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Old School Winter Getaways Sometimes a cold, wet Cape winter can bring about a feeling of nostalgia. There’s a longing for the comfort of home, but overlaid with desire for luxury imbued with a [...]

Socialising through Technology: the communication benefits during Covid-19 Technology has completely changed the way we interact. We can speak to people on our cell phones or online at any time [...]

The Lockdown Lifestyle: changes you can make to remain resourceful under lockdown We should regard lockdown time not as a period of restriction and frustration, but rather an opportunity to do [...]

The Value of Antiques: old world charm in a new world investment There’s probably no more satisfying creative endeavour than taking a beautiful piece of old craftsmanship and restoring it to its [...]

Best places in the Cape for romantic moments It must be an irrefutable fact that Cape Town and surrounds provide some of the most beautiful and memorable scenic experiences in the world. For [...]

Revive your inner spirit in 2020: a lifestyle bucket list There’s an interesting space between New Year resolutions and bucket lists of things to do – and that difference lies in how you change [...]

Top criteria for choosing a holiday destination in the Western Cape One would probably choose the Western Cape as a holiday destination purely because it is the home of Cape Town, which is one of [...]

Festive Season Shopping: best places for that shopping spree! The festive season seems to come around more quickly as each year passes! Some might find this exhausting while others may jump [...]

Arts and Crafts, Bargains and Bikes: intriguing entertainment in Cape Town While Cape Town basks in glorious places to see and things to do, including natural wonders and glitzy entertainment – [...]

New Things to do in Winter in Cape Town and the Western Cape One thing that is inarguable about Cape Town, is that we probably have the best climate in the world. We rarely go below 10C in winter [...]

Style and Entertainment: Your Culture Fix in Cape Town Getting your culture fix in Cape Town is probably the easiest thing around – you are spoilt for choice depending on what you like. Theatre, [...]

Glamping: camping with benefits (er…total luxury) Remember camping? How it used to be? Driving into the middle of nowhere or finding a campsite with a disinterested attendant who was nowhere to [...]

Riebeeck-Kasteel and Riebeeck West: the perfect Cape getaways If you’re looking for a fabulous day trip out of Cape Town – or a weekend getaway – you can’t beat the historical and quirky sister [...]

Good, great, GREENEST Green is the new black when it comes to structural and systems improvements in the home. Opting for eco-friendly interventions is no longer a question of preference but [...]

Nine Amazing Photoshoot Locations in Cape Town Why stop at 9, you might ask. In Cape Town we are undoubtedly spoilt for choice. Mountain, sea, winelands, beaches, forests. Almost around every [...]

Small changes that can make a big difference In our fast-paced, technology driven world it’s more important than ever to appreciate, and emphasise, the small things in life. Why? Firstly, our [...]

Exploring Long Street Every year, Long Street draws thousands of locals and international tourists to its shops, bars, restaurants and sights. It is known the world over for its eclectic mix of [...]

Public spaces in Cape Town It’s no secret that Cape Town draws investors, professionals, tourists and students for the unique lifestyle that it offers. From a nightlife built on world-class [...]

Best indoor markets in Cape Town The days are getting shorter in Cape Town and the sun isn’t as warm out as it was a month ago, and (hopefully) rain clouds will soon grace our southern skies. [...]

The Classic nine Constantia Valley Wine Farms The Southern Suburbs is a special place for more than just one or two reasons. The Constantia Wine Valley is made up of nine stunning that farms [...]

Best winter hotspots for red wine and fireplaces Ah, winter. We often have such a love-hate relationship with the chilly season. Rain, cold, early sunsets, late sunrises – the negative-list [...]

Valentine’s Day: make it a tribute to the love and kindness of others Valentine’s Day on 14 February is traditionally hailed as one of joy, love and happiness. A time to exchange messages of [...]

8 alternative ways to share the love this Valentine’s Day We get it, Valentine’s Day seems overrated. All the red teddies in the stores, coffee mugs with hearts printed on them, “I love [...]

The Quiet (not really) Surprise awaiting you in Elgin/Grabouw When next you’re looking for a quiet getaway that’s not too far from Cape Town, you might well think that a few days in the beautiful [...]

Local Markets not to miss in the Southern Suburbs Apart from mountains, malls, wine farms and wedding venues, the Southern Suburbs also boasts some tantalising markets. If you don’t know by now, [...]

Wild about the West Coast The Cape West coast has become a favourite road trip route over the past few years – especially between August and September during flower season when people [...]

Why Cape Point should be #1 on your adventure list Cape Point is more than just a stunning lookout point or a location to sit and watch the waves of the ocean as you contemplate life. Really. [...]

Four fabulous coastal breaks in the Western Cape It’s that time of the year again when all you want is peace and quiet, and a good break by the sea to refresh the mind and calm the spirit. The [...]

Five Scenic Road Trips in Cape Town For a great road trip, you need great music, snacks, and excellent coffee – and obviously an awesome scenic route! Aren’t you lucky to be in the Western [...]

Southern comfort: the white-picket fence dream Cape Town is a wonderful, diverse city. According to many foreign visitors, it’s one of the most diverse cities they see when they visit South [...]

What to taste when wine tasting You might have thought it strange your whole life that people taste things like chocolate, berries, vanilla, clove, or even citrus fruits in wine when, in fact, [...]

Surfing 101: the what, where and how Learning to surf is on many people’s bucket list. Perhaps not very close to the top if you find yourself living inland in a place like Johannesburg or in the [...]

On Point: Hidden gems in the Cape Peninsula Each year millions of tourists touchdown in the Mother City for a good time of exploration, nightlife, food, and cultural experiences. From April to [...]

Making the most of beach days As holiday mode kicks in, many are dusting off their beach umbrellas and bathers and getting ready for their trips to the Cape. Maybe it’s your first time in the [...]

Our top 8 local coffee roasteries in Cape Town It’s our best friend in the morning, on a drive, when we’re feeling stressed, even sometimes when we have a headache. What would we do without [...]

24 Hours in the Overberg – things to do in Hermanus, Kleinmond and Onrus To recharge those run-down batteries and sweep away the stress of work pressures, a superb quick-fix solution lies [...]

Nothing beats the northern suburbs Never say this to someone from the southern suburbs though. If you’re new to Cape Town, you’ll quickly realise that Capetonians are quite passionate about their [...]

Exploring False Bay: how to have the ultimate adventure Adventure awaits around every corner in the Mother City, especially in False Bay. Apart from stunning beaches and top-notch restaurants, it [...]

Cape Country Living: The 3 C’s of Why and 3 Options for Where Small town living is making a comeback. City life – although exciting – easily becomes hurried and stressful. Living in the [...]

Culinary experiences in Bo-Kaap Cape Town is world-renowned for its culinary experiences (no surprise here), however, the aspect that makes it so unique is the diverse cultures that all come [...]

Ten Historical Facts you might not know about Cape Town Perhaps you know that Table Mountain is roughly 1,000m high, that Boulders Beach has a massive colony of Jackass penguins, or that the [...]

Endless energy, quality culture, fun and festivities – this is Cape Town Quality of life in Cape Town is something different. It’s something quite difficult to explain to non-Capetonians [...]

24 hours in the Southern Suburbs Seeing that Cape Town is a relatively small place, it’s actually quite easy to break it up into sections and explore from there. For example, the West Coast, [...]

Surfing 102: Getting more advanced Cape Town has a wonderful surfing culture. That’s to be expected with so many beaches and favourable surfing conditions! As you progress from a beginner to an [...]

The art of wine tasting It ’s almost summertime in the city of Cape Town and surrounds! Even though most of us are glued to our desks at the office or in class, it doesn’t mean that weekends [...]

24 hours in the Boland: what to see, do and taste The Boland is synonymous with wine and mountains and it draws thousands of people each year to experience all its wonderful winelands have to [...]