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Now Open: Louis Vuitton V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

Now Open: Louis Vuitton V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

by Renate Engelbrecht | Aug 3, 2026 | FASHION & BEAUTY, FEATURED POST 1

Louis Vuitton opened its first Cape Town store in December 2007, which was later configured in August 2019. Now, the store has relocated to a new address within the Victoria Wharf Shopping Centre, with the Louis Vuitton V&A Waterfront store opening at its new...
NEWS: SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY Celebrates Its 50th Podcast Episode

NEWS: SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY Celebrates Its 50th Podcast Episode

by Renate Engelbrecht | Jun 3, 2026 | FASHION & BEAUTY, FEATURED POST 2, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

The SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY Podcast, one of South Africa’s emerging voices in lifestyle storytelling, is celebrating the release of its 50th episode, marking an exciting milestone in the journey of sharing inspiring conversations and curated experiences across...
NEWS: Lexus and Tintswalo Partners to Bring the Art of Experience to Life

NEWS: Lexus and Tintswalo Partners to Bring the Art of Experience to Life

by Renate Engelbrecht | Jun 2, 2026 | FEATURED POST 1, LIFESTYLE, TRAVEL

The term β€˜luxury’ is no longer defined solely by what we own. In fact, it is being redefined by the art of experience in the world around us. Increasingly, discerning travellers are seeking meaningful moments, authentic connections and experiences that engage the...

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A wine to remember... Thank you to Sabi Sabi Col A wine to remember... Thank you to Sabi Sabi Collection's The Claremont Boutique Hotel's Veld & Vine Bistro for including us in an evening of very unique and special wines. And, a huge thank you to Carolyn and JC from Creation Wines for sharing the stories behind your wines with us! What a special evening. #southafricanwine #hemelenaardevalley #creationwines #theclaremont
Children's paradise! Learn more about our recent e Children's paradise! Learn more about our recent experience at @capecountryroutes ' @valdu.charron on the blog: www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za
One of @tau_game_lodge 's biggest drawcards is thi One of @tau_game_lodge 's biggest drawcards is this waterhole. Here, you'll spot ducks, geese and even the odd Black Crake, whilst elephants, rhinos, kudu, waterbuck, blue wildebeest, zebra, warthogs and more come and go as the sun moves from east to west. My family and I recently got to spend some time at TAU Game Lodge and you can expect the full story on the blog soon. Stay tuned by visiting www.suitcaseandchardonnay.co.za. #travelwriter #travelblog #southafrica #taugamelodge #suitcaseandchardonnay
A preview of what to expect on tomorrow's podcast A preview of what to expect on tomorrow's podcast episode... Flowers, wine, entrepreneurship and family... We cover it all! #pretoria #milnermarket #waterkloof
Sometimes, all you need is a vineyard stroll. Ou Sometimes, all you need is a vineyard stroll. Our family stay at @capecountryroutes ' @valdu.charron was that and so much more. You can read all about it on SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY - latest blog post now live! #travelblog #slowtravel #CapeWinelands #valducharron #capecountryroutes
🎧 Have you listened to or watched this episode yet 🎧 Have you listened to or watched this episode yet? Sandringham Private Game Reserve's story is about much more than simply adding another luxury safari destination to the Sabi Sabi Collection's portfolio. It's about what can happen when hospitality, conservation, land restoration and community investment come together with a long-term vision. It taps into Sabi Sabi's nearly 50 years of experience and builds on the brand's legacy of making a difference in new landscapes and for future generations. Listen to the full episode, featuring Sabi Sabi Collection's Marketing Director, Jacques Smit, on YouTube, Spotify or wherever else you listen to your podcasts. Just search for the SUITCASE & CHARDONNAY podcast. πŸŽ™οΈ Also, please share the podcast with friends who are interested in lifestyle, travel, fashion, food and wine. πŸ™πŸ» #travelpodcast #suitcaseandchardonnay #sandringhamprivategamereserve #LuxurySafari #southafricansafari
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