Valentine’s Day is a special occasion to be celebrated and cherished with your loved one.  If you are looking for some inspiring and romantic ideas below are some options that are sure to win the special person in your life’s heart:

The King's Map: Francois le Vaillant in Southern Africa, 1781 -1784, which is a unique map of Southern Africa that was produced for King Louis XVI on silk over 222 years ago, will be exhibited for the very first time and forms the focal point of this important exhibition.

After being seen by millions of people around the globe the smash hit, live theatre show – “Dirty Dancing” has finally come to our shores and is sure to wow the South African audience.

The French are well known for their passion and love of great cuisine and if you ever wanted to know how to prepare a truly gastronomic sensation - the time is now!  Nadege Cuisine is inviting Capetonians to an unforgettable cooking experience with French cooking classes taking place on 29 January 2013.

ust because the festive season is over, it does not mean you have to stop celebrating yet.  The Stellenbosch Wine festival is coming sooner than usual and it has an excellent itinerary crammed full of fun for the entire family!

Saturday 27 January marks the start of the fourth annual Delheim Harvest Festival, hosted by the Sperling family and promises to provide fun for the whole family.  The main event of the day is the famous grape stomp competition, where teams compete to produce the most grape juice while excited spectators shout out tips and words of encouragement.

If you are looking for a unique experience - Cape Town’s only outdoor cinema will not disappoint!  Experience the magic of the amazing Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens in Newlands by night as they host the Galileo Open Air Cinema under a ceiling of stars.

South Africa has some of the best beaches in the world and was one of the first non-European countries to receive blue flag status for its offerings.  Cape Town has become renowned over the globe for its beautiful beaches and has something to offer for everyone’s tastes. 

For most people the end of the year signifies the start of the festive season too and it is hard to believe that 2012 is drawing to its close and soon we will be ringing in 2013.  Many people usually take a break at this time of year in order to spend some quality time with their friends, family and loved ones.

One thing is for sure and that is that celebrating the Christmas season in the Southern hemisphere is a different affair to the way people in the North do it.

Many people agree that the best place to be during the jolly season is without a doubt Cape Town, whether you simply want to relax, soak up the spectacular scenery, party like there’s no tomorrow, or enjoy fabulous meals with friends and family. 

The Company’s Garden Party is a celebration of the city’s history, heritage, general good vibes and cheerful demeanour, which is held in a beautiful outdoor location right in the heart of Cape Town’s CBD on the corner of Wale and Adderly Street.