After a lovely brunch at Ile de Pain, we headed to the touristy Knysna Waterfront Quays. It’s a lovely place to indulge in some ice-cream and watch the boats go by. The weather (and the shopping) were not that appealing so I skipped to the main attraction! Google “Things to do in Knysna” and you … [Read more…]
Have you ever wanted to see birds of prey up close and personal? Then visiting this amazing rehabilitation reserve for birds of prey is definitely something for you. I decided to visit this reserve as I have quite a crazy obsession with owls and I heard that you can take some selfies as well as … [Read more…]
The Big Tree is situated in the beautiful Eastern Cape leg of the Garden Route and tucked away in the Tstistikamma Forest (along the N2 between the Storms River Bridge and the Storms River Valley Turn off ). The Tsitsikamma Forest is home to many species of fynbos as well as ancient trees such as … [Read more…]
It’s that time of the year – the time to shutdown your work laptop and relax! To have some fun with family and friends. These are some of the things we recommend you get up too this festive season: Movies, Concerts & Events Do movies and music in style this summer. Why not try – … [Read more…]
I love going to the movies and when I heard about the new Cine Prestige opening on Friday the 28th November 2014 in Cavendish Square, I immediately booked my ticket to watch the Mocking Jay Part 1. The ticket price for Cinema Prestige (just the ticket) is about R110 per ticket. Discovery Vitality members get … [Read more…]
A true escape into a real African gem! I happened to come across this special on Groupon and was very excited so jumped at the opportunity as I have never been on a real Safari retreat. Botlierskop is a 4 star private game lodge situated between Outeniqua Mountains and the Indian ocean, in the heart … [Read more…]
The Galileo Open Air Cinema has become a highlight of the Cape Town summer calendar. They have added some great new venues where we can enjoy romance and fun under the stars. The new venues include: Hillcrest Quarry: Durbanville Kirstenbosch Garden: Newlands V&A Waterfront: Foreshore The Palms: Woodstock Central Park: Century City FEDISA Rooftop: CBD … [Read more…]
So you may have read our article on the Strawberry Fair at the Stellenbosch Slow Market, well on Saturday morning, I gave up my usual routine of early morning laundry and rushing to pilates class (any excuse!) and rounded up my nearest and dearest to head to the beautiful Stellenbosch. We got there around 11am … [Read more…]
Don’t you just love spring? The boots are packed away, jerseys are tossed to the back of the closet and we are all getting that much needed Vitamin D. Another great thing about the warmer seasons in the Western Cape: Summer fruits! On the 1st of November, the Stellenbosch Slow Market will be celebrating their … [Read more…]
My buddy once invited my then boyfriend (now hubby) and I to celebrate his birthday with him at Caledon Hotel and Casino. Back in my broker days (2010 was rough y’all) we road tripped out to Caledon and had an awesome day in the hot pools. It was the middle of the week which was … [Read more…]