South Africa Tourism News
South Africa calls for travel bans to be scrapped
South Africa minister of tourism, Lindiwe Sisulu, has confirmed the country remains open to tourism despite the discovery of a new Covid-19 variant.
South Africa leads red list additions as new Covid-19 variant identified
The government has reintroduced red list restrictions on arrivals from South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe and Namibia with immediate effect.
South Africa keen to attract British travellers following quarantine change
British travellers can now visit South Africa without requiring hotel quarantine upon return following a loosening of travel restrictions. The country is also reopening to international visitors.
Emirates further boosts South Africa schedule
Emirates has announced that it will be expanding its operations in and out of South Africa, boosting its schedule to 28 weekly flights by October.
Emirates signs latest South Africa partnership with Cemair
In a move to support the ramp up of operations after boosting its passenger services to South Africa, Emirates has signed an interline agreement with Cemair.
Emirates grows Africa presence with Airlink deal
A new deal is designed to give travellers to and from South Africa convenient access to more than 40 domestic and regional destinations across 12 African countries.
Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton to open later this year
The planned opening of the property will mark the introduction of the select service and extended stay brand, Hyatt House, to the continent.
Saxon Hotel to reopen in South Africa in May
The property has used the last year to ensure that the much-loved Saxon hospitality can be enjoyed in even more beautiful surroundings - with an extensive refurbishment now complete.
UK bars entry to South Africa travellers over new Covid-19 fears
People who have been in or transited through South Africa in the last ten days are no longer allowed into the UK. The new rule does not apply to British and Irish nationals.
Hyatt Regency Cape Town opens in South Africa
Situated at the foot of the iconic Table Mountain, the 137-room Hyatt Regency Cape Town represents the company’s growing brand presence across Africa.
Scott to lead One&Only Cape Town
Anne Scott will oversee the resort operation and strategy, continuing to elevate the captivating guest experience and warm authentic service for which the resort is renowned.
Airlink begins life as independent airline with new livery
The new look, which features a distinctively colourful African Sunbird set against a sunrise and dawn sky, follows several recent developments, including the formal re-naming of the company.