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Philippe Marechal returns as GM to lead next chapter at Blaauwberg Beach Hotel

Radisson OR Tambo announces key leadership appointments

The World Travel and Tourism Council announces Manfredi Lefebvre as chair-elect

Matthew Brink takes on sales director role at Silvan Safari and Camissa House

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How young South Africans are redefining the hospitality industry this Youth Month

How young South Africans are redefining the hospitality industry this Youth Month

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New Cape Town campaign aims to drive tourism and investment growth

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How young South Africans are redefining the hospitality industry this Youth Month

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HopYacht unveils eco-sightseeing catamaran for sustainable tourism

25 Feb 2025

Proflight Zambia increases flight frequency for safari season

Proflight Zambia increases flight frequency for safari season

25 Feb 2025

South Africa welcomes first Chinese tourists under new visa scheme

South Africa welcomes first Chinese tourists under new visa scheme

24 Feb 2025

City Lodge Hotels announces interim results – average room rates up

City Lodge Hotels announces interim results – average room rates up

City Lodge Hotels 21 Feb 2025

Hostex 2026: Celebrating 40 years of opening doors for the hospitality, food and beverage industry

Hostex 2026: Celebrating 40 years of opening doors for the hospitality, food and beverage industry

Hostex 2026 20 Feb 2025

All the 2025 Luxe Restaurant Awards winners

All the 2025 Luxe Restaurant Awards winners

20 Feb 2025

Hilton expands in Ethiopia with DoubleTree hotels

Hilton expands in Ethiopia with DoubleTree hotels

20 Feb 2025

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Inside Cape Town’s aparthotel surge: The future of business accommodation

Katja Hamilton 19 Feb 2025

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Top travel trends to watch: Wellness, unique hotels, and the power of influencers

18 Feb 2025

Will South Africa's 2025 budget speech fulfil tourism's potential?

Will South Africa's 2025 budget speech fulfil tourism's potential?

ANEW Hotels & Resorts 18 Feb 2025

Applications open for Wesgro's leisure tourism event partnerships

Applications open for Wesgro's leisure tourism event partnerships

18 Feb 2025

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Digital nomads row — Cape Town mayor suggests tax on short-term rentals to protect locals

Suné Payne 14 Feb 2025

Spier Wine Farm's reimagined hotel opens March 2025

Spier Wine Farm's reimagined hotel opens March 2025

14 Feb 2025

Department of Home Affairs launches phase one of Trusted Tour Operator Scheme

Department of Home Affairs launches phase one of Trusted Tour Operator Scheme

13 Feb 2025

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TGCSA offers free grading initiative for SA tourism

12 Feb 2025

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RoomRaccoon reports accelerated revenue growth for independent hotels

11 Feb 2025

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Hampton by Hilton opens first property in Africa

11 Feb 2025

Western Cape Export Competitiveness Enhancement Programme Fund applications open

Western Cape Export Competitiveness Enhancement Programme Fund applications open

10 Feb 2025

Taste the change at Courtyard Hotel Waterfall City

Taste the change at Courtyard Hotel Waterfall City

City Lodge Hotels 7 Feb 2025

OR Tambo among top 10 busiest airports in Middle East and Africa

OR Tambo among top 10 busiest airports in Middle East and Africa

7 Feb 2025

South African diners prioritise service and quality over food and price

South African diners prioritise service and quality over food and price

6 Feb 2025

Unwind, indulge, and save this Valentine’s month with City Lodge Hotels!

Unwind, indulge, and save this Valentine’s month with City Lodge Hotels!

City Lodge Hotels 6 Feb 2025

SA sees tourism rebound with 8.92 million arrivals in 2024

SA sees tourism rebound with 8.92 million arrivals in 2024

6 Feb 2025

Unlocking the revenue potential of the Cape Town Cycle Tour

Unlocking the revenue potential of the Cape Town Cycle Tour

Niels Verspui 5 Feb 2025

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Western Cape tops buy-to-let, while KZN lags – Standard Bank

Chiko Manokore 4 Feb 2025

V&A Waterfront achieves record retail sales with over 3 million visitors in December

V&A Waterfront achieves record retail sales with over 3 million visitors in December

3 Feb 2025

Cape Town crowned best long-haul city break for Brits in 2025

Cape Town crowned best long-haul city break for Brits in 2025

3 Feb 2025

ITFFA and Africa’s Eden unite to amplify sustainable tourism across Africa

ITFFA and Africa’s Eden unite to amplify sustainable tourism across Africa

Lume Communications 31 Jan 2025

City Lodge Hotels’ Chef Trevor Boyd to shape SA’s competition landscape

City Lodge Hotels’ Chef Trevor Boyd to shape SA’s competition landscape

City Lodge Hotels 31 Jan 2025

#BizTrends2025: The future of travel - how connection, conscience, and custom comforts redefine 2025

#BizTrends2025: The future of travel - how connection, conscience, and custom comforts redefine 2025

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Cape Town crowned best city in the world by Time Out

Cape Town crowned best city in the world by Time Out

16 Jan 2025

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SAOTA's masterpiece: Noom Hotel Abidjan blends luxury with African heritage

27 Nov 2024

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African marketers gear up for AMC’s 3rd annual awards in Mombasa

4 Sep 2024

CrowdStrike Falcon glitch disrupts global services across sectors

CrowdStrike Falcon glitch disrupts global services across sectors

Lindsey Schutters 19 Jul 2024

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