Harvest time marks a special period in the Cape winelands. Between January and March each year, the grapes ripen and are harvested to start the magical process of winemaking. The Paarl Harvest Celebration creates a unique opportunity for wine enthusiasts to experience the journey from the vineyards to the bottle.…
UNWIND IN WELLINGTON THIS SUMMER
Searching for a spectacular summer holiday destination? Then look no further than the spectacular Boland town of Wellington. Whether you’re in Cape Town for your #summerholidays from upcountry or enjoying a #staycation, this picture-perfect rural town is located within easy driving distance from Cape Town. Surrounded by magnificent mountain…
SUMMER FUN IN PAARL
Whether you’re in Cape Town for your #summerholidays from upcountry or enjoying a #staycation, head to the beautiful Boland town of Paarl for a spectacular summer holiday. Located within easy driving distance from Cape Town, this rural region is the perfect summer destination with a laid-back atmosphere, stunning scenery, fantastic…
10 YEARS OF FESTIVE IDEAS.
The Festive Ideas market turns ten this year with a celebration of exhibitors that will remind visitors of the splendor of a traditional bazaar. Organisers have gathered the most innovative, hand-crafted items that will add sophistication and fun to any festive occasion. During this unique market from Wednesday, 24 October,…
LOUISE CARVER LIVE IN CAPE TOWN
Chart-topping songstress Louise Carver is heading to Cape Town in October. The multi-nominated Carver has featured at the top of musical charts across the world, including the United Kingdom, Europe, Russia, South Africa and even twice on the US Billboard charts. Louise Carver signed her first record deal at…
DRAKENSTEIN CELEBRATES HERITAGE AND WINE AT CAPE WINE
Drakenstein Local Tourism Association used the recently held Cape Wine 2018 to showcase the proud heritage and award-winning wines of the Paarl and Wellington regions. With 352 producers attending this year’s event, Cape Wine is considered to be the flagship business showcase of the South African wine industry and is…
MADIBA MAGIC LIVES ON IN PAARL
The Drakenstein Municipality is paying homage to South African icon President Nelson Mandela with a photographic exhibition in honour of his centenary celebrations. The poignant exhibition of photographs shot by ordinary South Africans was opened in the imposing KWV Cathedral Cellar earlier this week. According to Councillor Conrad Poole,…
DRAKENSTEIN CELEBRATES THE ROOTS OF PINOTAGE
The Drakenstein Local Tourism Authority is celebrating International Pinotage Day on Saturday, 13 October, by paying homage to the father of this proudly South African varietal, Professor Abraham Izak Perold. According to Annelize Stroebel, general manager of the Drakenstein Local Tourism Association, the region can proudly claim the title of…
PAARL CELEBRATES FEMALE WINEMAKERS DURING WOMEN’S MONTH
Drakenstein Tourism is using National Women’s Month in August to pay tribute to the female winemakers working in the region with a series of #winewednesday engagements. There are currently 18 female winemakers and winemaker assistants working at amongst others prestigious wine producers such as Nederburg, KWV, Boland Cellar and Fairview.…