Julia Mafcher | Nov 10, 2012
An extraordinary experience What could be better than hosting a conference or meeting in a boardroom overlooking the vast expanse of the true African bush? And Madikwe Safari Lodge in the malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve is not your...
Julia Mafcher | Nov 8, 2012
One has to agree that as the year draws to an end, most people cant wait for the holidays to begin. But just before all the corporates (big or small) close their doors, theres always the last minute stress of organising the company year-end...
Julia Mafcher | Nov 8, 2012
As 2013 swiftly approaches, so does the annual KwaZulu-Natal showcase of South Africas hottest dcor, design and lifestyle products and inspiration, Decorex Durban. Decorex Durban takes place from the 21st 24th March 2013 at the Durban Exhibition...
Julia Mafcher | Nov 8, 2012
…says Protea Hotel Group’s Danny Bryer.As hotel groups heave a collective sigh of relief that occupancy levels in South Africa have shown a full year of recovery, one can strategically look at possible expansion says Danny Bryer,...
Julia Mafcher | Nov 8, 2012
South Points Hotel Lamunu 120 seater conference venue has proven to be a preferred, perfect meeting place in the heart of Braamfontein. The Johnny Clegg conference venue offers all the trimmings of the ideal conference easy access, intimacy and...
Julia Mafcher | Nov 8, 2012
There is a saying in the insurance industry It only has to happen once. We take risks every-day. Yet in the MICE industry whether buyer (end-user decision-maker), or one of several suppliers/services (venue, independent organiser, decor arranger,...
Julia Mafcher | Nov 1, 2012
in 2012 Business isn’t booming for everyone; however. it’s not all doom and gloom in the teambuilding industry, as Meetings SA recently found out. Two teambuilding companies, Dream Team Catalyst and Elephants in Main Street, tell us about the year...
Julia Mafcher | Nov 1, 2012
Sandton Convention Centre This past year looks set to go down as Sandton Convention Centre’s coming of ageMeetingsSA explores the reasons. Validated by recognition of its status as the country’s ‘most technologically advanced convention centre’ by...
Julia Mafcher | Nov 1, 2012
Burlesque comes to Emperors Palace<Blurb> Top entertainment destination Emperors Palace introduces a November/December year-end function and Christmas party season with an exciting twist: London’s West End smash hit show, Hurly Burly. Hold on...
Julia Mafcher | Nov 1, 2012
What a year it’s been Legacy Hotel’s Kwa Maritane Bush Lodge will leave a lasting legacy in the minds of your staff and clients. In fact, it’s a place they’ll want to return to for both business and play. This year saw the completion of the latest...
Julia Mafcher | Nov 1, 2012
An increased demand As more and more companies take their clients and staff into Africa for business, Julia Mafcher sits down with Kenya Airways sales manager for South Africa, Helena Maxwell, to discuss why business tourism and conferencing is so...
Julia Mafcher | Nov 1, 2012
The meeting professional’s role The bride and groom aren’t the only ones who strive for the perfect wedding day. Behind the scenes, meetings professionals and service providers hope for the same outcome. So, how do meetings professionals influence...
