Carlson Rezidor strengthens African presence

The Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group has just entered its 68th and 69th territories with new properties respectively in the Republic of Guinea and Gabon following on from the opening of a property in Ethiopia in January this year. 16 Apr 2012 11:44

Hôtel & Lodge: Long Beach is "Best Resort" in the world

Hôtel & Lodge magazine, a much respected French magazine that aims to offer a unique view on hotels, private retreats and lodges across the world, recently awarded its "Best Resort" commendation to Long Beach. 1 Feb 2012 08:11

Carlson, Rezidor establish Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group; starts 2012 in Africa on high note

MINNEAPOLIS, US / BRUSSELS, BELGIUM: Carlson, a global hospitality and travel company, and The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the fastest growing hotel companies in the world, recently announced that they have established The Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group. The group is also starting 2012 in Africa, on a high note... 1 Feb 2012 07:44

Ethiopian Airlines code shares with Singapore Airlines

Ethiopian Airlines, claiming to be the fastest growing African Airline, has announced that it will start code sharing with Singapore Airlines, one of the largest carriers in Asia effective 1 November 2011, providing its customers the option of flying to Singapore. 27 Oct 2011 07:55

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Bizcommunity launches new dedicated sectors, newsletters

Bizcommunity.com - South Africa's largest online B2B publisher - is set to grow even more with the introduction of 16 new content channels, with weekly newsletters, as from last week Tuesday, 20 September 2011. 20 Sep 2011 15:45

New regional director of Southern Africa for Rezidor Hotel Group

Han Oldenburger has been appointed regional director for Southern Africa for the Rezidor Hotel Group. 12 Apr 2011 12:33

Long Beach, Mauritius - something for everyone

[Rod Baker] Biz.Travel spoke to Nicolas de Chalain, the general manager of the new Long Beach Resort in Mauritius recently, about the Sun Resort group's new 'jewel in the crown'. 14 Mar 2011 13:59

Long Beach Hotel, Mauritius: a new experience in Mauritian holiday-making

Opening in April 2011, the brand new Long Beach Hotel on Mauritius' east coast, on the Belle Mare Peninsula, is situated right where a powerful urban feel meets the ultimate in ocean, beach and indulgence. 24 Nov 2010 16:23

Travelstart opens in Tanzania

South African company Travelstart has opened an operation in Tanzania to take advantage of Tanzania's emerging online capability, together with its increasing popularity as a destination. 23 Nov 2010 09:30

RwandAir acquires second Boeing 737-500

RwandAir recently acquired its second Boeing 737-500 at a ceremony held at Kigali International Airport. The two-class configuration aircraft has 12 business class and 90 economy class seats. 30 Aug 2010 10:27

Delayed by volcano

[Rod Baker] The eruption of Iceland's Eyjafjallajökull volcano had a massive impact on many spheres - from the airlines, to events, to travel, to health, import and exports, and more, and its impact is likely to be felt for a long time - and that's even should the eruption cease completely - which it hasn't! 29 Apr 2010 09:00

Survey finds Cape Town World Cup value for money

A month-long accommodation pricing survey, commissioned by the Minister of Tourism, Marthinus van Schalkwyk, to establish a clear picture of prices throughout the country, has found that Cape Town is set to offer the best value for money during the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The survey was carried out by Grant Thornton South Africa. 31 Mar 2010 14:03

2010 overpricing undermines tourism business - SA Tourism

[Issa Sikiti da Silva] Airline companies selling flight tickets to the highest bidder, B&B and ‘second-class' hotels charging up to R1000 a night for a standard room and one meal at restaurants costing an arm and a leg. Metered-taxi drivers increasing ten-fold the fare of a short distance trip and car rental outlets not budging if you don't cough up. 22 Jan 2010 09:08