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Monday, 10 August 2009
Eco-Tourism in August

Soekershof – discovering the mystery of all things through plants

Soekershof (’seekers garden’) invites an element of ’seeking’; discovering the mystery of all things through plants that sometimes strikes a chord as we uncover a similar mystery within ourselves.

If you’re looking for unusual and you have a ‘thing’ for fat plants (more commonly known as succulents, and who is not attracted by these water-retaining plants, some of which come equipped with water-saving features, and manage to survive in arid climates?) then Soekershof belongs on your list of things to do … Continued

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Article by: SA Travel News Editor
Tuesday, 21 July 2009

Prefer life in the slow lane?

Gubas De Hoek

Gubas De Hoek

Do you prefer life in the slow lane? If so then take a chilled trip down to Robertson for their third annual Robertson Slow. This year the festival will be held from 7 to 10 August 2009. Ashton, Bonnievale, McGregor and Robertson in collaboration with 28 wineries and Guest Houses from these areas welcome you to the Robertson Wine Valley and invite you, the visitor, to enjoy food and drink at their tables.

Traditional fare such as Waterblommetjie Bredie, Karoo venison, tripe and organic meals will be on offer at the homes of the Valley’s winemaking families. Here you will be able to meet with the winemakers and talk to them about their wines and of course there will be plenty of opportunity to taste the wines of this region … Continued

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Article by: Cape Town Editor
Wednesday, 23 July 2008

Wacky & Wonderful Robertson!

Robertson

Robertson

Located in the foothills of the Langeberg Mountains, on Route 62 between Worcester and Swellendam, is the small town of Robertson. With a history spanning more than 150 years, having been founded in 1853, the town has plenty to offer, despite only having a population in the region of 17 000 people. Many of the original Victorian houses still line the streets, along with the Jacarandas that have earned the town the nickname of “Jacaranda capital of the Western Cape.”

The Robertson valley is also one of the key wine producers in the Western Cape, and the valley boasts no fewer than 31 wine cellars, many of which have won awards for their wines. Wine and food are so important in this little town that the region hosts two events dedicated to them: the annual Food and Wine Festival, and the Wacky Wine Weekend, the latter being held every June. Accommodation in Robertson ranges from relaxed self catering to quaint bed and breakfasts and more up market hotels, so most tastes are catered for. Continued

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Article by: SA Travel News Editor
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