There has always been something quite special about train journeys and it seems to have retained its place as a unique mode of travel, even in today’s fast paced world, where it provides a time-warp getaway. And most importantly: there is nothing do, except kick back, read your book, soak up the passing scenery and …
When I first saw the video clip of this young mountain biker getting hit by a Red Hartebeest the other day, I thought it was pretty amazing. I watched it again and again, almost in disbelief. What are the chances: A. of it happening at all? B. of the person and/or the antelope surviving largely …
When it comes to weekend getaways, Capetonians are seriously spoilt for choice. Within a three hour driving radius in any direction one can find an incredibly diverse offering of places to visit: tucked away on farms, in mountains and at the ocean’s edge. What a pleasure to have all these places to explore. It is …
So there we were, finally lined up for the Platteklip Charity Challenge 2011. I have to admit being fairly nervous. I thought I was not, but this event is unlike any other I have done. With the focus being on all out fund-raising in the lead up, one is constantly reminded of what looms. For …
Looking for a place to go for a breakfast in Cape Town? Look no further than the Roundhouse Restaurant. After three plus years on the fickle Cape Town foodie landscape, it is a veritable institution already. So the Roundhouse looks like it is here to stay. And well done to the team who boldly chose …
The 34th edition of the legendary Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour took place yesterday in Cape Town; and after the howling southeasters of the last two years, most of the 35 000 cyclists set to take part in this year’s Cycle Tour were understandably nervous to even mention the word “wind” or “southeaster” this …
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