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International Conferencing at its best

β€œHow do we top this next year?” Was the amazed, if somewhat perplexed comment from client on completion of the Boehringer Ingelheim (BI) Annual Sales Conference 2014, Middle East sector, held in Barcelona, Spain. The conference was organized by...
New faces at cape town hotel

One&Only Cape Town turns five

It’s been five years since One&Only Cape Town opened its doors – the first urban resort in South Africa and indeed the African continent. Since then, this world-class property has continued to welcome both local and international guests...
Africa Travel Week

Top speakers at Africa Travel Week

The inaugural Africa Travel Week – set to open on Monday 28 April – will deliver more than 30 industry related debates, forums, conferences, seminars and lectures in what is seen as the first pan-African tourism week to be staged in the...
Earth Hour events

Bright ideas for your Earth Hour event

On the very last Saturday of March each and every year, the entire world endeavours to enjoy an hour of darkness, for the sake of the earth. Millions of people across the world switch off their lights in order to raise awareness for the planet....
Fancourt’s airport lounge

Fancourt’s airport lounge gets a facelift

Fancourt’s private departure lounge at George Airport has been given a facelift to extend the renowned hospitality experience enjoyed by guests at its two hotels, right to the point of flying out of George. On departure from George Airport,...
Protea Hotel Balalaika

SPECIAL: Protea Hotel Balalaika

The Protea Hotel Balalaika Sandton is a home away from home ideally located in the financial epicenter and commercial hub of Sandton, North of Johannesburg, South Africa, a mere 3 minutes away from the Sandton Gautrain Station. The Gautrain takes...
design indaba 2014 at CTICC

Design Indaba celebrates 20 years of success

The Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) once again played host to the internationally renowned Design Indaba Conference and Expo earlier this month. This year, the event celebrated its 20th anniversary of championing design. β€œThis is...
Protea Hotel Midrand

Protea Midrand completes refurbishment

Protea Hotel Midrand has completed a refurbishment. Part of the renovation, all the 177 rooms received new cupboards, desks, pedestals and headboards as well as additional plug points and improved lighting. β€œThe hotel has been kept current in terms...
World Travel Market Africa

Register for WTM and win

World Travel Market Africa, the new leadingΒ B2B exhibition for Africa’s travel industry are offering oneΒ lucky visitor the chance to win a brand new i-pad mini in our online competition. If you work in the African travel industry, register to...