The Royal Portfolio's Travel Blog

Discover The Royal Portfolio’s collection of exclusive private residences along the Cape’s beautiful southern coastline. Each property delivers an exceptional experience, offering privacy, luxury and total comfort.

With just three luxury suites, Farmstead at Royal Malewane offers the ultimate romantic getaway. And with exclusivity and privacy guaranteed, it’s ideal for honeymoons and intimate gatherings where luxury meets the wild and you get to celebrate each moment, while we take care of the rest.

Cape Town artist Gabrielle Kruger redefines painting in Blurred Lines, now showing in The Vault at The Silo Hotel. In this exclusive interview, she shares insights into her process, inspiration, and the significance of exhibiting in The Vault.

Cheslin Cornelissen’s exciting journey with The Royal Portfolio has taken him from Cape Town to the Greater Kruger to Franschhoek. As the newly appointed Executive Chef at La Residence, he’s come full circle and is eager to build on the “La Res” food legacy.

Franschhoek House, an exclusive villa on the La Residence Estate in the Cape Winelands, combines privacy and exclusivity with a thoughtful blend of old and new, featuring purposeful design elements like innovative, sustainable flooring.

Malewane Lodge was recently named the World’s Leading Luxury Lodge at the 2024 World Travel Awards. With 26 years of history, it has evolved from a beloved Biden family retreat to a timeless safari destination in the Greater Kruger National Park, at the heart of The Royal Portfolio collection.