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    Lovely Western Cape Towns and Villages to Explore

    29 August 2026 - By 

    The Western Cape is famous for its charming small towns and villages. In this post, I share some of my favourite, best Western Cape towns and villages. Whether you are looking for an in-land adventure or coastal escape, these local gems are made for travellers to explore. Exploring the Best Western Cape Towns and Villages Over the years, I have had the pleasure of exploring most of the well-known, iconic towns in the Western Cape. Growing up in the Klein Karoo town of Montagu allowed us easier access and relaxed road trips to nearby gems. Although there are many other Cape…

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    Best Riebeek Valley Attractions

    26 January 2022 - By 

    Often hailed as the ‘Western Cape’s best-kept secret’; ‘the Wedding Valley’; and even ‘Franschhoek 15 years ago’, the beautiful Riebeek Valley – which consists of Riebeek-Kasteel, Riebeek-West, Hermon and Riebeeksrivier – is one of the most glorious wine- and farming-regions in South Africa. On my recent return visit to this stunning Swartland region, famed for its wine, olives and weddings – I realised anew that it is a dream for families, couples and solo travellers to explore. There is so much to see and do (even walking down the street or driving through these little towns feels like an adventure),…