Frogs in a garden are a clear indication of a sound and healthy environment; in fact the more creepy crawlies in your garden the better.
Apart from the familiar resident insect life in its garden, The Constantia in Spaanschemat River Road, Constantia can boast a colony of western leopard toads (Amietophrynus pantherinus) hidden in the greenery […]
The Last Word is very excited to announce that the feature on Princess Emma with Anneline Kriel will be aired this Thursday, 15 January 2009 at 19h30 on Top Billing on SABC3.
Rene is the manageress of The St James Retreat.
HTLW: Tell us a little about yourself?
Rene: I view myself as a friendly peoples person who enjoys interacting at all levels. I love to paint, watch movies, cook and enjoy life to the full.
HTLW: Why do you love working at The Last Word?
Rene: The Last Word has become part of my family; […]
A very happy 90th birthdayfrom all at The Last Word to Nelson Mandela, possibly the biggest gem of them all
Conrad is the manager of The Franschhoek Retreat.
HTLW: Tell us a little about yourself?
Conrad: I am a warm & friendly character with a good sense of humour that has found his calling quite late in life, but is enjoying every minute of it…
HTLW: Why do you love working at The Last Word?
Conrad: Seeing that travelling the world is one […]
Leana is the manageress of The Long Beach Retreat.
HTLW: Tell us a little about yourself?
Leana: I am a very energetic hospitality graduate with a passion for people and creating lasting memories. I enjoy what I do and love to see the effect it has on my staff and guests.
HTLW: Why do you love working at The Last Word?
Leana: […]
THIS TERRORIST HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH SOUTH AFRICA.
Contrary to popular belief, Zimbabwe is not in South Africa, but instead is a country in the southern African region and luckily for us, Robert Mugabe has nothing to do with our country. South Africa is the hidden gem south most on the African continent which enjoys a […]
Claire is the manageress of The Constantia Retreat.
HTLW: Tell us a little about yourself?
Claire: I’m a hospitailty graduate who loves her job. Passionate about aviation and The Last Word. I enjoy the challenge each new guest offers in order to exceed their greatest expectation.
HTLW: Why do you love working at The Last Word?
Claire: They allow people […]
When relaxing around the pool at The Constantia, if you look hard enough, you’re likely to find another little hidden gem. The flowers and bushes surrounding the pool are home to a large number of chameleons, and because of the wide variety of flowers and different colours in the flora, no two are likely […]
This is Twinkle Toes the tortoise. He lives at The Bishops’ Court and enjoys roaming the grounds with his girlfriend Citronella and getting frisky at breakfast time.
He is approximately 20 years old. Although an old fella, he still manages to put on a show for the guests staying at The Last Word Retreat. He certainly is one […]
Candice focuses on travel, surfing, running, dark chocolate and uncovering gems hidden in the Cape outdoors.
Steve Bolnick is recognized as one of southern Africa’s outstanding safari guides. He grew-up with a deep love for the African bush and has spent the past 29 years living and guiding in southern Africa.
Lisa Griggs writes about the hidden vineyards and the undiscovered cultivars in the Western Cape.
Nicky Coenen looks for the secret hideaways and hidden gems in Cape Town and surrounds.
Steve Robertson tracks the off the beaten track action happening around Cape Town.
Fred Roed looks for the undiscovered coffee spots in the Western Cape and rates them.
Peter has worked in the wine and spirits industry for over 40 years and is an appreciator of fine things.