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April 2025: Turn 12 leave days into 24 with this leave hack

As 2025 unfolds, many savvy employees are already planning their next getaway, using the year’s public holidays to full advantage. And, the alignment of public holidays, weekends and leave days is particularly advantageous this year.

Style and Culture

Celebrate Summer Style with Luxe Birkenstock Silhouettes

This summer season BIRKENSTOCK presents the perfect blend of showstopping elegance and unmatched luxury with the sophisticated ST BARTHS and sporty, yet refreshingly refined, UJI in Nubuck and High Shine. Through its unwavering commitment to

Wellness and Spas

Melanoma – Even occasional sunburn can be harmful

Melanoma: Even occasional sunburn can be harmful Oncologists urge skin cancer screening and prevention Wednesday, 22 January 2025, This SunSmart Skin Cancer Awareness Month, two clinical oncologists practising at Netcare Alberton Hospital highlight the importance

Food and Drink

A Beginner’s Guide to Matcha

By Vanessa Ascencao and Kira Jacobs As its popularity has been steadily on the rise in recent years, matcha has decidedly shifted from a trend into the mainstream. Derived from the leaves of the Camellia

Events

It’s new, it’s exciting, it’s The Rand Show 2025

The Rand Show 2025 will bring visitors even more excitement, entertainment, and fun! After the resounding success of 2024, when over 80,000 attendees enjoyed an unforgettable experience, next year’s event promises to be even better.

Weddings

Beyond the “I do’s” – The magic of honeymoons

After months of meticulous planning and a wedding day filled with joyous celebrations, a cherished and timeless tradition takes centre stage for newlyweds —their honeymoon. This getaway offers a much-needed opportunity to unwind after the

Events

Make Valentine’s Day magical and memorable at Spier

Stellenbosch – January 2025 A Romantic Picnic Feast Make Valentine’s Day magical and memorable at Spier. Nothing says, ‘I adore you’, quite like a summer evening picnic. Collect your picnic basket filled with nutritious farm-fresh

Food and Drink

Wilde Vy Bistro to open on the Durbanville Wine Route

South Africa, Cape Town, 20 January 2025 – The Cape’s Durbanville region is set to receive an exciting new eatery – Wilde Vy Bistro, situated on the historic Hooggelegen Farm, home of Signal Gun Wines.

Food and Drink

Mill St Bistro Stellenbosch

South Africa, Stellenbosch, 24 January 2025:  This summer, Mill St Bistro proudly unveils its new Wine Deck, a vibrant celebration of South African wine-making at its most interesting. Situated on the corner of Mill and

Cruises

Mi Casa’s friendship cruise

Cape Town, South Africa — With under five weeks until the Mi Casa Friendship Cruise Experience sets sail, the lineup has grown even bigger, adding more talented friends to the stage! Set sail across the

Destinations

Experience ethical tourism at Lalibela Wildlife Reserve

Travellers today are seeking experiences that don’t just minimise harm but actively contribute to local welfare and environmental health. By combining eco-conscious tourism with community development, Lalibela Wildlife Reserve demonstrates how ethical tourism can support