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Cape Town Wellness Escape: The President Hotel x Healing Earth

Name: Boschendal Friday Night Market
Start: 2026-10-09T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-09
Location: Boschendal WIne Farm

The Great Cape Escape: The Ultimate 3-Day Cape Town Road Trip

Cape Town’s New Urban Xplorer Puts History on the Itinerary

Mambo’s Puts Gauteng’s Everyday Spaces in the Spotlight

Food & Drink

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Culture Newlands Pours a New Kind of Neighbourhood Local

Staff Writer

Culture Newlands brings more than 50 wines by the glass, tapas, local cheese and a sunlit deck to Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs.

10 Much-Loved Gins Worth Adding to Your Home Bar

Staff Writer

Updated July 2026: From local fynbos and rooibos gins to Japanese and Italian favourites, discover ten much-loved gins worth adding to your home bar.

Platō Coffee: From Container Store to Coffee Empire

Candice Guest

Discover how brothers Stephan and Petrus Bredell grew Platō Coffee from a Centurion container store into a successful South African coffee brand.

3 Authentic Thai Recipes That Will Transport you to Thailand Instantly

Staff Writer

Three Thai recipes that will transport you to Thailand, offering you the most authentic taste of Thai cuisine from your own kitchen.

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iCAUR V23 Review: The Electric SUV That Turns Heads Around Every Corner

Justyn Spinner

We spent a week living with the iCAUR V23 around Johannesburg and the Cradle of Humankind. Here’s what we loved—and where electric range becomes

Ladies getting into their Europcar rental

One Fleet, Many Adventures: Why the Right Rental Car Changes the Journey

Justyn Spinner

After experiencing Europcar during our Cape Escape, we explore its South African fleet for road trips, business travel and long-term rental.

The New Renault Duster Turns the Cape Town–Hermanus Road Trip Into an Adventure

Justyn Spinner

We drive the new Renault Duster from Cape Town to Hermanus and explore its performance, technology, safety, pricing and adventurous character.

GWM ORA 5 Launches in South Africa with Petrol, Hybrid and Electric Options

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The new GWM ORA 5 arrives in South Africa with petrol, hybrid and electric models, giving compact SUV buyers more choice than ever before.

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Zarah Cassim Brings Dreamlike Landscapes to The President Hotel

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Explore Zarah Cassim’s dreamlike paintings at The President Hotel in Cape Town. In Residence runs from 1 September 2026 to 11 January 2027.

Alice in Wonderland Tumbles into Joburg Theatre This Festive Season

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Janice Honeyman’s Alice in Wonderland comes to Joburg Theatre from 28 October to 24 December 2026. Meet the cast and book tickets.

Top galleries - Gold of Africa, Mapungubwe Collection JAVETT

Top 4 Galleries and Art Centres in Pretoria

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Updated July 2026: Pretoria is home to five of the nine universities in the country. It makes sense then that the art produced and showcased in Pretoria reflects a vibrant cultural landscape.

5 Indoor Cultural Experiences to Explore in Durban

Staff Writer

Discover five indoor cultural experiences in Durban, from traditional Southern African craft to contemporary art, city history and dinosaurs.

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Cape Town’s Most Luxurious Hotels You Must Visit in 2026

Justyn Spinner

Updated August 2026: From intimate boutique hotels in the V&A Waterfront to grand historic landmarks and vineyard retreats just beyond the city, these are ten

A Winelands Winter Staycation Among The Olive Groves at Olijvenkraal

Justyn Spinner

Advertisement Fireplaces, mountain views and a bottle of farm Shiraz set the scene for Olijvenkraal Winelands Lodge’s seasonal escape in Paarl Share this article Winter

Why the Eastern Cape Should Be Your Next Safari Escape

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Discover why the Eastern Cape is becoming one of South Africa’s top safari destinations, combining Big 5 wildlife, luxury lodges and Garden Route adventures.

Family and friends exploring Dubai through the A Dubai Invite programme

A Dubai Invite Makes Family Reunions More Affordable for South Africans

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Visiting family or friends in Dubai? A Dubai Invite unlocks hotel, attraction, restaurant and transport benefits for eligible visitors.

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The Urban Playground Brings Sport, Gaming and Creativity to Rosebank Mall

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The Urban Playground opens at Rosebank Mall with skating, esports, street soccer, dance and production studios. Explore prices and hours.

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Why Eating More Vegetables Could Change How You Feel

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Discover six affordable ways to start eating more vegetables and support better energy, nutrition and everyday wellbeing.

Takealot Partners With Thirteen Lune to Bring Global Beauty Brands to South Africa

Staff Writer

Takealot has partnered with Thirteen Lune to bring founder-led global skincare, makeup, haircare and fragrance brands to South Africa.

Your 2026 Health Reset: The Check-Ups and Screenings to Book Now

Staff Writer

Make the most of your remaining 2026 medical aid benefits with essential check-ups, preventative screenings and achievable healthy habits.