2 MAY 2019 DAILY NEWS

WELCOME TO AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDABA!

frica’s Travel Indaba opens its “As you will observe at Africa’s Travel continent’s tourism narrative with their avenues to prosperity for all concerned.” doors wide to welcome visitors, Indaba 2019, our continent overflows game-changing ideas. You can find many KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Economic exhibitors, delegates and with a wealth of untapped and under- of them in our Hidden Gems pavilion Development, Tourism and Environmental high-quality buyers from the exposed tourism experiences just waiting and Sustainability Village – prepare to be Affairs, Mr Sihle Zikalala says the AAfrican continent and across the world. to be snapped up and packaged. The comprehensively impressed. Equally, our continental premier tourism and travel The global travel industry has grown tourism opportunities are as vast as Lap of Luxury pavilion will dazzle you with show has become a pilgrimage for many in leaps and bounds, with international the wide-open African savannah and as its array of high-end five-star products. stakeholders in the tourism industry tourist arrivals reaching 1.4 billion two distinctive as the sunsets that adorn our “As global travellers seek out authentic inclusive of exhibitors, travel agents, tour years ahead of forecasts in 2018. African skies at night,” says SA Tourism Acting immersive experiences that leave them operators, airline representatives. “This is travel grew by 7%, above the world’s CEO, Sthembiso Dlamini. “In particular, with indelible memories of extraordinary because it serves as a platform to sample average of 3.7%, confirming that the we invite you to explore and engage with encounters, we look forward to sharing various tourism products that this region sector is one of the most powerful drivers some of our innovative small businesses with you the African travel stories that will and the Province of KwaZulu-Natal could of economic growth and development. that are re-shaping and re-inventing our ignite the imagination and open up new offer to the world,” he adds. He explains that it was government’s goal for KwaZulu- Natal and the coastal City of Durban to become the permanent seat for Africa’s Travel Indaba. “It is therefore crucial that African states work closely in consolidating

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Providing exceptional customer service AFRICA’S TRAVEL remains the heartbeat of the Durban ICC and we strive to ensure that every delegate who walks through our five- INDABA SCHEDULE star facility has a memorable experience. Our aim is to ensure that our clients are THURSDAY, 2 MAY 2019 satisfied with our service and go home with a great story to tell about our beautiful city. TIME EVENT VENUE

Speed Marketing - Rural and 08h30 - 10h00 Scenic Vibe Meeting Room 22, ICC and strengthening Indaba as their their many extraordinary offerings. proud avenue to host the world and As South Africa celebrates 25 be able to market their diverse tourism years of democracy, Africa’s Travel 09h00 - 10h00 INDABA 2019 Official Opening South Foyer, ICC products and to attract investments Indaba joins the festivities. This essential in repelling poverty and significant moment would not have 10h00 - 12h00 Minister’s Walk-About (Morning) DEC & Walnut Road other socio-economic challenges.” been achieved without the help of “Our international delegates who the rest of the continent, and at this Business Conversation Stream will descend on Durban for Africa’s Indaba, let us use the opportunity to 12h00 - 13h00 1: Conservation Lab: Animal South Foyer, ICC Travel Indaba can look forward to the revel in the many things the continent Interactions Durban ICC’s unique brand of world- of Africa has achieved to date. Business Conversation Stream class service and a uniquely warm and The schedule at the 2019 show 12h00 - 13h00 2: Africa gearing up for new ICC Hall 6 authentic African experience,” says is jam-packed with networking opportunities Inkosi Albert Luthuku International opportunities, the ever-popular Convention Centre Chief Executive speed marketing sessions, the much- 13h00 - 14h00 Lunch Designated Venues Officer Lindiwe Rakharebe. “Providing anticipated opening ceremony and exceptional customer service remains the subsequent walkabout with the Media Conference 1 - National the heartbeat of the Durban ICC South African Minister of Tourism. 14h00 - 15h00 Tourism Visitor Information South Foyer, ICC and we strive to ensure that every Enlightening business talks, press System Launch delegate who walks through our conferences and activations are also on Business Conversation Stream 1: five-star facility has a memorable the programme. For example, SATSA’s 15h00 - 16h00 North America: Markets beyond South Foyer, ICC African borders experience. Our aim is to ensure Animal Interactions Project will be that our clients are satisfied with our unpacked in today’s Conservation Lab: 15h00 - 16h00 Business Conversation Stream 2: ICC Hall 6 service and go home with a great Animal Interactions, while later on; Thebe Treks Through Africa story to tell about our beautiful city.” speakers will explore North America: Rakharebe adds that delegates Markets beyond African Borders. Other 16h00 - 17h00 Media Conference 2 - SAA CEO Media Centre visiting the centre will also get to conference streams include Thebe briefing on latest developments experience its superb standards of Treks Through Africa with Africa Brand culinary excellence and hospitality. Specialist Thebe Ikalafeng, and Africa 16h30 - 17h30 Minister’s Walk-About (Afternoon) ICC A staple on the local and Gearing Up For New Opportunities international business-events calendar, with Euromonitor’s Christelle Chokossa. Africa’s Travel Indaba has cemented Also of note are the launch of the Official Welcome 18h00 - 22h00 Networking Event The Globe, Suncoast its position as the world’s leading Imvelo Awards, a South African Airways tourism trade show organised by briefing on latest developments, and Florida Road City Africans and for Africans to showcase the launch of a new tech initiative. 18h00 - 00h00 Immersion Experience Florida Road

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GREEN STAND AWARDS MARRIOTT LAUNCHED TO OPEN 200 HOTELS IN AFRICA BY 2023 or the first time ever, Africa’s to submit a written motivation Travel Indaba will introduce explaining why their stand is green. the Green Stand Awards. The assessment includes These awards pay tribute demonstrating knowledge about the arriott International has Hotel property in Dar es Salaam. Fto exhibitors who go that extra greening principles and the practical signed three new deals across “This region continues to present us “green” mile to build and design implementation thereof. The panel North and West Africa. This with opportunities to further grow and stands that are environmentally of judges include professionals includes its first ever property enhance our portfolio across new and and socially sustainable. with event greening experience Min Liberia, and new hotels in Ghana and established markets,” said Jerome Briet, Africa’s Travel Indaba recognises and independent moderators. Morocco, testament to its commitment to Chief Development Officer, Middle East the importance of high value-low The Event Greening Forum boost its presence on the continent. This and Africa at Marriott International. “While impact tourism, which ties into Chairperson, Greg McManus, says, brings the tally of properties in Africa to the majority of our growth will be through South African Tourism’s promotion “We have been honoured to fulfil a total of 200 hotels by the end of 2023, new-builds, we are seeing an increasing of responsible tourism. an advisory role for Meetings Africa according to senior officials. The new deals number of conversion opportunities, SA Tourism has pioneered event over the years. The South African are for The St Regis Marrakech Resort in especially in the luxury space.” sustainability since 2011, through Tourism team have always been very Morocco, the Residence Inn by Marriott Find Marriott International on the the South Africa National Convention receptive to our recommendations Accra Kotoka Airport in Ghana, and the Four show floor at stand ICC1607. Bureau business events show, and to adopting new initiatives, Points by Sheraton Monrovia in Liberia. Meetings Africa. The awards have which they have done with great According to the 11th annual African been implemented with great success results. We are looking forward Hotel Chain Development Pipeline survey at Meetings Africa in recent years and to continuing this partnership and by W Hospitality Group, Marriott has bringing it to Africa’s Travel Indaba success with Africa’s Travel Indaba.” opened almost 100 hotels on the continent will start the conversation with in 2017/18, with a total of 16 000 rooms. exhibitors to consider responsible The company will open 19 hotels across tourism as a part of their offerings. the Middle East and Africa region in 2019 The stands are judged against DON’T MISS IT! alone, adding over 3 000 rooms to the the Event Greening Forum (EGF) group’s portfolio. Other hotels include two award criteria including design, The Green Stand Awards recent Four Points by Sheraton openings materials, operations, transport, take place at 15h00 on in Sharjah and Setif (Algeria), a Residence communication, beyond green and Friday, 3 May 2019. Inn property in Algiers, a Protea Hotel in innovation. Exhibitors also have Kampala (Uganda), and the first Elements

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CAPE TO NAMIBIA ROUTE KALAHARI RED DUNE ROUTE KAROO OASIS ROUTE RICHTERSVELD ROUTE The route meanders away from the N7 and include small Discover the essence of the province in the heart of The route traverse through the towns of the Northern The Richtersveld is South Africa’s only mountain desert towns such as Garies, Kamieskroon, Springbok, Okiep, the Kalahari. Golden dunes, wide-open skies and flat- Cape along the N12 including Warrenton, Kimberley, and the route travels along rugged gravel roads to Steinkopf and Vioolsdrift. Each with its own local flavour topped acacia trees epitomise the Kalahari Red Dune Hopetown, Britstown and Victoria West. It is a perfect quaint towns such as Eksteensfontein, Sendelingsdrift, and a story to tell. The N7 highway stretches from Cape Route. Stretching from Upington right to the Namibian stopover for travellers between Johannesburg and Cape Lekkersing, Kuboes and Sandrift. The more challenging Town all the way through the Northern Cape before border, visitors traverse the villages of Ashkam, Groot Town. Guests can stop at various towns for an exciting 4x4 routes in the /Ai/Ais-Richtersveld Transfrontier heading into neighboring country Namibia. Crossing and Klein Mier and Rietfontein. Adventure-loving number of leisure activities and accommodation Park or in the Richtersveld World Heritage Area are from the Western Cape into the Northern Cape, visitors families and adrenaline seekers can enjoy dune hikes at facilities. There are a variety of food stalls that travellers best explored in a well-equipped SUV or bakkie. Pack will encounter towns which capture the Nama heritage dawn, eagle- owl encounters, sand duning and surfing can enjoy and stock up on, such as home-made rusks, comfortable hiking boots, extra water and guidebooks of the province. Slow down and appreciate the unique in the red sand, close encounters with meerkats and ginger beer to quench your thirst and a taste of local and set out along the 600 km Namaqua Eco 4x4 Route. stories of the people of the Northern Cape. During spring guided walks with the !Khomani San to rediscover the food. Experiences includes Anglo-Boer War Blockhouses, The Orange River presents a more leisurely pace with time, this route takes visitors into the core of the floral ancient wisdom, customs and folklore of this ancient Historical Walks, Dronfield Nature Reserve, Ghost river rafting and the best wilderness fly-fishing in South kaleidoscope that is the Namakwa floral season. tribe. Trail Tour, McGregor Museum, Sol Plaatje Museum, Africa, while the entire Richtersveld is a mountain biker’s Contact: +27 (0) 53 833 1434 Contact: +27 (0)82 492 3469 Galeshewe Township tour, The Big Hole and a Tram dream. 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Visitors will be and Victoria West and forms the heart of the Great NAMAQUA COASTAL ROUTE QUIVER TREE ROUTE drawn to fascinating historical and geological sites in Karoo. Enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the Karoo with The route includes hidden gems like Garies, Named after the indigenous quiver tree, the Kokerboom and around towns such as Postmasburg, Griquatown, its wide open plains dotted with koppies (hills). Kamieskroon, Hondeklip Bay, Koiingnaas and Kleinzee. Food and Wine Route stretches along the Gariep and Campbell, Olifantshoek, Dibeng, Kathu, Danielskuil The area was named by the Khoi and San people, Dozens of adventure and leisure options are available, includes towns like Upington, Kakamas, Keimoes, and Kuruman. Wonderwerk Caves between Kuruman who left their legacy as art on the rocks. Explore many including the Namaqua National Park, nature reserves, Augrabies, Marchand, Kanoneiland, Kenhardt and and Danielskuil. The Khoisan history in Wildebeest Kuil unique experiences such as stargazing at the world’s hidden coastal hamlets and some of the most remote Riemvasmaak. The route will appeal to families as well near Barkly West. Kuruman Eye in Kuruman is a natural largest astronomical observatory at Sutherland, the SKA hiking and 4x4 trails imaginable. Go succulent sleuthing as adventure and adrenaline seekers. Highlights include spring delivering about 20-million litres of clean, clear radio telescopes in Carnarvon, Karoo architecture and with a botanical guide, hike the Springbok Klipkoppie Augrabies Falls, Riemvasmaak hot springs, river rafting, water daily to Kuruman. 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Live for the moments Contact: +27 (0)83 274 5461 email: [email protected] Contact: +27 (0)84 244 4408 [email protected] [email protected] youcanput into 't Words For more information do visit stand DEC1B03 www.experiencenortherncape.com or Feel the thrill of game sightings, smell the new dawn, be part of wild Africa ... email to [email protected] The accommodation is clean and comfortable; the experiences vivid. Treat yourself to a wild experience in a KZN bushveld game reserve, only a few hours drive from Durban or Johannesburg.

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STREET ARTISTS EVER-POPULAR CELEBRATED WITH SPEED MARKETING WALL MURAL SESSIONS ARE BACK

outh African Tourism has says Samora Chapman, one of the artists. ne of the most popular fixtures partnered with acclaimed Durban “Africa has a rich vibrant history of of Africa’s Travel Indaba Rural and Scenic Speed artists to paint a 22m wall mural story-telling and culture narration. The are the Speed Marketing Marketing Session: inside the Inkosi Albert Luthuli 2019 Africa’s Travel Indaba presents Sessions. Held across all • Budzatja Safari & Tours SInternational Convention Centre (Durban an opportunity for us to tell the world Othree days, exhibitors have five minutes to • Camping Khapela ICC). The unveiling takes place today, 2 of Africa’s successes,” Dlamini says. pitch their service offerings to a room of • Chokka Trail and Baviaans Camino May, at 10 am on the elevator leading potential buyers. The sessions take place • Diamond Castle Route to the mural, and at the mural itself. at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International • Evo Trak Qaud Safari This project is part of a legacy initiative Convention Centre (ICC) from the 2nd • Khamkirri of SA Tourism. “We know that travellers to 4th May 2019. They are scheduled to • Kone Village Boutique Lodge from all over the world are keen to learn start at 08:30am and end at 10:00am. • Kwa Maselwane Shisanyama about the history and culture of any These fast-paced sessions are • Le Teranga destination they visit. This wall mural is instrumental in fostering relationships • Leisure Holidays the creative expression of our culture between company owners, as • Lengau Travel and Tours and beautiful landscapes. It is also a exhibitors showcase their offerings • Leratong Tourism celebration of South Africa’s talent,” says to around 200 buyers. This year a • Maboe Tours and Safari Sthembiso Dlamini Acting Chief Executive wide selection of products is on offer • Richtersveld Route and Nama Officer at South African Tourism. under the following themes: Cultural Heritage Site The wall mural is a representation of • Rural and Scenic • Traditional African Homestays KwaZulu-Natal’s lifestyle, showcasing • Urban and Luxury Vibe • Uncuthu Tours the culture in the region, from the world • Safari, Camping and Adventure • Inkosi Tours and Transfers famous beaches to showcasing landmarks • Midvaal Treetop Adventures that have played a part in promoting Local comedian Donovan Goliath will play • Inkhosi Tours & Transfers the region. The artists painting the the role of MC and entertainer during these • La Teranga Accommodation mural are Samora Chapman, Fiya One, sessions. Returning by popular demand, & Conference Group Mook Lion and Sphephelo Mnguni. Donovan will keep buyers and exhibitors • Midvaal Treetop Adventures “We want to tell this story through the engaged through his light-hearted South • Vinkies Tours mural and giving life to a place that we love,” African stories and lovable brand of comedy. Mook Lion

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TOURISM CAN MAKE A LASTING IMPACT ON AFRICA’S ECONOMY What is the tourism sector’s impact, in real terms? Natasha Skoryk finds out from Siyabulela Nyikana, Lecturer in the University of Johannesburg’s School of Tourism and Hospitality Management.

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THE HARD FACTS the matter is quite complicated. “Given the withstand challenging economic times transport network is underdeveloped. According to the World Travel and varied tourism experiences found across in a way that other industries cannot. A key area also is service.” These sorts Tourism Council’s 2018 report, the different parts of the continent, and the “People tend to travel even in difficult of problems are less pronounced in tourism sector accounts for 10.4% of economic growth caused by aggressive times for different reasons,” notes Mr major cities. Intensive destination global GDP. It provides 313 million jobs tourism development by many African Nyikana. “It is just a matter of ensuring marketing also allows for certain across the world, which equals 9.9% of governments, the number of people that the correct focus from a planning areas to be seen as more desirable. total employment figures globally. Clearly visit countries like South Africa, Kenya, perspective. For example, in times of off- the sector is massive – but what’s the Morocco, Botswana, Tunisia, etc. has peak tourism for international visitation, RESEARCH IS KEY impact on Africa specifically? The report continued to grow steadily. However, what do we do to facilitate more domestic Business tourism in Africa has two found that the tourism sector generated because the different countries experience tourism? Or how do we ensure that major components. While official stats 9 297 000 jobs in 2017 (which is 2.6% different growth rates, it becomes during those quieter times we look at focus on the formal, we often neglect of total employment on the continent). important to look at individual or regional hosting festivals and events that bring to discuss informal business tourists This is below the international figures. geographic spaces when trying to unpack people – even if it is for a short stay.” (such as cross-border shoppers and Fortunately, the sector has projected the impacts therefrom. For example, South traders in major inner cities, most exponential growth in the coming decade. Africa, Morocco and Rwanda are seen as BIG CITY FOCUS especially Johannesburg). Both have leaders in Africa in terms of MICE tourism. Business tourism is making most of its a positive impact on the economy. GROWTH FORECAST This has resulted in these countries impact on major metropolises. In South To really move forward with the “There is definitely evidence to suggest focusing on being event-driven economies.” Africa, it is concentrated in Cape Town, sector, we have to understand how the that South Africa’s tourism industry is on Pretoria and Johannesburg. Elsewhere African tourism economy differs from an upward trajectory. This is shown by the THE ROLE OF MICE on the continent, Gaborone, Kampala, researched, developed models. “A big part constant focus on the industry amongst In short, South Africa’s tourism growth Lusaka and Nairobi are drawing in large of understanding the impact that tourism government plans (constantly mentioned is largely centred on MICE. While this numbers of business tourists. This may has had on the continent is focused as a pillar from where to develop the is comforting for those of us in the be due to the infrastructural issues research, which would bring to light economy), in particular being looked at business-events industry, it is a concern identified by Mr Nyikana. “Lack of some of the similarities and differences, as an industry that can drive employment given how little scholarship exists infrastructure is a major challenge for without making assumptions that are creation for many of South Africa’s on the topic. One of the reasons for tourism in Africa. For example, it is difficult driven by Western narratives of what the unemployed youths,” Mr Nyikana says. But focusing on growing tourism is that it can to travel to certain places because the impact ‘should’ be,” says Mr Nyikana. Travel extraordinary Discover our BIG 5 Image courtesy andBeyond courtesy Image Image courtesy andBeyond courtesy Image 46534

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BRINGING OUR

HERITAGE INTO AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP FORUM THE FUTURE HEADS TO DURBAN

r Esther Mahlangu (born 11 November 1935) is a South he 2019 Africa Tourism Leadership private sector executives including African artist from the Ndebele Forum (ATLF) will be hosted by representatives of UNWTO, global hotel nation. She is known for her Durban KwaZulu-Natal Convention brands, travel management companies, Dbold, large-scale contemporary paintings Bureau from 29-30 August this associations, airline executives, tour that reference her Ndebele heritage. Tyear. It is convened by African Tourism operators, researchers and more. Mama Mahlangu was the first person Partners with the support of its key strategic Dialogues are centred around the future to transfer the traditional Ndebele style partners including BDO South Africa, of visa openness and air connectivity, of mural painting to canvas. She painted NEPAD, Africa Travel Associations (ATA) and the impact of MICE tourism on national her geometric patterns on a BMW 5251 Voyages Afriq. The theme, Stimulating Intra- economies, harnessing the multi-level in 1991, becoming the twelfth artist and Africa Travel Through Thought Leadership, Chinese outbound market, disruptive tech first woman to take part in the BMW will allow stakeholders throughout the innovations, and tourism infrastructure, Art Car project. She has been honored continent to bring exceptional industry among many other topics. The concurrent with a mural commemorating her bold developments and inspiring stories to Africa Tourism Leadership Awards recognises and bright work in New York City. She the table in order to build a sustainable the best Africa travel and tourism industry teamed up with Grammy Award winning African travel and tourism sector. change-makers and innovators. singer and Belvedere Red ambassador As the proud host of ATLF 2019, we John Legend to raise AIDS awareness. look forward to welcoming all stakeholders This internationally acclaimed Ndebele from across the continent and the rest artist received an honorary doctorate of the world, not only to this innovative The theme, Stimulating from the University of Johannesburg. event but, also to experience what South Africa and our beautiful Province offer Intra-Africa Travel Mama Mahlangu the world. ATLF is an African project that Through Thought was the first person we must all be part of and support,” says Leadership, will bring to transfer the Mr Sihle Zikalala, Provincial Minister for exceptional industry traditional Ndebele Economic Development, Tourism and developments and style of mural Environmental Affairs in the KwaZulu-Natal. inspiring stories to painting to canvas. The 2018 ATLF took place in Accra, Ghana, and was attended by tourism the table. ministers and over 500 public and AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDABA DAILY NEWS | 11

NEW BRIDGE KZN A TOP DESTINATION FOR AFRICA

waZulu-Natal has long been known Marathon. Over R150 million in economic he Kazungula Bridge, a transform the dynamics of transportation as a favoured destination for impact was expected to be generated from 923m long and 16.5m wide in surrounding communities, counties domestic tourism. In fact, business the aQuelle Midmar Mile alone. “This is one construction, will link Kazungula and cities, boosting road travel and tourism is worth about R3 billion a of many signature sporting events that are in Zambia to Kasane in the ease of doing business within Kyear in the province, sustaining almost 24 staged in KwaZulu-Natal that once again TBotswana and Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. the Southern African Development 000 jobs. The region continues to promote puts the spotlight on our facilities and what The bridge will be built at the Zambezi Community, the East African travel around KZN, and in late April they we can offer as a tourist destination,” said River and Chobe River intersection – Community and the Common Market launched the all-new KZN Travel Guide MEC for Economic Development, Tourism where Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana for Eastern and Southern Africa.” app, which is free for download from the and environmental Affairs, Sihle Zikalala. and Namibia meet. It is scheduled for The bridge is projected to create over App Store and Google Play. It’s the only completion towards the end of 2020. 1 400 jobs once completed, and has app to showcase the province and features Both a road and rail bridge, it will be already created over 500 jobs through domestic destinations native to KZN. It open to the public and will ease tourist the construction project. Initially a project includes accommodation, things to do, Business tourism traffic between the four countries. It between Zambia and Botswana, the events, info offices, weather, maps, and more is worth about R3 will also enhance regional trade and two countries have since incorporated – putting KwaZulu-Natal in your pocket. billion a year in the integration, for instance, traders and Zimbabwe as an equity partner. KZN is also a hot spot for athletes, with fishers will be able to abandon their boats thousands of visitors welcomed to Durban in province, sustaining for an easier means of travel across the February to participate in the 46th aQuelle almost 24 000 jobs. Zambezi. The bridge includes a single- Midmar Mile and the FNB Dusi Canoe line railway track, a paved section for pedestrians to cross, and two border posts between Botswana and Zambia. Both the African Union Commission and the African Development Bank confirmed their commitment to the project at the Programme for Infrastructure Development in Africa Summit. “It is obvious that once completed, the Kazungula Bridge Project will actually bridge the regional divide,” said Mamady Souare, Manager for Regional Integration Operations at the Bank. “The project will 12 | AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDABA DAILY NEWS

A PANORAMA ROUTE ADVENTURE HUB

pumalanga’s scenic Panorama the lift and into the forest below. Route will soon have a new The second phase includes a suspension Adventure Hub that will bridge linking the southern side of the gorge, give visitors to the area where the lift is situated, with the northern Meven more to do! The development side, which houses the Big Swing. A walkway is part of the second phase of the will be built around the edge of the gorge as Graskop Gorge Lift Co, the first phase an alternative means of access to either side. of which opened in December 2017. The Adventure Hub will include a number Renowned for its spectacular beauty of activities: the lift and forest experience, ICCA APPOINTS and many natural attractions – such as the 70-metre free-fall Big Swing, the 130m the Sabie, Lisbon, Berlin and Mac Mac zipline, guided electric bike trails through waterfalls, God’s Window, the Blyde River the wonderful scenery on the northern side; NEW CEO Canyon, Bourke’s Luck Potholes, and the walking trails and mountain bike trails. Three Rondawels – the Panorama Route The Big Swing centre is to be given is on the north-eastern section of the an overhaul, while additional walkways, he International Congress and “I am truly honoured to be appointed Great Escarpment of the Drakensberg. interpretation boards and seating areas will Convention Association (ICCA), for such a prestigious position in one of “While it is an established tourist be created to expand the existing 600m has appointed Senthil Gopinath as the global meetings industry’s leading destination for domestic and international forest trail at the bottom of the gorge. their new CEO. This appointment organisations,” he said in a recent tourists, few new tourist developments in Inside the property, a casual outdoor Tis the result of a long process of recruitment statement, “ICCA has been a family to recent years meant that the area developed food area will be created to complement following the sudden departure of former me for over two decades. I have always a bit of been-there, seen-that reputation. the Life Café, which serves sit-down meals. CEO Martin Sirk in June 2018. Gopinath cherished my involvement with ICCA and Compounding the matter was the scant had been the Dubai-based Middle East now being at the helm will enable me to attention paid to the maintenance of the Regional Director for ICCA for the past listen more closely to our members and many existing natural attractions by the three years, and has been involved with key stakeholders, and service them in a local authorities,” says Oupa Pilane, one of In its first year, the association for over two decades. In more enhanced manner, making ICCA the directors of the Graskop Gorge Lift Co. 128 000 people his role with ICCA as Regional Director, he more relevant to the global membership. The opening of the viewing lift that visited the site and has grown membership by over 80%. He Together with the ICCA team, we will transports people 51m down into the 63 411 paid to go also created a private-public partnership work on the transformation of ICCA.” gorge for a magical forest experience, model for the Sri Lanka Convention Bureau The appointment is effective brought new life to the region, says Pilane. down the lift and into as its General Manager and CEO during his immediately and Gopinath will relocate to In its first year, 128 000 people visited the forest below. career, increasing business tourism by 78% the head office in Amsterdam to better the site and 63 411 paid to go down and driving a 64% increase in revenue. serve the global association’s community.

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hen Tourvest first exhibited adopters of beneficial new technologies. at Africa’s Travel Indaba in From a macro perspective, the Fourth 1988, there were just 27 Industrial Revolution presents South exhibitors and 40 buyers. Africa with the opportunity to create WToday, Africa’s Travel Indaba attracts around and disseminate more commodities to 1 000 exhibitors and 1 500 buyers. Their aim international markets, which, in turn, can for being at the event has changed, too. Last attract tourists to South Africa. In addition, year, over 48 000 meetings were scheduled success will come to those companies who between buyers and exhibitors, with 20 understand their customers and who have 000 new business leads created. This is the lowest cost distributor for commodities. mainly thanks to modern communications However, with all the talk of adopting and technology, which has changed the new tech, a platform such as Africa’s Travel face of the tourism industry. No potential Indaba still presents tourism stakeholders customer waits for trade shows. What with valuable face-to-face time. matters nowadays is brand positioning and Tourvest is attending its 31st Indaba and brand equity, both of which require the latest is investing R5 million into the exhibition. technological and digital assets to get right. They will bring along around 120 staff Tourvest, which is the biggest integrated members, including junior employees, as destination management group in the part of their training and team building. southern hemisphere, is investing R30 With all these resources invested in the million in technology development in a exhibit, being at Indaba 2019 cannot bid to become bigger, better and faster. be measured in monetary terms. The industry has become more about Its true value is in starting new marketing and utilising the right digital relationships and building on existing channels. Those companies who can ones, which exceeds the tangible cost adopt, understand and adapt will survive. benefit. It is an opportunity to engage with Driving many of these trends is the up to 45% of all travellers are using their placed on the importance of the tourism colleagues within the industry, clients, millennial generation, now in their twenties mobile devices to do this. So it is clear industry adjusting to the demands of the media and others who passionate about and thirties, who are tech savvy and are that technology in the tourism industry ‘Fourth Industrial Revolution’ to remain tourism so as to influence perception. comfortable with using digital resources is not a trend but is here to stay. globally competitive. There were calls for Written by Martin Wiest, CEO of to facilitate their travel plans. Globally, At Meetings Africa 2019, emphasis was the industry to embrace and become early Tourvest. Visit their stand at ICC601.

Fly or Drive NORTH WEST PARKS Partnering with Stakeholders to Provide World Class Wildlife Experience in a Malaria Free Environment NORTH WEST PARKS BOARD Pilanesberg National Park Madikwe Game Reserve The crater of a long extinct volcano is the A theatre of conservation, a setting for the Pilanesberg National Park, and wilderness paradise, Madikwe is one of the largest volcano complex of its kind Game Reserve. in the world. Its rare rock types and structure The 63 000 ha reserve was make it a unique geological feature. Four established in 1991 in one of concentric ridges or ring of hills fringe the area the largest translocation of the – the formation rises from the surrounding time - Operation Phoenix - when plains like bubbles. a total of 10 000 mammals Thanks to Operation Genesis (1979), the were introduced to the park. largest game translocation ever undertaken The reserve has an excellent in the world at the time, the reserve now has record of environmental in excess of 7000 animals. Well known for management which has its rich biodiversity of habitat, colourful hues, ensured that the carrying and panoramic views, Pilanesberg also offers capacity of the reserve is never visitors a close encounter with lion, leopard, exceeded to the detriment of buffalo, elephant and rhino Africa’s BIG 5. A wide variety of rare and common the eco-system as a whole. The Madikwe species exist with endemic species like the nocturnal brown hyena as well as Game Reserve conservation efforts to cheetah, tsesebe and crocodile, a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts. protect the endangered African Wild Dog, are yielding positive results. The reserve has Pilanesberg covers an area of 50 000 hectare and exists within a transition a thriving wild dog population. The painted zone between the dry Kalahari and the wetter Lowveld vegetation commonly dogs being somewhat accustomed to the referred to as the Bushveld. Bird watching is excellent with over 300 species safari vehicles offer visitors a spectacular photographic opportunity. of bird recorded. The early presence of man can be seen in the numerous Stone and Iron Age sites that are scattered throughout the reserve. At Madikwe Game Reserve you will experience the African safari adventure where you will be taken to the heart of a pristine environment Visitors are offered many opportunities to experience the wonders of the park to witness the interaction of the many species, including the African Big through guided game drives or self-drives, a map guide is available on sale at the 5,other plains species such as the cheetah, hippo and the spotted and entrance gates. The 200km of good tar and gravel roads transverse the park brown hyenas and more than 300 bird species. and are driveable by ordinary sedan. Hiking trails, dawn and sunset game drives Madikwe is a low density tourism facility offering fully catered accommodation in open safari vehicles and early morning balloon safaris are available and can at several luxury lodges within the reserve, and is not open to day visitors. Game be booked with specialist operators. drives, in open safari vehicles are accompanied by professional guides. Numerous hides and scenic picnic sites enable the visitor to enjoy an ‘out-of- The reserve is situated 90km north of the town of Zeerust against the Botswana car’ experience. A shop and restaurant are centrally located in the park. Curios Border. It is a three hours’ drive from both Johannesburg and Pretoria. are also available at the craft market situated at the entrance gate. A wonderful Visitors are also able to fl y in using an air charter fl ight operating from array of accommodation is offered on the periphery of the park Wonderboom Airport in Pretoria. ranging from luxury exclusive hotels and game lodges, cosy guest houses and B&B, caravan and camping sites. The climate is generally mild to hot, but winter nights can be extremely The must visit Mphebatho Museum offers the local history of cold. Warm clothing is essential for early morning and night drives. Gate Bakgatla-Ba-Kgafela and state of the art displays are yours to times are arranged for pre booked residents only. Madikwe is explore. The Moruleng Mall caters for your shopping needs with not open to day visitors. many of the modern chain stores and restaurants available just Airstrips: Available on request 2km outside the Bakgatla Gate. Accommodation is run by private enterprises. There are fi ve entrance gates for visitors to the reserve. Visit their website for more information: Visit their website for more information: www.experiencemadikwe.com www.pilanesbergnationalpark.org or www.northwestparks.org.za AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDABA DAILY NEWS | 15

NORTH COAST JEWEL OF THE ZULU KINGDOM

estled in one of the most enchanting parts of KwaZulu-Natal, the North Coast region, also known Nas iLembe, is not only renowned for its picturesque landscapes and beauty, but it is also a place which is shrouded in history and evidenced by the fact that it was home to the legendary King of the Zulu nation, King Shaka. Whether your taste is for the extreme or the sedate, with such wonderful all-year- round climate, the North Coast is ideal for the many adventurous pursuits on offer. A place of natural beauty, sun, surf, thrills, sugar barons, struggle heroes, amazing landscapes and warm, friendly people. Caressed by warm waters of the Indian Ocean, it stretches some 110km from the port city of Durban, right up to the Amatikulu River, including the coastal towns of Ballito, Chakas Rock, Salt Rock, and Zinkwazi, extending inland to KwaDukuza, famous ‘hole-in-the-wall’. Microlighting, Museum and King Shaka Visitor Centre luxurious hotels to boutique lodges and Maphumulo, Mandeni and Ndwedwe. The ziplining, horseriding and hiking adds to is a must for visitors as you explore the guesthouses, bed and breakfasts, self region is also situated in close proximity the list of the many experiences on offer. rich history of legends past. Chief Albert catering apartments and caravan parks. to the King Shaka International Airport If you’re not an outdoor enthusiast, or Luthuli was born in Groutville and was the Choose a beachfront view or head inland and other attractions within the province just prefer evening entertainment, the North first African Nobel Peace Prize winner; to the gorgeous old colonial homes set of KwaZulu Natal such as the two World Coast still has you covered with enjoyable his home is now a national museum. admist the rolling green hills of the region. Heritage Sites: iSimangaliso Wetland Park indoor activities, modern shopping malls, The North Coast boasts some With all that’s on offer, the and Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park. fine dining, and vibrant nightlife. Visit Eat magnificient championship quality golf North Coast will not dissapoint. With activities and attractions that can Street and the Market at the Lifestyle courses. These golf courses are ideal for fill up an itinerary list in a matter of minutes, Centre for a delectable culinary experience. enjoying a glass of wine and sealing a Contact Details: the North Coast caters for a variety of Visitors can experience a variety of cuisine business deal under the African sunset Tel: +27(0) 32 946 1256 tourists. The picturesque outdoors are to suit all taste buds including bunny and include the Zimbali, Simbithi, Email: [email protected] perfect for adventurous tourists to explore chow and shisanyama. And while you’re Umhlali and Princes Grant courses. Web: www.enterpriseilembe.co.za / nature, chill at the beach and go fishing, at it, why not try a glass or bottle of the Accommodation ranges from five-star www.northcoast.org.za surfing, or cycling, or even take to the local wine called Seventeen87, which was greens with a round of golf. There are preserved in the year of King Shaka’s birth. designated safe swimming beaches with A visit to the Chief Albert Luthuli life guards and shark protection nets. Tidal pools and paddling pools offer safety especially for the little ones. The beautiful Thompsons Bay is home to Charlie’s Pool, an Olympic-sized tidal pool, as well as the 16 | AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDABA DAILY NEWS

WESTERN CAPE LAUNCHES CRADLE OF HUMAN CULTURE ROUTE

he Western Cape Government Fossil Hominid Site of South Africa is Cave, Pinnacle Point Site Complex, launched the Cradle of Human already a World Heritage Site. If the Diepkloof Rock Shelter in the Culture on 11 April 2019. Cradle of Humankind has the biological Western Cape; Klasies River in the The current route These are archaeological and development that led to the appearance Eastern Cape and Border Cave and along the West Coast Tpaleontological heritage routes with of homo sapiens, the Cradle of Human Sibudu Cave in KwaZulu-Natal, have has been temporarily three anchor sites in the Western Cape. Culture captures the behavioural contributed outstanding evidence The project is a partnership with development of homo sapiens. of palaeo-environmental conditions called ‘The Artist’s the Cradle of Humankind, as the The South African sites of Blombos and the evolution of early humans. Journey’. Here one “As a group, these sites are vital finds the engraved to our understanding of the origins ostrich eggshell of of anatomically modern humans, the Diepkloof. transitions they survived, and their modern cognitive abilities,” said Western Cape Premier, Helen Zille. “The three sites within the Western Cape are in the process of being nominated World where the first evidence is found of Heritage Sites, but the other three sites consistent use of marine resources. in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu- There are a total of 13 archaeological Natal will be added to the nomination and palaeontological sites on the route, at a later stage. We are looking five along the West Coast, seven on the forward to work with our colleagues southern Cape coast and one in Cape in the other provinces on this.” Town. The Cradle of Human Culture The current route along the West provides a new and unique offering and Coast has been temporarily called ‘The by developing this niche experience. Artist’s Journey’. Here one finds the Of the more than 1.7 million engraved ostrich eggshell of Diepkloof travellers arriving in the Western Cape but also later expressions of creativity in 2017, 55.9% identified culture and in the several rock art sites included heritage as an activity they engage in. in this Route. The Route along the For more info on the Cradle Southern Cape Coast has temporarily of Human Culture, visit been named ‘The Coastal Journey’, www.cradleofhumanculture.co.za.

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quila Private Game Reserve guests enjoy personalised service exquisite mountains, valleys, rivers and By combining the sales and marketing and Spa recently confirmed in an isolated, tranquil setting. kloof’s; as well as a very impressive big offices, the group will be able to streamline the acquisition of the Immediate plans going forward will 5 safari and guest experience in wide the promotion of big 5 safari tourism in Inverdoorn Private Game amplify this exclusive five-star experience open spaces with magnificent vistas. Cape Town and the Western Cape, while AReserve in the Western Cape. throughout all of Inverdoorn facilities. Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve is also enhancing local and international Over the last 20 years, Aquila Private Over the last 21 years, Inverdoorn have under 2.5 hours from Cape Town or 25 safari experiences,” Searl Derman added. Game Reserve and Spa has become also built a solid reputation within the minutes from Aquila, and the vast and well Inverdoorn is currently listed in both synonymous with the Cape Town and safari market, including niche relationships received majestic Tankwa Karoo landscapes, the four and five-star accommodation international safari market. As a four-star with tourism, trade and operators. combined with distant golden mountains category and immediate additions to the accommodation provider, it has always As a combined force, the group and heavily Acacia wooded river beds, property will include new renovated and offered worldclass products and services will now be able to meet the unique make for a truly memorable experience. expanded fit-for-purpose dining facilities. and continues daily to improve its offering demands across all target markets. “Both game reserves have a great Continued industry and trade relations on its 10 000+ hectare, Big 5 conservancy Searl Derman, Owner of The Aquila variety of big 5 and wildlife which will be strengthened and customer service – under two hours from Cape Town. Collection, says, “The reserves offer very will be further reinforced with new together, with social upliftment and Aquila’s magnificent ten treatment different safari experiences”. Aquila boasts genetics, numbers and species. conservation at the centre of everything room spa is one of the latest additions that The Aquila Collection does. to the property. Aquila has the most “We look forward to keeping prestigious collection of local and and growing the industry and trade internationally recognised awards behind relationships as we plan the future its name, ranging from service excellence, positioning of both brands. We will to social upliftment and conservation. continue to update our partners regularly Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve, to inform them of all exciting projects and founded in 1994, offered visitors a unique developments,” concluded Searl Derman. 10 000 hectare big 5 safari experience with beautiful indigenous Karoo landscapes and impressive Acacia Karoo river beds – the likes of which is only found in the northern parts of Southern Africa. The most recent five-star edition to Inverdoorn is the impressive Kuganha luxury tented camp where COLLECTION

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ew research has revealed that within the business events industry. It reservation process, resulting in them not another factor affecting booking patterns. booking trends of large-scale, analyses over 2 million anonymous hotel being recognised in the room block,” said A common attendee misperception urban convention attendees and Airbnb guest records from conventions Mark Lomanno, Partner at Kalibri Labs, is that hotel rooms within the block is changing. According to held in the USA from 2015-2018, as well one of the lead research consultant firms. are more expensive – despite 66% of NHilton, NYC and Company, and the PCMA as a sample of US business travellers who Another finding was that it bothers cases being more affordable. Overall, Foundation, approximately half of all have attended city-wide conventions. attendees to lose control of their hotel younger attendees (59%) are more likely delegates attending large-scale conventions “One of the more surprising findings from booking process, such as accessing to use alternative accommodations. are circumventing the established the research was the fact that almost 25% their loyalty benefits. Hospitality loyalty Research findings could profoundly shift room-reservation processes in favour of of attendees at large city-wide conventions programmes, cost, room preferences and how cities, hospitality organisations and booking their own accommodations. actually booked their accommodations at age are significant factors in booking business events professionals organise The study, titled Room Block of the the hotels specified in the room block, but behaviors and consumer trends, the study meetings and conferences. For more Future, unpacks the room booking behaviors did not go through the traditional room found. Room variety, or lack thereof, is info on the study, visit www.pcma.org.

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