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Tourism Sentiment Index (TSI) - a travel data intelligence solution created by acclaimed destination marketing agency Destination Think - has released Leading Places: The 100 Most Loved Destinations Around the World for 2021, with Knysna ranking in the top 20 at #19, Stellenbosch #23, Hermanus #41, and Cape Town #54. TSI concluded the rankings through an intensive data study - analysing more than 1.6 billion online conversations and content pieces publicly available about 21,330 global destinations - to identify the 100 ‘Most Loved Destinations’.
With the rankings confirming the destination’s popularity globally, Cape Town and the Western Cape was also very popular locally this past festive season, with domestic visitor numbers tripling between November and December 2021. Cape Town International Airport reported a recovery of 66% for domestic arrivals and 29% for international when compared to December 2019. We trust that February will bring a surge of guests to the Western Cape to experience the best our beautiful province has to offer, as many entities remain in dire straits and desperately need visitors to boost their businesses.
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| South African-born Shau Mafuna joins Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 team
The Mercedes-AMG Formula 1 team expanded their staff complement with the appointment of several new members ahead of the new F1 season. One of the new employees is South African-born Shau Mafuna, who joined the team in November 2021 as a mechanical engineer. Mafuna joined the F1 team’s powertrain division - the team that supplies engines to the four teams that Mercedes-AMG powers. These teams are Mercedes-AMG, Aston Martin, McLaren, and Williams. Mafuna will be directly involved with the powertrains fitted to Lewis Hamilton’s F1 car this year. Dreams certainly do come true.
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That’s the case for the South African-born mechanical engineer Shau Mafuna. Quitting has never been an option for South African mechanical engineers based in the UK. Mafuna said: “This is a dream that a certain few knows how hard we have pushed to reach this position! The last 12 months on the Work Experience Academy have been challenging but insightful and have prepared me to take up the permanent role with a lot more confidence.” “Look, it goes back where the dream started, to be an F1 driver, everyone wants to be an F1 driver for the best team in the world, Mercedes is one. Now as an engineer, you will also be part of the best in the world,” says Mafuna. He had to overcome a number of obstacles to achieve his dream. “One thing for me is South Africans are much better than they think. They are at the level we are taught is much higher – don’t doubt your skills. Trust your skills.” He’s looking forward to his dream and hopes to inspire others to follow in his footsteps. “I’m wishing all the best for those engineers, aspiring to be like me and hopefully get more South Africans on this platform, and I really believe we can do it.”
| Brace yourself Western Cape more hot weather is on the way
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has recently indicated that the extreme heat and humidity is here to stay a little longer. After the extreme heat and humidity experienced in the Western Cape this summer, SAWS said people should be prepared for hotter days in February, the hottest month on average for South Africa. There is a possibility that the Western Cape can experience hotter days, even though the seasonal outlook is indicating normal to below-normal maximum temperatures for most of the country. “South Africa is warming up, but there can be cooler years in the future,” stated the weather office. UCT Climate System Analysis Group (CSAG) deputy director Christopher Jack said these conditions would continue for the next several decades and even longer if global efforts to reduce emissions failed, proving that these conditions were indeed a symptom of climate change. The CSAG deputy director said insight into the recent humidity was more complex and required further analysis of the system that produced the heat wave.
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Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) spokesperson Sputnik Ratau said the recent floods in some provinces and the heatwave in the Western Cape was proof that climate change was not some distant phenomenon. But was happening right now.
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How to beat the heat: Stay hydrated at all times, avoid too much physical activity, keep cool, check up on those that are suffering the most, protect your skin by using sunscreen, do not leave children and pets in an unattended vehicle, and wear garments that are light.
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The Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) will partner with The Galileo Open Air Cinema for the month of February to continue supporting tourism revival in Cape Town. The partnership falls under TMACC’s 12 month #CablewayLovesLocal campaign, which incentivizes local tourism activity. The #CablewayLovesLocal campaign kicked off in September 2021 through collaborating with travel and tourism businesses across Cape Town. Since the start of the campaign, TMACC has partnered with brands such as Coco Safar, the Sky-Hi ride and Groot Constantia wine farm.
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This February, TMACC and The Galileo Open Air Cinema offer a packed deal for patrons which includes two return cableway tickets with two complimentary drinks and two Warm and Comfy Galileo Open Air Cinema tickets with two Combo coupons which includes two popcorns, two Smarties and two fruit pastilles. For more information visit www.thegalileo.co.za/picnic/buy-tickets/
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| Cape’s Cruise Tourism Season Resumes Cape Town and the Western Cape’s Cruise Tourism Season Resumed with the arrival of the MSC Orchestra Cruise Liner. The Cruise Cape Town Initiative – a strategic project housed within Wesgro - welcomed the resumption of Cruise Tourism with the arrival of the MSC Orchestra on local shores on 12 January 2022. Having made her way from Durban to Port Elizabeth, and then to Cape Town’s recently revamped terminal. The Mother City and surrounding regions benefited from the disembarking passengers. The ship then embarked passengers and departed for a 5-night cruise and returned to Cape Town on 18 January 2022. Globally, the demand for cruising reflected a 20.5% growth in the last five years, with the Cape Town Cruise Terminal performing exceptionally well with 206 Cruise ships recorded over the last 5 cruise seasons (2015-2019). Vessels which docked at the Cape Town Cruise Terminal during the November 2018 - April 2019 cruise season collectively contributed over R2 million in spend from ship crew members. The highest spend was linked to hotels, handling processing, transport and meals for crew members. “Through attracting more cruise ships to the Mother City, other passenger ports in South Africa and on the Continent stand to capitalise on cruise tourism. ”
“Despite getting off to a slow start because of COVID regulations and Omicron, the Cruise Cape Town Initiative remains dedicated to promoting and enabling this highly profitable tourism sector in the upcoming months – to benefit our province, the rest of the country and the African continent,” concluded Wrenelle Stander, Wesgro CEO and official spokesperson for the Cruise Cape Town Initiative.
| Dr Soon-Shiong Opens Vaccine Production Campus South African-born biotech billionaire and entrepreneur Doctor Patrick Soon-Shiong, along with President Cyril Ramaphosa, officially opened the NantSA Vaccine Manufacturing Campus at Brackengate on 19 January 2022. At this event the Africa’s Access to Advanced Healthcare (AAAH) coalition with NANTSA was launched with the aim to manufacture a billion doses of the Covid-19 vaccine by 2025. Around R3 billion has been invested in establishing the facility. The NantSA Vaccine Manufacturing Campus aims to advance vaccine manufacturing and build Africa’s pharmaceutical capacity. The NantSA facility will make a vital contribution, complementing the work already being done by companies like Aspen, Biovac and Afrigen in South Africa and several other companies in other parts of the continent. It was also revealed during the launch that Soon-Shiong and his company will create a scholarship programme worth R100 million to educate and create a skilled work force in the biotechnology and life sciences industry. The coalition also aims to establish innovative manufacturing techniques to provide new treatments for life-threatening diseases including cancer, Tuberculosis and HIV/Aids. Background: Billionaire Soon-Shiong was born in South Africa. He qualified as a doctor at the University of the Witwatersrand and moved to the US, where he subsequently built a medical and business empire. Today, he is number 89 on the Forbes 400 list of the wealthiest Americans with an estimated fortune of $7.5 billion.
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| 91st Life Saved
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On Wednesday, 5 January 2022 two young men were swept out of the main beach tidal pool in front of the Jongensfontein camping area by a rip current. They were pulled into an extremely dangerous situation where they could not swim back into the tidal pool and risked being washed against the rocks. It was clear that they were rapidly tiring.
The Transporter-3 mission from expat Elon Musk’s SpaceX lifted off on 13 January 2022 with three nanosatellites locally produced by Cape Peninsula University of Technology’s (CPUT) students with enhanced monitoring capabilities at the US space force station in Cape Canaveral. In a first for South Africa, a trio of locally produced Maritime Domain Awareness Satellites (MDASat) was launched in accordance with government’s efforts to track and monitor the country’s maritime traffic. The R27-million project has been mandated by the Department of Science and Innovation to enhance South Africa’s oceanic sovereignty. On a small scale, the country has been involved in space activities since the dawn of the space age in 1957 and even assisted with the Apollo Programme that put man on the moon. Etnard Louw, CPUT satellite system engineer, said that they’d been working on the project for the past three years. Innovation: African Space Innovation Centre (ASIC) team is happy with the progress made by the Marine Domain Awareness Satellites mission, which was successfully launched. The team has achieved the first milestone with the three satellites, which is to communicate with them and receive the beacon from each satellite.
A number of people on the beach noticed that the two teenagers were in difficulty and when one of the swimmers waved an arm, indicating that they needed assistance, three sixteen-year-old friends ran to their tent to get their fins and their body boards to go and help.
Acting Chief Engineer on the project, Nyameko Royi says: “At 22:55 hours after the launch we managed to receive the beacon from all three satellites and verified their status with correct battery voltage, the status of the On-Board Computer Image and deployment of the UHF antennae.”
The lifeguards had left the beach for the day as their duty was finished, and were not available. The three youngsters all sixteen years old, had the forethought to take an extra body board with them as well as a lifeguard’s torpedo buoy and the Pink Rescue Buoy 31-07 which was sponsored by FEM. They quickly reached the two swimmers who were exhausted. The Pink Rescue Buoy and body board was used to help the two float and regain their strength. Without the bravery of these three young men, the two swimmers (both approximately 14 years old) may have drowned. The rescue was well planned and the three rescuers made sure that they had ample flotation for themselves and for the two who were in difficulty. The rapid response with ample emergency flotation saved two lives without risking the lives of the rescuers. This is highly commendable. The Pink Rescue Buoy, which helped one boy to float means that the Pink Buoys have been used to save 91 lives that we know of at the date of writing. “We managed to also send telecomands to the satellites and successfully received the telemetry.” Book a Table
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Royi adds that the team has not experienced any serious challenge as yet, “although we did have Satellite A booting into fail-safe mode, but that was sorted immediately by requesting the OBC to reset and within the following pass the issue was resolved.” He says the team is currently in the process of commissioning the Altitude Determination Control System which provides a total control of the satellite’s orbit, that is going to take about two weeks. Reflecting on the progress made since the launch, Royi says: “We are all excited about the project, we are hopeful that we are not to experience any major concerns from the satellites. Regarding the ZACube-2, we have six passes a day we have three in the morning, and we have another three in the evening,” Royi elaborates. In addition, Royi says: “I would like to thank everyone who has been involved in the project, current CPUT employees and former colleagues. I would like to extend this appreciation to other companies that support our mission, being directly or indirectly involved with the mission.”
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La Récolte Retirement Village Lunches final phase of development La Récolte Retirement Village, a luxury estate situated in Stellenberg in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town, has launched Block D, the final phase of the development. Jessica Kolver-Louw, property sales agent for the C4 Property Group, says: “The estate offers the perfect mix of tranquil living and city amenities, plus a lot more.” Other amenities on the estate include the modern Care Centre, which offers advanced facilities and 24-hour moderate to complete care. The Clubhouse boasts a variety of amenities such as a state-of-the-art industrial kitchen and catering
services, a gym, library, beauty salon, stacking doors to view the spectacular, ever-changing mountains and outdoor braai-area. These facilities are open to all residents and their guests. Block D will offer seven unit types, ranging from one bedroomed to two bedroomed apartments. Each unit will be fitted with floor to ceiling tiles in the bathroom, open-plan kitchen equipped with a Defy oven, hob and extractor fan, living room, balcony, and granite top kitchen counters. Block D units will have allocated basement parking at no extra cost, and the basement will also offer a laundry room for washing and drying. The development group’s managing director, Jaco Steyn of Steyter Construction, adds that the development suits the varied requirements of retirees. “La Récolte offers three essential benefits - location, security and comfort. We’re one of very few developments where we can honestly say that it’s your retirement on your terms. All services such as house cleaning, catering, and nursing can be arranged to suit your lifestyle and budget. Furthermore, we pride ourselves on the fact that our units are spacious compared to other developments. We offer a comprehensive product at an affordable rate.” Block D will sell from R1 695 000 for a one-bedroomed apartment to R2 985 000 for a spacious two bedroomed apartment. Buyers can choose between pre-selected contemporary finishes. For more information visit www.larecolte.co.za, call Jessica Kolver-Louw on 074 888 2132, or e-mail on jessicak@c4propertygroup.co.za
Meet us at The Old Tannery Coffee Shop in Wellington The Old Tannery is situated on the edge of Wellington, alongside the Krom River. Once a manufacturer of various leathered goods, the now landmark “Old Tannery” is a New, Hot, Mixeduse destination offering trendy office and retail space, a coffee shop and other leisure as well as family attractions. The heritage site offers the ideal “artisanal appeal” and is a photographer’s dream, hence its popularity as a wedding venue and tourism attraction. The Old Tannery Coffee Shop is also a must-visit destination for coffee lovers, as you can appreciate a cup of joy with our famous carrot cake, hearty baked items from Chef Lisa, all-day breakfast or even grab some Asian dishes authentically prepared by a Thai Chef. Celebrating a special occasion with family and/or friends? “We would gladly cater for a small group exclusively with an affordable budget to make it a memorable experience.” “We are open daily, Monday to Friday from 8h00 – 17h00, Saturday and Sunday from 8h00 – 14h00. Please visit us and support locals.” For more information contact 079 511 6699 or 076 826 0262 or visit www.facebook.com/oldtannerycoffeeshop
Celebrate 363 years of the SA wine industry Raise a glass and celebrate 363 years of South African wine heritage on 2 February 2022. This momentous day marks the start of our winemaking industry. South Africa is the only country in the world that can accurately pinpoint the date of origin of our wine industry, thanks to Jan van Riebeeck’s diary entry on 2 February 1659 which read: “Today, praise be to God, wine was made for the first time from Cape grapes.” “This occasion has become a significant and truly memorable day for both wine appreciators and winemakers.” “It honours the birth of the wine industry in South Africa, it asks for a blessing on the new harvest, and pays tribute to the trailblazers in the industry,” says Jean Naudé, CEO of Groot Constantia. “We are excited by the upcoming harvest season and look forward to celebrating it with the rest of the industry, and wine lovers across the globe,” says Naudé. Groot Constantia is South Africa’s oldest wine-producing farm established in 1685 by the then Governor of the Cape, Simon van der Stel, and is considered the historical birthplace of the South African wine industry. “We encourage you to support participating wineries in their harvest festivities by sharing your news, stories and enjoying a glass of South African wine.”
Jess van Dyk to open new restaurant in Stellenbosch Stellenbosch’s Old Post Office on the corner of Bird and Plein street will soon welcome a new eatery called Post & Pepper; the brainchild of chef and owner Jess van Dyk and restaurant manager Dimitri Hadzigrigoriou, both formerly of Franschhoek’s Protégé restaurant. Jess was previously Head Chef at Eat Out Restaurant of the Year in 2019, La Colombe, before taking the helm at Protégé and assisting with the expansion of the group into Franschhoek. Hadzigrigoriou joins the team and has honed his world-class service style at some of South Africa’s top restaurants: The Test Kitchen, Epice and Protégé. Jess’s vision is to celebrate her own South African food heritage, mixed with global influences, in a casual space (the restaurant will be situated in the heart of the bustling university town).
“We want to offer everything that guests love about the ‘fine dining restaurant experience’, but without any of the stiffness,” says the chef. “Or the intimidating price tag!” adds Dimitri with a shy smile. Guests can look forward to reinvented classics from Jess’s childhood in the Northern Cape, such as koeksisters, lieslap or skaapstertjies on the braai. Post & Pepper will be about family-style dining, with dishes that can be shared (or not!) depending on the occasion. “We prefer not to bind our patrons by any rules, they should feel comfortable and right at home” adds Jess. “Our first goal is to create delicious food. Our second goal is to turn our guests into regulars, and ultimately: friends.” Post & Pepper is due to open in mid-February 2022 for lunch and dinner.
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Live life your way at the tranquil La Récolte Retirement Village. Nestled in Cape Town’s northern suburbs, in the picturesque Cape Winelands, it’s centrally located with everything you need right at your doorstep. Close to Tygervalley Shopping Centre, Willowbridge, Intercare Hospital and the N1, it is a mere hop-skip-and-ajump to everything you need to live your best retirement.
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The Somerset is situated at the foot of the Hottentots Holland Mountains with spectacular views and is conveniently located to a range of local amenities, shopping malls, excellent hospitals, golf courses & sports facilities. The estate, created by the award-winning Westacre Property Group, has homes of uncompromising and solid construction, positioned to make the most of breathtaking False Bay and Mountain views. Plot are carefully levelled to facilitate ease of movement around the property. Innovative terracing maximises views were possible with attractive landscaping, including parks, water features and peaceful communal gardens with indigenous plants. The design honours the architectural vernacular of the winelands as well as the original architecture of Somerset West, marrying The Somerset perfectly with its surroundings. Choose from a range of property options to suit your unique needs- 2 and 3 bedroom Freehold homes, 1 and 2 bedroom Life Right Apartments and 1 and 2 bedroom Life Right Cottages are available, with varying views and layouts.
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The estate boasts a stylish clubhouse, gym, library, conference room and chapel at your disposal, 24 hour security and access control allowing to live as independently as you wish, with the reassurance of comprehensive support available from the Health Care Centre whether it be in a private en-suite room at the centre or a tailor made care package to suit your needs within your own home. For more information contact 021 810 3500 or email enquiries@thesomerset.co.za
Western Cape & Hermanus Property Set to Out perform in 2022 home seek the benefits of the ideal rural lifestyle of a waterfront location with sea and mountain views, within a beautiful vineyard estate, with all the benefits that it offers. “Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate is low-density and there is ample private space between each house and plot for complete tranquillity and relaxation. You can also participate if you choose in the life of the adjoining wine farm and hospitality area. This includes wine tastings and other events, including the Winemakers Dinner hosted by our own, award-winning Johann Fourie and his team, to celebrate the harvest.
As ‘semigrants’ continue to migrate to the Western Cape from other areas of South Africa, the province is likely to outperform economically and in terms of property sales, says Penny Streeter, owner of Benguela Cove Lagoon Estate, Hermanus: “This is based on the province’s ability to recruit skilled immigrants with high purchasing power, which is critical for economic growth, and which has lately improved. Omicron may have dampened the market slightly, but now that the evidence appears to be that it is a much milder form of Coronavirus, with significantly fewer hospitalisations, all indicators are that this year will progress as 2021 ended - encouragingly, with growing demand driving purchases, particularly in prime coastal locations like Hermanus.” Recently, the Western Cape has been the most popular semi-migration destination in the country because of the growing recognition, at home and abroad, that the province offers a great lifestyle as well as significant economic potential. It is also seen as a region with relatively well-run provincial and local governments. As time has passed, communication and information technology has improved and enabled businesses and individuals to work nationally and internationally with far greater ease and confidence. There is also an encouraging level of new property enquiries at the Benguela residential estate from Cape Town, as homeworkers and those wanting a second
“There are popular wine tasting pontoon tours of the cove, the Moody Lagoon restaurant where you can enjoy delicious food with the produce from the wine and olive farm, as well as arts events and exhibitions. These include the stunning sculpture park, with the works of Anton Smit, and live music; the summer programme that’s now on is a big success, and supports local artists.” The 200-hectare estate features 124 plots. Over half of these are now developed as luxury waterside properties by their private owners, all with fully managed security, water and other services and good Wi-Fi coverage. The residential plan at Benguela Cove is designed to give new plot buyers freedom of expression when designing a new home whilst preserving and protecting the harmony achieved through architectural controls that apply to all new developments. It has received numerous international accolades, including the Titan Property Award. “The standards allow for a modern or traditional take on Cape vernacular architecture. They were created to maintain the estate’s rural character and stunning views. By mixing both built and natural fabric, the development achieves a balance between luxurious estate living and pristine nature,” says Penny Streeter. Environmental protection and improvement is a passion of the estate developer and management team of the wine farm. This has resulted in many awards in recent years, including as a World Wildlife Fund for Nature (WWF) Conservation Champion. For more information contact +27 (0) 824999 774 or visit www.benguelacove.com or Email: developer@benguelacove.co.za
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Launches new assisted living suites sold on life right The hugely successful Helderberg Manor Retirement Village in Somerset West, a prestigious collection of houses, assisted living suites and garden apartments has launched a new block of assisted living suites, sold on a life right basis, which will be the last development on the estate. The newly launched suites will offer only 50 units, consisting of one bedroom, one bathroom suites selling from R995 000. The block will be completed by the end of April 2022. Developed by the esteemed Devmark Property Group, the development is situated in Heritage Park – a 200 hectare private estate, complete with its own houses, schools, shops, places of worship, parks and waterways at the foot of the picturesque Helderberg Mountain. According to Dejane Ehlers, Head of Marketing at Devmark Property Group, the success of Helderberg Manor lies in the fact that it offers retirees everything they need. “We all know that location is of paramount importance. Helderberg Manor is situated close to the beautiful winelands of Somerset West and Stellenbosch, beaches, shops and restaurants. Furthermore, all the amenities have been completed including the clubhouse, library, assisted living suites and 24-hour medical care – all situated in beautifully landscaped gardens.
“It remains one of our most successful developments to date. Our residents are active, social and enjoy life to the fullest, and our garden and house cleaning services give residents the opportunity to lead a lock-up and go lifestyle.” Steyl concludes: “The fact that most facilities have been completed at Helderberg Manor makes these apartments very attractive to prospective buyers. One can just move in and have the pleasure of all the required amenities on your doorstep in an established community.” For more information, visit www.helderbergmanor.co.za or contact Estelle Wilshere on 076 738 017
Stellenbosch students choose secure living near campus An attraction highlighted was the benefits of being within walking or cycling distance of the university’s facilities, as well as the face-to-face academic support. As a result of this desire to live on or close to campus, there has been no let-up in the demand for student accommodation in Stellenbosch. Da Vinci, Deo Gloria, 17 on Cluver and Archimedes are student-only developments taking every aspect of a student’s lifestyle into account and because they are semi-furnished, they ensure hassle-free accommodation from the outset. Deo Gloria comprises studios, lofts and two or three-bedroom apartments situated on the Green Route on Cluver and Merriman Roads, near the campus and patrolled by security guards on foot and bicycles. Another development, 17 on Cluver also enjoys beautiful Stellenbosch views and a natural ambiance from its sought-after position on the Green Route. Stellenbosch University students adding to the varsity town’s hustle and bustle with their lively conversations and teasing laughter are happy to be back on campus. Particularly those, it seems, who have grasped the opportunity to test their independence in an environment geared to support them as they learn, grow and thrive. That’s the finding of a ‘spot survey’ by Pam Golding Properties’ Stellenbosch office of several of the first young adults on campus to settle down in hostels, apartments, or ‘digs’ ahead of 2022 classes resuming.
Archimedes is situated opposite the university’s world-renowned Engineering Faculty and comprises a studio and two-bedroom with comprehensive security systems and green structures in place, it offers a secure, eco-friendly lifestyle. Other developments marketed by Pam Golding Properties include Bosmans Club and The Niche, which are not student-only buildings, but include apartments with more than two bedrooms, making them ideal for students’ parents to use when visiting.
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Plan Your Escape To The Med! “If you don’t like where you are, move. You are not a tree”....... Jim Rohn. Cyprus is quickly becoming one of Europe’s most sought-after and desirable destinations to ex-pats both for permanent relocation as well as property investment. Being English-speaking is a huge advantage and this aspect makes the transition to your new life very easy. Not only is the warm climate a factor (there are 320 days of sunshine), but the crystal blue Mediterranean Sea, 66 blue-flag beaches, majestic sunsets and picturesque natural surroundings offer a fantastic outdoor environment.
of where to buy is very personal and the type of property depends on your lifestyle requirements, your budget and also your plans. The lush & beautiful city of Paphos on the Western side of the island is very similar to the Western Cape and year-on-year continues to enjoy the most demand from investors. Protect yourself, your family and your assets from unpredicted events by taking advantage of the opportunity to secure permanent residency in Cyprus. Think of getting residency as guaranteeing your and your family’s future. An astute offshore property investment that works for you in the short, medium and long term is the achievement of a lifetime. Investing in Cyprus’ residency programme not only makes financial sense, but it will tangibly benefit your immediate family. Can you afford not to take advantage of this while the programme is still open? A new home in a new country is the achievement of a lifetime and an investment in the future for the next generation. In Cyprus the investment options really are the best. Living is laid back and you set your own pace.
The Mediterranean lifestyle in Cyprus is about scrumptious cuisine & enjoying life to the full. There are 7 world golf courses (4 are world-class), an abundance of fine dining venues, numerous wine routes and a plethora of outdoor activities. Cyprus is first world; and the infrastructure is extremely well developed: there are 10,600km of freeways, 2 international airports, 5 ports and 5 fully equipped marinas. The state handles most of Cyprus’ power and communication needs; and the service on offer is efficient and reliable. Load-shedding is not a reality in Cyprus! Cyprus is very centrally located being at the centre of where the East meets the West; and it is very easy to get to mainland Europe, the UK, Russia, China and Africa. Being a full member of the EU has its advantages: there is free movement of goods and services across all 28 countries; and you have access to 450 Million consumers! Europe could well become your new fishing pond. Cyprus is recognised throughout Europe for its excellent healthcare system that provides highly skilled medical practitioners, excellent hospitals and value for money. Despite being a country with enviably high standards generally, it’s the access to state of the art medical centres, being able to be treated by highly trained doctors and specialists and the high level of care & treatment that play very much in Cyprus’ favour. A huge benefit for permanent residents is that they are entitled to become part of Cyprus’ National Health scheme (GESY). No more heavy medical aid premiums! Properties in Cyprus offer exceptional value for money when compared to other European countries – especially homes right on or near to The Med. The choice
And what better place to do this than where the blue skies meet the Mediterranean Sea: on the beautiful island of Cyprus.
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Stellenbosch StreeT Soirées Experience Stellenbosch in all its good-living glory during the town’s annual Street Soirées, a series of relaxed food-and-wine tastings underway from the end of this month. The popular events have become a calendar highlight as the perfect way to see in the new year and enjoy balmy evenings in South Africa’s premier cultural destination. The Street Soirées are presented by Stellenbosch Wine Routes and feature an array of participating restaurants and wineries. This is the opportunity to taste a variety of Stellenbosch wines and sumptuous street-food in a social, open-air setting. For the occasion, one of the town’s main roads is closed off, allowing visitors to snack and sip through fine local fare. Drostdy Street is also one of the historic town’s oldest and most scenic, which has made the event even more memorable.
The 9th edition of the Investec Cape Town Art Fair will take place between 18-20 February 2022 at the Cape Town International Convention (CTICC). Cape Town Art Fair offers an intimate experience of the largest contemporary art fair in Africa, in one of the world’s most vibrant art cities - the place where the fast-growing African art market and the international art world meet.
So too the gathering itself. For many of its loyal fans, Stellenbosch Street Soirées have become a way to re-connect with friends after the holiday season.
Investec Cape Town Art Fair’s focus for its ninth edition is shared-support, collaboration, and inspiring new initiatives to ensure momentum and establish a support system among exhibitors. “We believe in the art fair model to bring people together to connect, converse and contemplate at the forefront of contemporary art.” The 2022 edition of the fair looks profoundly to the notion of collaboration across aspects of Investec Cape Town Art Fair intending to open up a dialogue and a shared support structure, with an exchange of ideas, research, artists, strategies and resources. The SOLO section will feature works by several emerging and established artists from around the world. This section offers a more in-depth view of varied artistic practices from a wide cross-section of contexts - in the form of curated solo presentations. In its fourth iteration, SOLO will explore how artists have reacted to intimacy and introspection caused by the pandemic, as well as the effect of exchange and collaboration on artistic practice.
Irma Stern Museum turns 50
But don’t just plan to go to one! Each Soirée features different wineries, giving you the chance to experience more than a few, and to keep the good vibes going. The 2022 Stellenbosch Street Soirées take place on February 9 and 23, and March 9 and 23. For more information visit www.wineroute.co.za
The Bridge House Mile is back! Bridge House and Old Mutual Wealth look forward to taking the Bridge House Mile to a new level and making it an even greater event. The event returns on 12 March 2022 to its traditional home - the iconic Berg River Dam near Franschhoek. Available classes for the event: Mile Swim (1.6 km), 200 m Swim, 200 m & 400 m Combo, 200 m & 800 m Combo, 200 m & Mile Combo, 200 m +400 m +800 m +Mile Package, 400 m Swim, 400 m & 800 m Combo, 400 m & Mile Combo, 800 m Swim and 800 m & Mile Combo. From its lush, secluded garden that begs for picnickers, to its Edwardian architectural grandeur, to the astonishing, vibrant interior brimming with cultural and historical artefacts from far-flung travels, to one of the world’s most impressive collections of South African expressionist art, the Irma Stern Museum is nothing short of a national treasure. If it’s not yet on your bucket list, add this Rosebank, Cape Town destination to your must-see line-up of things to do! In 2022, this cultural gem celebrates its 50th year with a stimulating schedule of star-studded exhibitions, events and talks. Once the home of one of South Africa’s best known and internationally renowned painters, the Irma Stern Museum has been perfectly preserved just as the flamboyant artist left it. Even if her resplendent paintings – some of the most famous in the country and commanding the highest ever prices on auction – don’t intrigue you, the house itself warrants a visit just for a voyeuristic glance into how this larger-than-life personality lived a bold and unapologetic life dictated entirely by her own tastes. She collected Roman, Pre-Columbian American and Eastern pieces, which are displayed alongside furniture from Medieval and Renaissance Europe. The Rosebank museum abounds with unusual keepsakes from Irma’s landmark journeys from Cape Town into various parts of Africa, travels which so impacted on the subject of her paintings. For its 50th anniversary, the museum is welcoming its diverse local audiences to enjoy all that the property already has to offer, but there is also a special programme of events throughout the year. The first exhibition, by internationally recognised contemporary artist Athi Patra Ruga, runs from 19 March to 18 June 2022.
Photo: The Bridge House Mile - Photo Credit: Barbara Cole
The Rob Armstrong Memorial Mile is in honour of a legend of the Franschhoek Valley and parent of the school. Rob loved the Berg River Dam and swimming in it. Funds raised will be donated to Watershed Animal Rescue. For more information visit www.entries.great-time.co.za
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UPCOMING Tankwa Trek (MTB)
| Kaleo Guest Farm
3 - 6 Feb
Veuve Clicquot’s Polo Brunch
| Val de Vie
20 Feb
George Old Car Show
| George
12 - 13 Feb
Stellenbosch Street Soirées
| Stellenbosch
23 Feb
Picnic Under the Stars
| Benguela Cove
14 Feb
Franschhoek Chamber Music
| Franschhoek
24 - 27 Feb
Solar Power Africa
| CTICC
16 - 18 Feb
Winelands Beer Festival
| Vrymansfontein Dam
26 Feb
Cape Town Art Fair
| CTICC
18 - 20 Feb
Mommy & Me Expo
| Klein Joostenberg
5 - 6 Mar
KIDS
MARKETS/Emporiums
The Rotary Blue Train Park
| Mouille Point
Mojo Market
| Sea Point
Ice Skating
| Grand West
Freedom Weekend Market
| Paarl
Steam Train to Elgin Railway Market
| Harbour Bridge Platform (CTICC)
Root 44
| Stellenbosch
Farm Sanctuary SA
| Franschhoek
Franschhoek Village Market
| Franschhoek
Eagle Encounters
| Spier Wine Farm, Stellenbosch
V&A Food Market
| V & A Waterfront
African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary
| Gansbaai
Elgin Railway Market
| Elgin
Picnic
Camping Skurwekop
| Robertson
Hazendal Wine Estate
| Stellenbosch
Victoria Bay Caravan Park
| George
Mont Rochelle
| Franschhoek
Vloedbos
| Caledon
Klein Roosboom
| Durbanville
Bulshoekdam Resort
| Clanwilliam
Jonkershuis
| Groot Constantia
Schoongezicht
| Koue Bokkeveld
Fernkloof Nature Reserve
| Hermanus * events subject to change
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2022 CAPE TOWN CYCLE TOUR The Cape Town Cycle Tour, presented by Pick n Pay, is all set for March 13, 2022 with a limited field of 22 500 expected and a pre-race Expo confirmed. This year’s event will be the 44th edition. Last year the Cape Town Cycle Tour was postponed to October 10 as a result of Covid restrictions with a limited field of 18 000. This year organisers have confirmed a larger capacity, but Covid protocols will still apply. “After missing out on our traditional March date last year, we are delighted to be back to our usual date in 2022,” event director, David Bellairs said. “Last year we were oversubscribed with our limited field and glad that we can now expand the entry limit to accommodate more riders in 2022.” Organisers also confirmed that the traditional pre-race Expo will go ahead this year, after being limited in 2021.
Photo: Cape Town Cycle Tour - Photo Credit: Karin Schermbrucker
The Expo will take place at the Cape Town Stadium as part of the registration process. Details of the registration process are still to be announced, but Covid protocols will be in place as was the case in 2021. “The safety of our riders during registration and the race itself is our top priority,” Bellairs continued. Entries are still available via the website www.capetowncycletour.com
THIRSTI AFRICAN X TRAILRUN 3-DAY STAGE RACE
DRESS UP DAY - GUARANTEED TO IMPRESS South Africa’s premier 3-Day Stage Race, the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN will celebrate its 12th anniversary at the picturesque Houw Hoek Hotel in the Overberg Region from Saturday 19 - Monday, 21 March 2022. Launched in 2009, the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN is synonymous with magnificent trails, spectacular views, mouth-watering food, a relaxed atmosphere, great vibe and most importantly, teamwork! Teams of two trail running enthusiasts (male/female/mixed) will be seen battling it out on a route varying in distances each day. Each stage will feature a different route that is guaranteed to keep things challenging, yet exciting, while leaving runners in awe. One of the many highlights of this iconic trail running celebration is “Dress Up Day” which will be celebrated on the third and final stage, on Monday 21 March. “This year Dress Up Day will once again take place on the final stage, Stage Three, on the Monday,” says Michael Meyer, Managing Director of Stillwater Sports and Founder of the THIRSTI AFRICANX TRAILRUN. “The rule is simple, we are looking for commitment and flair, and both runners need to wear their outfits for the duration of the stage, from start to finish. There are awesome sponsor prizes up for grabs as well as bragging rights.”
Photo L - R: Adnaan Mohamed and Sonja Britz - Photo Credit: Tobias Ginsberg
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