Category: Western Cape

Darling is a charming small town situated on the West Coast, less than an hour’s drive from Cape Town. The little village lies nestled between hills of vineyards and undulating golden wheat fields. Known as the ‘beating heart’ of the West Coast, Darling offers plenty of reasons to visit. Akkerboom Laan Though notably located in […]

The Western Cape is known for colourful houses, beaches, and the myriad of flowers which unfurl in spring, not quite competing with the beautiful blooms that the Namaqualand produces, but certainly providing a floral fantasy for all to enjoy. If you’re planning to spend time outdoors by hiking, biking, or exploring the national parks during […]

UPDATE: SANParks Week 2015 is taking place from Monday, 14 September 2015  until Friday, 18 September 2015.  Click here for individual park details. Spring has sprung! Like fireworks, flowers are shooting up and transforming monochrome landscapes into a blaze of colour. South African National Parks (SANParks) is giving you the perfect chance to go wild and see them […]

It can be tough choosing where to go for a meal, as you can never be certain how intimate the setting will be or if they will provide seasonal items. If you’re tired of dining at large chain restaurants that don’t cater to your refined senses, keep reading to discover 3 intimate and wholesome restaurants […]

Warning: What you are about to see is much like the Pinterest phenomenon. You will be tempted to spend hours hearting, sending, pinning, and ultimately pining over stunning images that will engrain themselves into your soul. The shameless beauty of these luxury destinations in South Africa may result in intense daydreaming, yearning, and a sudden […]

The Western Cape is known for its endless vineyards and scenic, fertile valleys. Surrounded by immense purple mountains and rolling green hills, there is no setting more beautiful for spending a day cultivating the fields. For those who are keen to explore, there are plenty of areas in the Western Cape that are well known […]

As women, we’re fairly lucky that there’s an abundance of information out there to help our clueless guys plan a romantic weekend away. However, when the tables turn, there’s very little information out there on how to plan a weekend away for him. Keep reading to figure out how to surprise your man in the […]

Variety is the spice of life, and much like the saying applies to life, food too would be bland and boring without a pinch of parsley or rosemary rub. Flavours, scents, and textures all play a part in making meals memorable, but there are other factors to consider too. What wine or beer to pair […]