A luxury ride down memory lane
The Franschhoek Motor Museum is a world-class facility situated on the L’Ormarins Estate in the majestic Franschhoek Valley, which is a one-hour/75-kilometre drive from central Cape Town. The museum’s Cape Dutch architecture reflects the area’s origins, and exhibition space covers 2 700m2. Set among some expansive lawns, four spacious display Continue Reading
A celebration of all things sparkling
Marking another milestone for Franschhoek Wine Valley, bubbly lovers and aficionados of all things sparkling come together for this newest venture: the Cap Classique Safari, a weekend that pays tribute to all things Cap Classique wines, perfectly coinciding with the beginning of spring and international Cap Classique day. As the Continue Reading
NEWS UPDATE: Franschhoek Bastille 2024 celebrations postponed
In an urgent update, event organisers – following consultations with disaster and risk management – have been advised to postpone the iconic Bastille 2024 celebrations to new dates. This decision prioritises guest safety amid severe weather warnings and anticipated disruptive rain this week. “The decision to postpone was made after Continue Reading
Where service becomes therapy, in Africa’s most illustrious wine valley
Fleur du Soleil guesthouse is more than just a nexus of Franschhoek’s gastronomical and oenological hot spots – it’s a paradigm where hospitality and personalised service are deliciously transformative. For the affluent modern traveller, adjectives like ‘five-star luxury’ and ‘quality service’ are no longer sufficient as a means of enticement Continue Reading
Take a luxury ride down memory lane
The Franschhoek Motor Museum is a world-class facility situated on the L’Ormarins Estate in the majestic Franschhoek Valley, which is an hour’s drive (75 kilometres) from central Cape Town. The museum’s Cape Dutch architecture reflects the area’s origins, with the exhibition space covering 2 700 square metres. Set among some expansive Continue Reading
La Petite Ferme’s five all-new luxury Winery Suites
After months of extensive renovations of what was previously an old Wine Cellar, La Petite Ferme’s five all-new luxury Winery Suites – like a butterfly emerging in full splendour from its cocoon – opened in December 2023. Nestled on the slopes of the Franschhoek Mountains with spectacular views over the Continue Reading
Launch of the new Solms-Delta Wine Company
Tommy Hall is not a man who leaves things to chance. As director of Global Operations for a Fortune 500 technology company, he is all about meticulous planning, managing risk and being prepared for the unexpected. And yet, fate must have played a hand in bringing Hall and his family Continue Reading
Enrich your summer dining experience at La Petite Ferme
From its perch at the very top of the Franschhoek Valley, the acclaimed La Petite Ferme offers not only luxurious accommodation, unparalleled vistas and world-class wines, but it is also home to an award-winning restaurant where you can relish country-inspired cuisine infused with a refreshing contemporary flair. As the warmth Continue Reading
La Petite Ferme awarded Best Scenic Environment Hotel
La Petite Ferme, the picturesque sanctuary in Franschhoek for those seeking a ‘farm-inspired‘ getaway, has been awarded the prestigious 2023 Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Award in the Best Scenic Environment Hotel category. Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards 2023 celebrate and honour hotels that consistently deliver unparalleled guest service, maintain the Continue Reading
