Three South African Destinations Ranked Among Top 100 Most Loved in the World
South Africa’s tourism industry has received a boost as three of its towns made it to the world’s top 100 most loved destinations, according to the Tourism Sentiment Index (TSI) for 2022. The winning destination trio includes Cape Town, Stellenbosch, and Hermanus, all located in the Western Cape province of South Africa. South Africa’s Tourism […]
Tourists Travelling Back to South Africa’s Biggest Cities Says WTTC
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed positive signs of recovery for the South African Travel & Tourism sector with travellers heading back to its major cities. The report, researched in partnership with Oxford Economics, analysed key indicators such as Travel & Tourism’s direct contribution to GDP, employment and traveller spending. The results […]
Tourists Travelling Back to North Africa’s Biggest Cities Says WTTC
London, UK: The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed positive signs of recovery for the Travel & Tourism sector in key North African city destinations, providing a massive boost to economies across the region. The report, researched in partnership with Oxford Economics, analyzed key indicators such as Travel & Tourism’s contribution to GDP, employment […]
South Africa witnesses over 200% surge in Indian travelers led by its recovery efforts
Participates at SATTE 2023 followed by multi-city roadshows in Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Mumbai Aims to build on leisure travel momentum and increase MICE footfalls by 35% in 2023 Mumbai: South African Tourism concluded another highly successful association with South Asia’s leading travel show, SATTE 2023 for the third consecutive year. The tourism board showcased destination […]
South Africa Tourism invests in the continent’s business events sector
Excitement is building up as the global business events industry is counting down to the 2023 edition of Meetings Africa. This year, more excitement surrounds the show, as it comes with double benefits… the conference and meetings industry will reap rewards not only from Meetings Africa but also from the International Association of Convention Centres […]
Mauritius meets Million Milestone
Mauritius recorded more than a million bookings from 1st January 2022 to 1st January 2023. This achievement is a testament to the joint marketing initiative spearheaded by the Deputy Prime Minister, Hon. Louis Steven Obeegadoo, MTPA, and the private sector. Mauritius remains resilient and top of the mind of travelers. Tourism typically accounts for nearly […]
Morocco to impose an entry ban on travelers from China starting Jan. 3
Morocco’s Foreign Ministry said on Saturday (Dec 30) to impose an entry ban on travelers from China starting Jan. 3 citing recent reports of a covid surge in china. “The Moroccan Authorities decided to prohibit access to the territory of the Kingdom of Morocco to all travelers, regardless of their nationality, coming from the People’s […]
South African Airways marked its relaunch to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe
Johannesburg – South African Airways (SAA) marked its relaunch to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe on 14th December 2022. The airline first commenced services to Victoria Falls in the year 2000 and returning to this route, the seventh wonder of the world was met with much excitement, celebration and ceremonial gesticulation by the community, stakeholders as well as […]
Kenya Airways Mombasa-Dubai Flight Launched
Kenya: Cabinet Secretary (CS), Hon. Peninah Malonza, attended the launch of the inaugural Kenya Airways flight from the Kenyan coastal city of Mombasa to Dubai, at the Moi International Airport Mombasa, yesterday (Dec 15). The event was graced by H.E the Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua. Kenya Airways will fly 4 times weekly with each flight […]
South African Tourism’s 2022 performance and 2023 plans by Ms. Neliswa Nkani
Ms. Neliswa Nkani, Hub Head – MEISEA, South African Tourism talked about achievements in 2022 – how the tourism board successfully surpassed their annual target of attracting 33,910 Indian arrivals to South Africa. She also elaborated on Tourism Board’s plans and expectations for the new year. Quote on how 2022 was for South African Tourism “We are extremely delighted and […]
