Leading global trade show, IBTM World, has opened its 2023 edition with the launch of its ‘World Trends Report 2024’. The annual report addresses some of the biggest macro-economic, political, ecological, and next-generation...
Business travel and AI-driven hyperpersonalisation
The transformation has been subtle, but the corporate travel experience has fundamentally changed focus. It’s no longer only about the destination or the deals. The new priority is the business traveller – and their unique needs and preferences....
IFES and GMA forge strategic partnership to elevate the exhibitions industry
The global meetings and events industry thrives on collaboration among organisations and stakeholders. In this spirit, the International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) and the Greek Meetings Alliance (GMA) have formalised a...
A new era of luxury travel launches: LivingBreathlessly, Michael Raddall Photography and Marula Hill Travel
Caroline and Michael Raddall are a passionate duo of LivingBreathlessly who assist luxury travel brands with their digital marketing requirements, including lodges and hotels. Michael is a specialist wildlife photographer and sales and marketing...
Africa Travel Week 2024 registrations are now open
Registrations are now open for the 10th edition of Africa Travel Week (ATW), which will run from 07 to 12 April in the City of Cape Town. This year’s events will celebrate of a decade of bringing together the continent’s leading B2B travel...
Entrepreneurs: The Driving Forces Behind Innovation and Economic Growth
The Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) emphasises support for entrepreneurs this Entrepreneur Month Small and medium-sized enterprises constitute 95% of all officially registered businesses and make a significant 50% contribution...
Add a touch of Boschendal magic to your end-of-year celebrations
End the year on a high note with Boschendal’s corporate year-end offerings and celebrate your team at one of South Africa’s most iconic farms. With a couple of year-end functions to choose from, stunning accommodation options, and a...
Entries now open: WTM Africa Responsible Tourism Awards 2024!
WTM Africa is urging responsible tourism businesses to enter their Responsible Tourism Awards 2024. The deadline for entries is 1 March 2024. These annual awards are a highlight at WTM Africa, where they serve to celebrate exceptional...
Fostering leadership and professional growth for women in tourism
In partnership with Africa Tourism Partners (ATP), Cornell University (USA) has made available an exclusive offer and invitation to women in tourism, in executive leadership and in leadership positions, to enroll for Cornell University’s two and a...
10 years of Southern Africa’s Transfrontier Conservation Areas celebrated in Maputo this week
The 10th annual meeting of the SADC Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs) Network is being hosted in Maputo, Mozambique, this week, where the progress made in advancing conservation regionally will be discussed. It has been a decade since the...
ECA & IFES announce new partnership
The Exhibitions & Conferences Alliance (ECA) and International Federation of Exhibition and Event Services (IFES) have announced a new partnership focused on global collaboration and knowledge sharing. ECA is a coalition of leading...
Charlene Hefer’s top exhibition trends predicted for 2024
Charlene Hefer, Portfolio Director of Specialised Exhibitions – a division of the Montgomery Group Byline: Charlene Hefer, Portfolio Director, Specialised Exhibitions – a division of Montgomery Group. The exhibition trends driving the exhibition...