• matjiesfontein-central-karoo-town-western-cape

    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…

  • bloemendal-wine-estate-pairing

    My Favourite Cape Winelands Wine Pairings

    17 May 2022 - By 

    While I have never claimed to be any kind of wine expert, nor someone who bothers with all the pomp and ceremony surrounding the ‘right’ way to drink wine – I definitely enjoy and appreciate good wine as much as the best wine connoisseur. Over the past few years, I have enjoyed my fair share of excellent, award-winning South African wines. And with them, some incredible Cape Winelands wine pairings. Confession: I love wine pairings. There is something so fun about trying new flavours and/or foods with wine and seeing how it alters or enhances the wine’s flavours and taste…

  • picnics-tangled-tree-wines

    Photo Essay: Springtime Picnics with Tangled Tree Wines

    14 September 2021 - By 

    Recently, Tangled Tree Wines invited me to create a spring-inspired picnic experience; this post is designed to showcase the result of that fun wine-meets-picnic collaboration. I am all for local businesses and wine farms finding ways to be more planet-friendly so Van Loveren Family Vineyards’ eco-friendly Tangled Tree wine range instantly appealed to me. Best of all, the wine bottles are planet-conscious, visually attractive and unbreakable. This makes them perfectly safe for enjoying indoors, out in the garden or wherever your next adventure takes you. (With alcohol restrictions adhered to, of course.) Enjoy Heading Safely Outdoors this Spring With the warmer…

  • \wine-farm-experiences

    Best Wine Farm Experiences

    5 March 2021 - By 

    On wine estates across the globe, there are incredible wine farm experiences to be enjoyed. In wine regions spanning from France to the US. Wine Farm Winners South Africa’s Cape Winelands especially offer some truly wonderful wine farm experiences. Think everything from dreamy picnics to unique wine tastings to delight all your senses! In this post, myself and some guest writers share our best wine farm experiences to enjoy, as either a tourist or local. Cape Overberg Region: The Giant Periwinkle What: Visiting Giant Periwinkle is always a pleasant experience for me. It is not often that you come across…

  • jacqui-cooks-the-jax-blog

    Guests’ Corner: The Jax Blog

    16 October 2018 - By 

    As part of the next instalment in Guests’ Corner – a local and international travel interview segment on Tamlyn Amber Wanderlust – I chatted to Jacqui Cooks, South African blogger and social media marketer. Born and bred in Cape Town, thirty-something Jacqui Cooks is a woman of many pursuits and talents… Think: top South African blogger, social media marketer, global gypsy, TripAdvisor junkie and cupcake-er and all-round pleasure purveyor of note. Through her gorgeous blog, The Jax Blog, Jacqui indulges in travel with fresh eyes, seeing the world as an incurable ‘wanderluster’ and social media addict. What’s more, with some…

  • chapmans-peak-drive

    My Best Scenic Drives in and around Cape Town

    19 March 2018 - By 

    The Western Cape is blessed with a wide array of jaw-dropping, impressive country or coastal drives. From Chapman’s Peak Drive to the Route 62 and Cape West Coast, there is a drive for every kind of traveller. 2025 update: Please note: This was a collaborative post between Afristay and Tamlyn Amber Wanderlust from 2018. However, in 2025, Afristay shut its doors. And, if you’re looking for some accommodation inspiration during your trip, look no further than Afristay.com, one of South Africa’s largest accommodation booking portals. Book directly through Afristay.com’s awesome website – which allows for effortless online bookings – and enjoy…