Almost two years ago we visited the Lanzerac Hotel and Spa for a memorable overnight romantic getaway. Sadly, last year, a devastating fire destroyed integral parts of the hotel, which made significant restoration necessary. I was invited back, before the official opening, to experience the revival first-hand. [Read more…]
My Top 10 Hotels in Cape Town Travel South Africa
A feature I wrote on the Top 10 Hotels in South Africa, was very well received, which gave me the idea of creating something similar for the individual cities in SA. I am starting with the Top 10 Hotels in Cape Town, which includes Southern Suburbs and Atlantic Seaboard.
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Hollywood Glamour Alphen Boutique Hotel
The Alphen Boutique Hotel in Constantia has been on my “staycation” bucket list for quite a while. I think the main draw for me is the old world, glamorous style of the hotel. Many five star hotels are extremely modern, and while I like modern, I have been hankering for something a bit different. [Read more…]
Oude Werf Hotel Stellenbosch
A recent trip found Grant and I in the heart of the winelands, at the Oude Werf Hotel in Stellenbosch. The university town of Stellenbosch, is surrounded by the picturesque vineyards of the Cape Winelands and the mountainous nature reserves of Jonkershoek and Simonsberg. Oak-lined streets and Cape Dutch architecture, give you a true sense of South Africa’s Dutch colonial history. [Read more…]
B Africa Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa
A recent event, found me at the stunning Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa, for a spa morning and the launch of their B Africa Range. B Africa, is a unique range of exclusive body care products and professional spa treatments. These exclusive products are a blend of native African plant extracts, the natural goodness of the sea and eco-friendly production technologies. [Read more…]