December 2025

What’s Special About Babylonstoren Wine Estate?

What’s Special About Babylonstoren Wine Estate?

What’s Special About Babylonstoren Wine Estate? Babylonstoren wine estate is one of the most visited farms in the Cape Winelands. A scenic 20-minute drive from Franschhoek, this beautiful estate combines a working farm, extensive gardens, a cellar, and restaurants that focus on seasonal produce.  For guests staying in Franschhoek, it is an easy addition to […]

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A pair of adult baboons sitting on the ground. Some of the wild animals at cape point

Wild Animals at Cape Point: What You Can See in the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve

Wild Animals at Cape Point: What You Can See in the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve Cape Point is one of the few places near a major city where you can see large wild animals, rich birdlife, reptiles, and marine species all in one protected reserve. Located at the southern tip of the Cape

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Boutique Hotels in Cape town - Guests arriving at Blackheath Lodge,

Boutique Hotels in Cape Town – How to Choose the Right Area for Your Stay

Boutique Hotels in Cape Town – How to Choose the Right Area for Your Stay When people start researching boutique hotels in Cape Town, the biggest challenge is choosing the right area.  The city’s neighbourhoods are more spread out than many expect, and traffic, crowds, and the coastline affect travel. Where you stay shapes what

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African penguin conservation

The Oyster Collection’s Support for African Penguin Conservation with SANCCOB

The Oyster Collection’s Support for African Penguin Conservation with SANCCOB African penguins are part of the natural heritage of both the Western Cape and Eastern Cape. SANCCOB operates in Cape Town and Gqeberha, which aligns directly with The Oyster Collection’s footprint in the Western and Eastern Cape.  While most guests see penguins at Boulders Beach

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