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12 Mar 2019
Cape Town Carnival Road Closures
Take a look below for all roads affected by the Cape Town Carnival this weekend.
26 Feb 2019
March events in Cape Town and the Western Cape
Cape Town and the Western Cape is home to some of the best - and biggest - events in the country and no month is more jam-packed than March. From the world's largest timed-cycle ra...
11 Dec 2018
Christmas Markets in the Cape Winelands
‘Tis the season for festive markets, carols by candlelight, sparkling decorations and all the magic that a warm South African summer Christmas can bring. To make sure you and your...
26 Sep 2018
Travel apps for Cape Town and the Western Cape
Travelling to new destinations can be tricky, what with not knowing anything about the place you will be travelling to, and while you can research your holiday before leaving, i...
15 Aug 2018
Discover the tastes of the Western Cape
Home to some of the world’s most bountiful vineyards and boasting numerous award-winning restaurants, Cape Town and the Western Cape is a gastronomic wonderland, with a history int...
14 Aug 2018
Family-friendly wine farms in the Western Cape
Parents, we feel you. You're longing for a relaxing day out, sipping on crisp cultivars, surrounded by rolling vineyards and enjoying a delicious meal at a wine estate.
13 Aug 2018
Septembers events in the Western Cape
Spring is about to be sprung this September in Cape Town and there are loads of events to enjoy as the weather starts to warm up. From wildflower shows to whales cavorting in th...
7 Aug 2018
Faine Pearl Loubser
Conservationist, film-maker, free-diver and free spirit, Faine Pearl Loubser spends most of her time exploring the depths of the oceans around the Western Cape, discovering the nat...
7 Aug 2018
Discover wild flowers on the Weskus
Every year in August and September, the Cape West Coast (Weskus) is covered in a blanket of wild flowers, drawing thousands of visitors from across the country and beyond.
3 Aug 2018
Food and Wine Pairings in the Western Cape
What is better than sipping top South African wines in a beautiful setting? Pairing their flavours with delicious bites, of course.
27 Jul 2018
Get your coffee fix in the Western Cape
Coffee culture is a big deal in Cape Town and the Western Cape with every coffee nut having his or her favourite blend. Here are some of the top coffee spots on our list.
6 Jul 2018
August Events in the Western Cape
Plenty on the go in the Western Cape this August. Music, wine, chocolate and more!
25 Jun 2018
Family-friendly experiences in the Western Cape
The Western Cape is a perfect destination for families wanting to explore. From wide-open space and exotic animals to land and sea safaris, there is plenty to keep you and your lov...
15 Jun 2018
Five things to do on Youth Day
This weekend we celebrate the youth of South Africa. Here are five events to attend.
12 Jun 2018
Father's Day in the Western Cape
Father’s Day is almost upon us and if you haven’t managed to get your dad anything or are looking to add something extra special to his barrel of goodies this year, we got you c...
12 Jun 2018
Gin Guide to the Western Cape
The Western Cape is well known for being wine country. But over the past few years, the region has quickly become a power player in the gin stakes, with a number of local distiller...
11 Jun 2018
July events in the Western Cape
From annual winter festivals to comedians and musical extravaganzas, there is plenty on in the Western Cape in July.
16 Jan 2018
Wine festivals in the Western Cape
Cape Town has just been named among Wine Enthusiasts Top Wine Getaways for 2018. In celebration of this achievement, we bring you some of the top wine festivals to attend in the...
12 Jan 2018
Western Cape Restaurants come out on top
Of the top 20 restaurants in the country, 15 are based in the Western Cape, small wonder then that the region is considered the gastronomic capital of South Africa.
8 Jan 2018
February events in the Western Cape
The festive season is a thing of the past, as is 2017, but don’t you fret, because 2018 has so much on offer and it looks like February is shaping up nicely to be a month of win...
19 Dec 2017
Franschhoek – more than wine!
Franschhoek is one of the most charming towns in the Cape Winelands, known for world class wine farms, gourmet food and behind the scenes cellar tours, but we’ve got news for you, ...
12 Dec 2017
Get festive in Cape Town and the Western Cape
The Festive Season is finally upon us and there is loads to do in Cape Town and the Western Cape! From market shopping to Carols by Candlelight, weekly music sessions to the Mother...
12 Dec 2017
Cultural Experiences in the Western Cape
The Western Cape is a hugely diverse province with a melting pot of cultures and heritage, all of which have had an impact on the landscape. Take a look at just some of the incredi...
5 Dec 2017
