enmasse – the experience
In today’s post, our lovely marketing whizzkid Dom shares her thoughts on the ultimate pampering experience of Thai style massage in Cape Town. Here’s what Dom had to say after trying this luxurious encounter for herself recently… The iconic Thai massage is believed to be a way to open the flow of energy in the […]
5 Reasons to Look Forward to Autumn in Cape Town
Autumn in Cape Town is pretty much here, and while there are many who wish that we could eke out just a little bit more summer, this time of year is quite special indeed. April and May typically fall into the autumn season; marked by gloriously vivid scenery, warm pleasant weather and crisp, cool mornings […]
5 Most Unusual Hotels in South Africa
You might think South Africa is exotic enough, without the need to spice up the experience even further with an offbeat hotel, but once you’ve seen some of these beauties you might change your mind: Daddy Long Legs Hotels, Capetown There are two Daddy Long Legs Hotels, each delivering a walk on the weird side […]
Amazing Theatres and Shows in Cape Town
If you’re keen to take a walk on the more cultured side of life, you will more than likely want to try some of the top notch theatres in Cape Town. The Mother City has had a love for theatre for pretty much ever, growing a bit more each and every year. And, much like […]
The 4C’s of Luxury Cape Town
Cape Town has a wealth of unique luxury activities to offer in between its signature tourist attractions such as Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront. Even to Capetownians, some of these luxury activities remain a secret treasure. On Friday, the Cape Town Diamond Museum set out to show some of Cape Town’s bloggers what ‘luxury […]
Cape Town’s Booming Film Industry
These days, celeb spotting has become a regular part of life in the Mother City, as the Cape Town film industry continues to thrive. From seeing hunky leading man Ryan Reynolds out and about at local bars in the City Centre, to catching a glimpse of Leo or even Nic Cage trying to hide from […]
Infecting the City & Other March Events in Cape Town
With much to look forward to in the way of March events in Cape Town, visitors and locals will be enjoying a vibrant month as we begin the progression into autumn. One of the most note-worthy events taking place this month is the much-anticipated Infecting the City art festival that kicks off on Monday 11 […]
Cape Argus Cycle Tour 2013
With the Cape Argus Cycle Tour 2013 now just over a week away, one thing is for sure – cyclists all over the world are bracing themselves for the biggest cycling event on the continent! Now in its 36th year, this world famous sporting event began in the late 1970s, to raise awareness for the […]
5 Things I Never Knew About Cape Town
You would think that after 32 years living in this city, it was not too easy to surprise me, but I discover new and amazing things about Cape Town all the time. This is one of the things I love most about my hometown – despite its relatively small size in comparison to other cities […]
Cape Getaway Show 2013
The highly anticipated Cape Getaway Show, brought to you by Mercedes-Benz Vans, returns to Lourensford Wine Estate in Somerset West from 15-17 March 2013. 2012 saw over 17 800 visitors flocking to Africa’s leading travel & outdoor show and this year promises to be an even more exhilarating experience for travel, adventure and outdoor enthusiasts. 2013 […]
Cape Town International Jazz Festival 2013
The Mother City is getting ready to host the hugely successful Cape Town International Jazz Festival in just a few months, which will run over the weekend of Friday 5 April and Saturday 6 April. Now approaching its 14th year, the 2013 Jazz Fest promises to be bigger, bolder and better than ever before! What […]
Prepare to be Moonstruck at Clifton This Weekend
Beat the post-Valentine’s blues this weekend with Moonstruck 2013 at Clifton Fourth – an evening of music, entertainment and dancing. While Cape Town’s beaches are amazing during the heat of the long, hot summer days, they are even more mesmerising in the light of a full moon. This Saturday, locals and visitors alike can party […]
Celebrating the Month of Love, Cape Town Style
This February, Cape Town romantic dates abound. This is not in the least surprising – not only is this the month of love, it is also the height of summer too. What better time to head out with someone special and make the most of the glorious days and long nights? Romantic Date Ideas […]
Cape Town in the World’s Spotlight
As we kick off 2013, we also want to take a look back on a year filled with travel awards and other accolades for the Mother City. Every year, Cape Town’s place on the world’s map is cemented just a little bit more. And while we may be biased, we can’t help but agree that […]
Romantic Valentine’s Ideas on a Budget
Just one more week, and it is Valentine’s Day in Cape Town! While not all of us get mushy about the day of lurve, it’s hard to not get a little bit caught up in all of the romance that abounds during this time of year. And, as the day coincides with the glorious summer […]
Ozzies in Cape Town | Part 1
Traditionally, Cape Town welcomes guests from UK, Germany, France, Holland and other parts of Africa. Recently however, we have been welcoming visitors from newer markets, in particular Australia, as well as Canada and USA. With the close bond that SA shares with Australia (provided no mention of rugby is brought up!), we wanted to get […]
Where to Enjoy the Best Picnics in Cape Town
If you are looking for ways to get out into the sunshine this summer, picnics in Cape Town are something that everyone can enjoy – young, old and in between. Now that we are reaching the peak of summer here in the Mother City, the weather has been rather amazing… just right for a day […]
From Robben Island to Cape Town… Using Only Balloons
While many visitors and locals have taken Robben Island tours to make the voyage by boat, one brave person will be making his way from this historic island to Cape Town using only helium-filled balloons! If you haven’t heard about Balloon Run yet, this epic trip will be taken in April 2013 to raise funds […]
