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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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • A Coastal Feast Worth Sharing: Seafood Platter Specials at The Sanctuary

    Some celebrations call for something truly special — and in Plettenberg Bay, that usually means seafood. On Friday, 27 March, The Sanctuary Restaurant invites guests to mark World Paella Day with a feast inspired by the flavours of the coast. Introducing The Robberg Coastal Feast, a delicious seafood celebration that brings together some of the […] More

  • A Little Local Luxury: Turbine Hotel & Spa’s January & February Spa Specials

    Garden Route locals know that sometimes the best escapes don’t require packing a bag or hitting the N2. Nestled on Thesen Island in Knysna, Turbine Hotel & Spa is offering locals a reason to press pause and indulge — without leaving the comfort of home turf. This January and February, the Turbine Spa is rolling […] More

  • Why Knysna Locals Keep Coming Back to The Turbine [Weekly Specials]

    For Garden Route locals, there’s something special about having a go-to spot that feels like a treat without needing a suitcase. Turbine Hotel & Spa continues to prove why it’s a firm favourite for easy, midweek dinners, relaxed lunches and spontaneous after-work catch-ups right here in the heart of Knysna. Whether it’s a quick lunch […] More

  • Knysna’s Best Deal: 50% Off All Food at The Turbine Hotel!

    Next weekend, Knysna’s beloved Turbine Hotel & Spa is ditching the chaos of crowded malls and blessing the Garden Route with a deal we can all get behind — 50% off ALL food at two of their iconic eateries: Island Café and The Gastro Pub. Yes, locals, you read that right.Half price. All food. All […] More

  • 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

  • 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