Shanna Jacobsen | Dec 12, 2022
The International Federation for Exhibition and Events Services (IFES) has been championing the adoption of more sustainable practices to its members for years, through its internal Sustainability Committee and various initiatives. The latest of...
Shanna Jacobsen | Dec 4, 2022
Delta Air Lines has introduced non-stop flights between Cape Town and Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is recognised as the world’s busiest airport, with 75.7 million passengers passing through it last year. The new...
Shanna Jacobsen | Dec 2, 2022
Always looking to the future, Barmotion has opened a new branch in the UK. Meetings catches up with founder Alexia Swart to find out more about this expansion and what it means for her loyal client base in South Africa. Getting your corporate brand...
Nov 24, 2022
Getting to know Johan Cronje, cluster general manager for the Marriott Melrose Arch Collection Johan Cronje, cluster general manager for the Marriott Melrose Arch Collection Q. Where do you see the meetings and events industry currently? A. We are...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 23, 2022
The International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) Africa brings the most luxurious pan-African travel experiences and interested buyers together. Among the products being showcased are exclusive boutique hotels, private safaris and tailormade travel...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 20, 2022
United Airlines first direct flight from Washington/Dulles hub to Cape Town International Airport touched down on 18 November, marking the first-ever nonstop service between these two cities. Going forwards, United will fly this route three-times...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 17, 2022
Byline: Charlene Hefer is the Portfolio Director of Specialised Exhibitions – a division of the Montgomery Group. Charlene Hefer, Portfolio Director of Specialised Exhibitions – a division of the Montgomery Group Our trade shows in 2022 attracted...
Nov 14, 2022
Devi Paulsen-Abbott, Chair of AAXO and Vice President of dmg events Byline: Devi Paulsen-Abbott, Chair of the African Association of Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) and Vice President of dmg events. Trend #1: Quality over quantity Whilst foot traffic...
Shanna Jacobsen | Nov 5, 2022
What do you do when a terrorist warning is issued the day before the congress you are planning is due to start? Larna Jackson, Business Owner of Event Options, shares her experience of just how she and her team navigated this unexpected challenge....
Nov 1, 2022
Travelling has always been a risky activity: from the inconvenience of lost baggage to far more serious concerns around safety – especially security and medical emergencies. When it comes to the latter, there are proactive measures you can take to...
Shanna Jacobsen | Oct 31, 2022
The International Association of Conference Centres (IACC) is a global association that represents the top 1% of small to midsize conference and meeting venues. It has announced its strategic alliance with Meeting Professionals International,...
Shanna Jacobsen | Oct 30, 2022
City Lodge Hotel Group has made eight new staff appointments recently. These are as follows: Colleen Goodman has been appointed Group Marketing Manager. This is a new position that has been created to boost the group’s post-pandemic marketing...
