Western Cape
The splendours of the Western Cape lie not only in its world-class vineyards, stunning beaches and mountains, but also in lesser-known regions, such as the wide-open spaces of the Karoo, the many nature reserves and the wilderness areas. Make sure you get out into these wild, less-visited areas for birdwatching and wildlife adventure, as well as pure relaxation under vast skies.
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History
I toured Robben Island prison with Nelson Mandela’s former guard and close friend
Nov 11, 2019 • 9 Min read
Food
The best vegan restaurants in Cape Town
Jun 13, 2019 • 4 Min read
There’s an old joke that in South Africa, chicken is classed as a vegetable. This is a country where the braai (barbeque) is a national symbol and meat…
Art
Cycling the mission villages of the Cape Winelands
Aug 29, 2018 • 5 Min read
Hiding in plain sight, the beautiful Dwars River Valley in the Western Cape's Winelands has been something of a blind spot on the tourist radar as…
Food
How to live like a Local in Cape Town
Aug 14, 2018 • 5 Min read
Lonely Planet Local Lucy Corne fell in love with Cape Town following an overland trip across the continent. She was hooked by its mountain-meets-beach…
Art
African art capital: Cape Town transformed
Jul 18, 2018 • 6 Min read
Table Mountain, white-sand beaches, rich history and cosmopolitan culture and cuisine have long lured people to visit Cape Town, but today the Mother City…
Food
Gourmet nirvana: a foodie tour of South Africa's Western Cape
Feb 6, 2013 • 5 Min read
After a few wines, it's hard to get your tongue around 'Franschhoek' and 'Stellenbosch'. These beautiful places in South Africa's Western Cape are nestled…
Beaches
South Africa’s Western Cape: the secret coast
Jul 16, 2010 • 3 Min read
South Africa’s Western Cape is full of famously delightful areas, such as the Winelands and Garden Route, but the West Coast is still a local secret. With…
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