Uncovering the best of the Western Cape.
September 6, 2023
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Where the Mountains Meet the Sea: Discovering the Western Cape
Western Cape
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. Set idyllically between Mountain and Sea. Cape Overberg.
December 7, 2020
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A luxury five-star eco-reserve set between mountains and sea in the Overberg region just 2 hours from Cape Town, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve lives loyally
Where to eat, drink and sleep in the Cape this holiday season.
December 13, 2018
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Wondering where to eat, drink and stay in the Cape over the next few weeks as the holiday season is upon us. Here are some
Spring is Loading. Local destinations for seeing in the prettiest of all Seasons.
September 4, 2018
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Following up on the Spring Wild Flowers West Coast National Park post I shared after an idyllic weekend spent exploring the area, I thought I’d share some
Tintswalo Atlantic Rises. A New Era of Ocean Inspired Living.
February 21, 2016
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Tintswalo Atlantic. – A 5-star luxury lodge found on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean between Hout Bay and Cape Town, mirroring the majesty
A night at Tintswalo Atlantic
February 14, 2016
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I spent a night at Tintswalo Atlantic, the ocean sweetheart of the Tintswalo Lodges, to experience the location, beauty and rebirth of this very special
Bain’s Kloof Pass: More than a Passage to the Hinterland. For Traveller24.
July 16, 2015
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Wellington. – It is true what they say, the best things in life are found closest to home; all you need to do is look. For
February 19, 2015
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McGregor. – Dreaming of flowers and paying homage to natural beauty. These I saw everywhere I looked whilst walking McGregor late last year with Mira
Grootbos. Where the WiFi Connects Automatically.
December 2, 2014
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Grootbos. – I love what you’ve done with the place! Its no secret that Grootbos is very special to me. I refer to it as my
December 1, 2014
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Fair Trade Tourism. – This little guy came in for a closer look while I was out at sea off Hermanus, whale-watching with Southern Right Charters. Love,
Fair Trade Tourism. Southern Right Charters.
November 30, 2014
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Fair Trade Tourism. – Its a funny thing, up until a week ago, I thought I’d actually seen whales. Whilst I’d stood on shorelines, clambered over
Fair Trade Tourism. Jan Harmsgat Country House.
November 30, 2014
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Fair Trade Tourism. – Dating back to 1723, Jan Harmsgat is today a five star country house with ten rooms in the manor house, renovated slave quarters and outbuildings.
Fair Trade Tourism. The White Shark Projects.
November 29, 2014
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Fair Trade Tourism. – Working out of Gansbaai in the Overberg, White Shark Projects fly the Fair Trade Tourism flag with pride, being one of only a
June 24, 2014
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Gondwana Game Reserve. – We had an incredible white Rhino sighting. The female, known lovingly to the rangers as Little Miss Daisy, has been on
Gondwana Game Reserve. A wonderful weekend on Safari.
June 24, 2014
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There’s nothing like an African Safari. One where a qualified ranger takes you across vast green plains and over rolling hills in search of game.
Elgin. Some did you know.
April 8, 2014
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These are the things I learnt about the Elgin area whilst visiting at South Hill Wines. – Only an hour from Cape Town over Sir
Uncovering the best of the Western Cape.
September 6, 2023
Where the Mountains Meet the Sea: Discovering the Western Cape
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. Set idyllically between Mountain and Sea. Cape Overberg.
December 7, 2020
A luxury five-star eco-reserve set between mountains and sea in the Overberg region just 2 hours from Cape Town, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve lives loyally by an ethos of sustainability, harmony and immersion in nature.
Where to eat, drink and sleep in the Cape this holiday season.
December 13, 2018
Wondering where to eat, drink and stay in the Cape over the next few weeks as the holiday season is upon us. Here are some top recommendations. BOCCA, Bree Street Discover a taste of urban
Spring is Loading. Local destinations for seeing in the prettiest of all Seasons.
September 4, 2018
Following up on the Spring Wild Flowers West Coast National Park post I shared after an idyllic weekend spent exploring the area, I thought I’d share some ideas on where best to celebrate the fact that Spring
Tintswalo Atlantic Rises. A New Era of Ocean Inspired Living.
February 21, 2016
Tintswalo Atlantic. – A 5-star luxury lodge found on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean between Hout Bay and Cape Town, mirroring the majesty of the setting in every uniquely designed suite … The
A night at Tintswalo Atlantic
February 14, 2016
I spent a night at Tintswalo Atlantic, the ocean sweetheart of the Tintswalo Lodges, to experience the location, beauty and rebirth of this very special place after the devastating fire that saw its closure last
Bain’s Kloof Pass: More than a Passage to the Hinterland. For Traveller24.
July 16, 2015
Wellington. – It is true what they say, the best things in life are found closest to home; all you need to do is look. For me home means Wellington in the Western Cape, the more
February 19, 2015
McGregor. – Dreaming of flowers and paying homage to natural beauty. These I saw everywhere I looked whilst walking McGregor late last year with Mira of McGregor Country Getaways. Perfect appeal.
Grootbos. Where the WiFi Connects Automatically.
December 2, 2014
Grootbos. – I love what you’ve done with the place! Its no secret that Grootbos is very special to me. I refer to it as my true wonderland and am always grateful for any opportunity to spend time
December 1, 2014
Fair Trade Tourism. – This little guy came in for a closer look while I was out at sea off Hermanus, whale-watching with Southern Right Charters. Love, nothing but a heart overflowing with love for him. So
Fair Trade Tourism. Southern Right Charters.
November 30, 2014
Fair Trade Tourism. – Its a funny thing, up until a week ago, I thought I’d actually seen whales. Whilst I’d stood on shorelines, clambered over rocks, peered through telescopes and focussed my extended lens across
Fair Trade Tourism. Jan Harmsgat Country House.
November 30, 2014
Fair Trade Tourism. – Dating back to 1723, Jan Harmsgat is today a five star country house with ten rooms in the manor house, renovated slave quarters and outbuildings. Proudly adopting Fair Trade practices, I am walked and talked
Fair Trade Tourism. The White Shark Projects.
November 29, 2014
Fair Trade Tourism. – Working out of Gansbaai in the Overberg, White Shark Projects fly the Fair Trade Tourism flag with pride, being one of only a couple of operators that have attained that certification in an
June 24, 2014
Gondwana Game Reserve. – We had an incredible white Rhino sighting. The female, known lovingly to the rangers as Little Miss Daisy, has been on the reserve for a while. She has been de-horned as
Gondwana Game Reserve. A wonderful weekend on Safari.
June 24, 2014
There’s nothing like an African Safari. One where a qualified ranger takes you across vast green plains and over rolling hills in search of game. Not quite knowing what you will meet as you round
Elgin. Some did you know.
April 8, 2014
These are the things I learnt about the Elgin area whilst visiting at South Hill Wines. – Only an hour from Cape Town over Sir Lowry’s Pass down into the valley and you’re there. –