Category: Accommodation

I have a confession. I’ve driven the N2 past Swellendam more than once where my only desire to stop was determined by my either my petrol gauge or my bladder. Swellendam was little more than a “distance to” marker, a gaping hole on the map to holiday havens like Wilderness and Knysna. And as the […]

At some point in each person’s life, questions arise such as “who am I”, “what is my place in this world”, and “can I change my current life to the one I want”? Our ancestors also struggled with these questions, and one of the great minds from the past who nicely portrayed this is Socrates. […]

If you’re holidaying in Montagu, or happen to be in the area for a short time, don’t be fooled by the small town appearance, as the village is teaming with excursions and activities the whole family can enjoy. Having recently returned from a 3-day trip to Montagu, I can say that all of the below […]

After a warm and enthusiastic reception in 2013, Hermanus FynArts is once again inspiring and nurturing creativity from 6 – 16 June 2014. The Windsor Hotel Hermanus is offering a 10% discount on accommodation to festivalgoers in their seafront setting. Perched on the edge of Walker Bay, Windsor Hotel Hermanus not only offers stylish accommodation […]

If you’re ever dreamt of staring deep into an animal’s eyes, and have its soul speak to yours, then the below places will definitely fulfil your dreams of being a modern day Snow White! 1. Cheetahs Where:  Tenikwa Wildlife Awareness Center and Animal Hospital, Plettenberg Bay Cost: R580 per person Time: 07:30 – 09:00 / […]

When it’s cold or raining and you’re yearning to get out of the house and spend some time with family and friends, it’s time to head to your favourite wine estate. Here are our top picks for Western Cape wineries where you can enjoy romance, family lunches, or relaxed catch-ups with friends: 1. Constantia Glen, Constantia […]

If you fancy yourself as a creative person, in any of the many forms it manifests (graphics designer, painter, writer, costume maker, et al.), then burning out and struggling for inspiration isn’t something new to you. Life is often described as art and it is only through changing your perspective that you will find inspiration […]

Paternoster, meaning “Our Father”, is a little gem on the West Coast that exudes a fishing village charm of yesteryear. Fast becoming known as the St Tropez of South Africa, Paternoster is a place where white beach sands to merge with fynbos and the ocean, smiling fishermen dipping their fishing rods into the freezing ocean, […]