SECURA TRAVELLER LAUNCHES TOOLKIT FOR THE TOURISM INDUSTRY
JOHANNESBURG, 23 NOVEMBER 2023 – SECURA Traveller, a pioneering national initiative for the tourism industry, has announced the launch of a comprehensive toolkit for marketing and promoting the SECURA Traveller App. This toolkit has been created to assist the industry with effectively communicating the app’s benefits, which offers travellers “peace of mind in your pocket”, […]
10 years of Southern Africa’s Transfrontier Conservation Areas celebrated in Maputo this week
The annual meeting of the SADC TFCAs Network will be held in Maputo from 14 to 16 November 2023. MAPUTO, 13 NOVEMBER 2023 – Southern Africa’s Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCAs) and the progress made in advancing conservation regionally will come under the spotlight during the 10th annual meeting of the SADC TFCAs Network hosted by […]
FEDHASA UNVEILS ITS HOSPITALITY AWARDS
CAPE TOWN – 25 October 2023: The Federated Hospitality Association of South Africa (FEDHASA) has announced its inaugural Hospitality Awards, set to take place on the 25th of January 2024. The awards recognise the achievements and contributions of businesses and individuals to the hospitality landscape across several categories of excellence, including leadership, operations, sustainability, customer […]
HOT COMPETITION FOR 2023 MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR AWARDS
JOHANNESBURG, 19 OCTOBER 2023 – South Africa’s top vehicle manufacturers, as rated by the country’s vehicle rental and leasing companies, were honoured at this year’s SAVRALA Manufacturer of the Year (MOTY) awards, which were announced at a gala ceremony in Johannesburg today. The 28th edition of the MOTY awards, organised by the Southern African Vehicle […]
MORE Family Collection welcomes Navarre Residence as it repositions its exclusive-use property collection in the Cape Winelands
Navarre Residence in the Cape Winelands joins MORE Family Collection Residences, a selection of exclusive-use properties in sought after locations in South Africa. JOHANNESBURG, 19 October 2023 – MORE Family Collection welcomes Navarre Residence as it repositions its exclusive-use property collection in the Cape Winelands The Cape Winelands in South Africa attracts visitors with picturesque […]
BRICS Sets New Standards in Job Growth, Visa Accessibility, and Air Travel
The expanding BRICS family set to revolutionise the travel & hospitality industry through job creation, visa streamlining, and improved air connectivity. Johannesburg, 20 September 2023 – South Africa’s travel & hospitality sectors are set to benefit from fast-tracked job creation, streamlined visa processes, and improved air connectivity if the BRICS bloc expands as intended next […]
Oceania Cruises Appoints Jason Worth Vice President, International Sales
Oceania Cruises, the world’s leading culinary- and destination-focused cruise line, has appointed Jason Worth to the newly created role of Vice President, International Sales. Worth, currently Vice President, Sales & General Manager, Asia Pacific, will assume the role with immediate effect and report to Nikki F. Upshaw, Senior Vice President, Global Sales. Worth has held […]
ASATA unveils how to spot and avoid travel scams
JOHANNESBURG – In recent weeks, the travel industry has unexpectedly found itself in the spotlight, and not always for the right reasons. Unfortunately, fraud exists in all industries and sectors, and the travel world isn’t immune. However, knowing where to place trust can significantly mitigate risks. Otto de Vries, CEO of the Association of Southern […]
PRIORITY ESCAPES SITUATION EMPHASISES THE NEED FOR TRUSTED TRAVEL PARTNERSHIPS
JOHANNESBURG, 14 AUGUST 2023 – The recent news regarding Priority Escapes has drawn attention to the importance of selecting reliable travel agencies. In the midst of this development, the Association of Southern African Travel Agents (ASATA) points out that Priority Escapes wasn’t among their members, underlining the value of associating with ASATA-accredited travel agencies. Although […]
SAVRALA URGES SWIFT RESOLUTION AMIDST DISRUPTIONS CAUSED BY TAXI STRIKE IN CAPE TOWN
JOHANNESBURG, 8 August 2023: As the on-going taxi strike continues to disrupt travel in Cape Town, the Southern African Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (SAVRALA) emphasizes the need for a swift and effective resolution. Whilst there seems to be calm in previous hotspot areas, the prolonged strike action threatens Cape Town’s reputation as world-class city as well […]
