The Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy (BHRC) has partnered with TrailFun to host a series of trail runs in aid of community development. The BHRC TrailFun series will give runners and outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to explore a variety of member farms in the beautiful Bottelary Hills in a safe environment. …
To recruit or be recruited – a guide for 2022
The unemployment rate in South Africa has escalated to alarming levels in 2021 and the recruitment landscape worldwide has changed irrevocably since the COVID-19 pandemic. A report released by the World Economic Forum has shown that the acceleration of automation and economic uncertainty caused by the pandemic will lead to…
Ayanda Mbanga signs alliance agreement with LinkedIn Talent Solutions
Ayanda Mbanga Communications celebrated 23 years in the industry by signing an agreement with LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional network. The company has been appointed as a partner for LinkedIn Talent Solutions in the South African market, helping the organisation expand its footprint of customers invested in their hiring, learning…
Impressive accolades for Paarl landscapers
DDS Projects, based at Die Handelshuis in Simondium, was named overall winner at the 2021 South African Landscapes Awards (SALI) and was awarded the Shield for Excellence in Landscaping for their Babylonstoren Fynbos Cottages project. The project also received the Best Landscape Construction with In-House Design trophy. Founded in 2010…
Wonderful winter walk-about in Wellington
The picturesque Boland town of Wellington with its beautiful historic buildings, gracious hospitality and an array of tourism attractions is an inviting destination for a crisp winter’s day. Pop in at the visitors’ information centre next to the majestic Dutch Reformed church at the top of Main Road for recommendations.…
PLENTIFUL PAARL – THE PERFECT PLAYGROUND
Heading out to Paarl on a sunny autumn day is food for the soul, especially if you take time to explore some of the lesser known spots and discover new offerings at familiar destinations. Less than an hour’s drive from Cape Town, Paarl is renowned for its gracious hospitality, unparalleled…
Play in Paarl
COVID WISE With Easter weekend and the first school holiday for 2021 around the corner, Paarl is the perfect destination for a quick break. Within an hour’s drive from Cape Town, the town is renowned for its scenic beauty, wide open spaces and an array of tourism attractions. These factors…
Taste Paarl perfection in a glass
Wine lovers have the unique opportunity to taste the best of Paarl wines at Proe Paarl – taste the best of the best, a wine celebration of the world-class wines produced in this prime wine region. Visit Grande Roche Hotel on Saturday 7 December from 11:00 to 17:00 to sample…
Drakenstein supports cancer awareness campaign
The Drakenstein Local Tourism Association proudly supported the cancer awareness campaign by the Little Fighters Cancer Trust during September. The childhood cancer support organization was established in 2010 to provide support to children with cancer and their families, while also raising public awareness of early warning signs of childhood cancer.…
TWO PAARL ICONS ONCE AGAIN IN THE GLOBAL SPOTLIGHT
Two of Paarl’s most iconic brands have received worldwide recognition once again. The definitive UK publication Drinks International has included both Nederburg Wine Estate and KWV in their 2019 listing of ‘The World’s Most Admired Wine Brands.’ According to Annelize Stroebel from the Paarl Wine Route, these accolades once again…