South Africa Tourism News Page 16
The Sardines Have Landed on the South Coast Kwazulu Natal
Ugu – South Coast Tourism CEO, Michael Bertram stated that “The sardines shoal closely together minimizing their chances of being taken by predators.
World Green Tourism conference Abu Dhabi hears how South Africa averted mass tourism pitfalls
The Middle East can learn valuable lessons from South Africa to help avoid mass tourism pitfalls en route to economic growth as a responsible tourism destination, an industry expert says.
WAYN signs 3 year advertising contract with South African Tourism
WAYN, the largest travel and lifestyle dedicated social platform in the world has announced the signing of a three year, multi-million dollar advertising deal with South African Tourism.
BTN Focus: Paul Gardiner, Mantis Collection
The Mantis Group specializes in boutique luxury that aims to conserve a vanishing way of life - a winning formula that is now seeing the South Africa brand expand globally. BTN talks to Paul Gardiner, International Marketing Director, about this expansion into new markets and his view of how hospitality is evolving.
South Africa rides World Cup wave one year on
One year after hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup, South Africa continues to celebrate the lasting legacy of one of the most successful World Cup events in history. South Africa was last year recognised as having Africa’s Leading Tourist Board by the prestigious World Travel Awards.
South African Tourism CEO visits Nigeria
South Africa Tourism (SAT) Chief Executive Officer, Ms Thandiwe January-McLean will be visiting Nigeria for the first time in her capacity as CEO of the national tourism agency responsible for the marketing of South Africa as a preferred tourist destination.
South African Tourism selects Coyne PR
South African Tourism has confirmed Coyne PR will act as its new public relations agency of record. The organisation may have a hard act to follow, however, with SAT already recognised as Africa’s Leading Tourist Board by the prestigious World Travel Awards.
Indaba 2011: New Durban to London direct service
Travel and tourism between London and Durban has received a shot in the arm with news of a new direct flight between the two cities, unveiled at Tourism Indaba today. The Comair direct fly will run between London Gatwick and King Shaka International Airport, Durban.
IATA praises tourism policy in South Africa
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) praised South Africa for its strategic focus on tourism as a key driver in the nation’s New Growth Path plan. IATA urged the government to use joined-up policy thinking and take key measures to bolster its air transport sector to achieve the 235,000 new tourism jobs that the government is targeting by 2020.
Indaba 2011 preview: Phantom Forest Eco Reserve
The Phantom Forest Eco Reserve, on the southern Cape coast of South Africa, lies at the heart of the magnificent Garden Route. It possesses a very special magic, with endless views, shared only with an abundance of wildlife. BTN speaks to Managing Director, Kit Stewart, about why it was voted “Africa’s Leading Green Hotel” at the World Travel Awards.
South Africa aims to double foreign tourists
South Africa has set its sights on doubling the number of foreign tourists to 15 million per annum by targeting markets unlocked by the 2010 Fifa World Cup.
South Africa honeymoon murder “no impact” on tourism
The murder of British honeymooner Anni Dewani in Cape Town last November has not had a negative impact on South Africa’s tourism market. Tourism Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk said that as “tragic as it was, it didn’t have any impact on the tourism market”.