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South Africa is home to dozens upon dozens of beautiful beaches. Some are are big, some are small and some will make you feel as though you’ve been transported to a fairytale. From the West Coast to the East Coast, you’re sure to find beaches that are picture perfect....

Nowadays, we all know Camps Bay as the glamorous, cosmopolitan seaside suburb of the Mother City. While there is no denying that Camps Bay is still one of the brightest jewels in the Atlantic Seaboard, you’d be surprised to know that this wasn’t always the case! We’ve...

“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened” – Anatole France We couldn’t agree more! Pets are more than just companions – they’re family. And what better way to celebrate World Animal Day than by taking your furry friend out for a treat...

The beautiful Camps Bay Retreat recently became an even more magical place. The boutique hotel-come-nature reserve has long been revered for its beautiful grounds and lush green lawns, all set on 4 acres of unsurpassed natural beauty – and now this stunning property...

Let’s go to the movies! The 2018 Silwerskermfees has kicked off at The Bay Hotel and it’s safe to say that the excitement in the air is contagious. This year’s festival looks set to be the best one yet, with several of the films making their debut at the festival...

The forest on Camps Bay Retreat’s private nature reserve is getting a boost. 100 new trees are being planted throughout the property. This will increase the density of trees, particularly on the Skywalk Trail. Not only will the new trees further beautify the property,...

The sight of an open top red City Sightseeing bus is an iconic fixture on the roads of Cape Town. They can be seen in abundance, in the City Centre, along the coastline and in tourist hotspots. Just outside The Bay Hotel, each day, like clockwork, these brightly...

Pet Places is announcing that it will be supporting rescue dogs through a new donation programme. 10% of all accommodation bookings will be donated to Sidewalk Specials, an organisation that rescues dogs from abusive or neglectful situations and euthanasia lists. And...

If you walk through the four-acre private nature reserve at Camps Bay Retreat, through the indigenous forest, past the nature pool, and towards the organic nursery, you might come across two surprising structures tucked into the greenery. These converted shipping...

Cape Town has some amazing tourist attractions, but did you know there is plenty of things to do right here in beautiful Camps Bay? Check out these activities, restaurants, bars & other things to do in Camps Bay, all within walking distance of the Camps Bay strip....