Articles February 2014
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Post Social
Bulungula Lodge named Outstanding Eco-Hotel
South Africa has made an appearance on Lonely Planet‘s ‘World’s Most Extraordinary Hotels’ eco-list, with Bulungula Backpackers coming second. Bulungula is a…
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Post Social
Could a weaker Rand sustain growth in Tourism?
In the midst of varied opinions on the cause-and-effect of a weaker Rand, South Africa is now facing a tough…
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Post Social
SA Tourism Trade Reflects on SONA 2014
“Tourism can do more with greater Government support” says the Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA). Pretoria, 17 February…
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Nigeria’s “Biggest Resort in Africa”
Nigeria’s Ibadan community offers land for tourists centre. The dream of having the biggest modern tourism hub in Africa is…
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Post Social
Boycott trade and tourism with Uganda?
Do gay tourists and locals face life in prison in Uganda thanks to tax exempt money US churches send to…
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Conservation
Major Victory in Conservation Battle
Following the feature article “Virunga Under Oil Threat – DR Congo” published in the Tourism Tattler October 2013 edition (pages…
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Trade News
Durban’s Golden Mile reaches for the Sky
Durban’s Golden Mile has been taken to new heights with the opening of the spectacular new multipurpose venue on the…
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Post Social
Conservation: Unmanned Aerial System – Demo Invite
“Rhino have been on this planet for at least 50 million years. At the current rate of attrition it has…
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Post Social
Apple Features Great Plains Conservation
Botswana is the star in Apple’s anniversary film “1.24.14” celebrating 30 years since the Macintosh was introduced. Apple’s new film 1.24.14 celebrates the 30th…
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Post Social
New MD for Go2Africa
Go2Africa have announced that Gary Lotter, formerly of &Beyond and Springbok Atlas, has joined their team as Managing Director from…
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Post Social
STPP – Network Events
The Sustainable Tourism Partnership Programme will be presenting a number of workshops during 5 and 6 March 2014 at the…
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Trade News
Drakensberg Cableway – Lifeline to Uplift Poor
The decision by South Africa’s Economic Development and Tourism MEC for KwaZulu-Natal, Michael Mabuyakhulu, not to be deterred by the…
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Trade News
Nominate Your Champions of the Earth 2014
The Sustainable Tourism Partnership Programme (STPP) are encouraging the travel trade to submit nominations for the 2014 Champions of the…
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Trade News
African Suppliers Excited About Inaugural WTM Africa
The inaugural World Travel Market Africa, taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 2nd – 3rd May 2014…
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Trade News
European Travel Commission Elects New President
Mr Peter De Wilde, Toerisme Vlaanderen (Belgium), has been elected at the 86th ETC’s General Meeting held on 30 January…
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Trade News
SA Tourism appoints Regional Manager for West Africa
South African Tourism is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Lehlohonolo Pitso as Regional Manager: West Africa. As Regional…
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Oyster Box Kicks Off 2014 with Awards
The Oyster Box Hotel in Umhlanga, South Africa says that it will not rest on it’s laurels in 2014 after…
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Trade News
Cape Town tops of tourists’ bucket list in 2014
The recent raft of international accolades and awards has secured Cape Town’s position as one of the world’s iconic cities,…
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Conservation
Tanzania elephant poaching under UN spotlight
Failing to combat poaching of elephants and illegal trade in ivory, Tanzania has been placed under the United Nations (UN)…
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Trade News
Incredible Footage: Fish Takes Swallow in Midair
Incredible video footage has emerged of a fish leaping out of the water and plucking a fast-flying swallow out of…
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Business & Finance
Global Tourist Arrivals up by 52 million in 2013
Despite a global economy in ‘low gear’ international tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) grew by 5% for 2013. Destinations around the…
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Destinations
Destination Update: Kenya
Tourism Tattler asked the Kenya Tourism Board’s Managing Director Murithi Ndegwa, for a couple of bullet points on the countries prospects as…
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Destinations
Zimbabwe: Interview with Ross Kennedy
Ross Kennedy, CEO of Africa Albida Tourism, talks about Victoria Safari Lodge, the Green Season and the Tourism Rebate Extension…
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Trade News
Madikwe’s male Cheetahs get female companion
The Madikwe Game Reserve’s five male cheetahs finally have a female companion, following the capture of a cheetah in the…
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Trade News
Muldersdrift Lodge Joins Heritage Programme
The Valverde Country Lodge, in Muldersdrift, Gauteng, South Africa has joined the move to add further value to its sustainable…
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Hospitality
Star Grading Unpacked
When talking about hospitality establishments like hotels and B&Bs, referring to their star rating is rather common – but how…
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Business & Finance
The Taxing Problem of Invoice Compliance
For a South African registered Value Added Tax (VAT) vendor to be able to claim back the input VAT (on…
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Editorial Comment
February Cover Story
Africa’s potential for regional and domestic travel is set to boom as foreign investment floods the continent and internet accessibility…
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Conservation
€14.4 Million Boost to Fund Rhino Anti-Poaching
The fight against rhino poaching has received a boost, with a international pledge of €14.4 million (R232.2 million) to the…
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Trade News
Durban’s Dube TradePort creates new opportunities
A new air cargo carrier is set to commence regular flights into Africa from Durban’s Dube TradePort, home to King…
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Trade News
Protea Hotel Dives into Zanzibar Market
The Protea Hospitality Group has entered the beautiful tropical spice island paradise of Zanzibar, bringing the exclusive Mbweni Ruins Hotel…
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Business & Finance
How to Boost Hotel Room Sales across Africa
Online travel booking agencies are causing waves in Africa as they help hotels and guesthouses to ride the growing tide…
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Conservation
Say No to Trade in Rhino Horn
The highly questionable motive to reinstate a legalised trade in rhino horn, as is currently being purported by numerous “conservationists”…
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Environment
STPP supports Climate Leadership Corps Training
The Sustainable Tourism Partnership Programme (STPP) and the Sustainable Tourism Partnership Programme have announced training dates for the popular Climate Reality…
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Environment
Responsible Tourism & the Environment
The Earth Day Network will be promoting its Green Cities campaign on 22 April 2014. Launched in 2013, the Green…
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Trade News
Artists Confirmed for Colour Me Crazy in Bloemfontein
The FedGroup Colour Me Crazy, takes place in just under three weeks and the music line-up has been announced! The…
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Destinations
Property Review – Club Mykonos – South Africa
A Piece of Greece on South Africa’s West Coast Club Mykonos is a popular holiday destination for both domestic and…
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