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Women’s Month is finally upon us with plenty of fun activities and experiences for ladies nationwide to treat themselves to.
The month is a time to commemorate the women who marched against pass laws on August 9, 1956 while also championing women’s empowerment and rights in today’s world.
As women across the country focus on celebrating each other there are also activities to revel in. Whether you are planning an intimate pamper session with friends or a lavish getaway, there is something for everyone including well-deserved pampering and culinary experiences.
If you’re looking for unforgettable experiences with the women in your circle and to meet women from all walks of life, here is your guide to fabulous Women’s Month celebrations around the country.
High tea extravaganza
For the sophisticated sisters, step into a realm of sophistication and delight in a high tea experience at the Cape Town Marriott Hotel Crystal Towers.
The high tea offers an array of exquisite treats, blending classic elegance with modern flair and is the perfect setting for a chic afternoon with your best friends.
Spa date
For a more relaxing and rejuvenating experience, discover wellness at its finest with panoramic views of the V&A Waterfront and Table Mountain at The Heavenly Spa at The Westin Cape Town.
The award-winning spa provides a range of revitalising treatments, from therapeutic massages to invigorating body scrubs.
For those in Gauteng, escape to the tranquil countryside where lakeside views and ultimate relaxation await at Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection.
With an array of Women’s Month packages on offer, ladies can indulge in full-body massages, gourmet dining, and cosy evenings by the fire pit with s’mores, all set against a serene natural backdrop.
Beach retreat
Although it’s winter, Durban’s warm weather provides the ideal conditions for a small beach treat.
Since it’s also a long weekend you can look forward to beachside bliss and book a chic ocean-facing suite in Umhlanga at the Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga and enjoy close proximity to the popular Umhlanga main beach, not to mention all the bars and restaurants this upmarket neighbourhood has to offer.
Visit the beach house- style Fire & Ice! Restaurant, Umhlanga Ridge for cocktails, gourmet food and live DJ sunset sessions.
Retail therapy
Ladies love retail therapy and what would Women’s Month be without spoils and goodies? Experience the ultimate in undisturbed retail therapy while enjoying a relaxing stay at African Pride Melrose Arch, Autograph Collection.
Situated in the vibrant Melrose Arch Precinct, this hotel offers guests unparalleled access to over 100 retail stores. After a day of shopping, relax and enjoy a culinary journey at one of its new restaurants, Aduna and Sebule.
Cocktail culture
Women’s Month is a time for celebration with champagne or cocktails. Experience the best of Cape Town’s cocktail culture at the AC Lounge & Bar, located at the AC Hotel Cape Town Waterfront.
This stylish lounge and bar, inspired by Spanish architecture, offers a chic setting for a wide range of precisely crafted cocktails and a Mediterranean-inspired menu of shareable plates.
Try its signature ACGT, made with Geometric Gin, a blend of heathery fynbos paired with neutral and fine grape spirits to create flavours unique to the mountainous garden of the Western Cape.