Grey skies, puddles of mud and wellingtons – these are a few of our favourite winter things.
With seasonal specials in the Western Cape, there’s no need to hibernate unless you’re cosying up at The Grand Daddy, or next to a fireplace in Stellenbosch. Tuck in to the finest winter cuisine at The Collection by Liz McGrath, or venture out on a City Sightseeing Cape Town red bus and take a trip up Table Mountain or to the Two Oceans Aquarium. So get your coat on and take advantage of these winter specials!
Kick the winter blues by boarding a City Sightseeing South Africa bus to take advantage of their 3-for-1 Kidz Special.
Until 15 October 2015, two children (under the age of 18) ride for free with every paying adult on weekends, public holidays and school holidays. And, if you buy your tickets online, you save even more. The iconic red buses are the best way to the see the Mother City and keep your kids entertained during the holidays. They get a free activity book and their very own channel to listen to during the tour.
One ticket gets you four tours and up to 27 stops – and you can hop on and off as many times as you like.
The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway – a stop on City Sightseeing Cape Town’s Red City Tour – also offers a 3-for-1 Kidz Season special.
Two children under 18 ride for free with every adult return ticket purchased. Valid on weekends, public holidays and school holidays, the ticket also entitles the kids to a treasure hunt map and something sweet when they hand in their voucher at the Shop at the Top and at the café. And if you’re looking for a bite to eat, the Table Mountain Café at the summit is running a Kidz Season Café Special, while adults can tuck into hearty winter menu items.
The Two Oceans Aquarium is a great indoor activity for the family, and with their recently launched debit order option for new memberships, it’s affordable, too. Not only do you have access to this incredible underwater nature reserve all year round, but it also comes with a string of benefits. Think sleepovers and big discounts. Alternatively, buy your tickets online and save 10%.
The Grand Daddy boutique hotel is running a great winter getaway special for city slickers. Enjoy a three-night stay and only pay for two on a mini-break in the city, and become part of the increased weekend activity along Long Street. The winter getaway special includes – among other things – a delicious buffet breakfast and 10% off your total bill when dining at L’Apero restaurant.
If you’re looking to venture out of the city, Stellenbosch is a wonderful retreat. Accommodation with cosy fireplaces, fine wining and dining, and the beauty of the surrounds make for an amazing day out or an even longer stay. Reflect, Relax Stellenbosch has three winter Winelands packages and special add-ons for a truly personal experience. Take your pick from accommodation options and bucket-list activities, and explore the Winelands in all its winter glory.
For the foodies, The Collection by Liz McGrath is a culinary delight, with winter specials at The Conservatory, The Pavilion and at SeaFood at The Plettenberg. Diners will be treated to the finest foods created from fresh, seasonal produce – think miso pork belly, Karoo lamb and Amarula ice cream. Each establishment offers its own unique culinary winter experience so there’s something to indulge everyone’s taste.
