Cape Town News
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.”
Cape Town to host 8th Africa Fintech Summit
Leading innovators, investors, and policymakers from around the world will gather at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, South Africa, for the 8th edition of the Africa Fintech Summit in November 2022.
United Applies to Launch Historic, First-Ever Nonstop Service between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town
United Applies to Launch Historic, First-Ever Nonstop Service between Washington, D.C. and Cape Town.
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.
TAP Air Portugal to launch Cape Town route in November
Officials in Cape Town have welcomed the imminent addition of a TAP Air Portugal route to the city. The direct seasonal Lisbon to Cape Town service will operate three days a week and is scheduled to commence on November 11th.
Virgin Atlantic adds Cape Town to winter schedule
Sunseekers can next winter head down to South Africa on Virgin Atlantic’s new, daily seasonal service flying between London Heathrow and Cape Town.
Seven-bedroom Labotessa to open in Cape Town, South Africa
Labotessa will open in Cape Town, South Africa this month. Originally built in the early 1700s, the congressional church has been turned into a seven-room hotel property.
Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof signed for 2021 debut
Hilton has signed a deal with Growthpoint Properties to open a hotel under its lifestyle Canopy by Hilton brand. The 150 guestroom Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof is expected to begin welcoming guests in 2021 and will be the brand’s debut property in Africa.
United Airlines to launch Newark-Cape Town connection in December
United Airlines will launch a non-stop route between the United States and South Africa in December, with plans for a flight between Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey and Cape Town.
St Helena Tourism welcomes new flights from Cape Town
St Helena Tourism has confirmed that a second-weekly flight to the south Atlantic island, operating through the peak summer season, will operate from Cape Town.
Jean-Pierre Smith, mayoral committee member, safety and security, Cape Town
Jean-Pierre Smith, mayoral committee member for safety and security in Cape Town, speaks to Breaking Travel News as he steps off stage with the trophy for World’s Leading Festival & Event Destination at the World Travel Awards Grand Final 2018.
Leigh Dawber, executive manager, marketing, Cape Town Tourism
Leigh Dawber, executive manager of marketing at Cape Town Tourism, tells Breaking Travel News how it feels to have won the title of Africa’s Leading Festival & Event Destination at the World Travel Awards.