Antois-Leigh Nepgen | Jun 5, 2025
Excitement is building in Johannesburg as the city gears up to welcome international delegates for the highly anticipated 7th edition of the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge (www.youthtourismsummit.com). Organisers and host...
Shanna Jacobsen | Jun 4, 2025
The Ministry of Tourism issued a statement yesterday in light of the recent update by the United States Department of State to its travel advisory for South Africa. It reads as follows: “We respect the sovereign right of all nations to provide...
Shanna Jacobsen | Jun 3, 2025
With the industry celebrating Global Exhibitions Day on June 4, 2025, an independent index for the most engaged expos and trade shows on social media has been launched, using metrics and data extracted from public profiles on Facebook. The ExpoX...
Shanna Jacobsen | Jun 2, 2025
New data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed South Africa’s travel and tourism sector is projected to reach a major milestone this year, set to support more jobs than ever before, but wider data points to a sector still...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | May 30, 2025
On 29 May 2025, Niche Partners concluded its flagship MICE Research & Business Development Fellowship with a powerful virtual finale, marking the culmination of a three-month journey to equip emerging professionals across Africa with the...
Shanna Jacobsen | May 29, 2025
The Events Industry Council (EIC) and the Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) announced a new collaboration last week to align efforts in three critical areas: advocacy, research, and advancing sustainability and ESG efforts, ensuring maximum...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | May 29, 2025
In an industry built on connection, The Fine Collection’s 60 Minute Virtual Workshop proves that one hour is all it takes to open doors to new business. theplannerguru had the opportunity to attend the May 2025 edition of this dynamic monthly...
May 29, 2025
Tourism Working Teams and International Marketing Campaign Signal New Approach from South African Tourism South Africa’s inbound tourism sector continues to recover with international visitor numbers showing steady year-on-year growth....
Shanna Jacobsen | May 28, 2025
The Perfections Group has joined forces with Lalibela Wildlife Reserve to bring purpose-driven safaris to Australasia. The Perfections Group will represent Lalibela across Australia and New Zealand, introducing the region’s travel trade and...
Shanna Jacobsen | May 27, 2025
An exciting new industry report, The Future of Venues, was recently released. With feedback from more than 1 000 venue professionals based across five continents, the report is a collaboration between Momentus Technologies and Boldpush. “We are...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | May 26, 2025
ANEW Hotel Witbank offers a prime location, just off the N4 highway in Emalahleni, making it a strategic choice for corporate meetings, government workshops, and private events in Mpumalanga. Known for its warm hospitality and professional service,...
Antois-Leigh Nepgen | May 26, 2025
ANEW Hotel Highveld in Emalahleni is redefining convenience and sophistication in the heart of Mpumalanga’s coalfields. Recently elevated to a 4-star status, this contemporary hotel has undergone an exciting transformation, offering refreshed...
