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Two South Africans appointed to ICCA

The International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) represents the main specialists in organizing, transporting and accommodating international meetings and events, and comprises almost 1,000 member companies and organisations in over 90...

MICE copycats reveal a lot

The MICE industry continues to bemoan rival events, particularly in the exhibition sector, which are held sometimes a mere few weeks straddling the long-established similar show.  The established show has spent the time and indeed many mega-Rands...

Association organisers compete fiercely

It’s often quoted that when in doubt, getting back to basics, before heaping too much praise on international appointments can produce a deeper perspective. Worldwide the MICE sector’s various categories are similar re-market share: 60% Corporate...

Fairlawns welcomes new chef

Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa has welcomed Gerhard Venter as Executive Chef to charm regular and new diners at the award-winning hotel. “I am proud to be working at this beautiful hotel. The established culinary and management team and I will...
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A festive package with a difference

SAB – the world of beer, offers a memorable festive package not to be missed. The package includes: 30 minute guided tour Halfway draught Souvenir Glass 2 x alcoholic/non– drinks A tasty menu will also be served, with appetizing starters,...
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Let Elegant Entertainment dazzle you

Elegant Entertainment specializes in offering a complete entertainment management service. The sophisticated variety of products creates an all in one bespoke service, catering for any function, anywhere in Southern Africa, whatever the budget....
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Diarise Decorex Durban

Decorex, the home for great ideas and one of KwaZulu-Natal’s leading décor, design and lifestyle exhibitions, kicks off its Durban edition on the 19 March – 22 March 2015. Taking place at the Durban Exhibition Centre, the exhibition will feature a...
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The foraging experience in Table Bay

The Table Bay, true to its promise to provide genuine South African experiences, has introduced customized foraging expeditions. These expeditions deliver the opportunity to explore The Mother City’s splendid “natural outdoor market”. Charles...