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Why to visit Stanford Valley Guest Farm in Stanford, South Africa

27/11/2019

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Stanford Valley Guest Farm, Stanford, South Africa
​By Roxanne Reid
Stanford in the Overberg has long been one of my favourite little Cape villages for its heritage buildings, good restaurants and laid-back village markets. On a recent visit we found our new favourite place to stay in the countryside nearby. Here’s why to visit Stanford Valley Guest Farm in Stanford, South Africa.


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20 things to do in Stellenbosch in the Cape Winelands

13/11/2019

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Stellenbosch: weekend getaways from Cape Town
By Roxanne Reid
Known as the City of the Oaks thanks to trees planted centuries ago, South Africa’s Stellenbosch is a must on any Western Cape itinerary. Just 50km from the Mother City, it’s ideal for weekend getaways from Cape Town too. Think historic Cape Dutch buildings, wine farms and mountains, art galleries and restaurants – there’s no shortage of things to do in Stellenbosch. 


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10 things to do in Beaufort West in the Karoo

6/11/2019

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Things to do in Beaufort West: heritage buildings
​By Roxanne Reid
Too many people blow past Beaufort West on the N1 in a big hurry to get to Johannesburg or Cape Town. But we’ve long known the glories of this Karoo town in South Africa, thanks to our love for the Karoo National Park just 5km to the south. Next time, make a stop and discover these 10 things to do in Beaufort West.


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Where to eat in Swellendam restaurants

23/10/2019

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Where to eat out in Swellendam restaurants
By Roxanne Reid
You’re spoiled for choice when it comes to restaurants in Swellendam in the Overberg, about 200km east of Cape Town. The town has more than 35 restaurants where you can get anything from a pastry to a pizza, a toasted sarmie to bobotie, a plate of pasta to a fine dining experience. Here are some ideas about where to eat in Swellendam restaurants.


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Why to visit Vine Guesthouse in Bottelary Road, Stellenbosch

16/10/2019

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Stoep with pergola at Vine Guesthouse in Bottelary Road, Stellenbosch
​By Roxanne Reid
Stellenbosch, with its oak-lined streets and heritage Cape Dutch buildings, is a popular getaway in South Africa’s Cape Winelands. From wine farms to restaurants, art galleries to museums, not to mention hiking and mountain biking, there’s lots to do in the area when you stay at Vine Guesthouse in Bottelary Road, Stellenbosch.


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Vrolijkheid Nature Reserve in the Breede River Valley, Route62

9/10/2019

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Mountain biking at Vrolijkheid Nature Reserve near McGregor on Route62
​By Roxanne Reid
You know it’s going to be a good experience when you visit a place whose name means cheerfulness or gladness. I’m talking about the rugged Vrolijkheid Nature Reserve in the Breede River Valley, Route62. You’ll find it south of Robertson on the road to McGregor in South Africa. If you love nature, hiking, birding and plants, you’ll get a kick out of this place.


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20 things to do in McGregor in Route62’s Robertson valley

2/10/2019

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Things to do in McGregor, Robertson valley, Route62
​By Roxanne Reid
Whitewashed cottages with thatched roofs, roses curling around broekie lace, quiet country roads, views of mountains and vineyards. It’s as peaceful a village scene in South Africa as you could hope for. But don’t be fooled into thinking there’s nothing to do. Here are 20 things to do in McGregor in Route62’s Robertson valley.


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Cape Nature reserves: from Cederberg to Kogelberg and more

12/6/2019

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Cape Nature reserves and Cape Nature accommodation
​By Roxanne Reid
What I love about Cape Nature reserves are their principles of conservation and ecotourism. Conservation comes first, but they recognise that ecotourism is an excellent way to introduce visitors to the amazement of nature that deserves to be conserved, and to bring in much-needed funds. Here are some of my favourites, from Cederberg to Kogelberg and more.


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World Heritage Sites in South Africa and why to visit them

5/6/2019

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World Heritage Site in South Africa
By Roxanne Reid
Some places have exceptional universal value, whether in terms of their cultural or natural significance. Giving them protection status is a way to foster their preservation for generations to come. On the tip of Africa is a country rich in places that deserve such safeguards. Here are ten sites that have been inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in South Africa.


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Why to visit Lord Milner Hotel and Matjiesfontein in the Karoo

8/5/2019

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Matjiesfontein hotel
​By Roxanne Reid
Imagine the foresight it must take to see a bare patch of Karoo veld and dream up a fully fledged village and health spa in the middle of nowhere. This is what happened when Scottish railwayman James Logan founded Matjiesfontein in South Africa back in 1884. Discover why to visit Lord Milner Hotel and Matjiesfontein in the Karoo.


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