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  • Half-price drinks every day from 17:00 to 19:00 at The Gastro Pub in Thesen Islands

    Summary: The Gastro Pub on Thesen Islands in Knysna offers daily Happy Hour with half-price on all drinks, excluding cocktails, from 17:00 to 19:00. The local Garden Route special is available for walk-ins only, on a first come, first served basis. Guests can find The Gastro Pub at TH36 Sawtooth Lane and contact the venue on […] More

  • Give World Tourism Day a local twist with Seafood & Wine Special at The Sanctuary

    Summary: The Sanctuary at Plett Quarter Hotel in Plettenberg Bay is celebrating World Tourism Day on Sunday, 27 September 2026, with a coastal-inspired food and wine pairing. The R295 special includes Huckleberry’s pan-fried linefish served with a glass of Warwick First Lady Unwooded Chardonnay, bringing a little coastline and winelands character together for Garden Route locals. […] 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 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

  • 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

  • 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