I arrived at Hôtel Le Bristol Paris for a three-night stay – and never wanted to leave. Familiar with its gold-plated reputation, I expected to find just another soulless five-star property. Instead, I discovered a palace with staff that keep its golden reputation gleaming the old-fashioned way – through service that matches friendliness with efficiency, […]
Month: January 2020
As the Sun Dips Below the Horizon
In a move away from the classic safari lodges of today, Klaserie Sands Safari Trails breathes fresh air into the traditional private safari concept. Centred on an ethos of discovery, Klaserie Sands Safari Trails aims to reintroduce guests to what it means to be human – in touch with the land, able to read the […]
Cocoon Yourself in Chrysalis
At Chrysalis, we have full control of our manufacturing, material buying and distribution channels, which means we can guarantee a superior linen product and higher-quality services to discerning clients. At the heart of our range, which we have carefully maintained over the years, is the classic white linen in pure Egyptian cotton – something that we […]
Antrim Villa: A Guest House Experience in Green Point
Antrim Villas come in: the perfect guesthouse getaway, situated in the hub of what’s happening in Cape Town, with all of the charm you’d come to expect from a transformed farmhouse. Antrim Villas have several rooms available to choose from, all housed in a renovated English Victorian farmhouse. It was built in the 1800s as […]
Foodies in Cape Town
Visiting or residing in the Mother City this summer festive season? Cape Town is filled with restaurant options – the only difficulty here will be deciding on which ones you can squeeze in. Here are our five best picks, covering fine dining, seafood, dessert, Oriental and steak options. Salsify Salsify is the new kid on […]
Events in Cape Town this Summer
These are all of the biggest events taking place in the Mother City this summer season… Movies at the Galileo Open Air Cinema For a movie experience like no other, visit the Galileo Open Air Cinema, which features various movie classics. Only available in the summer months, this makes for the perfect date or family […]
A Window to the Soul
Here’s all you need to know about a trip aboard the renowned Blue Train… Suites The suites have perfectly set lounges with all of the plush furnishings during the day. By the evening, personalised butlers, who are on call 24 hours a day, will transform the space into a bedroom. You’ll find all of the […]
Steenberg Hotel & Spa
For a glamorous holiday in the Western Cape, where you will be surrounded by vineyards and nothing but luxury, look no further than Steenberg Hotel & Spa. The Decor & Property Steenberg Hotel & Spa is a luxury boutique hotel, with individually styled rooms. Of the several room styles available, there is certainly something for […]
Life is Better at the Marly
If someone asked you to imagine the best vantage point in Cape Town, where does your mind wander to? Well, The Marly Boutique Hotel has recently reopened its doors to guests, offering a completely new vantage point from which to fall in love with the city. The Camp’s Bay strip is famous for its palm-tree […]
Coastlines to head to this holiday season
Ready to hit the beach? We’ve uncovered the hidden beaches that only the locals know about, the ones that aren’t frequented by tourists. As South Africans flock to Durban and Cape Town, consider heading to these top-secret spots… DURBAN Umzumbe Beach, KwaZulu-Natal South Coast This is a Blue Flag Beach, reached by heading down a […]