Cape Town is not only blessed with so many wondrous places to visit within or around the city – but just an hour or two outside of the Mother City, you will find some amazing places to visit and explore. Here are some great day trips, two hours or less from our glorious city, for…
Here are some of the most notable or popular Food pairings in the Western Cape : 1 - Van Loveren food pairings Van Loveren lies just outside the small town Robertson – itself located some two or so hours outside of Cape Town – and the estate is famous for their locally produced Breede…
1) Planet Restaurant and Bar (Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel) Photo credit: http://www.dhk.co.za/ Ever a favourite among Capetonians and visiting tourists alike, everything about grand, old “Mount Nellie” – as the esteemed hotel is affectionately known – encapsulates a certain class and sophisticated, yet not over-the-top level of grandeur, aided by effortlessly smooth operations. So, with Planet…
Happily, in several restaurants across the Mother City, this is indeed the case. Here are some top restaurants from which to savour the sea while you eat: 1) Harbour House Kalk Bay Photo credit: www.harbourhouse.co.za This Harbour House branch has been a favourite among visitors to Kalk Bay’s cheerful, working harbour for some time. It’s…
Capetonians and tourists alike brave the chilly Atlantic waters to enjoy these beaches even in winter, yet, despite this, there are a number of stunning beaches to enjoy without even needing to dip your toes into the water. Here are a few insider favourites: 1) Scarborough Beach Photo Credit : blog.capetownroute.co.za Located a short distance…
Here are 5 stops you must make in the Constantia Wine Valley: 1 - Groot Constantia Visit South Africa’s oldest wine-producing estate, which even forms part of Cape Town’s Big 7 attractions. This grand dame has a lot to offer, especially with her two restaurants Jonkershuis and Simon’s. Now, there’s also a new market…
Cape Town offers some of the finest restaurants in the country for dining in luxury or simply in wonderful indoor settings. But it also offers a plethora of excellent outdoor restaurants in and around the city, many of which are long-standing favourites for more than a few reasons. 1) La Colombe (Constantia) Photo credit: Cathrine…
Experience a little culture in the Western Cape The Western Cape offers some of the most amazing cultural experiences to be found in South Africa, with a fair few falling happily into the Mother City’s lap. As a country rich in history, cultural experiences in the Western Cape (or even South Africa at large) offer…
Cape Town offers many wondrous places to explore, but don’t be trapped into thinking that there’s little beyond the boundaries of this glorious city. Instead, pack the car and hit the road to discover some of the best day trips around Cape Town. Here’s a list of a few to try: Curl around the Cape…
Cape Town is a city of many contrasts and natural beauties; we’re blessed with land, ocean, air and mountain all in one and because of this, there are endless adventures to be had. Although hiking and surfing are two of the city’s more popular outdoor activities, these are not for everyone. So, if you still…