Optimism over Level 2 lockdown

Writer: De Waal Steyn.

There was a palpable sense of excitement amongst business owners and the public as the Overstrand eased into the more relaxed Level 2 lockdown restrictions that came into effect at midnight on Monday 17 August.

Several local businesses owners said they expect to see a rise in turnover in the next few weeks as economic activity starts stabilising and increasing.

Cape Whale Coast Tourism Manager, Frieda Lloyd said most accommodation establishments, activity operators, wineries and restaurants have decided to reopen completely. “Luckily, most wineries have a restaurant so visitors will be able to enjoy estate wines with their meals over weekends,” she said.

“Activity-based tourism is becoming exceedingly popular and the Cape Whale Coast has no shortage of activities to entertain the whole family.”

A new work-from-second-home trend can be seen in our towns as many holiday home owners from other parts of the country who can work from home are moving into their holiday homes instead of staying in big cities.

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