By Marc Wachsberger, CEO of The Capital Hotels, Apartments & Resorts, with contributions from inDrive and Batsumi.From Venice to New York, global cities are struggling under the weight of their own popularity. Overtourism has become
By Dr. Alex Malapane, PhDAs South Africa ushers in Tourism Month, it is important to reflect not just on the beauty of our landscapes or the richness of our heritage, but on the undeniable economic
South Africa’s luxury tourism sector holds the key to unlocking unprecedented economic growth, global prestige, and job creation, argues Roxy Robinson, Founder and Director of Roxstar Global Consulting, and Roxstar Luxury Travel.“Luxury inbound tourism is
Lee-Anne Bac, Advisory Partner, BDO South AfricaGovernment’s decision to streamline and reduce bureaucratic delays to process and issue tourist visas is a positive development that will help boost recovery and growth of the tourism and
In our fast-paced world, filled with constant travel and hectic schedules, we often overlook the hidden gems and unique experiences right in our own cities. The reality is, we don’t have to look or travel
As the lines between business and leisure blur, the travel sector is adapting to meet the expectations of a new generation of travellers. The growing emphasis on convenience, luxury, and cultural immersion is transforming transit
With summer holidays on the horizon, South Africa’s hospitality industry is gearing up for the influx of both international and local travellers. As visitors from Europe, the USA, China, and across Africa prepare to descend
Knowing where travellers come from is key to meeting their wants and needs By Rachel Irvine, CEO, Irvine Partners We live in an age of hyper-personalisation. Every ad you see online, every show you watch, and every
Tourism is at a crossroads: it can either lead the charge in climate action or become a casualty of its own environmental footprint. Because the industry is heavily reliant on natural beauty and cultural heritage,
South Africa celebrates Tourism Month annually in September to promote domestic travel, showcase the country’s diverse tourism offerings, and highlight the sector’s significant contribution to the South African economy. This year, it is celebrated under
