The SA government’s Tourism Safety plan – launched ahead of the festive season in December last year – has made some progress, according to the Deputy Minister of Tourism, Fish Ma…
KSIA welcomes increase in international passengers
Durban’s King Shaka International Airport (KSIA) had more than 11% growth in the number of international passengers arriving and departing in December, compared with December 2018.KSIA Senior…
Botswana’s tourism offerings expanded
African Bush Camps officially announced the opening of its new Botswana accommodation and attraction offerings at a trade event in Johannesburg recently.The safari company presented its new migrati…
Invitation to inbound trade golf players in Gauteng on 4 February
Several fourballs of players from the tourism sector are getting together to play as a group in the Travel Industry Golf Club (TIGC) game at Houghton Golf Course on Tuesday, February 4.Satsa’…
When travel means lending a helping hand
Making a difference as part of the travel experience is a trend that is here to stay – whether it’s about guests volunteering to be on ‘plastic patrol’ picking up litter on …
Coach operator launches dedicated transport desk
The Transport Desk allows any operator to access all the top bus and coach companies in South Africa with the benefit of best rates and professional service supported with quality and reliable vehi…
New retreat in the foothills of Table Mountain
The luxury Villa Verte – an extension of the adjacent Villa Maison Noir brand – will open in Hout Bay, Cape Town, in March.Owned by American couple, Jim Brett and Ed Gray, the two prope…
Namibian hospitality group enters into European partnership
Gondwana Collection Namibia has entered a marketing partnership with European group, Romantik Hotels and Restaurants, with the aim of promoting each other’s brands and putting a staff-exchang…
SA – the next big thing for Indian travellers
Africa is set to be the go-to travel destination for Indian travellers, and tourism stakeholders across the continent are ready to promote Africa to India and implement strategies with tangible res…
Victoria Falls attraction sees increase in visitor numbers
Last year saw a 5.6% increase in visitors to the Rainforest at Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, following efforts to market the countryto source markets.Figures released by the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife…