Indaba is one of the largest tourism marketing events in Africa and, according to indaba-southafrica.co.za, one of the top three events of its kind globally. The annual four day event (11-14 May) attracts a large number of visitors from the travel and tourism industry and showcases South Africa’s best tourism products, what better platform for Wesgro to illustrate our wonderful province to the world. Visit Cape Town and Western Cape Stand DEC1 F11, meet our team and experience what we have to offer.
Activities this weekend
In Stellenbosch, Wild Clover’s Hops Harvest Festival (10-12 May) is sure to entertain young and old with beer tasting for the adults and entertainment for the kiddies. The festival is in celebration of the close of a successful harvest and will showcase a variety of hand-crafted beers. Entry is R100, kids under 18 are free, and on Sunday entrance for moms is complimentary.
The first of the two weekend Greenpop Reforest Fest in Platbos Forest (10-12 May) is themed around families with “chilled” music and educational activities for all. There will of course be tree planting, the main focus of the festival, protecting and growing the ancient forest. Tickets cost R550 (R350 for children under 12) and includes camping, meals, entertainment, tools and trees.
The annual Nuy Valley Feast in Worcester (11-12 May) is set to keep you entertained with activities such as a mountain bike competition, vineyard trails as well as tractor and wagon rides. Top quality wines from the hosting wineries will be on offer as well as olive products. Entrance costs R40 and kids under 18 are free.
Organik Love Project, the final event on the trance festival calendar for the year is taking place at Utopia farm near Caledon (11-12 May). Tickets cost R220-R250.
On Saturday, the Ceres Chrysanthemum Association will be showcasing the works of local chrysanthemum growers. Entrance cost R10.
The Table of Peace and Unity is bringing together 700 celebrities, leaders and ordinary citizens from all walks of life to enjoy a delectable lunch on Table Mountain in aid of organisations that help against rape and abuse. Tickets available through Computicket and range between R400-R500.
For those that are more adventurous and sporty, the Red Stone Mountain Bike & Trail Running Family Weekend is taking place in Calitzdorp (10-11 May), there will be mountain biking trail running as well as other family activities on offer. The Willow Creek/Computer Mania MTB Challenge is taking place in Robertson on Saturday and if running is your thing, the Autumn Trail Run is taking place in Stellenbosch at Delvera Farm and Wheels and Runners, a race for able bodied as well as athletes in wheelchairs, is taking place in Hermanus. On Sunday, the Jive Slave Route Challenge will take runners through the historical sites of Cape Town such as the Castle, District Six and Bo Kaap.
For this and more events please visit our events calendar.
Mothers' Day
Sunday is Mother’s Day, and to celebrate, why not treat mom to some TLC at one of the world-class spas we have in the Western Cape. Why not pack a picnic, if the weather holds out, and visit one of the many idyllic picnic spots we have to offer. Many restaurants are offering specials for Mother’s Day, visit our Facebook for more details.
Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there!
Some restaurant specials this Mothers' day:
Cape Town
The Vineyard Hotel and Spa in Newlands, Cape Town is offering 3 course lunch special at R225.
Mom and Me and The Grand Cafe and Beach, dinner and a show for R450.
Hermitage at Hazendal Wine Estate in Kuils River is offering buffet lunch for R280.
Overberg
Stormsvlei Farmstall and Restaurant in Swellendam are offering a lunch buffet at R195.
The Daily Bread in Hermanus will be serving up breakfast for R90 or a 3 course lunch special for R175.
Rivendell in Bot River is having a 4 course lunch special for R250.
De Hoop Nature Reserve is offering one nights free accommodation for mom (provided one of her children are with) this weekend as well as a lunch special at The Fig Tree Restaurant.
West Coast
Slipway Waterfront Restaurant in Saldanha is serving up a delectable lunch for R120.
Geelbek Restaurant in the West Coast National Park is offering a lunch special at R175.
Hilda's Kitchen at Groote Post in Darling is having a 3 course lunch at R175.
Windtown Lagoon Hotel and Spa is offering an accommodation special, R1000 for a one nights stay which includes a day of pampering spa treatments.
Garden Route and Klein Karoo
Henry White's at Fancourt in George is offering a 4 course lunch for R325.
Katrina's at the Kurland Hotel in Plettenberg Bay is serving up buffet lunch at R250.
Knysna Yatch Club is offering a delicious 3 course lunch, call to find out the cost.
Buffelsdrift Game Lodge in Oudtshoorn is having a lunch buffet special for R195.
Winelands
Bodega Restuarant at Donier in Stellenbosch is offering a 3 course lunch ranging between R280-R360.
Die Tolhuis in Ceres is having a 3 course lunch special for R110.
Glen Carlou is Klapmuts is serving up a delectable 3 course lunch for R320.
*Most restaurants require bookings and offer reduced rates for children.
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