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  • Why Garden Route Couples Are Claiming Wednesdays at The Island Café

    Garden Route locals know a good mid-week spoil when they see one, and The Island Café in Knysna has just made Wednesdays everyone’s new favourite night out. Date Night comes with a simple, smile-inducing offer: order any main meal and enjoy fifty percent off your starter. Easy, tasty, and perfectly timed for when the week […] More

  • Knysna Foodies, This Wine & Dine Evening at Turbine Hotel & Spa was made for You!

    Living in paradise has its perks — and the next one is pouring. On Thursday, 27 November 2025, the Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa is rolling out the red carpet for an unforgettable Wine Pairing Dinner featuring two South African legends: Graham Beck and Steenberg. If you’ve been looking for an excuse to dress up, […] More

  • Sun’s Out, Gin’s In – Half-Price G&Ts at The Turbine

    The weather’s warming up, the days are getting longer, and The Turbine in Knysna is pouring something special to match the mood: half-price G&Ts on tap. That’s right — from 15 October 2025, locals and visitors alike can sip on the iconic Turbine Gin & Tonic for a fraction of the price. The deal is […] More

  • A Storytelling Wine Dinner in Knysna at The Turbine Hotel

    Garden Route locals, if you thought you needed to travel far for a world-class food and wine experience—think again. The Turbine Boutique Hotel & Spa in Knysna is hosting a Wine Pairing Dinner on 30 October 2025, and it’s all about bold flavours, great company, and wine with a story to tell. Hosted at the […] More

  • Make Every Wednesday a Win: Date Night Deals at Island Café on Thesen Island

    If your midweek dinner routine has been looking a little… uninspired, The Turbine Hotel’s Island Café is about to make your Wednesdays way more delicious — and romantic. All through October, Island Café is turning up the charm with a Date Night Special that’s perfect for lovebirds, besties, or anyone who appreciates a good meal […] More

  • Knysna’s Tastiest Heritage Day is Happening at The Turbine

    Let’s be real—braai plans can go south fast. Wind picks up, rain rolls in, and suddenly you’re stuck under the carport juggling tongs and side dishes. This Heritage Day (Wednesday, 24 September), leave the mess and mission behind and treat yourself to something lekker at The Turbine Hotel & Spa in Knysna. They’re putting on […] More

  • A Feast of Flavour: Celebrate Heritage Day at Bayside Pantry & Kipling’s Brasserie

    Get ready to loosen your belt and raise your glass—Heritage Day is bringing serious flavour to the Boardwalk Hotel and Casino this year. On Wednesday, 24 September, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM, food lovers are invited to a long, leisurely lunch that celebrates South Africa’s rich culinary roots. Hosted at the elegant Bayside Pantry […] More

  • Local Eats, Big Specials: Knysna’s Turbine Hotel Delivers Flavour this September!

    Garden Route foodies, here’s your sign to skip the long road trips and indulge right on your doorstep. This September, The Turbine Hotel & Spa in Knysna is serving up a lineup of mouthwatering restaurant specials that prove sometimes the best flavours are found close to home. Whether you’re a Knysna local or just a […] More

  • Local Luxury: September Spa Specials at The Turbine Spa

    For Garden Route locals, life is already blessed with lagoon views, forest trails, and ocean air — but even paradise calls for a little extra pampering now and then. That’s where The Turbine Spa in Knysna steps in, with a lineup of September Spring Specials that make self-care not just tempting, but absolutely essential. Instead […] More

  • Knysna Locals, Treat Yourself: TheraVine® SuperPlus Facial at Turbine Spa!

    Garden Route locals, it’s your turn to indulge — because on 5 September 2025, the Turbine Spa in Knysna is hosting a one-day-only TheraVine® SuperPlus Facial event that’s all about pampering you. Right in the heart of Thesen Island, the Turbine Spa blends luxury with laid-back local charm. And for this special event, they’re pulling […] More