Although global instability may temporarily redirect travel flows, the real opportunity lies not in benefiting from conflict elsewhere but in ensuring that South Africa becomes a destination the world actively chooses, whether there is conflict in other regions or not
Travel is becoming planned, curated and experience-led again. The development pipeline reflects that
It’s one thing to be a desirable city for tourists and charge premium hotel room prices, but the execution of the experience must match
The service, which will operate three times a week, cuts travel time to under ten hours and provides the fastest connection between South Africa and Western Australia
Seventeen years later, Mervyn Sloman reflects on The Book Lounge thriving in the digital age and building reading community through Open Book Festival
Tourism is in a state of disruption. Travellers are seeking authenticity while technology is changing expectations and sustainability has become fundamental to purchasing decisions. According to the World Economic Forum (WEF), international tourism is anticipated to reach $16 trillion by 2034 with growth increasingly driven by travellers looking for more meaningful experiences and sustainable choices. […]
Events such as the Luxurious Marble Circus is backed by sponsorship that brings people together, creates jobs and is a driver for social and environmental change
Communities must be reconnected with their natural heritage for conservation to create jobs and a brighter future for the next generation
Residents say rental prices have increased drastically and accuse authorities of making the city a tourist destination at the expense of locals
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After the stall during 2020’s pandemic, travellers have come storming back exponentially each year
Both Durban and Cape Town are enjoying some respite from high levels of E.Coli in beach water
Flight Centre brings you loads of tours suitable for over 50s which let you see the world with likeminded travellers in a similar age bracket
Global tourism has reached 96% of pre-pandemic levels; tails are up
Six board members quit in September after the minister announced a shake-up
Continuous skills development is crucial to enable the youth to adapt to changing job markets and technological advancements
Concerns have been raised that a head of department described as a ‘clean professional’ has been ousted for political reasons
The primary objective of the Celebrity Drive campaign is to remind tourists of the country’s status as a top travel destination
Events like the Africa Travel Indaba are valuable, but they are not a panacea for the broader issues that need addressing
The academy helps small businesses to gain exposure and access to market opportunities so they can reach their full potential
Limiting greenhouse gas emissions and building resilience can improve the everyday lives and experiences of South Africans
The travel and tourism trade show that takes place in Durban next month is expected to generate at least R1,2 billion in revenue for local businesses
Hotspots around the world are struggling to strike the balance between growing their tourism industries and protecting locals’ pockets
The unbearable whiteness of tourism should change to one that welcomes all people regardless of skin colour or place of origin
South Africa has had a mixed bag of environmental ministers over the past 30 years and, bar a few, most have taken the environmental agenda forward
Breakfast on the Bosphorus and dinner cruises are affordable options for SA tourists
South Africans are demonstrating a strong commitment to active citizenship, with a focus on localised community activities
The Boten-Vientiane railway and eVisa are creating the hottest new tourist destination in Southeast Asia
The minister was speaking at Africa’s Travel Indaba, days after the acting chief executive of the country’s official national marketing agency resigned
During her opening address at Africa’s Travel Indaba, the minister emphasised the need for implementation to revive the industry
The North African country has set its sights on its ancient heritage to attract the global spotlight once more
The tourism minister has missed four meetings in recent weeks, prompting the committee to take the legal route