Romantic Destinations as per GetAway featuring Overstrand Cape Whale Coast properties
From breathtaking views to spas and places that offer some of the most delicious food, we have the ideal list on how to spoil your partner and celebrate love. Here’s our list of some of the best in South Africa. Although many of these are luxury spots, most are posting special rates so there’s no better time to book. Continue reading ...
Cape Whale Coast Tourism News – 5 June 2020
Cape Whale Coast Tourism and the four Tourism Visitor Information Centres in Kleinmond, Hermanus, Stanford and Gansbaai opened on Monday 1 June. Currently the opening times are 9:00 to 13:00 with all staff being available online and on their mobile phones. Hygiene and safety protocols are in place and all staff have been briefed. These offices are information centres in the true sense of the word and are continuously disseminating information relevant to the tourism sector, businesses and communities. Staff have been involved in food relief and business support as...
A Taste of Belgium in South Africa
Celine Haspeslagh and her husband Frederik Herten launched Hasher Family Estate wines in Hemel-en-Aarde. Continue reading ...
New Look for Hermanus High Street, SCAPE Urban & Retail, May 2022
The historical narratives and stories of Hermanus High Street as collected and written up by the Hermanus History Society have been included in the street upgrade and are highlighted through the use of laser cut corten steel inlays in the street indicating the names of families and businesses that once occupied the street. A pergola has been installed at the centre of the street space explaining the different eras High Street has seen. This old and new chapter of High Street is best enjoyed as a leisurely stroll in the...
Cape Town Etc reported on 4 must do restaurants in Hermanus
Here are 4 restaurants suggested by Cape Town Etc for your next visit to Hermanus. Bientang’s Cave, Lizette’s, Hermanus Golf Club and Dutchies. Continue reading...
South African National Space Agency.
SANSA has been operational in Hermanus for 81 years. On Wednesdays at 11:00 the public can book a free guided tour of the premises. This covers a visit to the Space Weather Centre, Applied Science, and the Science Centre. The last stop is a fun, interactive experience for all ages. Fast Fact: SANSA appointed Africa’s first ever space weather forecasters in 2021 for its new 24/7 Space Weather Centre which will be finalized later this year. ...
Recharge your batteries in Hermanus – Maryke Roberts, Rooi Rose Magazine April 2022
Hermanus is synonymous with recharge & reset. Again confirmed in an article written by Maryke Roberts and published in the Rooi Rose magazine’s April issue. The Cliff Path gets a special mention for being the best way to experience sunrise and sunset and any anytime between. Also mentioned are the book shops, restaurants, bakeries & coffee stops, wineries and accommodation....
Gansbaai Fynbos Trail rated as one of South Africa’s favourite hikes
Getaway Magazine just rated the Fynbos Trail outside Gansbaai as one of SA’s favourite hiking routes. The trail is located in the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom and can be done as a self-guided or fully guided catered trail. 10 of South Africa's favourite hikes (getaway.co.za) ...
Carolyn Martin, the driving force behind Creation
Emile Joubert wrote about Hemel-en-Aarde wine farm’s Carolyn Martin. One of the messages is never to underestimate the value of building personal relationships ...