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High tea and cake at the Wild Coast Sun
2021-02-06 13:00 - 17:30, 2021-01-30 13:00 - 17:30 (Europe/Helsinki) | Wild Coast Sun, Main Bizana Road,, Port Edward, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Treat yourself to High Tea at the Wild Coast Sun, served every Saturday between 13:00 and 15:00 or 15:30 and 17:30 in the tropical-themed Lagoon Bar.
A delectable buffet will feature a selection of pastries and cakes including caramel cake, cupcakes, chocolate eclairs, scones, and lemon crunch, as well as savoury treats like samosas, chicken roulade, a selection of wraps, smoked salmon balls, and, when in season, the ultimate High Tea item of strawberries and fresh cream.
Tea is served with a selection of Ceylon, Rooibos teas and other speciality teas or coffee.
The cost is R150 per person (adult/child).
Due to Covid-19 health and safety protocol, all visitors to the hotel must book in advance and undergo a screening at the resort entrance upon arrival.
For bookings and enquiries, please contact (039) 305 2759 or wcs.events@suninternational.com

Sunday lunch buffet at Wild Coast Sun
2021-01-31 13:00 - 15:00 | Wild Coast Sun, Main Bizana Road,, Port Edward, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Take the time to break bread with your loved ones and sit down to a traditional Sunday lunch at Chico’s Restaurant overlooking the Indian Ocean, at the family-friendly Wild Coast Sun Resort.
The buffet lunch boasts an array of roasts, stews and curries, accompanied by fresh salads and seasonal vegetables, followed by desserts such as pecan pie, cheesecake and cakes.
Due to Covid-19 health and safety protocol, all visitors to the hotel must book in advance and undergo a screening at the resort entrance upon arrival.
For bookings and enquiries, please contact (039) 305 2759 / 4501 or wcs.events@suninternational.com

Tourism Equity Fund virtual launch
2021-01-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
The Department of Tourism, led by Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, will officially launch the Tourism Equity Fund (TEF) at a virtual event on 26 January 2021 at 16:00.
The TEF was established by the Department of Tourism in partnership with Small Enterprise Finance Agency (SEFA) to deepen transformation in the sector.
The fund is aimed at creating an inclusive and growing tourism sector by supporting entrepreneurship and investment on the supply side of the tourism sector. The fund will offer a combination of debt finance and grant funding for large capital investment projects in the tourism sector.
Virtual links:
Facebook: facebook.com/GovernmentZA
Twitter: twitter.com/GovernmentZA
YouTube: youtube.com/GovernmentZA
Zoom link: gcis.zoom.us/j/94336356405

UFI-Exhibition Management School: Middle East and Africa
2021-01-24 - 2021-02-18 | Online
The sold-out premiere of the UFI-Exhibition Management School was organised online and offered its international group of participants an unmatched learning environment and networking opportunities.
Following this success and the strong demand from our members, UFI has announced dates for the next UFI-EMS edition, which will take place from 24 January to 18 February 2021.
Delivered by a faculty of industry experts, the UFI-EMS will combine both global insights and regional expertise for the Middle East and Africa region – following the clearly articulated need for education that adapts a global curriculum to the specific regional and local needs:
// Matthias Tesi Baur – CEO at MBB Consulting Group
// Wilbert Heijmans – Group Managing Director at Info Salons (a Freeman company)
// Ashely Roberts – General Manager at Omanexpo
// Stephanie Selesnick – President at International Trade Information, Inc
// Carol Weaving – Managing Director at Reed Exhibitions South Africa
The programme will be held online and will cover a wide range of relevant industry topics such as:
// Agile Cross-Sales Strategies
// Customer Centricity & Care
// Cross-Channel Exhibition Marketing
// Digital Innovation
// Human Resources & Leadership
// Global Business Development
// Budget and P&L
// Strategy Creation and Development
Book before 11 December 2020 and benefit from the early bird rate:
// For UFI members: €805.50 instead of €895
// For non members: €1,075.5 instead of €1,195

SATIB Webinar: Liability and legal implications of Covid-19 on tourism businesses
2021-01-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
There’s no public liability insurance cover for COVID, which creates many questions around liability and potential litigation if a guest falls ill or dies from Covid-19. What if they have to curtail their trip? What do you need to do to prove you’ve not been negligent as a business owner?
Join Stefan de Beer, Director of Martin and de Beer Inc., Onne Vegter, MD of Wild Wings Safaris, and Lucien Niemann, AfricanRescue Live Assist Executive Director, for this SATIB-sponsored webinar to unpack your liability and legal obligations.
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Meet the webinar speakers
Stefan de Beer
Director and Partner at Stefan de Beer & Co. Attorneys
Stefan started serving his articles in 2010 while completing his B.Com (Law) degree through the University of the Free State. In 2010 Stefan obtained his B.Com (Law) degree and continued his studies in law. Stefan obtained his LL.B degree in 2012 after he also attended the Law Society of South Africa’s School for Legal Practice. In June 2013 Stefan was admitted as Attorney of the High Court of South Africa and immediately accepted employment as a Professional Assistant at Hugo & Bruwer Inc. Stefan started practicing for his own account in February 2017 under the name and style of Stefan de Beer & Co. Attorneys. Stefan’s interests include non-fiction books, sport of any kind and he enjoys all aspects of business. Stefan specializes in matters relating to the Companies Act, Act 71 of 2008, commercial, civil and criminal litigation as well as contracts.
Onne Vegter
Managing Director and Co-founder at Wild Wings Safaris
Onne Vegter is the MD of Wild Wings Safaris, an inbound tour operator and safari specialist. His company operates as a UK based agent, an OTO, an inbound DMC and a local ground operator with transport. Onne writes regularly for Tourism Update and he joins us today from his office in George, along the Garden Route.
Lucien Niemann
Operations Director at Africa SAFE-T
Lucien Niemann qualified as an emergency medical care practitioner in 2007. He has extensive experience in remote incident management and medical preparedness systems for the tourism sector. Lucien is an alumnus of St. Albans College, Armstrong Atlantic State University, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, and the Netcare 911 School of Emergency and Critical Care. He is the Operations Director of Africa SAFE-T and is an Executive Director of Africa RESCUE.

Sunday Jazz Brunch
2020-12-27 06:00 - 12:00, 2020-12-20 06:00 - 12:00, 2020-12-13 06:00 - 12:00, 2020-12-06 06:00 - 12:00 | Indaba Hotel
Enjoy a lazy family-style Sunday Jazz Brunch with a full English breakfast buffet featuring oysters and Robertson Winery bubbly.
Brunch is open from 06h00-12h00, with live entertainment from 09h00.
The cost is R205 per person.
To book, please call 011 840 6600 or email restaurant@indabahotel.co.za.
Terms & Conditions apply. Offer valid until December 2020. Subject to restaurant availability – limited seating available. Bookings are essential.

Enjoy tea by the sea at Boardwalk
2020-12-19 14:00 - 15:00, 2020-12-12 14:00 - 15:00, 2020-12-05 14:00 - 15:00 | The Boardwalk Hotel, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Indulge in the age old tradition of afternoon High Tea at The Boardwalk Hotel.
Served in the Lobby Lounge, you will feel relaxed and re-energised as you toss your troubles to the tides while chatting to friends or family.
The delectable buffet, with all Covid-10 protocols observed, features a selection of pastries and cakes including milk tart, lemon meringue tart, salted caramel tart, pecan nut tart, strawberry tart, chocolate brownies, cake of the day and strawberry cheese cake. Those who prefer savoury nibbles are also catered to assorted finger sandwiches, assorted mini pies, vegetable spring rolls, mini savoury scones topped with basil cream cheese.
All this is served with a selection of tea, rooibos teas, earl grey or green tea, freshly filter coffee, juice or iced tea.
High Tea is served every Saturday from 2pm to 3pm at a cost of R155 per adult, children under 12 years pay half price.
Call 041 507 9456/7869 or email rachel.greensmith@suninternational.com to book.

Hospitality Tomorrow 3
2020-12-15 13:00 - 20:00 | Online
Hospitality Tomorrow 3 is all about re-energising YOU!
To say that 2020 has been a challenging year for the hospitality industry would be an understatement. It is while thinking about friends in the industry that the third edition of the digital Hospitality Tomorrow series has been designed, focusing on equipping the forerunners of the industry with the necessary leadership skills, innovation and guidance to navigate and embrace 2021 head-on.
Bench Digital has gathered leadership and innovation experts to help you reform your mindset and re-strategise for the year ahead to make this turbulent ride a little smoother.
This online experience will include:
// Live stage programme
// Video speed networking
// Roundtable sessions
// Virtual exhibition stands
Access the full programme here.
Register here.

Sunninghill Festive Fun Day & Market
2020-12-13 10:00 - 16:00
The Earth Trust, Kreate-it & The Sunninghill Community are planning another fantastic family & community Festive Fun Day & Market on Sunday the 13th of December 2020 from 10am till 4pm in the beautiful Tesla Park on Tesla Crescent in Sunninghill. We would love you all to come and explore our vendors and enjoy good shopping, delicious food & family entertainment. A good mood and a great time is guaranteed!
Entrance is free, so bring the family and invite the neighbours and join in celebrating living and working in Sunninghill! Enjoy the quality niche bespoke craft market. Indulge in delectable food, thirst-quenching drink, local crafts & fresh produce.
There will be a couple of marquees with some live music, Father Christmas, LOADS of entertainment for the kids, lucky draw prizes etc.
All ages welcome. Family & Dog Friendly. Please feel free to bring an umbrella, a picnic blanket or camping chair.

Pop Up Art Auction for Beauty Without Cruelty
2020-12-12 12:00 - 17:00
The quirky seaside town of Muizenberg will play host to the first in a series of Pop-Up Art Auction on 12 December at Studio 26, no 26 Palmer Road, Muizenberg Village, to raise much-needed funds for non-profit organisations, starting with Beauty Without Cruelty SA.
The fundraiser auction will include work by a range of established and upcoming artists working in a mix of mediums, from the complex linocuts of renown artist and struggle activist Lionel Davis to the exquisite recycled glass chandeliers of Riaan Chambers and the mercurial animal sculptures of budding artist Tatiana Kelm.
“The aim is to raise awareness of animal rights within our community and raise as much money as possible for this cause, while also showcasing artists and giving them the opportunity to sell work and gain exposure to art buyers,” explains Charlotte Corbett, owner of Studio 26 where the auction will be held, as well as one of the contributing artists.
She adds that this is an opportunity for all art lovers – from serious collectors to lay appreciators – to add to their collection at a fraction of the usual cost: “As a zero profit event, there is no auctioneer or exhibitor fee attached to any of the work, which enables us to drop the prices radically. In addition, the artists involved are dedicated to raising as much funds for Beauty Without Cruelty as possible, therefore they are
either donating artwork and/or contributing to the collection at the lowest price.”
In line with BWC’s ethos of complete non-exploitation of animals, none of the artworks on sale at the Pop-Up Auction will incorporate shell, bone, feathers or any other animal ingredients.
The Pop-Up Auction will be the first in what Corbett plans to be a regular fundraising art auction, each supporting a different non-profit organisation. The auctions will alternate with art exhibitions at Studio26, timed to coincide with the Village Vibes Christmas Fair, the event is held in the heart of Muizenberg Village. This family-friendly event includes a bustling street market, a Kid’s Entrepreneur market where children sell their “makes and bakes”, children’s theatre by The Jungle Theatre Company and art exhibitions/open studios.
“The Village Vibes Experience is aimed at showcasing the creativity, ingenuity and talent of the unique community who live in Muizenberg Village, and it draws local crowds and visitors from around the world,” says organiser June Homan of JOON restaurant. “The art auctions and art exhibitions are yet one more excellent reason to visit our village.”

TBCSA Webinar: The importance of COVID-19 Protocols Compliance
2020-12-10 10:00 - 11:30 | Online
Join TBCSA CEO Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa, ASATA CEO Otto de Vries and Professor Alex van den Heever, Chair of Social Security Systems Administration and Management Studies University of Witwatersrand to discuss the future of travel and tourism, including the importance of COVID-19 protocols compliance.
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Africa MICE Café
2020-12-09 16:00 - 17:30 | Online
The MICE Café is a virtual networking event bringing together industry voices across Africa’s MICE industry. The purpose of this event is enable the industry to take stock of year 2020 – the highs and the lows, and draw critical lessons as we project for 2021.
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2021 Event Trends
2020-12-08 18:00 - 22:00 | Online
EventMB is the point of reference for event professionals who want to know what’s next in the industry. Join us for our final event of the year and learn how 2021 will shape up.
// Discover research-backed trends for making educated decisions about your events in 2021.
// Hear from the most influential speakers in the event industry.
// Ask questions, comment and share with our speakers.
// Leave the event with a plan of action for 2021.
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AIPC Future Ready Masterclass
2020-12-07
In order to support its members in preparing for the next normal, AIPC plans to organize a Future Ready Masterclass. The Masterclass will consist of two parts: a set of lectures and a competition.
The 6 lectures will touch upon the following topics:

Leadership
Risk Management & Liability Mitigation
(Fast) Testing
Customer Experience & Event Design
Pricing models
Crisis Communication

These pre-recorded modules will be made available via an on-line portal. Once the participant has gone through the 6 modules, she/he will be invited to join a small group (maximum 5 persons) and participate in a hackathon addressing an industry issue. The goal of the hackathon is double: on the one hand it allows for networking and teambuilding. On the other hand, it forces the participants to be agile and come up with solutions within a clear boundary (24 hours). The outcome of the hackathons will be judged by an international jury, based on following criteria:

Level of innovation
Usability
Scalability
Return on Investment

The Masterclass will be available as from 07 December. The hackathon competition will be closed on 15 January 2021.
The cost per participant is 145 €.
As AIPC wants to be sure there is sufficient interest for this initiative (they are targeting 100 participants), could you please let them know by 28 October if you intend to participate in this Masterclass by completing this form here.

Our Local Country Faire Christmas Market
2020-12-06 10:00 - 14:00 | Misty Hills Country Hotel
Are you looking for Christmas gifts or stocking fillers? Are you looking for somewhere to start celebrating the beginning of the festive season? Then Our Local Country Faire is the place to be!
The food and crafts on sale are of the highest quality, made locally and not typically available in a retail setting. Artisanal products, handmade crafts and, rarely, high quality imported products.
The market will take place on Sunday, 6 December 2020 at Misty Hills Country Hotel, Muldersdrift. Entrance is free.

Boschendal Friday Night Market
2020-12-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Boschendal Wine Estate, Pniel Road, Groot, Franschhoek, Western Cape, 7690, South Africa
Time: 18.00-21.00
Venue: The Werf Area
Price: Free Entry
Dates: Every Friday night up until 18 December, and resuming 08 January 2021
You can expect live music, fresh farm produce, food stalls and other artisanal stands filled with local products to peruse and purchase. Indulge in aromatic Indian cuisine, enjoy fresh oysters with a bottle of Boschendal bubbly, treat your sweet tooth with mouth-watering pancakes, shop all your favourite pastries from our bakery and splurge on delicious Night Market treats prepared by our Boschendal chefs.
Bean bags will be available but you are also welcome to bring your own picnics blankets.
Temperature screening will be done at the gate and a capacity limit will apply to adhere to social distancing, so come early to avoid disappointment! Please wear a face mask and help us stay safe. No cash payments will be accepted – we offer card facilities as well as Zapper and Snapscan.
Dogs are welcome to join the fun, as long as they’re kept on a leash – please remember to pick up after your four-legged friend.
Children are welcome if accompanied by an adult guardian. Alternatively, kids ages 5-14 can be booked in at The Tree House for supervised festive fun from 18:00 to 21:00 They’ll be treated to a variety of festive crafts, African drumming and an outdoor movie with popcorn. R200 per child includes food & snacks.

Destination Christmas Market
2020-12-02 15:00 - 2020-12-05 21:00 | Melrose Arch
If you’re looking for an unusual gift or something to brighten your home this festive season, look no further than Melrose Arch’s annual Christmas market. The Christmas market will be held on Melrose Boulevard from Wednesday, 2 December to Saturday, 5 December, from 3pm to 9pm. Christmas decor and gifts, special handcrafted items, jewellery, ladies’ and kids’ clothing, toys, homeware, accessories, and more will be available at the market. Don’t miss it!

Wesgro Wine & Food Tourism Conference
2020-12-02
The Wesgro Wine & Food Tourism conference is now in its fifth year and has become a must-attend event for the tourism industry in South Africa and internationally. This year’s conference is a hybrid-virtual event, with the in-person component being held on Wednesday, 02 December 2020 at Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate, R43 Botrivier, Walker Bay, Hermanus.
The Conference Theme is ‘The Next Decade: Wine Industry Sales and Sustainability’. Local and international speakers will present on sales and sustainability. Follow the website link to find out more.

Travel Tech: MICE industry impact
2020-11-30 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
It is widely believed that in the age of COVID-19 and beyond travel technology will play an increasingly pivotal role in shaping the future of the travel and tourism industry at large. There are mixed views about the impact these developments will have on the business models of various travel and tourism industry operators. In this webinar we will hear the perspectives of three key players in the MICE industry – a MICE analyst and expert, a major Convention Centre CEO, and a DMC CEO.
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Sunday Socials with Veuve Clicquot
2020-11-29 12:00 - 18:00
Make the most of Johannesburg’s perfect summer weather with a day out in the lush gardens of The Maslow Hotel, Sandton, for the Veuve Clicquot Social Sundays.
Guests will be welcomed with a complimentary Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label drink on arrival, which they can enjoy with a spread of tantalizing treats in their picnic baskets, while a harvest table and chef’s cheese board offer even more delights.
Time: 12h00 – 18h00
Cost: R950 per picnic basket (serves 2)
Bookings: please call (010) 226 4647 or email bistro@suninternational.com
The full menu is as follows:
Picnic hamper
Grilled chicken, pineapple and avocado wrap
Sauteed spinach, caramelised onion and mushroom savoury quiche
Mini doughnuts, chocolate truffles, Turkish Delight and chocolate dipped strawberries
Harvest table
Biltong, dry wors and mixed roasted nuts
Classic Waldorf salad
Wok fried chili beef salad with glass noodles and Asian greens
Malso Tennessee style pork ribs
BBQ marinated chicken drumsticks served with blue cheese dip
Jalapeno and cheese rissoles served with a roasted garlic aioli
Chef’s cheese board
Selection of local cheeses, fresh fruits, crackers and preserves
Veuve Clicquot
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label (glass): R210
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label (bottle): R1,250
Veuve Clicquot Rosé (bottle): R1,580
Veuve Clicquot Rich (bottle): R1,580

Soweto All White Family Picnic Affair
2020-11-28 12:00 - 20:00
Pasi’Licious Events, Lifestyle & Entertainment invite you to experience family fun days in a fun and stylish way – children and adults to come together as one! No age restriction!
Activities to look forward to:
– A picnic
– Live performance by Zonke Dikana
– Water slides; Face paintings; Horse Rides; Jumping Castles
– Kids Corner
– Food Stalls
– Photobooth
– Massage parlour
– Swimming pools, and a lot of entertainment
Alcohol & food will be sold at the venue.
Presold tickets available on 079 275 8821 / 065 921 3368.
Ticket Prices:
Adults (ages 14+) – R150
Kids (ages 4-13 yrs) – R100
Infants (ages 0-3 yrs) – free of charge
Permitted: Camp chairs & picnic baskets; Cooler boxes allowed at a charge of R100 (payable at the venue on the day).
Venue: GOG Lifestyle Park (Corner R558 and R559 Randfontein Road, Protea Glen Ext. 14.)

A New Day Out
2020-11-28 11:00 - 2020-11-29 18:30
A first of its kind in the country, A New Day Out will be South Africa’s first official Pod Party music festival, held at Montecasino on 28 and 29 November 2020, featuring an exciting line-up of SA’s top artists and performers.
Presented by Locally Whipped Productions (LW Mag) in association with Garmin and Montecasino, this event (with two options, running from 11:00 – 18:30 on each day) will offer attendees a unique music experience in a safe environment, in-line with official Government gazetted rules on social distancing. The pods accommodate for four people, including a variety of complementary goods in their pods. Event goers are also able to get food and beverages delivered directly to their pods to reinforce a contactless event from ticket sales to food purchases during the event.
“With the entertainment industry put on hold due to the current pandemic, we are proud to offer a platform that enables us to host an exciting and premier show in the safest way possible. Playing a part that will help further re-open the industry and give music fans a day out with their favourite artists,” says A New Day Out organiser, Ryan van der Spuy.
Attendees can look forward to exhilarating performances from Majozi, Veranda Panda, Shortstraw, PHFat, GoodLuck and Prime Circle. This event will be limited to 500 people per day, complying with all COVID-19 protocols. The safety and peace-of-mind of guests at this event is of the utmost importance.
Ticket purchases start from R2,000 per pod and are available from Quicket. Tsogo Sun Rewards Cardholders can save from 10% on ticket purchases.

Restart SA Events & Exhibitions
2020-11-25 09:00 - 2020-11-26 15:00
With the easing of restrictions, there is now an opportunity to demonstrate to South Africa that exhibitions and events can be hosted safely, with all the required COVID-19 health and safety protocols in place.
The Restart Expo is a small scale exhibition designed to showcase to government, industry, media, PCO’s, exhibitors and visitors what exhibitions will look like post COVID-19.
As well as the in-person event component at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, its informative and interactive seminar programme will also be available online via live streaming. To join in via the live streaming, click here to register now.

Conference on African Natural Ingredients (CANI) 2020
2020-11-20 - 2020-11-21
Africa is endowed with a wide variety of natural ingredients that enjoy strong demand across the globe for a wide range of uses in health, food, beauty and skincare, and a variety of other important industrial uses. CANI 2020 will cast a spotlight on the economic value of these natural resources, focusing on driving shared industrial and economic growth based on their responsible stewardship and utilisation.
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