Named for a woman lauded for being resilient, creative and resourceful, Bertha Wines reminds of the power of community and the impact supportive women have
By invitation of Theresa Gibbon, I joined a group of 12 media for a treat overnight stay at The Den in Stellenbosch. Checking into my gorgeous studio apartment
Dylan Lewis is a South African artist who has emerged as one of the foremost figures in contemporary sculpture. Lewis’s work features in private collections
#VisitStellenbosch – During my recent visit to Stellenbosch on a #SoloExperience with Destinate and Stellenbosch 360, I spent the night at 22 Die Laan, located on the
Daniel Keulder, the recently appointed winemaker at Groot Constantia, offers insight into what lies ahead for South Africa’s oldest and most beloved wine producer. Raised
Treeshake’s 10 Influential Voices Changing the Face of Tourism in South Africa.
The Galileo Open Air Cinema is back this Summer season with a star-studded line-up!
The Ultimate Guide to Cape Town, South Africa.
South Africa’s Iconic National Botanical Gardens.
Where the Mountains Meet the Sea: Discovering the Western Cape
Ludus Magnus, A Jewel in the Heart of the Franschhoek Valley
Cape Town Art & Culture Is Calling. Where to get your creative fix in South Africa’s Mother City.
Five Weekend Escapes from Cape Town.
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I attended We Are Africa 2022, an incredible trade show that I always learn from. Supported by their head sponsors WESGRO, these are some of
There is nothing more exciting than travelling to a destination that whets your appetite. But many may argue that the best experience comes with a
Pangolin.Africa joins forces in effort to protect the most trafficked animal on earth.
Pet-friendly restaurants in Cape Town (and in Joburg and Pretoria) are the best kind of restaurants and ENTERTAINER have invited me to share their recently published post on the
A couple of weeks back by invitation of Manley Communications I joined a lunch at Delaire Graff Restaurant for a double celebration that marked their ten years in
The Cape Winelands serves as a natural choice for anybody who appreciates the finer things in life. Be it for an escape from reality as
Earlier this week I had the great pleasure of an indulgent, calming and restorative day at the Delaire Graff Estate, where I was invited to experience
Having lived in the Boland for twenty years I thought I’d seen the best of what the area has to offer, that was until I
This past week I was invited to join The Black Cellar Club, as they previewed the video of their recent Route 62 Brandy Tour.
If you missed it last year, just a note to say that the second annual #Chefs4Soil is to be held at the award-winning Chefs Warehouse
At a recent Travel Massive Event hosted by the Two Oceans Aquarium where they served a water-wise menu using only biodegradable products, we were treated to
I’ve been in the Cape Town area since 1996 and know this is where I belong, surrounded by the Cape fold mountains and her rather
24 hours in Franschhoek will never be enough, except to affirm that this gorgeous Cape Winelands town, so steeped in history and tradition, has a
One of the things that I love most about my job is that I get to meet inspiring people that are following their dreams in
A night at Majeka House and their Small Plates Menu.
Ever driven to enhance our time in the country, the Cape Winelands District and Municipality (CWDM) in collaboration with their Local Tourism Associations (LTA’s) launched 13
My weekend is pretty much sorted with the delivery of these Yonder Hill wines. Rather partial to a red wine, particularly Merlot, this was a lovely
Sundays are precious things, made sacred by time spent relaxed and recharging. By invitation of Manley Communications I joined a group of lovely folk
Voluntourism. – My article on ‘Voluntourism. Travel that Matters’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here. Included below for easy reading. ‘One of
My article on ’The Spier Revolution’ has just been published in African Travel Market and I’m so happy to be spreading the good word about
Majeka House. – Seen next to the indoor pool at Majeka House | AIR | Let’s hope nobody pulls the plug … Read more
Majeka House. – Here the water next to the bed is purified on site, offered in recycled glass bottles and offered for sale from reception.
Majeka House. – A breakfast for kings, queens and very very lucky girls. From home baked breads, pastries, preserves, a selection of cheese and charcuterie, fruit,
Majeka House. Where everything is considered.
Named for a woman lauded for being resilient, creative and resourceful, Bertha Wines reminds of the power of community and the impact supportive women have on each other. The family has always been interested in
By invitation of Theresa Gibbon, I joined a group of 12 media for a treat overnight stay at The Den in Stellenbosch. Checking into my gorgeous studio apartment with dashes of yellow and luxurious enjoying, right in the
Dylan Lewis is a South African artist who has emerged as one of the foremost figures in contemporary sculpture. Lewis’s work features in private collections throughout the UK, Continental Europe, United States and Australia, and
#VisitStellenbosch – During my recent visit to Stellenbosch on a #SoloExperience with Destinate and Stellenbosch 360, I spent the night at 22 Die Laan, located on the historical Avenue, next to the green-rimmed Eerste River. As they
Daniel Keulder, the recently appointed winemaker at Groot Constantia, offers insight into what lies ahead for South Africa’s oldest and most beloved wine producer. Raised in the Swartland, just an hour or so from Cape Town,
Treeshake’s 10 Influential Voices Changing the Face of Tourism in South Africa.
The Galileo Open Air Cinema is back this Summer season with a star-studded line-up!
The Ultimate Guide to Cape Town, South Africa.
South Africa’s Iconic National Botanical Gardens.
Where the Mountains Meet the Sea: Discovering the Western Cape
Ludus Magnus, A Jewel in the Heart of the Franschhoek Valley
Cape Town Art & Culture Is Calling. Where to get your creative fix in South Africa’s Mother City.
Five Weekend Escapes from Cape Town.
Five Cape Gourmet Restaurants That Honour the Change In Season.
I attended We Are Africa 2022, an incredible trade show that I always learn from. Supported by their head sponsors WESGRO, these are some of the reasons they recommend spending much time in the Western
There is nothing more exciting than travelling to a destination that whets your appetite. But many may argue that the best experience comes with a glass in hand. Life is a celebration, and wine tourism
Pangolin.Africa joins forces in effort to protect the most trafficked animal on earth.
Pet-friendly restaurants in Cape Town (and in Joburg and Pretoria) are the best kind of restaurants and ENTERTAINER have invited me to share their recently published post on the best pet-friendly restaurants in our city. Because we all know how
A couple of weeks back by invitation of Manley Communications I joined a lunch at Delaire Graff Restaurant for a double celebration that marked their ten years in operation and announced the appointment of their new Head Chef.
The Cape Winelands serves as a natural choice for anybody who appreciates the finer things in life. Be it for an escape from reality as you indulgently fly in for lunch, sip bubbly after a
Earlier this week I had the great pleasure of an indulgent, calming and restorative day at the Delaire Graff Estate, where I was invited to experience their newly refurbished – and rejuvenated Spa. Adopting a holistic
Having lived in the Boland for twenty years I thought I’d seen the best of what the area has to offer, that was until I spent a weekend at The Light House Boutique Suites in
This past week I was invited to join The Black Cellar Club, as they previewed the video of their recent Route 62 Brandy Tour. Sponsored by the SA Brandy Foundation, they were introduced to
If you missed it last year, just a note to say that the second annual #Chefs4Soil is to be held at the award-winning Chefs Warehouse Beau Constantia on 20 June, when top chef Ivor Jones
At a recent Travel Massive Event hosted by the Two Oceans Aquarium where they served a water-wise menu using only biodegradable products, we were treated to some insight into the work that they do there in
I’ve been in the Cape Town area since 1996 and know this is where I belong, surrounded by the Cape fold mountains and her rather moody oceans. I proudly and constantly encourage all I meet
24 hours in Franschhoek will never be enough, except to affirm that this gorgeous Cape Winelands town, so steeped in history and tradition, has a myriad of activities, attractions, restaurants, wine estates and offerings that
One of the things that I love most about my job is that I get to meet inspiring people that are following their dreams in beautiful parts of the world, and hear their story. That
A night at Majeka House and their Small Plates Menu.
Ever driven to enhance our time in the country, the Cape Winelands District and Municipality (CWDM) in collaboration with their Local Tourism Associations (LTA’s) launched 13 Tourism Town Mobile Apps at Bosjes Restaurant between Worcester and
My weekend is pretty much sorted with the delivery of these Yonder Hill wines. Rather partial to a red wine, particularly Merlot, this was a lovely delivery to see me through the quiet days before my
Sundays are precious things, made sacred by time spent relaxed and recharging. By invitation of Manley Communications I joined a group of lovely folk for Sunday lunch at Oldenburg Wine Estate, set in the
Voluntourism. – My article on ‘Voluntourism. Travel that Matters’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here. Included below for easy reading. ‘One of the largest and fastest growing sectors of tourism in the
My article on ’The Spier Revolution’ has just been published in African Travel Market and I’m so happy to be spreading the good word about Spier Wine Farm, their philosophy and gentle relationship with the
Majeka House. – Seen next to the indoor pool at Majeka House | AIR | Let’s hope nobody pulls the plug … Read more about my incredible night at Majeka House here.
Majeka House. – Here the water next to the bed is purified on site, offered in recycled glass bottles and offered for sale from reception. This is a place where the environment is considered, disposable
Majeka House. – A breakfast for kings, queens and very very lucky girls. From home baked breads, pastries, preserves, a selection of cheese and charcuterie, fruit, nuts, yogurt, juices, tea, coffee and a choice of cooked
Majeka House. Where everything is considered.
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