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Spa Specials: Why Garden Route Locals are escaping to Turbine Hotel this Winter!
Winter in the Garden Route has its own charm. Cooler mornings, quieter streets, and the perfect excuse to slow things down a little. The Turbine Hotel in Knysna is embracing the season with its Winter Warmer spa special, running daily throughout May 2026. The special gives locals the chance to mix and match two treatments, […] More
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A Knysna Spa Escape for Mothers at Turbine Hotel with Bubbly & Bliss
Mother’s Day in the Garden Route deserves more than rushed flowers and a last-minute lunch booking. This year, The Turbine Hotel in Knysna is giving local families a chance to slow things down properly with a spa experience designed entirely around relaxation. Running from 6 to 11 May 2026, the Mother’s Day special at Turbine […] More
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Enjoy a Mother’s Day Braai at Boardwalk Hotel and Casino’s Kipling’s Brasserie and Bayside Pantry
Mother’s Day is a time to honour our biological mothers and all the special woman in our lives, from grandmothers to mother-in-laws, and woman we look up to. To celebrate the day, chefs at Boardwalk Hotel and Casino have planned a delicious Mother’s Day Braai that will allow you to make the special women in […] More
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Mother’s with Melody at Boardwalk International Convention Centre
For a soulful tribute to mothers, wives and sisters, don’t miss ‘Mother’s with Melody’ at Boardwalk Hotel and Casino on Sunday, 10 May from 4pm. The show promises a heartfelt tribute honouring mothers and other special women with timeless songs of love and appreciation, all delivered with powerful vocals and moving performances from talented songstresses […] More
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Kept By Grace – Arise Tour With Lebo Sekgobela at Boardwalk International Convention Centre
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your faith, connect with fellow believers, or simply enjoy a night of uplifting gospel music, ‘Kept By Grace – Arise’ promises to be a night to remember on Saturday, 23 May at Boardwalk International Convention Centre. Following the success of songstress Lebo Sekgobela’s 2025 gospel tour, this highly anticipated return […] More
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Turbine Hotel turns Knysna Long Weekend into Happy Hour and Gastro Pub Specials
For Garden Route locals, the long weekend in Knysna comes with a familiar energy. The Simola Hillclimb brings the buzz, and The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa is matching it with a line-up of easy, no-fuss specials worth stepping out for. Good food, well-priced drinks, and a familiar spot to enjoy the Hillclimb atmosphere without […] More
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Turbine Hotel hosts World Bee Day Dinner with Honey Menu at Island Café
For Garden Route locals looking to try something a little different midweek, The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa in Knysna is adding a fresh twist to the dining calendar. On 20 May 2026, Island Café will host a honey-inspired dinner in celebration of World Bee Day. Starting at 18:30, the evening offers a thoughtfully curated […] More
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A Proper Sunday Roast at The Turbine Boutique Hotel in Knysna that makes Mother’s Day feel Effortless!
Mother’s Day doesn’t always need a grand plan; sometimes it’s about choosing somewhere that quietly gets it right. The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa has done exactly that with a Sunday roast that feels familiar, relaxed, and just a little elevated. Set on Thesen Island, the setting already does part of the work. It’s calm, […] More
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The Plettenberg celebrates the return of the Plett Wine & Bubbly Festival (2 May 2026)
The Plettenberg will be celebrating the annual Plett Wine & Bubbly Festival with a special discounted accommodation rate offered around the long weekend at the beginning of May, with festivities culminating in a celebration at Kay & Monty Vineyards on Saturday, 2 May 2026. This year the Plett Wine & Bubbly Festival will be celebrating […] More
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Kings & Queens of Soul at The Boardwalk ICC
Kings & Queens of Soul returns with a promise to bring timeless soul classics to life at Boardwalk ICC on Saturday, 25 April 2026. This dynamic tribute celebrates the legends of soul with bold vocals, rich harmonies and exciting new arrangements and powerful performances from talented singers Fagrie Isaacs, Robin Pieters, Sasha-Lee Davids and Andrea […] More
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One Night, Five Courses, Perfect Pairings at The Turbine Hotel
For Garden Route locals, a standout food and wine evening doesn’t have to mean travelling far. On 23 April 2026, The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa offers exactly that—an easy, well-curated night out at Island Café that feels considered without being overcomplicated. The Salt Rock Food & Wine Pairing is built for those who appreciate […] More
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A Knysna Easter Done Right: The Turbine’s Lunch Experience
Easter in Knysna has a way of feeling both relaxed and quietly refined—and at The Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa, that balance is reflected in a lunch experience that’s thoughtfully put together without being overdone. Hosted at Island Café, this year’s Easter Sunday lunch (5 April 2026) is designed as an à la carte experience […] More
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Four Days of Pure Relaxation: What’s On at The Turbine Spa This March
A little relaxation can go a long way — and this March, The Turbine Spa in Knysna is making it even easier to carve out time for self-care. With a series of daily spa promotions running throughout the month, guests can enjoy premium treatments at special rates on select days of the week. Whether the […] More
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Good Food, Great Deals: Discover the Weekly Specials at The Turbine
If there’s one thing The Turbine Hotel & Spa in Knysna knows well, it’s how to keep the week interesting. With a rotating lineup of daily food specials at The Gastro Pub and Island Café, guests can enjoy something new every day — from relaxed breakfasts to hearty dinners and even a few tempting happy […] More
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A Taste of Tradition: Human Rights Day Specials at The Sanctuary
Human Rights Day in South Africa is a moment to reflect on the nation’s history, resilience and shared heritage. At The Sanctuary in Plettenberg Bay, the day will also be celebrated through something that brings people together naturally — comfort food rooted in tradition. On Saturday, 21 March, guests are invited to enjoy “Soulful Traditions”, […] More
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One Day Only: Why Waffle Lovers Are Heading to The Sanctuary in Plett
Some food days feel like they were invented purely for joy. International Waffle Day, celebrated on Wednesday, 25 March, is definitely one of them — and The Sanctuary in Plettenberg Bay is marking the occasion in delicious style. For one day only, guests can enjoy The Sanctuary’s signature breakfast waffle for a disciplined special of […] More



