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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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11 Jun 2018
July events in the Western Cape
From annual winter festivals to comedians and musical extravaganzas, there is plenty on in the Western Cape in July.
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12 Jan 2018
Western Cape Restaurants come out on top
Of the top 20 restaurants in the country, 15 are based in the Western Cape, small wonder then that the region is considered the gastronomic capital of South Africa.
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8 Jan 2018
February events in the Western Cape
The festive season is a thing of the past, as is 2017, but don’t you fret, because 2018 has so much on offer and it looks like February is shaping up nicely to be a month of win...
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19 Dec 2017
Franschhoek – more than wine!
Franschhoek is one of the most charming towns in the Cape Winelands, known for world class wine farms, gourmet food and behind the scenes cellar tours, but we’ve got news for you, ...
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12 Dec 2017
Get festive in Cape Town and the Western Cape
The Festive Season is finally upon us and there is loads to do in Cape Town and the Western Cape! From market shopping to Carols by Candlelight, weekly music sessions to the Mother...
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12 Dec 2017
Cultural Experiences in the Western Cape
The Western Cape is a hugely diverse province with a melting pot of cultures and heritage, all of which have had an impact on the landscape. Take a look at just some of the incredi...
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5 Dec 2017
Adventure in the Weskus
The Weskus is a region that boasts both culture and heritage AND adventure in spades! Here are five adventure experiences for all you adrenaline junkies out there!
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4 Dec 2017
Adventure experiences in the Western Cape
The Western Cape is home to some of the greatest adventure experiences in the country. From bouldering to biking, the province has it all to offer.
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1 Dec 2017
Top restaurant itinerary
The Western Cape is home to 15 of the top restaurants in the country AND nine of the top 10. It’s fair to say the province is foodie heaven and a place that will certainly satisfy ...
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1 Dec 2017
January events in the Western Cape
Summer is in full swing in the Western Cape and come January there will still be loads to do! Break out your best outfits for the horse races, slip into your cleats for a race of a...
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1 Dec 2017
You summer guide to the Western Cape
Summer is in full swing in Cape Town and the Western Cape. As you prepare to enjoy the summer months in our part of the world, have a look below to ensure you maximise your time wi...
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23 Nov 2017
Discover the undiscovered wine routes in Cape Town and the Western Cape
The wine routes of South Africa are mostly found within the Western Cape where the bulk of the country’s wine production takes place. The wine routes includes world class wine esta...
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22 Nov 2017
You West Coast (Weskus) Bucket List
If you're planning on visiting Weskus, make sure you take a look at our bucket list for the region!
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16 Nov 2017
December events in the Western Cape
Beer, surfing, champagne, running and mountain biking! Yep, summer is here and come December there is plenty of awesome events to attend, support and take part in. Start planning y...
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20 Oct 2017
Five things you HAVE to do in Hermanus
Just 90-minutes outside of Cape Town lies the idyllic coastal town of Hermanus.
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6 Oct 2017
Megan mackenzie
The Ultra Trail Cape Town is a beast of an event. Consisting of three races - 100km, 65km and 35km - it is also an epic one.
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6 Oct 2017
Cape Town beaches land blue flag status
No less than 10 beaches in Cape Town have been awarded Blue Flag status for the summer season.
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4 Oct 2017
Five things to do in Swellendam
One of the oldest towns in South Africa, Swellendam is the perfect place to unwind for a couple of days.
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29 Sep 2017
Your Cape Overberg Bucket List
The Cape Oveberg in the Western Cape is a region of great diversity, incredible adventure activities and amazing cultural offerings, while for food and wine it is also top of class...
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20 Sep 2017
Five things you HAVE to do in the Elgin Valley
The Elgin Valley is quickly becoming known for its natural beauty, an epic mix of lush, forest trails and rugged mountain rock, and beautiful vineyards and apple orchards. Both a h...
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12 Sep 2017
Discover Gansbaai in the Western Cape
You won’t find many towns as unassuming as Gansbaai. Just over two hours from Cape Town, and just 30 minutes from Hermanus, this Overberg town has a lot more on offer than the Grea...
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8 Sep 2017
October events in the Western Cape
October is jam-packed with events across the Western Cape. Rocking the Daisies, mountain bike races, wine and boats, it’s all happening next month.
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6 Sep 2017
Family friendly options on the Cape West Coast
The Cape West Coast (Weskus) is easily one the of the most underrated regions in the Western Cape – and the country – with a huge amount of diverse experiences to enjoy, ranging fr...
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21 Aug 2017
MTB trails you HAVE to ride in the Western Cape
The mountain biking community in the Western Cape is massive with a huge amount of trails to test your skills on, regardless of whether you are a downhill demon or still have your ...