Articles May 2017
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Trade News
Suspect African Union Meeting in Addis Ababa
Following numerous media articles and views on suspicious conduct relating to the recent UNWTO Secretary-General elections, the photograph depicted above…
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Durban Cruise Terminal Preferred Bidder Announced
Durban, South Africa, 30 May 2017 – The plan to position Durban as a world-class cruise capital took a step forward…
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New Cape Town Airport Runway Gets Go Ahead
Cape Town, South Africa 30 May 2017 – The Department of Environmental Affairs has notified Cape Town International Airport that it…
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Klein Constantia Wins Platinum at Decanter 2017 Awards
Klein Constantia Estate’s Vin de Constance 2013 has won one of only 34 prestigious Platinum Best in Show trophies awarded…
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Classic 30s South Africa Farm on Magalies Meander
Located on the tranquil Magalies Meander and positioned under the picturesque Magaliesberg mountain range, Rustig is Gauteng’s best-kept secret. While…
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Register to Attend The Hotel Show Africa 2017
With just 23 days to go, time is running out to register for free access to The Hotel Show Africa…
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Almost Human Exhibit Opens in Maropeng
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to be an “underground astronaut”, unlocking the secrets of the origins of humanity,…
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Defend Democracy in Africa: Help #FreeHH
Following our reports; ‘DA Leader Barred From Entering Zambia on Africa Day‘ and ‘Support for Zambian Opposition Leader’s Trial on…
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New SATSA WC Chapter Committee Appointed
Following the Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA) Western Cape Chapter’s annual general meeting held on Tuesday 23 May 2017,…
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DA Leader Barred From Entering Zambia on Africa Day
Friday 26 May 2017 – In stark contrast to our Africa Day report; ‘Support for Zambian Opposition Leader’s Trial on…
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Support for Zambian Opposition Leader’s Trial on Africa Day
Thursday 25 May 2017 – As we celebrate Africa Day, the leader of the opposition in Zambia faces trumped up…
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News
Marriott International To Debut the Ritz-Carlton In The Zanzibar Archipelago
Slated to open in 2021, the 90 room all-suite and villa resort will provide the quintessential Indian Ocean experience amidst…
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Technology to Benefit African Tourism Businesses
With an internet penetration rate of approximately 27% in Africa, there is yet a lot to be achieved; but this…
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FlySafair Drops GDS Prices
Johannesburg – 24 May 2017. FlySafair announced today that it has refiled all its fares into the Global Distribution System (GDS)…
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Cape Town’s Hot New Hotel
Earlier this month one of Cape Town’s hottest new hotels opened its doors for the first time. The Manor House…
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News
Zanzibar Amber Resort Signs The Ritz-Carlton Zanzibar
Pennyroyal Gibraltar Limited has announced The Ritz-Carlton Zanzibar as the second hotel franchise to join the mega-development, Zanzibar Amber Resort.…
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Let’s Talk Business in Rwanda
Did you know that the new Kigali Convention Centre (KCC)can seat 2600 delegates, is just 10 minutes from the Kigali…
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Marriott Hotels Opens in Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa 17 May, 2017 – Bringing its superior service and world-class amenities to the South African travel…
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Visiting Rwanda Has Never Been Easier
With online visa applications, getting to Rwanda has never been easier! All African passport holders do not require visas prior…
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Marriott Hotel Crystal Towers Welcomes Leading Chef
Cape Town, 17 May 2017. When Henrico Grobbelaar began his working life, he started out as a polymer engineer – a…
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Helping Tour Operators Sell Rwanda
The Rwanda Development Board has created a remarkable website at www.rwandaresources.com to assist tour operators and travel agents in selling…
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Sustainable Tourism
Tips on Greening your Tourism Business
The tourism industry is often subjected to fads and fashions, and businesses struggle to keep up with these rapidly changing…
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Sustainable Tourism
Eco-Friendly Lodges: Karongwe Portfolio
Karongwe Portfolio consists of six luxury lodges set in the 9000-hectare Karongwe Private Game Reserve, bordering the Makutsi, Lourene, and…
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Sustainable Tourism
Eco-Friendly Hotels: Hotel Verde
Hotel Verde, situated at the Cape Town International Airport has recently been certified by Fair Trade Tourism – a prestigious…
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Sustainable Tourism
Eco-Friendly Lodges: Jaci’s Lodges
Jaci’s Lodges is the epitome of eco-friendly luxury safaris in South Africa’s Big-5 Madikwe Game Reserve. Jaci’s promises an authentic,…
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Attractions
7 Steps to Successful Route Tourism Development
The following article is an edited extract from a Master of Tourism degree dissertation by Marlien Lourens, and is as…
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Destinations
Reunion Island: Tropical Incentive with a French Touch
In the meetings industry, no other destination has such an apt name as Île de la Réunion (The meeting Island).…
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Trade News
Four Reasons to Join ATA in Remarkable Rwanda
The Africa Travel Association (ATA) – a division of the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) – in collaboration with the…
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Editorial Comment
Network with ATA in Rwanda from 28-31 August
If your tourism business focusses on selling Africa to the world, then Remarkable Rwanda is where you need to be…
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Events
Medical Tourism Certification
Added Value or Waste of Money? The medical tourism and tourism medicine market is an increasing but also challenging market.…
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Marketing
The Hidden Power of Ritual in Tourism
The priceless power of rituals in travel experiences must be taken into account in marketing. By Anita Mendiratta. Walking down the…
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Email Marketing 101 for Tourism Business
All You Need to Know About Email Marketing for a Tourism Business. Email Marketing is one of the best advertising sales…
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Bottelary Hills Pop Up Lunches Pays Homage to Heritage
Chef George Jardine to enthral with traditional tastes and champion wines on 28 May, 27 August and 19 November. Discover…
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New Reservation System for World Leisure Holidays
World Leisure Holidays, a Sun Resorts company and leading tour operator, has introduced a new reservation system, specifically tailored for…
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Treat Mom this Mother’s Day
Treat mom with a trip on the red bus AND a massage this Mother’s Day! Looking to spoil mom? This…
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Celebrities to Host 2017 Sanlam Top Destination Awards
For the hospitality industry, the Sanlam Top Destination Awards, recognises the best of the best and presenting this year’s awards…
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Delheim’s Jazz and Cheese Fondues
Escape the cold with a warm-hearted feast at famous Stellenbosch estate. Now’s the time to beat the rush and book…
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Sustainable Tourism
Fair Trade Tourism Joins #IYSTD2017 Initiative
Fair Trade Tourism has partnered with TourismTattler.com in supporting Africa’s contribution to the aims and aspirations of the UNWTO 2017…
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South Africa Must Develop African Hotel GMs
South Africa isn’t doing enough to ensure that the hospitality and hotel industry is attractive to people as a long-term…
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Hilton Launches Bahrain Bay Hotel & Residences
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, May 2, 2017 – At a meeting in Dubai attended by Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta and Mohammed…
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Kenya Tourism Board Welcomes South Africans
Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) has appointed a local agency, Activ8 Branding, as their local in-market representative to further enhance their…
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Nederburg Ranks in World’s Most Admired Wine Brands
Nederburg is the sole South African winery featured in the esteemed Drinks International ‘World’s Most Admired Wine Brands’ top 50…
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UNWTO Launches Responsible Use of Ratings and Reviews
Tourism stakeholders convened in Krakow, Poland, from 26-28 April for the 13th World Tourism Organization International Congress on Ethics to…
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First Group Resorts Wins at RCI OSCAS
First Group added another 23 prestigious accolades to their plethora of multiple-award winning resorts when their consistent delivery of excellence…
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KZN Midlands Resort Unveils First Phase of Refurbishment
Midlands Saddle and Trout, one of the few stud farm resorts in the Midlands region of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, have…
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UNWTO Candidate St.Ange on Labour Day 2017
Monday 01 May 2017 – International Labour Day is Workers Day and the Global Tourism Industry is proud to be associated…
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