Brookdale Estate (Paarl Winelands) to launch new Exclusive-Use Lodge in 2026
Brookdale Estate will be expanding its Manor House accommodation offering with the addition of a new private lodge that is scheduled to open in the first quarter of the new year (2026). Currently under construction in a secluded corner of the 67-hectare wine estate with panoramic views across the Paarl Winelands, The Lodge at Brookdale Estate […]
THE MARINE INVITES FESTIVALGOERS TO THE KALFIEFEES (1 – 10 AUGUST 2025)
Soon it will be festival time again in the vibrant coastal town of Hermanus, which will be hosting the annual Kalfiefees from 1 to 10 August 2025. The Kalfiefees (‘Calf Festival’) takes its name from this time of year when the whales come to Walker Bay to calve, providing visitors with excellent whale watching opportunities while these gigantic cetaceans […]
Eendracht Hotel Changes Hands — Exciting New Chapter for an Iconic Stellenbosch Landmark
Stellenbosch, South Africa — The Lutz Family has officially sold the historic Eendracht Hotel to a respected local businessman, marking a new chapter for one of Stellenbosch’s most cherished hospitality establishments. Known for its warm Stellenbosch hospitality, rich heritage and prime location in the heart of the historic town centre, Eendracht Hotel continues to be […]
Sip, Savour, & Celebrate: Backsberg Elevates Easter With The Perfect Merlot And Chocolate Fusion
This Autumn, Backsberg Family Wines takes indulgence to new heights with the perfect pairing of their Plum Valley Merlot and the decadence of chocolate. At the heart of Easter celebrations is the estate’s acclaimed Plum Valley Merlot—an elegant, full-bodied red that pairs beautifully with chocolate and rich desserts. To complement the wine’s fruit-forward notes and […]
The Secret Is Out! Experience Dorp, Cape Town’s Hidden Hillside Haven
Dorp recently held a summer celebration to relaunch the hotel to a collection of friends, old and new. Guests were given a peek behind the doors of what has often been described as Cape Town’s best kept secret, a hidden gem perched at the top of Signal Hill in the colourful and historic Bo-Kaap neighbourhood on […]
ICON VILLAS ADDS MJEJANE KRUGER VILLA TO ITS ‘JOURNEYS’ PORTFOLIO
Icon Villas has added the magnificent Mjejane Kruger Villa to its portfolio. Privately owned and personally managed, Icon Villas has been operating for 28 years and is widely recognised as a leader in the private villa rental market in South Africa. The Icon Villas’ Cape Town portfolio includes a choice of more than 100 top-end Bespoke Villas, luxurious […]
Backsberg Family Wines Unveils an Unmissable Summer Experience at its Franschhoek Cellar Door
Perfectly timed with the arrival of summer, Backsberg Family Wines welcomes guests to its Franschhoek cellar door, one of the valley’s hidden gems and a ‘must-visit’ for all wine lovers. Tucked off the vibrant main road and with encompassing mountain views, this fifth-generation winery boasts over a century of heritage with a fresh new energy, […]
Giveaway! Win 5 x double tickets!
Join Drumstruck this summer in Cape Town for the ultimate South African experience Imagine the perfect combination of South African music, heritage, food, wine and…drumming! Well, look no further. Get ready to fall in love with South Africa (again) at the Drumstruck museum-theatre experience, opening this October at the magnificent Silvermist Wine Estate in Cape […]
Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa Invites Nature Lovers to the Annual Open Gardens Event Benefiting Helderberg Hospice
Somerset West, Western Cape – Nature lovers and gardening enthusiasts can rejoice as the Open Gardens event returns from October 25 to 27, 2024, showcasing 15 breathtaking gardens in the Helderberg Region, including the indigenous gardens at Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa, which are thrilled to be part of this year’s celebration. This event not only […]
Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa Celebrates Dog-Friendly Status: Offering Exceptional Stays for All Family Members, Furry Friends Included.
Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa, set amidst the serene beauty of Somerset West in the heart of the Helderberg, is delighted celebrate its new pet-friendly status, extending a warm welcome to both guests and now their beloved canine companions, too. Understanding the importance of pets as an integral part of the family, Erinvale invites small […]