Western Cape

Exclusive guide to the best holiday destinations in the Western Cape of South Africa, independent reviews from award-winning travel writers

Sarah Kingdom travels to Hermanus on South Africa’s Whale Coast, and discovers a destination where breaching whales, vineyard lunches, coastal trails and boutique comfort come together in one seaside escape.

Hermanus: Discover Wonderful Whales, Wine and Wildflowers on the Western Cape

Sarah Kingdom travels to Hermanus on South Africa’s Whale Coast, and discovers a destination where breaching whales, vineyard lunches, coastal trails and boutique comfort come together in one seaside escape.

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The Leeu House. Falling In Love With Fabulous Franschhoek.

The Leeu House. Falling In Love With Fabulous Franschhoek.

Frank Mannion stays at the Leeu House in Franschhoek, the culinary and wine capital of South Africa.

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Brian Berkman visits Franschhoek House, a grand addition to south Africa's premier wine country retreat.

Franschhoek House: The Crown Jewel of La Residence’s Luxury Estate.

Brian Berkman visits Franschhoek House, a grand addition to south Africa’s premier wine country retreat.

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Sarah Kingdom dines at Mill Street Bistro, where French technique meets South African soul,

Mill Street Bistro: Where Michelin polish meets Cape generosity in beautiful Stellenbosch.

Sarah Kingdom dines at Mill Street Bistro, where French technique meets South African soul, in a dining experience that’s generous, unfussy, and deeply rooted in its Stellenbosch surroundings.

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Escape To The Beach Guesthouse

Escape To The Beach Guesthouse. Wilderness, Western Cape.

Colin Hockley enjoys a beachside stay at Escape to the Beach Guesthouse, a luxury B&B along South Africa’s Garden Route.

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Fancourt Estate,

The Fancourt Estate. Indulge yourself on the Western Cape in South Africa.

Brian Berkman revisits South Africa’s Garden Route and its award-winning Fancourt Golf Estate and finds all Covid-protections and more in place.

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