Is that Mabula?

[Brian Berkman: contributing editor, travel] "Where's Nana?" a Somerset West woman sitting behind us, in our game drive vehicle, at Thula Thula shouts, to our ranger over our shoulders. "Baby Mandla" her daughter chimes in, "is so big now." "Oh my God", the mother, close to tears, shrieks "is that Mabula over there, coming towards us now?" 15 Feb 2012 09:48

Kruger urges rangers to return to work

The Kruger National Park has urged 204 striking rangers to return to work. 15 Feb 2012 08:07

Magnificent Madikwe

[Chris Moerdyk: @chrismoerdyk] There is no greater feeling of contentment than standing stark naked on your own private deck surveying an unbroken vista of pristine Africa, following an early morning skinny dip in your own private plunge pool and an invigorating outside shower. Well this is one place you might think of doing it... Madikwe Hills Private Game Lodge. 14 Feb 2012 12:44

De Hoek Country Hotel gives its gourmet fare an added boost

The luxurious De Hoek Country Hotel, situated at the foothills of the magnificent Magaliesberg Mountains, has taken a deep breath of renewed energy for 2012 and amongst its new offerings for guests, it is adding to its already celebrated function menu. 13 Feb 2012 13:04

Roshene Singh named an Internationalist

South African Tourism's chief marketing officer, Roshene Singh, is now an Internationalist - and has joined very exclusive group that shows outstanding thinking in global brand communications. 9 Feb 2012 12:17

Peace through Tourism appoints Sibeko

The International Institute for Peace through Tourism (IIPT) has appointed Public Relations Institute of southern Africa's former president, Victor Sibeko, as the interim president of its southern African Chapter (IIPTSA). 9 Feb 2012 12:16

Social Media & Tourism Forum aims to boost SA's tourism industry

The Social Media & Tourism Forum, organised by Global Prospectus Training, will be held from 28 February to 1 March 2012 at the Crowne Plaza in Rosebank, Johannesburg. Over the course of the first two days, attendees will be exposed to some of leading digital marketing presentations focused on using social media to boost South Africa's tourism industry. 9 Feb 2012 11:47