Shanna Jacobsen | Sep 14, 2023
In a shift away from traditional office spaces and the rise of hybrid and remote work, the demand for extraordinary conference venues has reached new heights. Flexibility and the opportunity to connect with colleagues, in stimulating surroundings...
Shanna Jacobsen | Sep 14, 2023
Congratulations to the following event industry professionals who were elected to CEPA’s council following an online voting process from 4 to 8 September 2023: Rudi van der Vyver (Chair) Mulemwa Moongwa (Vice Chair) Chad Botha Glenn van Eck Lisa...
Shanna Jacobsen | Sep 13, 2023
The Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) hosted its second Leadership Conference at Sun City from 6-8 September 2023, which saw stakeholders from the public and private sectors come together, as well as dignitaries, guests, and...
Shanna Jacobsen | Sep 7, 2023
Beekman Group, a leading property investment company within the hospitality and tourism industry, has once again claimed the title of Top Business in the Renewable Efficiency and Green Initiatives category at the recent 2023 Standard Bank...
Shanna Jacobsen | Sep 7, 2023
Minister of Tourism, Patricia de Lille and Airbnb released a joint media statement announcing the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Tourism and Airbnb to enhance inclusive tourism growth. The MoU was signed on 29 August, and...
Shanna Jacobsen | Sep 7, 2023
FlySafair has announced new flight routes between Harare, Livingstone, Victoria Falls and Maputo. This expansion doesn’t only offer South Africa travellers’ greater convenience; it also promises to make these bucket list destinations more...
Shanna Jacobsen | Sep 5, 2023
On 31 August 2023, Cape Town Helicopters, part of the Explore Collection, unveiled a new hangar and products at the iconic V&A Waterfront Heliport in Cape Town. These upgrades promise a new dimension of adventure and luxury travel in the Cape,...
Shanna Jacobsen | Aug 30, 2023
Did you know that a mere 16% of UK travellers consider sustainable travel a priority? Venturing to the southern hemisphere, South Africa’s commitment seems even more hesitant. Bonnie Smith, GM FCM “Businesses want to go green, they...
Shanna Jacobsen | Aug 30, 2023
In a world increasingly questioning age-old stereotypes, the travel industry is now asking: What do women travellers really want? The age-old stereotype of great men exploring the world makes up the historical narrative of travel, from Marco Polo...
Shanna Jacobsen | Aug 30, 2023
Every company aspires to attract loyal and dedicated staff, but perhaps none achieve it quite as apparently as Gallagher Convention Centre. Anna Malaza, or Mama Anna as she is referred to by many on the property, started at Gallagher Convention...
Shanna Jacobsen | Aug 30, 2023
In a statement released to the media yesterday, Minister Patricia de Lille shared an update on the progress made so far by the National Tourism Safety Forum (NTSF). The NTSF is a private-public partnership, bringing together all Tourism MECs, the...
Shanna Jacobsen | Aug 24, 2023
IBTM World has revealed the first details of its new-look Association Leaders’ Forum, which will take place on day one of IBTM World and focus on how the associations community can contribute to the ongoing debate around sustainability and the...
