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Category: Western Cape
Colourful Spring Accommodations in the Western Cape
With spring in full bloom and summer on the rise, the landscapes abound with colour, from multi-coloured roadside flowers, to the glittering turquoise of the ocean. Make sure you give yourself some time off this summer to really appreciate the people and places around you, and live your life in vivid colour at these colourful […]
4 Favourite Seafood Spots in Cape Town
One question I’m often asked is, “What restaurant do you recommend in Cape Town?” While the options are virtually endless, I’ve rounded up some of my personal favourite seafood restaurants, because if you’re in the Cape, you can’t leave without some lekke fis ‘n tjips! Family-friendly: Dunes Dunes is a great family spot in Hout […]
5 Venomous Snakes you may come across while Hiking in the Cape – and what you should know
With summer on the rise, more people are heading outdoors. However, this time of year is also known as ‘snake season’ as these cold blooded reptiles come out in the warmer weather to feed and reproduce, and the possibility of a snake bite is heightened. While the chance of encountering a snake is rare, it’s […]
Hiking the Beautiful Echo Valley above Kalk Bay
After finally waking up to a sunny Sunday in spring, my friends and I decided that a hike was in order. After debating about whether to tackle Lion’s Head or Elephant’s Eye, we eventually agreed to hike up Echo Valley in Table Mountain National Park, just above Kalk Bay. The hike begins from Boyes Drive […]
3 More Top Wine Estates in Cape Town
If you’ve read about the Top 3 Wine Estates in Cape Town, you should read on to discover the other beautiful vineyards located along the Constantia Wine Route. Steenberg Wine Estate Nestled on the side of a towering mountain, Steenberg Wine Estate is the oldest farm in Constantia Valley, established in 1682. Not only are […]
We’ve Got the Line-up for the Old Mutual Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts
Nothing says summer in Cape Town quite like a Sunday sunset jol on the grassy slopes of Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens. Pack a picnic, pop open a bottle of wine, let the kids run wild, and enjoy live performances from South Africa’s most talented musicians (as well as a few international guests). From rock, jazz, R&B, […]
3 Places Where You Can Learn to Cook Traditional Karoo Cuisine
Cooking tours in the Karoo offer culinary adventures for travellers to feed their inner-foodie and learn about the region’s history and traditions. Karoo lamb, fruit preserves, and baked goods immediately spring to mind when we talk about traditional Karoo foods. But there is a world of other Karoo delicacies like Skilpadjies (braaied fat parcels of […]
The Insider’s Guide to Unusual Restaurants in the Western Cape
South Africa has an abundance of superb restaurants that cater from budget to 5-star tastes, but sometimes a fancy hotel restaurant just doesn’t cut it. Those exploring the Western Cape are in for more than just a fancy dinner around the coast, with options like braaivleis served up right on the beach, meals served by […]
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