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Journey of the Soul
Inspiration

Journey of the Soul

Top US Life Coach Martha Beck shares how she first began her work with the Good Work Foundation and her connection to South Africa.

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Laid-back dining
Cape Town

Laid-back dining

The delightful suburb of Kalk Bay is home to plenty of attractions, from the iconic Dalebrook Tidal Pool to the bustling harbour and its…

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Fruits of the Sea
Cape Town

Fruits of the Sea

Located in the Hyatt Regency on buzzing Buitengracht Street, Urchin Restaurant by Chef Gerard van Staden is bringing Capetonians a fine dining experience with…

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Catching the wave
Cape Town

Catching the wave

By using surf therapy to promote mental health for children in under-resourced communities, Waves for Change is making a difference in the coolest way…

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Immerse yourself
Cape Town

Immerse yourself

If you love spending time by the sea, in the sea and under the sea, why not enhance your experience with these courses?

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Hidden Valley
Explore

Hidden Valley

Get away from it all in this slice of (almost) untouched paradise in Hekpoort. I’ve been lucky enough to gather some of my closest…

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All eyes on: Luke Deutschmann
Local Business

All eyes on: Luke Deutschmann

Words: Carla Louise Gailey & Luke DeutschmannPhotographer Credit: Jared Naidu | @j.capturez“On a normal day, it would go something like this: ‘Hi, I’m Luke-I…

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Get Outside!
Events

Get Outside!

Because we’ve got the scoop on the hottest events for you to enjoy! Splashy Fen 2023 The 2023 edition of South Africa’s friendliest festival…

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