Discover the beauty of the Bottelary region near Stellenbosch from 1 – 3 October, when the Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy is hosting their first MTB & Eco-weekend. Bike, hike, sip and taste your way through this off-the-beaten track destination in the heart of the Cape Winelands. MOUNTAIN BIKE MAGIC Mountain…
GET READY FOR A WEEKEND OF FUN IN THE WINELANDS
Discover the beauty of the Bottelary region near Stellenbosch from 1 – 3 October, when the Bottelary Hills Renosterveld Conservancy (BHRC) is hosting their first MTB & Eco-weekend. Bike, hike, sip and taste your way through this off-the-beaten track destination in the heart of the Cape Winelands. MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDES…
WWF Conservation Champion Status for Mooiplaas Wine Estate
The family-owned farm recently became the first WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature) Conservation Champion in the Bottelary ward of Stellenbosch. This outstanding achievement follows the submission of their latest IPW-audit (Integrated Production of Wine), which acknowledges the environmental responsibility of their production practices. The audit includes factors such as…
PAARL AND WELLINGTON RECEIVE SAFETY STAMP OF APPROVAL
The World Travel Tourism Council (WTTC) has issued Paarl and Wellington with their ‘Safe travels’ approval. This means that the two destinations adhere to the strict guidelines and protocols set by the global industry representative and travelers can visit the region and its tourism attractions with confidence. Following the outbreak…
EXPLORE PAARL AND WELLINGTON ON FOOT – OR ON PAPER
If you are lucky enough to live in the beautiful Boland towns of Paarl and Wellington, you can take a meander along their self-guided heritage routes and rediscover the colourful histories of these towns. If you can’t make it to Paarl or Wellington, you can still experience the graceful architecture…
Summer living in the land of wine
Summertime is fun time and we have seven spectacular options for enjoying exceptional wine experiences in the heart of the Cape winelands. Award-winning wines, outdoor dining and even accommodation options make Paarl the ideal summer destination. Visit Landskroon wines for their great value-for-money food and wine pairings as well as…
Romantic interludes in Paarl and Wellington
Organise a romantic retreat to Paarl or Wellington to put some passion back into your life. Spoil your loved one with a laidback escape to these historic Boland towns, a mere hour’s drive from Cape Town and enjoy special spoils ranging from spa treatments to picnics and unique dining experiences.…
ENJOY A SIZZLING SUMMER IN DRAKENSTEIN
Skip the traffic jams in the city and the congestion at the beaches this season and head for the beautiful towns of Paarl and Wellington in the heart of the Cape winelands. Picture-perfect scenery combines with incredible outdoor activities to make this excursion a perfect family destination for a day…
Ten years of fantastic farmers’ markets at Windmeul
Windmeul Cellar is celebrating a decade of delicious farmers’ markets on Saturday, 5 October. This amazing fresh produce market has drawn the crowds for the past ten years with unbeatable local products. The co-operative cellar opened its tasting venue in 2006, which enabled them to broaden their offering to the…