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  • Taste five Wildekrans Wines over Dinner at The Turbine in Knysna

    Summary: Garden Route food and wine lovers can head to The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa in Knysna on Tuesday, 25 August 2026 at 18:30 for a Wildekrans Food and Wine Pairing. Priced at R695 per person, the Island Café experience features Wildekrans wines paired with duck wonton, oyster, pork tenderloin, Doornekraal lamb and a Fynboshoek […] More

  • Escape the winter blues with August Spa Specials at The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa

    Summary: Looking for a relaxing spa special in Knysna or along the Garden Route this winter? The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa is offering August Pampering Specials until 31 August 2026. Guests can enjoy any two 30 minute treatments for R599 or any two 60 minute treatments for R999, making it an ideal opportunity to unwind […] More

  • Enjoy daily Winter Warmer Specials at The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa

    Summary: Looking for great winter dining specials in Knysna or along the Garden Route? The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa has introduced a collection of Winter Warmers available until the end of August 2026. With daily specials at Island Café and The Gastro Pub, guests can enjoy affordable breakfasts, hearty lunches, comforting dinners and relaxed happy […] More

  • Celebrate Women’s Day with Jordan Wines at The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa

    Summary: Looking for a special Women’s Day celebration in Knysna or along the Garden Route? The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa is hosting a Women in Wine Luncheon on Saturday, 8 August 2026. Guests will enjoy a three course menu expertly paired with wines from Jordan Wine Estate, presented by Melanie Kahts. At R370 per person, […] More

  • Celebrate 3 Days of Cocktails, Bubbles and Dessert at The Sanctuary Restaurant

    One celebration is good, but The Sanctuary Restaurant in Plettenberg Bay is stretching Women’s Day across an entire weekend with the Dames Weekend Trilogy. Running from Friday, 7 August to Sunday, 9 August 2026, the three day celebration offers a different indulgence each day. Guests can begin with discounted cocktails, continue with complimentary local bubbles […] More

  • Celebrate International Beer Day with Beer and Bites at The Sanctuary Restaurant

    International Beer Day calls for a cold pour, something tasty to share and a good excuse to settle in for a relaxed Friday on the Garden Route. The Sanctuary Restaurant in Plettenberg Bay has all three covered with a simple special designed for easygoing celebrations. Taking place on Friday, 7 August 2026, the offer invites […] More

  • A Garden Route Gathering of Whisky Lovers at The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa

    The Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa is giving Garden Route locals a reason to make Thursday night feel a little more special. On 18 June 2026, The Gastro Pub will host a Santa Bras Cigar and Whiskey Pairing, bringing together a refined degustation menu, premium whisky, and a guided cigar experience. The evening begins at […] More

  • Father’s Day Lunch on the Garden Route 2026

    Welcome to the breathtaking Garden Route, a scenic coastal stretch in South Africa known for its natural beauty and charming towns. As we approach the month of June, a special occasion is on the horizon – Father’s Day. This day is dedicated to honoring and celebrating the remarkable fathers and father figures in our lives. […] More