Best Time to Visit the Western Cape

Best Time to Visit the Western Cape

Ask anyone when to visit the Western Cape, and they’ll say December. Long days, warm water, braai weather. Makes sense, right?  And they’re not wrong, exactly.  But they’re also missing some of the most extraordinary windows this part of...
Romantic Getaways in Cape Town

Romantic Getaways in Cape Town

South Africa’s most unforgettable love stories begin at the water’s edge. On a sunlit beach in Plettenberg Bay, on a hilltop watching the Indian Ocean turn gold, or in a vine-draped valley where time slows to a standstill.  Raw Africa Collection...
Why Choose a Boutique Hotel Over Other Accommodation?

Why Choose a Boutique Hotel Over Other Accommodation?

When planning a trip to the Western Cape or the Garden Route, the accommodation you choose shapes the entire experience. From sprawling chain hotels to impersonal self-catering units, the options are endless.  Nothing compares to the intimacy and character of a...