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The Constantia Fresh Festival
The fourth annual Constantia Fresh Festival will be taking place from the 1 – 2 March 2013 at the Buitenverwachting Wine Estate in the captivating Constantia Valley. The festival showcases the diversity and food compatibility of the “wild white” grape through different tasting and pairing events. This year’s event aims not only to showcase the […]
It’s Carnival Time in Cape Town!
Vibrant colours, upbeat tunes, jaw-dropping dancing, lip-smacking food, happy faces, and laughter all around. Who doesn’t love a good carnival? As if one carnival wasn’t exciting enough, Capetonians can look forward to TWO festive celebrations within the next month! Community Chest Carnival: 27 February – 2 March 2013 Treat yourself and your loved ones to […]
The Sedgefield Slow Festival
The Sedgefield Slow Festival is a myriad of exciting events that are all about celebrating the great outdoors. From sandcastle competitions and a Miss Slow Fest beauty pageant, to food and wine pairing evenings, the Sedgefield Slow Festival promises a long weekend full of fun, sun, and excitement for the whole family. This year, the […]
Franschhoek Wine Tram
The newly-launched Franschhoek Wine Tram provides a unique way to explore the historic Franschhoek Wine Valley. Operating on a hop-on, hop-off basis, the open-side tram and open-air tram-bus takes passengers on scenic trips through the picturesque vineyards, stopping at some of South Africa’s oldest and most illustrious wine estates. Passengers can look forward to a […]
Affordable Student Stays in Stellies
Stellenbosch (known to students as “Stellies”) is the ultimate university town in the Western Cape. Offering streets jam-packed with bustling restaurants, quaint coffee shops, and pulsating bars and nightclubs, Stellies is a student’s dream. There is no reason why affordability should hinder luxury – there are many fabulous accommodations in Stellies that cater for both […]
Your Holiday Guide to Port Elizabeth
South Africa is known for having some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, and due to that, there are numerous outdoor activities suited to each area, such as trail activities in Knysna, surfing in Durban, vertical jumps in Johannesburg, and cable-car rides in Cape Town. However, this overview doesn’t really help those who […]
6 Things to Do in Bloemfontein
Known for its “fountains of flowers”, Bloemfontein boasts an abundance of historical, cultural, and natural attractions that make it an ideal holiday destination in the Free State province of South Africa. Here are 6 popular things to do in Bloemfontein: 1. Free State National Botanical Garden Where: Rayton Road (off Dan Pienaar Drive), R702 Open: Monday […]
South African Cheese Festival 2013
If you’re a fan of hard cheese, soft cheese, stinky cheese, or sweet cheese, then you probably already know that this year’s South African Cheese Festival is set to take place from 26 – 28 April, at Sandringham Estate, between Paarl and Stellenbosch. The stakes have been raised, and artisans from around the country will […]
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