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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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Nature and wildlife

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9 Sep 2020
Culture and Heritage on the Cape West Coast
The Cape West Coast (Weskus) is known for its coastal stretches and its inland beauty, its seafood and its warm locals. From fishing and surfing to a ‘lekker kuier’ (an...
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1 Sep 2020
Kids Stay Free Collateral
Download the Kids Stay Free collateral for all participating accommodation providers here.
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20 Aug 2020
We're Open - West Coast (Weskus)
Take a look at some of the incredible specials waiting for you in the Cape West Coast (Weskus). 
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19 Aug 2020
We're Open
Cape Town and the Western Cape is open, and ready to welcome you safely. With six inspiring regions across this magnificent province, take a look at some of our world-class, aff...
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13 Aug 2020
Time for a road trip | Garden Route and Klein Karoo
Packed full of experiences, wide open spaces, epic coastal towns – and just as epic inland towns – the Garden Route and Klein Karoo is easily one of best road trips you could ta...
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8 Aug 2020
4 Wild cats found in the Western Cape
While you can spot big cats in local game reserves around the Cape, we’ve looked a little bit closer at the four wild cats that call the Western Cape home.
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4 Aug 2020
Find your next adventure in the Garden Route and Klein Karoo
Surfing at Vic Bay, zip-lining over the ocean in Mossel Bay, an abundance of marine wildlife along the coast and wide-open spaces to explore inland, the Garden Route and Klein K...
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13 May 2020
Dreaming of One Day in the Western Cape | The West Coast
While travel is on pause, there’s nothing stopping us from enjoying a virtual day out! Join us in supporting local tour guides by tuning in to our new One Day in the Western Cap...
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21 Feb 2020
New and Unique in the Garden Route and Klein Karoo
One the most beautiful, diverse and awe-inspiring regions in the country, the Garden Route and Klein Karoo is also one of the most-loved road trips to embark on. Stretching from...
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10 Sep 2019
Southpole Nordic Walking South Africa
Southpole proudly provides the finest correct Nordic Walking Technique training and equipment in South Africa. People of all ages, fitness, and skill levels are welcome to the N...
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2 Sep 2019
SanParks Free Access Week
From 8 to 15 September, you will be able to aceess all SA National Parks in the Western Cape for free, with the exception of the Boulders Penguin Colony and the Table Mountain Cabl...
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14 May 2019
The Washerwoman Trail
An exciting historical walk on Cape Town’s Water combined with a touch of adventure on the oldest route below the slopes Table Mountain
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13 May 2019
Ebike Cape Town
Ebike Cape Town invites you on an adventure of a lifetime, discovering the most breath-taking sights in Cape Town
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10 Dec 2018
Discover the Western Cape by road and by rail
What better ways to discover the Western Cape than a road trip or by rail?
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26 Sep 2018
Travel apps for Cape Town and the Western Cape
Travelling to new destinations can be tricky, what with not knowing anything about the place you will be travelling to, and while you can research your holiday before leaving, i...
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15 Aug 2018
Discover the tastes of the Western Cape
Home to some of the world’s most bountiful vineyards and boasting numerous award-winning restaurants, Cape Town and the Western Cape is a gastronomic wonderland, with a history int...
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14 Aug 2018
Family-friendly wine farms in the Western Cape
Parents, we feel you. You're longing for a relaxing day out, sipping on crisp cultivars, surrounded by rolling vineyards and enjoying a delicious meal at a wine estate.
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13 Aug 2018
Septembers events in the Western Cape
Spring is about to be sprung this September in Cape Town and there are loads of events to enjoy as the weather starts to warm up. From wildflower shows to whales cavorting in th...
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7 Aug 2018
Faine Pearl Loubser
Conservationist, film-maker, free-diver and free spirit, Faine Pearl Loubser spends most of her time exploring the depths of the oceans around the Western Cape, discovering the nat...
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7 Aug 2018
Discover wild flowers on the Weskus
Every year in August and September, the Cape West Coast (Weskus) is covered in a blanket of wild flowers, drawing thousands of visitors from across the country and beyond.
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3 Aug 2018
Food and Wine Pairings in the Western Cape
What is better than sipping top South African wines in a beautiful setting? Pairing their flavours with delicious bites, of course.
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27 Jul 2018
Get your coffee fix in the Western Cape
Coffee culture is a big deal in Cape Town and the Western Cape with every coffee nut having his or her favourite blend. Here are some of the top coffee spots on our list.
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6 Jul 2018
August Events in the Western Cape
Plenty on the go in the Western Cape this August. Music, wine, chocolate and more!
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25 Jun 2018
Family-friendly experiences in the Western Cape
The Western Cape is a perfect destination for families wanting to explore. From wide-open space and exotic animals to land and sea safaris, there is plenty to keep you and your lov...