Category: Western Cape

With the post-buzz of the Cape Town Good Food & Wine Show lingering like fragrant spices, I have to admit that my ultimate highlight was the opportunity to see Gordon Ramsay passionately do what he does best. Not screaming at some inexperienced chef-wannabe on a nightmarish TV programme, but jovially demonstrating with incredible knowledge, dedication, […]

The 28th of May is World Play Day Don’t sit at home, don’t stay Get up, get out, and play Oh, the places to play on World Play Day!   Let kids do what they do best And adults say no to rest The day is about having fun Fun for all, each and everyone […]

Summer may be over, but there is no need to go into hibernation. The Western Cape is as busy as ever with fantastic festival fun taking place throughout the month of June. Whether you enjoy food, wine, port, or poetry, there’s something to keep a spring in your step this winter! Wacky Wine Weekend If […]

Those with young children will likely be dreading the upcoming winter holidays, with the thought of the kids being stuck inside for days on end when it’s raining outside. Make sure your kids (and you) don’t go stir crazy this winter by taking them to the following fantastic indoor play areas in Cape Town, offering […]

If the cold weather is starting to make you feel gloomy, we have something to cheer you up. Like a luxurious winter weekend away – for LESS! That’s right. TravelGround has a fantastic variety of accommodation specials that are sure to get a sunny smile from even the frostiest frown. There’s even a 50% discount […]

Knysna is one of the most beautiful and sought after holiday destinations in the Western Cape. However, along with this fame, and rightly so, comes the throng of crowds who also wish to experience this golden piece of land for themselves. Whether you’re visiting Knysna out of season or during the peak season, Knysna Houseboats […]

Whether you want to plan a family escape or a romantic getaway for you and your partner, planning a farmhouse escape this winter is the way to go. After all, there is nothing quite like cuddling up to your partner in front of the fireplace on a chilly winter night, surrounded by the open, star-filled […]

I’d only ever been to Franschhoek as a small child so when I heard of my sister’s plans to visit Franschhoek this past weekend, I was ecstatic. It was a beautiful sunny Saturday – perfect for spending a few lazy hours exploring the winelands. Luckily for us, her boyfriend had offered to be our designated […]