The recent news that South Africa is now open to some international tourists is good news, but it will take time for the numbers to pick up - the impact of lockdowns around the world is hard to predict...
By Jason Mellow 12 hours ago
The recent news that South Africa is now open to some international tourists is good news, but it will take time for the numbers to pick up - the impact of lockdowns around the world is hard to predict...
Cape Town's Green Point restaurant scene will soon be injected with new energy in the form of the soon-to-launch Eye Bar...
19 hours ago
From the unusual design to the picturesque location, there are many reasons to stay at the unique power-station-turned-boutique-hotel, The Turbine Hotel and Spa in Knysna...
Ruth Cooper 1 day ago
The new addition further strengthens the group's presence in one of its key African markets, bringing its Nigerian portfolio to 10 hotels in operation and under development...
1 day ago
The South African National Parks (SANParks) is offering a special discount as part of Black Friday on 27 November 2020. As part of the promotion, SANParks is offering a 40% discount for new reservations made via the online booking platform.
1 day ago
Airline health advice has so far mostly focused on staying hydrated and avoiding deep vein thrombosis. What passengers really want, however, is free hand masks, hand sanitiser and more space between passengers...
Ramon Zenel Shaban and Cristina Sotomayor-Castill 2 days ago
There is no doubt that the pandemic has made people even more price-sensitive and having to change their buying behaviour...
3 days ago
The Stellenbosch virtual trade showcase is set to focus on festive season experiences for local and international tourists around popular travel themes...
3 days ago
The pre-approved, turnover based funding is now available to Mr D Food restaurant partners and can be used for whatever the restaurant needs to run and possibly scale their business...
3 days ago
Regarded as one of the country's most prestigious and well-respected wine industry competition, the awards celebrate the skills and talent of the vintners...
3 days ago
Fedhasa has condemned Santam's decision to appeal the decision by the Western Cape High Court requiring the insurer to pay full Business Interruption losses to the plaintiff, Ma-Afrika Hotels...
3 days ago
Synonymous with family holidays, post-matric parties, à la Plett Rage and surf safaris, the small yet vibey seaside town of Plettenberg Bay in the Western Cape is an ideal holiday destination for both families and solo travellers...
Ruth Cooper 19 Nov 2020
With world arrivals forecast to be down 50% by the end of 2020, the global travel supply chain is under immense pressure...
19 Nov 2020
Academics and others concerned with benefitting from peer professional collaboration can use Covid-19 disruptions as an opportunity to improve conferences through smart design...
Caleb Wellum, Anne Pasek and Emily Roehl 18 Nov 2020
'Challenging', 'uncertain', 'difficult', 'quiet', 'non-existent'; these are just some of the words used by travel procurement managers to describe the travel industry following the Covid-19 outbreak...
17 Nov 2020
Now that the lockdown levels have eased and the travel ban to South Africa has lifted, both locals and overseas visitors can start planning their December holiday trips in the country. Plettenberg Bay and Knysna along the Garden Route in the Western Cape are great holiday destinations for outdoor adventures...
Ruth Cooper 17 Nov 2020
Entries are open for Reigniting Africa, a new award category in the inaugural WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards to acknowledge the most impactful, story-driven Covid-19 campaign...
17 Nov 2020
The partnership will see Emirates and FlySafair offer the ease of single-ticket travel, as well as easing tagging of baggage for travellers transferring from Emirates' three gateways - Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban to FlySafair domestic points in South Africa, such as Port Elizabeth, East London and George...
16 Nov 2020
WWF-Sassi has announced the six winners of the 2020 Trailblazer Awards. The six chefs have been recognised for their commitment to the use of sustainable seafood and championing sustainable seafood practices in their restaurants...
13 Nov 2020
There are rumours of a possible second wave of coronavirus infections. It's evident that this could be a reality if the South African public follow the trend as seen overseas by letting down their guard...
13 Nov 2020
And most importantly, is the travel industry prepared for the country's peak holiday season? Kirby Gordon, CMO of FlySafair, looks at how the industry is rebuilding customer confidence in travel and tourism...
Kirby Gordon 13 Nov 2020
SATSA has launched its Adventure Tourism Chapter to help promote credible adventure products and position South Africa as a top adventure destination.
12 Nov 2020
While many competitor destinations will remain closed for the foreseeable future, tourism in South Africa has been given the green light to operate in full with stringent health and hygiene protocols in place to safeguard the wellbeing of staff and guests...
12 Nov 2020
In his national address last night, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced the extension of the National State of Disaster to 15 December 2020, as well as a resurgence plan with interventions to curb the further spread of infections...
12 Nov 2020
Travelling the world has become more complex than ever before, the past few months have been nothing short of extraordinary. The pandemic has had a profound impact on the tourism sector and our shores are no different...
Buyi Mafoko 11 Nov 2020
One of the main consequences of Covid has been change - and lots of it...
10 Nov 2020
This campaign highlights that the Mother City is diverse, inexpensive and suited to all travellers...
10 Nov 2020
The annual South African National Parks Week is set to return on 16 November 2020 and will run until 20 November. During the week, South African citizens are granted free access to selected national parks across the country...
9 Nov 2020
World Travel Awards - the global initiative to recognise and reward excellence in travel and tourism - has unveiled its Africa 2020 winners to coincide with its inaugural Africa Winners Day.
9 Nov 2020
Travel and tourism professionals from around the world will reconnect with vital business partners this week at WTM Virtual...
9 Nov 2020
