Knysna Oyster Festival magazine 2016 Knysna Oyster Festival magazine 2016 | Page 4

EDITORIAL DIRECTOR AND PUBLISHER Paul Ingpen [email protected] 082 990 8408 NICE NÉ? With so many events to participate in or watch, eateries with small village charm, breathtaking views to absorb and entertainment options galore, it’s understandable that you’re not sure where to start. And that’s where the magic of this unique Festival lies. You’re in arguably the prettiest and most charming town on the planet, you have lots of slow time and nowhere is more than 15 minutes away. So sit back in the winter sun and listen to the playful children’s voices and loeries above, or watch the tiny crabs bustling on the shores of the lagoon below as you tick off a few highlights in our detailed guide from page 34. ou left the city and office behind to breathe the freshest air, taste delicious seafood, and reconnect with family and friends. It’s a truly invigorating and healthy mid-year holiday. There’s a wide variety of charming sights and attractions to visit when your tummy and lungs are full of pure forest air MANAGING EDITOR Mandy Freeman ART DIRECTOR Elinore de Lisle PHOTOGRAPHS Jacques Marais, Peter Kirk, Kelvin Saunders, Sean Todd, Warren Fleming OPERATIONS & MARKETING MANAGER Andie Morris [email protected] 021 438 5972 Published by My family and I have only missed one Festival in 26 years and I’ll be among you racing the BIG5 again, so hit me up a motivating high five on route. Or send us your thoughts or a picture revealing what makes the Festival so compelling to you. We’ll share them on social media and you may even be published next year. Enjoy! and fresh yummy food. Turn to our feature on page 6 for suggestions that will suit all ages and interests. A special ock of like minded people migrate here every winter so you’ll no doubt bump into old friends to catch up with on a walk, a pre-dawn taxi, a meal or a deep mug of local craft beer. But don’t rush – allow this sensory smorgasbord to wash over you like the slow tidal ebb and ow beneath your feet and the clouds drifting above. @paulingpen 2 To advertise in or stock our magazines please contact Andie on 082 468 3081 or [email protected] Published and printed in partnership with