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What's hip and happening around Cape Town and the Western Cape? Where are the coolest new hangouts, and what's the coolest experiences to add to your to do list? Find the answers to these and more questions on our latest blog posts. 

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10 Jun 2021
Great hikes of the Cape West Coast
The West Coast is one of the most diverse regions in the country, with each terrain connected through trails. Here are some of the top hikes to try.
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10 Jun 2021
Cederberg: North to South
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3 Jun 2021
Beaches of the Garden Route
The Garden Route has 17 Blue Flag beaches, more than any other region in South Africa. Discover this beautiful coast of the Western Cape. 
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3 Jun 2021
Exploring the Deep South: Cape Overberg
Justin Fox shares his journey along the Overberg and Garden Route coast, exploring a magical world of fishing hamlets, shipwrecks and hidden estuaries, ...
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3 Jun 2021
Hikes in the Garden Route
Reach new heights and gain a renewed perspective on the Garden Route by exploring the region through trails and hikes.
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30 Mar 2021
Great Gardens of the Winelands
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18 Feb 2021
Hike Sosyskloof in Jonkershoek Nature Reserve
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1 Feb 2021
Grab your board! Cape Town is surf central
From surfing and body boarding to kitesurfing and SUPping, Cape Town is the perfect spot to grab your board and hit the water. Take a look at our guide to all things surfing in ...
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21 Jan 2021
7 spectacular day hikes in Cape Town
Seven of our favorite hikes throughout the  Mother City!
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20 Jan 2021
Cape Town’s Parks and Gardens
Cape Town is one of the world's most visually beautiful cities, with an abundance of Parks and Gardens to enjoy. Take a look at some of our favourites. 
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15 Dec 2020
Reimagine: The Garden Route
New regulations announced by the South African government means that beaches in the Garden Route have been closed to help combat the Covid-19 pandemic. But this incredible regio...
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1 Dec 2020
Sensing the Cape Winelands
How to fully immerse yourself in the Cape Winelands.
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24 Nov 2020
Nature Reserves | West Coast
The Cape West Coast (Weskus) is a place so awe-inspiring, so jaw-droppingly beautiful, and so magical, you would need weeks to take it all in. Stretching from Malmesbury, just o...
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16 Nov 2020
National Parks in the Western Cape
In the spirit of the 15th annual South African National Parks Week from 16 – 20 November 2020, we’ve compiled a list of national parks in the Western Cape. 
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4 Nov 2020
Nature Reserves | Cape Town
Cape Town has always been considered the jewel in the crown of the Western Cape, with the city’s natural beauty, the depth of experiences on offer, and the iconic Table Mountain...
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29 Oct 2020
Sensing the Cape West Coast
How to fully immerse yourself in the Cape West Coast.
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28 Oct 2020
Nature Reserves | Cape Overberg
With a landscape dominated by gentle hills, enclosed by the ocean and foreboding mountain ranges, the Cape Overberg is a jaw-dropping natural wonderland.
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23 Oct 2020
Sensing the Cape Karoo
How to fully immerse yourself in the Cape Karoo.
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20 Oct 2020
Sensing the Cape Overberg
How to fully immerse yourself in the Cape Overberg.
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14 Oct 2020
Nature Reserves | Garden Route and Klein Karoo
The Garden Route and Klein Karoo is home breathtaking natural sights be it dramatic oceanside cliffs, ancient forests, or semi-arid deserts. Take advantage to see as much as pos...
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12 Oct 2020
Sensing the Garden Route & Klein Karoo
How to full immerse yourself in the Garden Route & Klein Karoo.
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7 Oct 2020
Nature Reserves | Cape Karoo
Some of the notable nature reserves from around the Cape Karoo region.
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24 Sep 2020
Karoo Crossing
The Karoo Crossing takes you on a 358km adventure as you journey through towns each with its unique charm, winding historic mountain passes and semi-desert plateaus.
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24 Sep 2020
Culture and Heritage in the Western Cape
The Western Cape is one the most culturally diverse places on earth, with a multi-cultural history and heritage. From the Khoi to the Cape Malay, the region has a depth of exper...