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    My Best Western Cape Day Hikes to Enjoy

    1 September 2026 - By 

    Anyone who knows me well can tell you that, if I go on an adventure, chances are it will involve a hike or nature walk. And, over the past few years, I have been fortunate enough to tackle some of the best Western Cape day hikes. Growing up, I loved exploring the fynbos-covered hills and rocky, barren terrain outside Montagu. It’s probably where my love for hiking began. 🙂 Upon moving to Cape Town as an adult, I made it my mission to check off as many beautiful day hikes around the Cape as possible. In this post, I share…

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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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    My Favourite Beaches to Visit near Cape Town

    1 July 2026 - By 

    Cape Town is known for having some of the best beaches in the world. Best of all, there are so many to choose from and each is uniquely beautiful. In this post though, I share my favourite beaches to visit near Cape Town. Life’s Just Beachy in Cape Town Whether you are looking for family-friendly fun, a walk on the wild side or simply, a peaceful day at the beach, it’s hard to go wrong with these stunning beaches. From Struisbaai to Cape Point, here are my favourite beaches to visit near Cape Town. My 15 Favourite Beaches to Enjoy…

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    A Luxury Coastal Escape at Villa Chad Luxury Guesthouse, Kleinmond

    25 June 2026 - By 

    Tucked away in the shadow of the Kogelberg mountains, in the fiercely beautiful Cape Overberg Region, you find the charming Villa Chad Luxury Guesthouse. This Kleinmond accommodation escape promises idyllic couples’ getaways, fun one-night stays with larger groups of friends or colleagues and even a wellness retreat for anyone who needs to recharge, refresh and revitalise their soul. What makes Villa Chad especially alluring is how it is the perfect blend of an international-type stay right here in a quaint South African coastal town. Because, aside from the quality amenities and facilities, the facade and paintwork bear subtle, yet striking…

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    Best Western Cape Road Trips

    14 October 2021 - By 

    Let’s face it: road trips come with their own unique share of rituals. The early departures, food pit stops, nostalgic memories and fun experiences. We all have those iconic road trip memories that we could wax lyrical about. In this post, I share some of my favourite Western Cape road trips in the hopes that you will create more memories on the open road with those you love! Best Western Cape Road Trips From unearthing the Route 62’s country charm to the curling along the Cape coastline, here are some memorable Western Cape road trips to enjoy: Route 62 Road…

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    My 20 Best Travel Blog Experiences… So Far

    26 December 2020 - By 

    In the few short years that I have been blogging, Tamlyn Amber Wanderlust has grown from strength to strength. This year especially, I have had the joy of engaging with my peers and followers online; assisting my readers with travel queries; and producing solid content, all while weathering this trying year. Usually, I share a round-up post of my best travel blog experiences for the year with my readers. This is another way of engaging with them. It also allows me to recap on my own blogging highlights and reflect on the year that has been. But, with COVID-19, my…

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    Discovering Kogelberg Nature Reserve: The Palmiet River Trail, A Hidden Beach and Fynbos Heaven

    15 June 2018 - By 

    Kogelberg Nature Reserve: A place of natural beauty It’s not every day that a hiking adventure places you in the midst of fynbos paradise – but when you visit Kogelberg Nature Reserve in the Overberg Region, that is precisely wherein you will find yourself. I had heard (and seen) much of its beauty through word of mouth and social media, so naturally I was extremely excited to finally experience Kogelberg. Yet, even at my first time of visiting, I never expected it to be half as entrancing or magical as it was in the end. In hindsight though, I suppose…

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    Gordon’s Bay Travel: A Weekend Away in this Helderberg Gem

    2 June 2018 - By 

    For those of you who don’t know it, let me tell you this: Gordon’s Bay – a gem in the Helderberg Region – is one of the best areas for wanderlust-craving locals and foreigners alike. In fact, I’d go so far as to say it’s one of the richest travel regions we have enjoyed since visiting the Cederberg in late 2017. Long weekend vibes in Gordon’s Bay Following hot on the heels of a trip to Franschhoek, in late April, we packed the overnight bags and headed off for a well-deserved, two-night stay in Gordon’s Bay – the perfect way to celebrate…

  • Chasing the Sun: A Wintry Afternoon Drive Along the Cape Coastline

    16 June 2015 - By 

    After a long and frenetic first semester of second-year studies, I was all but chafing at the bit to leave the hustle and bustle of the Mother City behind for a month’s ‘down time’ back home. These days, any road trip that takes me back home is a cause for joyous celebration and something I look forward to with much eagerness as skyscrapers are replaced by neat, rural farmlands and sleepy towns, and the masses of city folk by dusty Merino sheep. However, my spirits were even more buoyed than usual by my parents’ proposal to take a slightly longer…