South Africa
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Trade News
Iconic President Hotel Revamped
CAPE TOWN, 16 October 2018 – Steeped in history as one of the oldest properties on the Atlantic Seaboard, the iconic…
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Trade News
Tintswalo Opens New Lapalala Wilderness Lodge
Limpopo, South Africa, 12 October 2018 – Tintswalo at Lapalala Wilderness has opened in the malaria-free Waterberg (Limpopo province). Located…
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Trade News
Marriott International unfolds special members-only experiences in South Africa
Master the art of South African braai, learn to spin like a DJ or shake it up with a mixology…
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Environment
Mozambique Ranked Greenest Country In The World
As global citizens celebrate World Environment Health Day today, research from energy comparison experts MoneySuperMarket reveals that Mozambique causes the least impact on the…
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Trade News
ASATA & SATSA Denounces Unabridged Birth Certificate Regs
UPDATE: JOHANNESBURG, 11 November 2019 – International minors travelling to South Africa do not require Unabridged Birth Certificates or consent…
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Trade News
Drakenstein Celebrates Heritage at Cape Wine
CAPE TOWN, South Africa, 21 September 2018 – Drakenstein Local Tourism Association used the recently held Cape Wine 2018 to…
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Politics
Growing the South African Economy For All
CAPE TOWN, 12 September 2018 – The following remarks were delivered by the Leader of the Democratic Alliance, Mmusi Maimane, during an…
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Trade News
Coworkers To Swap London For Cape Town
CAPE TOWN, 11 September 2018 – Coworking Days – a global community network of Freelancers and Digital Nomads – has launched Coworking Safari South Africa,…
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Trade News
Call For #ShotLeft Travel Week Partners
JOHANNESBURG, Tuesday 28 August 2018 – In a bid to promote domestic travel, South African Tourism is launching Sho’t Left…
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Trade News
SA Tourism Decline In First Half Of 2018
PRETORIA, 27 August 2018 – South Africa’s tourism sector should be in better shape than it currently is. That’s the…
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Trade News
Mantis Group Appoints New CEO
JOHANNESBURG, 27 August 2018 – Following the 50% acquisition of the South African based company Mantis by AccorHotels in April 2018,…
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Trade News
Aquila Buys Inverdoorn Game Reserve
CAPE TOWN, 20 August 2018 – Aquila Private Game Reserve and Spa today announced and confirmed its acquisition of the Inverdoorn…
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Conservation
The Killing of Tourism in South Africa
Canned lion hunting and trading in lion skeletons are having ever-widening negative ramifications for tourism in South Africa, with more…
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Business & Finance
How Mining Benefits Africa’s Economy
The term ‘mining’ often drums up images of dusty, dark tunnels, hefty pieces of machinery like drills and crushers and…
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Trade News
Three Tree Hill Opens Burchells Cottage
SOUTH AFRICA, 09 August 2018 – A spectacular new family cottage has opened at Three Tree Hill to cater for increased…
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Opinion
Women’s Day Message from DAWN
SOUTH AFRICA, 09 August 2018 – Today is National Women’s Day and a public holiday in South Africa. This day…
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Conservation
SANParks Marks World Ranger Day 2018
PORT ELIZABETH, 31 July 2018 – The Department of Environmental Affairs in collaboration with South African National Parks (SANParks) today launched…
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Trade News
South Africa Grows Tourist Arrivals for 2018
JOHANNESBURG, 30 July 2018 – South Africa continues to be an attractive tourist destination for travellers from across the world,…
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Events
World Celebrates #MandelaDay2018
SOUTH AFRICA, 18 July 2018 – Nelson Mandela International Day 2018 is being celebrated worldwide today to mark 100 years since the…
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SA’s Visa & Birth Certificate Regulations Update
UPDATE: JOHANNESBURG, 11 November 2019 – International minors travelling to South Africa do not require Unabridged Birth Certificates or consent…
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Trade News
Panasonic Launches SA Headquarters
CAPE TOWN, Thursday 12 July 2018 – Today, Panasonic South Africa – a subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation – launched its new…
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Trade News
No More Boarding Announcements At Regional Airports
Johannesburg, 25 June 2018 – Passengers departing on flights from Airports Company South Africa’s six regional airports will no longer…
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Marketing
Knysna Tourism Launches #SpiritofKnysna Campaign
One year after the Knysna fires of 7 June, Knysna Tourism has launched its new destination marketing campaign, #SpiritofKnysna, with…
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Events
Ramsgate Book & Art Festival Expands
The annual Ramsgate Book & Art Festival, set in the picturesque, seaside village of Ramsgate on the Kwa-Zulu Natal South Coast…
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Conservation
Power Lines Driving Cape Vultures to Extinction
VulPro, an NGO that works tirelessly to safeguard Africa’s vulture population through rescue and rehabilitation, has warned that unless urgent…
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Trade News
WTM-Africa Kicks Off in Cape Town
Cape Town, Wednesday 18 April 2018. It is all systems go as WTM Africa 2018 kicks off today at the…
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Trade News
Wesgro Trade Facilitates Billions in Export Deals
Wesgro’s Trade Promotion Unit has announced that it has helped facilitate R2,8 billion in export deals in the 2017/18 financial year,…
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Trade News
TOMSA Funds #WaterWiseTourism Global Campaign
Pretoria, South Africa: In light of the drought situation in the country, which has now been elevated to a national…
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Trade News
ACSA Releases Q4 2017 Aviation Barometer
Published quarterly by Airports Company South Africa, the Aviation Barometer provides an indication of current air travel trends in South Africa.…
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Trade News
Plans to put Panorama Route on World Map
As iconic as the Graskop Gorge lift development is, it alone cannot establish the Panorama Route in Mpumalanga as one…
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Trade News
James Vos on Tourist Guides and Visas
On Wednesday, 21 February 2018, South Africa celebrated International Tour Guide Day which gives prominence to the role that this sector…
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Hospitality
Human Touch vs Artificial Intelligence
In a world where modern technology is developing at a rapid pace, connectivity and personalisation are two key factors that…
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Trade News
Dwell with South Africa’s Indigenous Trees
You’d be forgiven for seeing only the pristine forests upon arrival at Summerfields Rose Retreat & Spa in Hazyview, Mpumalanga.…
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Destinations
Most Popular Holiday Homes in South Africa
South Africa is blessed with amazing coastlines, and our scenic holiday towns make the perfect holiday destinations. Not only do…
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Trade News
Inaugural Tourist Guide Indaba Set for April 19
The Institute for Professional Tourist Guides Southern Africa will be hosting a first in the Southern African tourism industry: a…
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Trade News
Inaugural Tshwane Tourism Showcase To Launch 23 Jan
The Tshwane Tourism Association (TTA) is hosting its first Tourism Showcase 2018 at the CSIR International Convention Centre (CSIR ICC)…
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Trade News
Tau Game Lodge Operating at Full Capacity
Following the fire that swept through Tau Game Lodge in June last year, when it was operating on only 10…
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Trade News
New Summer Menu at ColCacchio
Col’Cacchio, the popular Italian-inspired franchise known for its gourmet thin-base wood-fired pizzas, has introduced a delicious new summer menu.…
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Trade News
Meetings Africa 2018 Registrations Open
The South Africa National Convention Bureau (SANCB) has announced that registrations for Meetings Africa 2018 are now open, and exhibitors, buyers…
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Trade News
Be Water-Wise in Cape Town
With the ongoing water crisis due to the drought in the Western Cape, South African Tourism urges holidaymakers and locals…
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Events
AfrikaBurn 2018: South Africa’s Own Burning Man
South Africa is home to some of the most diverse cultures in the world, coexisting in a unified land of…
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Hospitality
HVS Reveals Western Cape Water-Wise Hospitality Research
In response to the ongoing drought experienced in the Western Cape province of South Africa, this article explores various initiatives…
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Legal
Legal: Social Media & Defamation – Part 3
POPI REGULATIONS – ALARM BELLS OR XMAS BELLS? We’ve all heard the saying: ‘The future is bright or it is…
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Trade News
Graskop Glass Elevator To Lift Mpumalanga Tourism
Tourism is one of the largest industries globally and a driver of economic growth. Back in 2012, G20 heads of state…
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Trade News
SA Rugby Welcomes RWC 2023 Nomination
Tuesday, 31 October 2017 – South Africa would deliver a “Triple Win” Rugby World Cup in 2023, pledged SA Rugby CEO…
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Trade News
SA Tourism Launches Nordics Roadshow
Following an invitation to the South African travel trade in August, South African Tourism has launched the inaugural Nordics roadshow with 20 South…
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Trade News
Tourism Monitors Programme Launched In Gauteng
South Africa’s Minister of Tourism, Tokozile Xasa has launched the National Tourism Monitors Programme, which is aimed at enhancing the visitor experience…
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Trade News
African Sculptor To Exhibit in London
South African sculptor, Bruce Little will be exhibiting in London at the Mall Galleries from 7-12 November 2017. The Mall Galleries are…
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Trade News
Bellamy Brothers To Tour Namibia & SA
American Duo, The Bellamy Brothers will be touring Namibia and South Africa in November 2017. The Bellamy Brothers are well-known…
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Trade News
Inspiring Coaches at 2017 Performance Academy
Powerade is continuing its endeavour to support, motivate and inspire South African athletes to reach the pinnacle in performance through the Powerade Performance…
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News
Reasons To Visit The Getaway Show Next Year
A very successful 2017 Gauteng Getaway Show, in association with Mahindra, was held at the TicketPro Dome in Johannesburg over…
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Accolades
Celebrating 2017 Lilizela Tourism Awards Provincial Winners
The provincial legs of the 2017 Lilizela Tourism Awards wrapped up at the end of September with the crowning of…
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Accolades
Timbavati Wins Best 3-Star Lodge Lilizela Award
Timbavati Safari Lodge has been acknowledged as the best 3-star lodge in Limpopo at the recent 2017 Lilizela Tourism Awards provincial ceremony held…
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Accolades
Belurana River Manor: Voted Best 4-Star B&B in Northern Cape
Belurana River Manor has been voted as the best 4-star bed and breakfast accommodation establishment in the Northern Cape at the recent…
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Accolades
de Stijl Gariep Hotel Wins Lilizela Free State Award
Voted best 4-star hotel in the Free State, de Stijl Gariep Hotel were handed their provincial award certificate and trophy at the…
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Accolades
Beverley Country Cottages: Best 3-Star Self-Catering in KZN
Beverley Country Cottages has excelled yet again. The recipient of the 2016 Lilizela Tourism Awards as both provincial and national winner, Beverley Country…
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Accolades
Hamilton Parks Voted Best 3-Star Lodge in Mpumalanga
Voted best 3-star lodge in Mpumalanga, Hamilton Parks Country Lodge were handed their provincial award certificate and trophy at the recent Lilizela…
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Accolades
Kosmos Manor Guest House Wins Lilizela Award
Voted best 5-star guest house in the North West, Kosmos Manor Guest House & Conference Venue were handed their award certificate and trophy at…
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Business & Finance
Domestic Tourism: Trends & Opportunities
South Africa’s domestic tourism industry has the potential to contribute significantly more to the economy if it manages to expand…
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Legal
Social Media & Defamation – Part 2
Continuing this series from Part 1, this article highlights more reasons why businesses (or individuals) need to ‘Tread Warily’ with regard…
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Trade News
TBCSA Urges Government To Step Up Safety & Security Efforts
Pretoria, South Africa: The Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) has called on the government to step up efforts…
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Trade News
Three Tree Hill Re-Brands
Three Tree Hill (formerly known as Three Trees at Spioenkop) are celebrating their 10th anniversary this year, and to mark the…
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Trade News
SA Unveils Triple-Win Bid to Host #RWC2023
A South African Rugby World Cup in 2023 would be an unbeatable triple-win, the World Rugby Council was told in…
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Vietnam Visa Guide for South African Citizens
A visa is a necessary authorization for a foreigner to enter or exit a country granted by that country. If…
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Trade News
National Braai Tour Ends in Port Elizabeth
The 2017 National Braai Tour made their final heritage stop at the Donkin Reserve in Port Elizabeth, after seven days of…
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Trade News
SA Zimbabwean Exemption Permits Open Online
South Africa, 15 September 2017. Holders of the Zimbabwean Special Permit (ZSP), that is due to expire on 31 December…
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Trade News
Why South Africa Should Host the 2023 Rugby World Cup
With just days to go before South Africa presents its bid in the UK (on 25 September), here are all the reasons…
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Trade News
Reunion Reports Increase in South African Arrivals
Reunion Island is growing in popularity for South African travellers who have contributed significantly to the 145% growth in visitor arrivals to…
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Business & Finance
Africa Hotel Valuation Index 2017
HVS, the global hospitality consulting firm and host of the THINC Africa conference, launched their 2017 African Hotel Valuation Index…
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Hospitality
Property Review: City Lodge Hotel V&A Waterfront
If you’re checking into the City Lodge Hotel Victoria And Alfred Waterfront, ask for a room on the 1st floor…
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Legal
Social Media & Defamation – Part 1
As we are all no doubt quite aware, social media has to a large extent become the medium of choice…
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Trade News
#LilizelaAwards17 Provincial Finalists Unveiled
The exciting moment of truth is nearing for the 500 provincial finalists in the fifth annual Lilizela Tourism Awards, as…
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Trade News
Cape Town Golf Festival Here To Stay
Cape Town’s inaugural Golf Festival, arranged specifically to address the multiple challenges associated with seasonality and boost tourism numbers in…
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Trade News
Cathay Pacific Appoints Country Manager for South Africa
Cathay Pacific has appointed Ashish Kapur as the Country Manager for South Africa and the airline’s Indian Ocean regions, taking…
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Trade News
Silverbirch @ Birchwood Scoops Coveted Award
Gauteng’s foremost business hub, The Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre, has scooped a coveted TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence…
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Trade News
Mhondoro Game Lodge Scoops Winelist Award
Mhondoro Game Lodge is one of only a select few South African game lodges to have received the coveted 2017…
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Trade News
Roadshow To Address Northern Cape Tourism Issues
FEDHASA Cape in partnership with the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) and Tourism Marketing South Africa (TOMSA) will…
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Trade News
Call For Rhino Artist Submissions
The Rhinos Are Coming!!! will host a 3-month public outdoor art exhibition with a difference. They aim to protect and…
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Trade News
SA Tourism CEO Joins Speakers for THINC Africa 2017
HVS South Africa, organiser of the 2017 edition of the Tourism, Hotel Investment, and Networking Conference (THINC) Africa has confirmed that…
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Travel
100 Best Attractions for a Road Trip Journey in South Africa
Breath-taking sunsets, an incredible amount of beautiful and diverse wildlife, unspoiled and rugged scenery! These are just a few words…
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Sustainable Tourism
EcoPlanet Bamboo: Sustainability for Africa
EcoPlanet Bamboo represents the first successful and the only sustainability certified commercial bamboo farms in Africa and has set the…
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Business & Finance
Business Tourism in Africa Continues to Expand
Perceptions of Africa as a business destination have changed vastly in recent times. The ICCA 2016 rankings reveal that Africa…
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Legal
The Consumer Goods and Services Ombudsman – Part 2
IMPLICATIONS FOR THE TOURISM INDUSTRY: THE CONSUMER GOODS & SERVICES OMBUDSMAN (‘CGSO’), TERMS OF REFERENCE, POWERS & FUNCTIONS The primary focus…
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Trade News
SA Tourism Invites Trade For Nordic Roadshow
South African Tourism is inviting the South African travel trade to apply to join a roadshow through the Nordic region from…
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Trade News
Glass Slipper Fits LUX Resorts South Africa
Rivonia-based PR agency, Glass Slipper Communications, has been appointed to manage the public relations and publicity requirements of LUX* Resorts…
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Trade News
New Coworking Space Launched in Johannesburg
The first Perch Co-Working Space in South Africa opened its doors in Rosebank, Johannesburg to a thriving business, freelance, creative…
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Durban ICC Celebrates Two Decades
The Durban’s Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (Durban ICC) turns 20 on the 8th August, an event that makes winning the…
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Trade News
Help Create South Africa’s Ultimate Journey
MotorHappy, a subsidiary of Imperial, is calling on all South Africans to help map out the country’s most incredible road…
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Legal
Consumer Goods & Services Ombudsman – Part 1
IMPLICATIONS FOR THE TOURISM INDUSTRY: Who or what is the Consumer Goods & ServicesOmbudsman (‘CGSO’), what are the implications, and what…
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Trade News
Cape Comoot Boosts Western Cape Heritage Destinations
For many of the 55 million South Africans, getting to key tourist destinations in the Western Cape is unaffordable. While…
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Trade News
fastjet Increases SA-Zimbabwe Flights
The low-cost pan-African airline fastjet has increased the number of flights on its route between Johannesburg and Harare, and launched a…
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Trade News
Learn from Leaders at the Vision Conference 2017
Certified courses, training, and presentation for hospitality directors, managers, owners, and operators at the Vision Conference 2017. Earn while you learn…
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Trade News
ATM Scam Targets Cape Town Tourists
Cape Town, 07 June 2017 – ATM scammers are getting more and more sophisticated in their attempt to con unsuspecting…
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Trade News
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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Trade News
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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Trade News
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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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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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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