him to sell out and tell me what he had planned, but his lips remained sealed. It was only until our anniversary weekend when […]
5 Top French Restaurants in Cape Town
With winter starting to show its claws, what better way to forget about the dreary drizzle than by enjoying a decadent meal out with friends, in an opulent, cosy setting? If you’re a French food lover who prefers eating meals prepared from sustainable, organic sources and have already picked your perfect French-styled accommodation, then check […]