Hermanus, 1 of 5 SA beach bucket list destinations
This whale-watching destination is a town just an hour and a half away from Cape Town. Hermanus boasts three Blue Flag beaches, Grotto, Onrus and Hawston beaches, offering water activities, an eatery and picnic areas. There’s also Kammabaai Beach, Langbaai Beach and Sandbaai Beach. Tourists visiting Hermanus can enjoy paragliding, kayaking, abalone tours, game viewing, horse riding, surfing and guided walks that delve into the area’s history. The food scene is equally impressive, with some eateries offering ocean views, like Burgundy Restaurant and Bientang’s Cave. 5 beach destinations to add to...
Indonesian Consul General visits Hermanus
On 19 to 20 December 2021, the Indonesian Consul General accompanied by the Diplomatic Information Institution of the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia Cape Town and staff travelled to Hermanus, Western Cape. On this occasion, the Indonesian Consulate General in Cape Town delivered a package of assistance for handling the COVID-19 pandemic to a family of Indonesian citizens. Working Visit of the Indonesian Consul General in Hermanus, Western Cape...
Grootbos Flower Safari
Finding proteas, ericas and so much more on a flora safari close to the southernmost point on Africa. https://www.timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/lifestyle/travel/2021-12-24-hunting-for-flora-on-the-grootbos-flower-safari/...
Hermanus – An Epic SA Destination
Hermanus listed in the Sunday Times Insider 12 Dec 2021, as an epic SA destination for its 3 Blue Flag beaches, whale watching, impressive food scene, art and adventure activities....
Condé Nast Traveler 2022 Gold List
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve has made the acclaimed Condé Nast Traveler 2022 Gold List. Establishments listed are the editor’s all-time favourite hotels around the world representing service excellence. HUGE congrats to our own Grootbos Private Nature Reserve for heading up the list! https://www.hospitalitynet.org...
Kleinmond’s Stormers Superfans
Kleinmond residents Riette and Kobus Koegelenberg are no ordinary DHL Stormer fans. Their home and car have been turned into Stormer shrines. The couple attended every single home game – 199 consecutive games - until the COVID-19 pandemic struck in March 2020. This coming Saturday, 27 November, they will finally get to their double century as the DHL Stormers take on Zebre Parma in the Vodacom United Rugby Champions in front of 2000 spectators. Riette said “We are so excited; we will be there in our kit sitting with the Stormtroopers”....
The Botanical Society of South Africa releases Jou Plek in die Kogelberg
Tim Attwell’s Your Place in the Kogelberg has finally been translated and published in Afrikaans. The Kogelberg delights its residents and visitors with a scenic and diverse landscape all year round. We are pleased that the popular English book is now also available in Afrikaans....
Cape Whale Coast wines starring in 2022 Platter’s by Diners Club
Platter’s by Diners Club Wine Guide has revealed the eagerly awaited and prestigious list of wines earning the maximum rating of five stars in the new 2022 edition. Continue reading...
Locals perform well at KSSA 2021
Mark Jago and Gigs Celliers finished well in their categories at the 2021 SA Kneeboarding Competition. Continue reading...
Streicher trap sy eie spore
Kleinmond resident Streicher Badenhorst sharing his journey with Hanri Wondergem of Die Burger. We are proud of the success of our locals going places and taking the news about our destination on their travels. ...