Cape Town was voted the second best city in the world in 2024. It’s easy to see why. Cape Town has the mountains, the sea, an incredible foodie scene and award-winning wines. There are plenty of bucket list experiences most people come to Cape Town to tick off: Table Mountain, Cape of Good Hope, seeing […]
The Best Cabin Stays and Hot Tub Stays in the Western Cape
Cabin season is HERE and the Western Cape doesn’t have a shortage of wonderful cabins and hot tub stays near to Cape Town. If you’re looking for the perfect weekend away for these wintery months then make sure you book a stay at one of these gorgeous cabin and hot tub stays. This list is […]
Leopard’s Kloof Waterfall Hike
The Leopard’s Kloof Waterfall hike is located inside the Harold Porter Botanical Garden in Betty’s Bay. It is a relatively easy hike through a beautiful mountain valley with three stunning waterfalls along the way. Over the years the Krom Rivier Hike in the Du Toitskloof Mountains has become increasing popular. It is an absolutely stunning […]
Kasteelspoort Hike
Kasteelspoort Hike is one of the most insta-worthy hikes in Cape Town. Made famous by the iconic diving board rock set above the great Atlantic, this Cape Town Hike is on every traveller’s bucket list. This is one of my favourite hikes up Table Mountain with some of the best views of the coast line […]
How to book & plan for the Tsitsikamma Trail
The Tsitsikamma Trail is a 6 day, 60km multi-day hike which begins at Nature’s Valley Rest Camp and ends at Storms River. It is one of the most beautiful multi-day hikes in South Africa and definitely needs to be on your bucket list. The trail takes you deep into the Tsitsikamma Forest and along beautiful […]
Myburgh’s Waterfall Ravine Hike
Myburgh’s Waterfall Ravine Hike is a beautiful hike above Tarragona Estate in Hout Bay. In winter you’ll be treated to a gorgeous waterfall streaming down a mossy slab of rock and in late January/February you may be treated to sightings of the rare red disas. The hike isn’t too tricky and offers beautiful scenery as […]
Oudekraal beach, Cape Town
Oudekraal beach is a real hidden gem in Cape Town and definitely a summer day experience to add to your Cape Town bucket list. Oudekraal is part of Table Mountain National Park and so is one of the very few paid beaches in Cape Town (the others being Boulders Beach and the Cape Point Nature […]
Skeleton Gorge & Nursery Ravine, Table Mountain Hike
One of the most popular routes to hike up to the top of Table Mountain is Skeleton Gorge. This hike is on the Newlands side of Table Mountain which means you’ll climb up through a gorgeous forest and end at the top of the mountain at the Hely-Hutchinson dam. If you’re looking for city views […]
Best Restaurants in Cape Town 2024: Foodie Guide
Cape Town Foodie Guide 2.0 is back! Back in 2021 I released my complete Cape Town Foodie Guide, but the Cape Town foodie scene is ever changing and I have since discovered even more fabulous spots for you to try out. I have also recently updated my original guide so be sure to browse it […]
The Perfect Picnic in Cape Town
Summer is here! The days are getting longer, it’s getting warmer and picnic season is officially here. Capetonians looooove a sunset adventure, whether it’s a cheeky after work sundowner or an evening picnic on the beach. There are also plenty of beautiful green spaces to enjoy a picnic in Cape Town. I’ve partnered with Protea Picnics […]
A weekend away to Hermanus
Located only 1,5 hours from Cape Town, Hermanus is a perfect weekend away destination from Cape Town. From whale watching, to wine tasting, farmer’s markets and hiking, Hermanus has plenty to offer. Read this comprehensive guide to plan your next weekend getaway to Hermanus. What to do in Hermanus for a weekend away Visit the […]
Glamping at AfriCamps
AfriCamps is a boutique glamping chain in South Africa. AfriCamps has beautiful tented camps in some of the most beautiful locations across South Africa, including Stanford, Wellington, Wildneress, the Midlands and Hazyview in the Kruger area. Each location has around 10 tented camps which are fully equipped and sleep up to five people. AfriCamps Glamping […]