Will technology kill us or make us stronger?

NEW YORK, US / JOHANNESBURG, SA: McCann "Truth about Wellness" global research study reveals multiple contradictions & cultural upsets around the world. More than half of respondents (54%) think that technology is making us healthier while 46% think it is making us sicker; globally 94% of consumers agree brands have a role in supporting their wellness needs. 16 Jan 2013 08:49

French diet guru urges students be graded on weight

PARIS, FRANCE: France's top diet guru Pierre Dukan is urging the government to grade students on their weight in a bid to curb growing obesity. 5 Jan 2012 12:33

It'll be all white on the night

[Brian Berkman: contributing editor, travel] ... And on the day, for that matter too... Here's a really cool idea - pardon the pun - for a breakaway with a real difference... Head due South to where the penguin is King, well, Emperor*, actually, and there's ice as far as you can see... It's a life-changing experience. 24 Oct 2011 12:21

Get the low-down on the Rugby World Cup

AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND: World Cup visitors can now get their very own digital guide to the local 'hood' thanks to a new city guide, compiled by a Who's Who of fashion, food, art, shopping and fun in downtown Auckland. 4 Aug 2011 11:02

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

Starwood Hotels & Resorts to open 50 hotels in Europe, Africa and ME

BERLIN, GERMANY: With growth fuelled by demand for its luxury and design-led brands, Starwood is poised to open 12 hotels in the region this year. 24 Mar 2011 13:55

Hilton Worldwide launches Waldorf Astoria in the UAE

DUBAI, UAE: Hilton Worldwide has announced the signing of a management agreement with the Al Hamra Group for the Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah - the second Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts property in the Middle East following the 2005 opening of the Qasr Al Sharq in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. 1 Mar 2011 13:19

Sun International appoints Tourism Point LLC as ME marketing partner

DUBAI, UAE: One of Africa's most significant tourism and leisure groups, Sun International, has appointed Dubai-based Tourism Point LLC to manage its marketing and public relations communications in the Middle East region. 24 Feb 2011 10:01

Hilton Worldwide expands UAE portfolio with Hilton Sharjah

DUBAI, UAE/MCLEAN, US: Hilton Worldwide has announced the signing of a management agreement with the Bin Otaiba Investment Group for a Hilton Hotels & Resorts property in Sharjah, marking the company's entry into the emirate. 17 Feb 2011 10:27

Expedia partners with Protea

BELLVUE, US/CAPE TOWN, SA: Expedia, Inc, reputedly the world's largest online travel company, announced this week that it has signed a global partnership agreement with Protea Hospitality Group, a South Africa-based hotel management company operating nearly 130 properties in eight countries throughout Africa under the Protea Hotels and African Pride Hotels brands. 12 Nov 2010 07:30

Tiens Group launches state-of-the-art healthcare centre in China

World-class health and wellness facilities now on offer for South Africans who frequently visit the country. 7 Oct 2010 13:38

Look & Feel Good back in Cape Town

Look & Feel Good, one of South Africa's health, beauty, fitness and wellbeing expos is back in Cape Town from 10-12 September 2010 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. 6 Sep 2010 12:28