https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/south africa/ South Africa News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-03-08T21:02:45+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/africa-travel-indaba-2024-airlift-strategies-for-economic-growth-discussed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/africa-travel-indaba-2024-airlift-strategies-for-economic-growth-discussed/ The 2024 Africa Travel Indaba convened discussions on how airlift can drive economic development, tourism growth, and regional integration in Africa. Industry leaders including Ms. Mpumi Mpofu, CEO of Airports Company South Africa, and representatives from airlines such as CemAir and Kenya Airways participated in panel discussions addressing the challenges and opportunities surrounding airlift strategies on the continent. Mon, 20 May 2024 06:30:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cape-grace-unveils-stunning-transformation-embracing-south-african-heritage/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/cape-grace-unveils-stunning-transformation-embracing-south-african-heritage/ After undergoing nine months of renovations, Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, reopens its doors with a spectacular design transformation inspired by South Africa’s rich heritage, culture, and artistry. Located at the iconic V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, the hotel’s redesign, led by renowned firm 1508 London, pays homage to the city’s evolution from a bustling trading port to a cosmopolitan center. Wed, 15 May 2024 06:03:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-as-recommended-by-the-experts-cartology-travel/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-as-recommended-by-the-experts-cartology-travel/ South Africa is widely known and loved for its stunning landscapes, safari experiences, wealth of wine, and of course the vibrant city of Cape Town. But whether travellers are first time visitors looking for something a little different, or South Africa lovers wanting to go beyond the tourist trail, the country has so much more to offer than many itineraries include Mon, 25 Mar 2024 17:46:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-2024-ends-on-high-note/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-2024-ends-on-high-note/ The fifth instalment of the popular OurAfrica.Travel digital trade show took place from 5th – 9th February 2024, showcasing 222 exhibitors and facilitating meetings with 479 buyers and 23 media from around the globe. An impressive 8,510 meetings took place on the platform over the five days (nearly 2000 more than the previous year!), with over 10,000 profile views and 44,291 messages were exchanged on the networking chat. Thu, 22 Feb 2024 07:36:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-announces-its-first-safari-hotel-in-south-africa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-announces-its-first-safari-hotel-in-south-africa/ Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit, its first Safari hotel in Africa and 11th hotel in South Africa. Tucked between two renowned nature reserves, Kruger National Park and Blyde River Canyon, the hotel is located 2km outside of Hoedspruit in the heart of the grasslands in the Limpopo province and just 20 minutes from Eastgate Airport. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 07:05:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-2024-connecting-the-world-to-african-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-2024-connecting-the-world-to-african-tourism/ The fifth edition of OurAfrica.Travel is set to take place from February 5 to 9, 2024. This digital travel trade show aims to connect global buyers with African and Indian Ocean properties and suppliers. Over 170 exhibitors, 280 buyers, and 20 media representatives have already registered. The event emphasizes collaboration and supports charitable causes related to community and conservation projects. Sat, 16 Dec 2023 08:30:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/andbeyond-phinda-forest-lodge-south-africa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/andbeyond-phinda-forest-lodge-south-africa/ A sensitive refurbishment takes a well-loved eco-lodge into the next chapter of its story Thu, 30 Nov 2023 07:28:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-and-brazil-sign-trade-marketing-agreement-at-wtm-london-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-and-brazil-sign-trade-marketing-agreement-at-wtm-london-2023/ Brazil and South Africa have signed an agreement to foster collaboration between the two countries in their tourism initiatives Wed, 08 Nov 2023 17:29:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-global-report-domestic-tourism-leading-africas-post-pandemic-recovery/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wtm-global-report-domestic-tourism-leading-africas-post-pandemic-recovery/ Major destinations and source markets across Africa are expected to end 2023 ahead of pre-pandemic values in terms of value, with domestic tourism performing strongly, reveals new research published today. Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:35:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-kwazulu-natal-heads-to-london-for-the-2023-world-travel-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tourism-kwazulu-natal-heads-to-london-for-the-2023-world-travel-market/ Tourism KwaZulu-Natal (TKZN) is heading to London for the 2023 World Travel Market (WTM) on Monday. Thu, 02 Nov 2023 07:50:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-opens-e-visa-system-to-south-africans/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudi-arabia-opens-e-visa-system-to-south-africans/ The Department of Tourism also has a Memorandum of Understanding with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Department which outlines its joint objectives to grow tourism between our countries Tue, 31 Oct 2023 12:18:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/club-med-the-pioneer-of-the-all-inclusive-concept-announces-new-resorts/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/club-med-the-pioneer-of-the-all-inclusive-concept-announces-new-resorts/ Club Med, the pioneer of the all-inclusive concept, announced a variety of new developments including three forthcoming international resorts — the brand’s first resort in South Africa and the first Exclusive Collection (5-Star) resort in South America Sun, 29 Oct 2023 07:04:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-2024-opens-for-registration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-2024-opens-for-registration/ Registration for the 2024 edition of digital trade show OurAfrica.Travel, due to take place from 5 – 9 February 2024 is now open – kicking off the tourism show season in style, linking global buyers with properties and suppliers in Africa and Indian Ocean. Tue, 17 Oct 2023 06:32:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-teams-up-with-sunexpress-for-fleet-support-during-hig/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-teams-up-with-sunexpress-for-fleet-support-during-hig/ South African Airways (SAA) and SunExpress, have entered into a damp lease agreement that will allow SAA to operate a schedule utilising two SunExpress aircraft for a six-month period, commencing mid-October 2023. The first of the 2 aircraft was received yesterday. Mon, 16 Oct 2023 07:47:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/falko-delivers-two-embraer-e190-aircraft-to-airlink/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/falko-delivers-two-embraer-e190-aircraft-to-airlink/ Falko Regional Aircraft (Falko) has completed the delivery of two Embraer E190 aircraft on lease to South African carrier Airlink. Mon, 18 Sep 2023 06:40:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/the-durban-kwazulu-natal-convention-bureau-pioneering-tourism-development/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/the-durban-kwazulu-natal-convention-bureau-pioneering-tourism-development/ In the heart of South Africa’s stunning KwaZulu-Natal province lies Durban, a city blessed with breathtaking natural beauty, a rich cultural heritage, and a thriving economy. Durban’s allure as a tourist destination has been on the rise, thanks in no small part to the extraordinary work being done by the Durban KwaZulu-Natal Convention Bureau (DKNCB). This dynamic organization is at the forefront of promoting tourism development in the region, and their efforts have been nothing short of terrific and is why their nomination for Africa’s Leading Meeting’s & Conference Destination 2023 in the forthcoming Africa & Indian Ocean Ceremony of the World Travel Awards is so deserved. Sat, 09 Sep 2023 09:05:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pullman-hotels-resorts-debuts-in-south-africa-with-iconic-cape-town-city-ce/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pullman-hotels-resorts-debuts-in-south-africa-with-iconic-cape-town-city-ce/ Pullman Cape Town City Centre, the first property under the Pullman Hotels & Resorts brand in South Africa, has found residence in the prestigious Triangle House – an architecturally acclaimed skyscraper standing tall at 104 metres, a vantage point from which guests are treated to awe-inspiring vistas of Table Mountain, the Atlantic Ocean, and of Cape Town’s majestic cityscape. Fri, 08 Sep 2023 06:03:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fastjet-zimbabwe-increases-frequencies-from-bulawayo-and-johannesburg/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fastjet-zimbabwe-increases-frequencies-from-bulawayo-and-johannesburg/ Fastjet Zimbabwe has increased flight frequencies from Bulawayo’s JM Nkomo International Airport to Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport. Mon, 28 Aug 2023 06:27:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africas-iconic-four-seasons-hotel-the-westcliff-johannesburg-welcomes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africas-iconic-four-seasons-hotel-the-westcliff-johannesburg-welcomes/ Willem Du Toit joins the team at Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff with more than 25 years of experience gained in the luxury hospitality industry. Fri, 04 Aug 2023 06:29:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-gives-back-and-announces-2024-dates/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-gives-back-and-announces-2024-dates/ We are delighted to announce the 2024 dates for OurAfrica.Travel, the leading digital trade show for the African and Indian Ocean tourism industry as 5th -9th February 2024. Fri, 16 Jun 2023 05:31:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlink-partners-with-lufthansa-systems/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/airlink-partners-with-lufthansa-systems/ Lufthansa Systems has entered a new partnership with Airlink and its entry into a new market: Southern Africa. Tue, 06 Jun 2023 06:57:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/beyond-announces-refurbishment-of-well-loved-eco-lodge/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/beyond-announces-refurbishment-of-well-loved-eco-lodge/ Conservation-focused luxury travel company &Beyond has announced that one of its most iconic lodges, Phinda Forest Lodge, situated in &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa, is due to undergo an extensive rebuild. The property, which was lauded as one of the first true eco-lodges at the time of its construction, will be reimagined within the context of the contemporary luxury safari, while retaining subtle references to its original ‘Zulu-zen’ décor with a new elegant and minimalist interior design. Sat, 13 May 2023 07:02:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-newly-appointed-atta-ceo-jon-danks-and-atta-chair-nick-astlin-meet-with/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-newly-appointed-atta-ceo-jon-danks-and-atta-chair-nick-astlin-meet-with/ In a truly unique moment of collaboration, the newly appointed ATTA CEO Jon Danks and ATTA Chair Nick Aslin met with the Honourable Ministers for Tourism for Malawi, Zimbabwe and Zambia at the end of the second day of Indaba 2023, held in Durban, South Africa. Thu, 11 May 2023 15:43:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amadeus-signs-distribution-partnership-with-south-africa-based-lift/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/amadeus-signs-distribution-partnership-with-south-africa-based-lift/ Amadeus has signed a new global distribution agreement with South Africa-based Lift. Under the terms of the deal, travel sellers around the world will be able to offer travelers content from the carrier. Thu, 11 May 2023 08:21:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-plans-for-a-significant-expansion-of-its-fleet/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-plans-for-a-significant-expansion-of-its-fleet/ South African Airways (SAA) is pleased to announce that it has been given the green light for a significant expansion of its fleet to pave the way for the national carrier to relaunch international routes and increase seat capacity for its regional and domestic destinations. Sun, 07 May 2023 05:50:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sa-tourism-heads-to-dubai-to-showcase-mzansi-at-arabian-travel-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sa-tourism-heads-to-dubai-to-showcase-mzansi-at-arabian-travel-market/ As part of efforts to find strategic opportunities to fast-track the tourism sector’s recovery, South African Tourism (SA Tourism) announced that it will showcase at The Arabian Travel Market (ATM). Mon, 01 May 2023 07:09:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-kicked-the-2023-tourism-calendar-off-in-style/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-kicked-the-2023-tourism-calendar-off-in-style/ The highly anticipated fourth edition of OurAfrica.Travel, the leading digital trade show for the African and Indian Ocean tourism industry, which took place from February 20th to 24th, was a tremendous success, attracting 186 exhibitors and over 440 buyers and media from around the world. Fri, 21 Apr 2023 06:44:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-is-aware-of-the-planned-national-shutdown-protest/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-is-aware-of-the-planned-national-shutdown-protest/ South African Airways (SAA) is aware of the planned national shutdown protest action on 20 March 2023. Mon, 20 Mar 2023 07:45:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-and-oxford-economics-report-positive-recovery-signs-for-south-african/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-and-oxford-economics-report-positive-recovery-signs-for-south-african/ The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today (15/02/2023) revealed positive signs of recovery for the South African Travel & Tourism sector with travellers heading back to its major cities. Fri, 17 Feb 2023 07:17:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-announces-codeshare-partnership-with-south-african-airline/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-airways-announces-codeshare-partnership-with-south-african-airline/ British Airways has announced a codeshare partnership with Airlink, improving connectivity between the UK, Europe, North America and more than 15 destinations in Southern Africa. Sun, 12 Feb 2023 09:04:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-returns-20-24-february/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-returns-20-24-february/ Now in its 4th year this virtual B2B tradeshow provides a platform for those selling the African and Indian Ocean Islands, to connect, collaborate and plan for the year ahead from the convenience of your home or office. Thu, 02 Feb 2023 08:27:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oneonly-cape-town-unveils-newly-refurbished-signature-suites/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/oneonly-cape-town-unveils-newly-refurbished-signature-suites/ Located atop the One&Only Cape Town’s famous Marina Rise, the Table Mountain and Presidential Signature Suites embody luxury living. Offering world-class facilities and amenities, the signature suites are designed to anticipate anything one may need with a feeling of ease and a front-row seat at one of the best addresses in the country. Sat, 28 Jan 2023 07:49:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-2023-opens-for-registration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ourafrica.travel-2023-opens-for-registration/ The fourth OurAfrica.Travel virtual trade show will run from 20 – 24 February 2023 – offering an affordable, trusted, accessible and inclusive opportunity for the African & Indian Ocean Islands travel trade to connect with global buyers. Thu, 24 Nov 2022 08:52:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/table-mountain-snatches-africas-leading-tourist-attraction-award/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/table-mountain-snatches-africas-leading-tourist-attraction-award/ Table Mountain has officially earned yet another international award – ‘Africa’s Leading Tourist Attraction 2022’ – for the fourth year in a row at last weekend’s World Travel Awards held in Kenya. Mon, 17 Oct 2022 06:44:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubais-emirates-to-ramp-up-operations-to-south-africa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/dubais-emirates-to-ramp-up-operations-to-south-africa/ Dubai’s Emirates to ramp up operations to South Africa The airline will increase its operations on the Dubai-Johannesburg route with three daily flights, starting March 1, 2023 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 12:34:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africas-hazendal-wine-estate-to-open-luxury-hotel-in-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africas-hazendal-wine-estate-to-open-luxury-hotel-in-2023/ South Africa’s Hazendal Wine Estate is set to open a hotel in 2023. Set alongside the 18-hole golf course and overlooking a reservoir and the Bottelary Hills, the Hazendal Hotel will enhance guest experiences at the wine estate. Sat, 03 Sep 2022 09:44:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-tourists-are-back-in-numbers/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-tourists-are-back-in-numbers/ Minister of Tourism, Lindiwe Sisulu, told the media that “the South African tourism sector is poised for a tremendous bounce back and positive growth after from the the first half of the year (2022) show a staggering 147% in arrivals reaching an impressive 2,285,746.” Sat, 03 Sep 2022 07:10:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-celebrates-womens-month-with-all-female-crew/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-celebrates-womens-month-with-all-female-crew/ In continuation of its celebration of Women’s month South African Airways (SAA) passengers are in for a treat on Tuesday the 30th of August as the carrier’s early morning flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town (SA 317), and the departure out Cape Town (SA332) will have an all-female crew. Sat, 27 Aug 2022 07:49:26 +0000