With tourism and hospitality one of the fastest growing sectors in South Africa, contributing billions annually to the economy, young people are increasingly attracted to the idea of living the dream by choosing a career in the industry, believing that it will be a life filled with travel and glamour, with only an occasional interruption in the way of "real work".
17 Apr 2014 10:48
The inaugural World Travel Market (WTM) Africa will take place at the CTICC, Cape Town from 2-3 May as a leading B2B exhibition for Africa's travel industry.
11 Apr 2014 11:44
Interest is running high in Portugal's recently announced Golden Visa Programme, presenting the opportunity for South Africans to qualify for EU citizenship by acquiring property in Portugal.
10 Apr 2014 13:21
'Long Beach Resort is not so much a hotel or resort as a village - a village in which we set out to have something for everyone - to create a holiday destination to which guests will return, time and again' - Nicolas de Chalain, Long Beach's first GM.
By Rod Baker 8 Apr 2014 16:50
Most upscale hotels will send a few pointers on things to do while visiting along with the ubiquitous 'please book your restaurant and spa reservations in advance of your arrival' request with your hotel confirmation.
By Brian Berkman 2 Apr 2014 13:00
Estate agents working in Langebaan, the attractive West Coast village just 100km from Cape Town, have only one message to give to those interested in the property prospects in the area.
31 Mar 2014 15:10
Long Street Boutique Hotel's metropolitan setting makes it ideal to experience the best of what the Mother City has to offer, while staying in style.
31 Mar 2014 13:42
The Southern Sun Ikoyi Hotel has recently won Best Hotel Nigeria 2013/2014 African Region award, for the second time.
28 Mar 2014 10:45
No, not Seattle... Mauritius, though cynics might suggest that wherever it's intoned, the longest sentence in the English language is "I do"*.
By Rod Baker 27 Mar 2014 05:58
The Hilton Durban has commenced the biggest refurbishment programme in its 17-year history.
26 Mar 2014 09:30
The South African hotel sector looks to be emerging from its post-Soccer World Cup slump based on occupancy and room-rate figures from last year.
By Alistair Anderson 25 Mar 2014 07:35
Feel like a getaway without the kids? Feel like getting married and need a romantic venue? Try Ambre... now Adults Only
By Rod Baker 23 Mar 2014 16:12
When I first heard that Orient-Express had rebranded as Belmond my immediate reaction was what a crazy and misguided waste of brand equity. When I think Orient-Express, I think Agatha Christie, Lalique art decor crystal panels, and the elegance and romance of a bygone area.
By Brian Berkman 17 Mar 2014 12:36
The InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) is leading the move to provide more sustainable hotel stays to an increasing number of environmentally-savvy travellers, thanks to IHG Green Engage, which is the company's online sustainability management system designed to help all IHG's hotels manage and minimise their impact on the environment.
7 Mar 2014 10:02
Zevenwacht in Kuilsriver is perched high on a hill with magnificent Table Mountain views.
By Brian Berkman 5 Mar 2014 10:30
South Africa has come second after Mauritius on the African Transformation Index released on Monday (3 March 2014)‚ indicating its economic transformation is better than most other African countries.
4 Mar 2014 09:36
Hotels‚ gaming and resorts group Sun International has reported a 20% decline in diluted headline earnings per share (HEPS) to 325c for the six months ended December. Last years its HEPS was 408c.
25 Feb 2014 09:29
City Lodge Hotels has reported a 14% rise to 330.5c in normalised diluted headline earnings per share for the six months to December.
14 Feb 2014 10:21
Like all other industries, travel and tourism has traditionally been operated on gut feel, guesswork and historical data. Decisions on packages, pricing and destinations were made by operators, not travellers, and personalised packages were limited. However, big data is set to change this.
By Nadine Shenker 12 Feb 2014 08:05
Listed hotels group City Lodge Hotels has reached agreement with Nairobi-based Fairview Hotel to acquire the other 50% of a joint venture between the two companies‚ giving it full ownership of the Fairview Hotel and the Country Lodge in Kenya's capital city.
4 Feb 2014 16:17
I returned to Bushmans Kloof in the Cederberg to find my healthier inner-self and connected with the ancestors in the process.
By Brian Berkman 3 Feb 2014 09:02
Strategise, revive and unwind at Granny Mouse Country House and Spa located near Balgowan, in the KwaZulu Natal Midlands. Every company that hosts a conference should return home relaxed and invigorated - which is why they offer accommodation and specialised spa rates for those wanting to include into their tailor-made packages so guests will have an enjoyable experience.
28 Jan 2014 15:35
SA's tourism sector performed better than expected in the last quarter of 2013‚ showing resilience despite global economic woes‚ according to the Tourism Business Council of SA's (TBCSA's) FNB tourism business index.
By Andiswa Maqutu 27 Jan 2014 10:43
"That's a Narina Trogon," Solilo Kalumba, SK to his friends, pointed out. Armed with my iPhone Bird Guide App, I disagreed. "Narina Trogons don't live here," I read from the guide, smug in my correctness...
By Brian Berkman 27 Jan 2014 09:57
The future success of the hospitality and tourism industry in SA depends on a strong talent pipeline of young people within the industry who will continue the legacy of responsible tourism that is being so carefully established in this country, says Caleb Mabaso, FEDHASA's head of Strategic Projects.
24 Jan 2014 14:13
South Africa and its key tourist attractions have witnessed record festive season growth figures due to an increase in international and local tourism.
23 Jan 2014 12:12
US hotel giant Marriott announced it had finalised a deal to buy the Protea group, Africa's largest hotel chain, for US$186m.
23 Jan 2014 10:24
Staying in an airport hotel needn't be a grudge purchase. I wish our one night at the InterContinental OR Tambo could have been a week.
By Brian Berkman 21 Jan 2014 13:00
Total income for SA's tourist accommodation industry rose by 10.5% year-on-year (y/y) in nominal terms (current prices) Statistics SA's tourist accommodation survey released on Monday (20 January) showed.
21 Jan 2014 10:19
Legacy Hotels have opened their first Western Coastal hotel in Gabon as tourism in the country reaches an all-time high.
16 Jan 2014 16:08
