If there is one South African shoe that can most definitely tell various stories, it's a vellie. From dirt road strolls and working hard on the land, to travelling locally and abroad, these versatile shoes are the perfect companion; something I rarely leave at home...

Spanning 1,000m² and open between 6AM and 10PM on weekdays and 6AM and midnight over weekends, the latest addition to the Pantry by Mable stable is proof that the well-known hospitality brand is moving from strength to strength. The new high-end food and retail store...

I stood there, in awe. It was Cape Fynbos all over. Ericas. Proteas. Blombos. Just ahead of us lay the 180-degree view of Walker Bay and the Atlantic Ocean’s brilliantly blue waters; the view that initially sparked the dream that later became Grootbos Private Nature...

When you return home with too many bad selfies and no voice, you know you had a good time. That was the case with the recent launch of the much-anticipated Club Med South Africa Beach and Safari Resort. The excitement was tangible as guests from Joburg, Cape Town and...

If you’ve ever wondered if luxury and kids can coexist, our recent stay at Val du Charron Wine and Leisure Estate - 10 minutes from Wellington in the Bovlei Valley - is proof that it is possible. Escaping routine and the nitty-gritties of day-to-day life is something...

Whilst wine has always been consumed as an alcoholic refreshment in a stemmed glass, more and more people want to experiment and refuse to believe that fancy stemware and formal tastings are the norm. By (respectfully) challenging the rituals that come with drinking...

Some travellers aim for the destination. For me, one of the most important parts of the destination is the drive. The whole process of getting there – the journey – is an integral part of the experience and one that sets the tone for an unforgettable adventure. From...

What one might have thought to be the final chapter of a French novel with African flair, has been written into the introductory paragraph of a whole new book. A short winter visit to the former Morrells Boutique Estate, now reimagined as Le Manoir, proved as much....

Following an exciting pre-screening of National Geographic’s much anticipated LION this past week, there are a few things you need to know about this real-life drama, set to air on National Geographic and National Geographic Wild from Sunday, 23 August 2026. Hosted at...

Where fashion is concerned, most of us are often obsessed with newness. The latest trends, the newest styles. But, could it be that the most luxurious thing we can own is something we love so much that we want to wear it on repeat? Sometimes, the clothes and shoes we...