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A frica’s Travel Indaba opened to Stories, Your success’, reemphasises the
much pomp and excitement on importance of telling our own stories
Thursday, 2 May. Welcoming and showcasing our successes – too
ministers, exhibitors, African often the real stories of Africa are not
and international buyers, and tourism told or simply not heard. This continent
stakeholders, the event began with a is teeming with stories and folklore that
moment of silence for those lost to are woven into all the products and
floods in the region and across South experiences that are showcased here.”
Africa over the last few days. Africa’s
Travel Indaba celebrates the milestone Speaking about the vast potential
of South Africa’s 25th anniversary of its that the African continent has to offer,
democracy. Tourism, too, has grown Minister Hanekom dug into the latest
over the last 25 years, and as a sector travel stats for the industry. “In 2018,
continues to develop to become one that Africa reached 67million international
makes a difference to Africa’s economy. tourist arrivals, an increase of 14million
when compared to 2017.
“We extend a hearty welcome to all
visitors and delegates who are attending to traditional markets in Europe and as we kick off this magnificent show. DON’T MISS OUT!
this prime tourism marketplace. Africa’s America. We call on all of you to utilise Each year that I come to Africa’s Travel
Travel Indaba is one of the prestigious and this year’s Indaba to do business and indaba I am absolutely blown away by With South African President
award-winning events that brings together network, but also to take the opportunity how much bigger and better it gets. Cyril Ramaphosa attending
the local and international stakeholders to explore the beautiful city of Durban.” Most especially, I am delighted by the Africa’s Travel Indaba on
in the tourism sector,” said KwaZulu- increasing number of exhibitors from Saturday, delegates are
Natal MEC for Economic Development, Minister of Tourism, Mr Derek across the African continent displaying requested to please be
Tourism and Environmental Affairs, Mr Hanekom, took to the stage in his usual such amazing products and making this punctual and arrive at
Sihle Zikalala. “This Africa’s Travel Indaba charismatic manner, welcoming ministers, truly an African event. Africa’s Travel the Inkosi Albert Luthuli
promotes the sharing of experiences; delegates and exhibitors alike to Africa’s Indaba has become synonymous with International Convention
private and public partnerships that mark Travel Indaba. “It’s an absolute honour storytelling, and this year’s theme, ‘Africa’s Centre (ICC) by 08h00 on
the growth of these industries. A lot and pleasure to be here with you today Saturday morning. Due to
has taken place since the 2018 Indaba. strict security protocol,
Among such developments is the opening delegates have to be seated
of the bridge from KZN to Mozambique by 08h15 and nobody will be
that has reduced travel distance from 6 to allowed into the venue after
2 hours. We are working hard to enhance this. Seats will be allocated on
the role of the tourism industry in South a first come, first serve basis.
Africa through working with other
African countries. We are also looking

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BRIEF PROFILE OF THE MOSES KOTANE

LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

M KLM is one of the five Africa. The municipality is named are based in Mogwase Township, with leadership that makes us a caring
local municipalities of after the late struggle icon Moses satellite offices in Madikwe Township. municipality underpinned by minerals,
Bojanala (Setswana word Mauane Kotane and it shares borders agriculture and eco-tourism economy
meaning tourism) Platinum with Rustenburg, Kgetleng Rivier, The economy of Moses Kotane is for the advancement of sustainable
District Municipality in the North West Ramotshere Moiloa and Thabazimbi characterised mainly by tourism, mining, services to our communities.
Province of the Republic of South Local Municipalities. Its headquarters and agriculture owing to its location
within the major tourism and mining The reburial of the remains
belt of the province, and is the home of the late Moses Kotane in his
of Pilanesberg Game Reserve (the third ancestral village, Pella, remains
largest national Park in South Africa, to be on the tourism flagships
covering an area of 55 000 that is being tapped into.
hectare), this malaria free game reserve
is also the playground of the Big Five As we continue to market
as well as one of Africa’s premier the municipality as the tourism
vacation destination Sun City Resort. destination of choice, we remain
resolute on advancing the expanding
There are also a number of nature our tourism offerings to ensure
reserves and lodges within MKLM, that tourism remains a catalyst for
like Madikwe, Manyane and Bakgatla economic growth and job creation.
game reserves, Bakubung and Kwa
Maritane lodge. These nature reserves Contacts: Communication Unit
are popular with tourists for walking Tel: 014 555 1458
trails, holidaying, especially camping, Email:
and game hunting. Just 20 minutes’ [email protected]
drive from Sun City lies the Batswana Marketing Office:
Cultural Hub i.e. Mphebatho Cultural [email protected]
Museum. This vibrant community centre
provides an alternative experience of
the Bakgatla–Ba-Kgafela community
living around the Pilanesberg Mountains
in the North West province. The village
tour is one of the unique products
that are offered by the museum.

The municipality prides itself with
quality service provision and visionary

On the African continent we have grown AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDABA DAILY NEWS | 03
on average by 7% for three years in
a row. In total, directly and indirectly, 37% to surpass the
our sector contributed to 8.5% to 2 million mark for the first time ever.”
African GDP in 2018, supporting more
than 24million jobs on the continent. Underscoring the importance of
Ethiopia was Africa’s fastest growing these figures, Minister Hanekom said
travel economy, growing by nothing less that although they are impressive, far
than 48.6 % in 2018. This extraordinary more can be done in order to realise
growth is mostly contributed to Ethiopia Africa’s true tourism possibilities. “The
establishing itself as a regional transport overall tourism contribution is still way
hub. Ethiopian Airlines must be acclaimed below the global average of 10.4% of
for bringing large volumes of tourists to GDP,” he explained, “This tells us that
the whole African continent. Egypt has we have huge unrealised potential to
demonstrated considerable resilience unlock. The UNWTO predicts that
and through safety improvement such 1.8billion people will be travelling
as Sharm el Sheikh, they’ve enticed globally by 2030 and that Africa will
international tourists to come back to increase its share to 7% of all global
their country. Kenya saw excellent tourist arrivals. This would be 126million
arrivals in 2018, growing by a whopping arrivals – almost double the amount
we have currently. This would mean we
have to see growth of 5% annually. Are
we up for it? Yes we most definitely are!”

GET YOUR PIECE OF THE SHO’T LEFT PIE

T he Sho’t Left Travel Week is How are you How successful was last And for consumers?
at Africa’s Travel Indaba to attracting traders? year’s Travel Week?
engage with traders and register We had 100 000 people viewing our
them for the upcoming event We’ve got promoters around, we’ve got this We did a survey of the 325 traders deals on our website, and of those, 10%
at the end of September. Mashoto particular activation space (adjacent to the who took part and only 37 responded. bought experiences on our site. We give
Mokgethi, Head of Domestic Tourism at SA Tourism stand) where people can come But of these, they sold R1.4 million traders a toolkit so that the website can
South African Tourism shares more. and register. We’re doing an activation worth of deals – so if you compound take visitors to their own platforms where
that basically says, “come get your piece it, it’s safe to say that it’s quite a people can access deals, too. Like a white
Tell us briefly about of the Travel Week pie”. So this activation successful campaign, with many people label campaign with uniform branding
Travel Week. is literally a pie that we’re baking. At 12pm saying they will come back this year. showcasing that they’re part of Travel Week.
yesterday (2 May) the chef began kneading
Last year we launched a campaign called the dough, and the pie will be served today
Sho’t Left Travel Week, and the whole (3 May) at 12pm. We want to show traders
purpose of it was to do a Black Friday that if you partner with Sho’t Left you,
of travel. So we looked at how best we too, can get a piece of the pie – and our
encourage South Africans to travel. And pie in this sense is that we’ve dedicated
the best way to do this is by giving them a minimum of R15 million for media on
the best deals ever. We then sat and Travel Week where we will be promoting
spoke to many of our trade partners, and all our deals on many different platforms.
we had 325 come on board last year,
giving up to 50% off travel deals. They How can trade get involved?
sold the deals between the 24th and
30th of September in line with Tourism Trade can register on deals.southafrica.
Month, and you buy during that particular net and to find out more, when we launch
month – although your travel might only the consumer campaign then shotleft.
be valid from September to January. co.za will be our website for all the deals
for Travel Week and the rest of the year.

TODAY’S SCHEDULE

TIME EVENT VENUE
Meeting Room 22, ICC
08h30 - 10h00 Speed Marketing - Urban and
Luxury Vibe

10h00 - 11h00 FEDHASA: Imvelo Awards Launch Media Centre

11h00 - 12h00 Business Conversation Stream 3:
11h00 - 12h00 South America: Markets beyond South Foyer, ICC
14h00 - 15h00 African borders
Business Conversation Stream 3:
How to grow domestic tourism on ICC Hall 6
the continent
Business Conversation Stream
4: Ensuring Africa’s communities South Foyer, ICC
benefit more from wildlife

14h00 - 15h00 Sho’t Left Travel Week ICC Hall 6
Announcement

15h00 - 16h00 Green Stand Awards Media Centre

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MOLEMANE EYE NATURE RESERVE

A n attractive destination for Fishing is permitted on the reserve should not be sold. Elizabeth inherited
nature lovers who want a rustic, and angling for bass on a strictly the farm from her father, a distinguished
off the beaten track get away. catch and release basis. No live bait collector of Africana, Dr John Gubbins,
Situated 45km from the may be used and only artificial lures who made his money mining fluorspar.
town of Lichtenburg and just 11km with barbless hooks are permitted.
from Ottoshoop on the Lichtenburg/ The caravan and campsites are
Zeerust road (R505). The eye on In 1992 Elizabeth Duncan Rose (Ne̍ ́ located along the river and have ablution,
its own can generate 2 250 000 Gubbins) bequeathed her farm the braai facilities and electricity points.
liters of water per day and feeds the Malmani Oog to the North West Parks Twelve two bedded tents along the lake
Molemane and Marico Rivers. & Tourism Board on the condition that with en-suite shower and toilet and a
it be made into an nature reserve and communal kitchen with stove and fridge.

Barberspan Bird
Sanctuary

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#WESKUS

Find us on the West Coast of South Africa where you can discover the Spirit of the SAN, taste a Lekker Bokkom, dance
Die Riel, take a Donkey Cart Ride in the Cederberg, walk on Eve’s Footprint, learn which exotic animals roamed the
West Coast of SA 5 million years ago and spend a day in the lives of the local Weskus people.

E very continent has a West Coast Mullets and dry out to make the local Heuningvlei, through the mountains and different level. Take part in a historical
region but only South Africa has and unique delicatessen, Bokkoms. watch Die Riel dance that is still alive walk around the community, visit the
a Weskus. The Weskus region Lunch can be enjoyed at the Vishuis and well celebrating the hertige of the Moravian church, the mill museum, the
stretches from Cape Town towards restaurant that used to be a factory Khoi and San. www.clanwilliam.info local school and the slave graves.
Namibia, on the West Coast of South to salt the Mullets in big tanks. www.travelbergrivier.co.za/goedverwacht
Africa and includes the Swartland, West Stay with the locals and enjoy a
Coast Peninsula, Bergrivier, Cederberg Cederberg & Rooibos: The Cederberg homestay experience in goedverwacht: Experience the history of agriculture:
and the Namaqua West Coast areas. is one of the richest archaeological Reaching Piketberg via the N7, turn off on The Jan Danckaert museum in Porterville
!Khwa ttu, a San Cultural and sites in the world, and the origin of the Velddrif road to reach Goedverwacht. exhibits the local history of the town and
Education Centre - Meet the Southern modern humans is written on its rocks. Here you will have the opportunity to surrounding area and has an extensive
first people of South Africa. Experience a Donkey Cart Ride from connect with homestay families on a collection of agricultural implements on
Ganzekraal Holiday Resort can host display. The Museum also has replicas of
120 people sharing in self- catering the San Rock Art. The Wheat Industry
chalets. It is about 60 km from Cape Town Museum in Moorreesburg depicts the
and ideal for on the beach weddings history of the Wheat Industry since
and conferences. It has a kitchen, a the times of the Pharos in Egypt.
reception hall, a conference hall and
a boma. www.weskustourism.org Contact us
At the West Coast Fossil Park, Tel: +27 (0) 22 433 8505
extraordinary discoveries will blow your Email: [email protected]
mind. Fossils of the African bear, sabre- Web: www.weskustourism.co.za
tooth cat and short-necked giraffe, which DEC HALL1 B16
first dwelled the West Coast plains and
are now extinct, can be seen here. Learn
more how this was possible and what other
exotic animals roamed the West Coast 5
million years ago. www.fossilpark.org.za
Drive to Velddrif and visit the SA
Fisheries Museum, the one of its kind
in South Africa. Do not miss a visit to
Bokkomlaan, where three generations
of anglers still operate to catch

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UGU SOUTH COAST TOURISM

LAUNCHES FLAGSHIP EVENTS

T he newly appointed CEO of Ugu the South Coast Bike Fest™ (26-28 April) with 7 Blue Flag beaches and year- she continued. Another hinterland initiative is
South Coast Tourism (USCT), the Ugu Jazz Festival (29 June), the South round sunny weather. It’s also known the colourful, traditional Maidens Ceremony,
Phelisa Mangcu, has announced Coast Fever MTB Series (7 July-22 Sep), the as the Golf Coast, with 11 golf courses which will happen on 6 July in KwaNyuswa.
the launch of the destination Uvukile Gospel Festival (21 April) and the in close proximity. May to August, the
management organisation’s flagship events. Ugu Film Festival (12-15 September). The famous natural phenomenon, the Sardine USCT is in the process of appointing
Ugu Film Festival attracts the film trade to Run, takes place around its coastline. digital, advertising and MICE agencies
The KZN South Coast destination is this established film region, which will this to overhaul its marketing platforms and
known as ‘Your 365 destination’, with year see the launch by Ugu South Coast “Our beaches are a huge attraction for assist in implementing its new vision.
events always having been key to the Tourism of its first official Film Office. holidaymakers, but this year will see us giving
destination’s positioning. “In identifying our hinterland a boost, too, as part of the Please visit USCT at its stand at DEC 1A14
our flagship events, we will now be able Furthering the impact of events on destination’s new focus,” Phelisa emphasised. to discuss how we can do business with you.
to give our support in a much more the destination, the DMO is also actively
focused way to those key events that are promoting the area as an emerging, fresh Areas such as KwaNzimakwe and
iconic to our region. These events have and inspiring business tourism destination. KwaXolo, which is marketed under cultural
great potential for boosting the tourism adventure experience brand, the Great
economy of the area and strengthening our For long a favoured and well-established Drives Out, will be given developmental
reputation as a great events destination.” South African and international holiday attention, with a 4x4 route planned between
destination, the KZN South Coast boasts these areas. “This way we can share the
The region’s annual flagship events are 39 beaches on the warm Indian Ocean, tourism benefit with the rural communities,”

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NEW TECH INITIATIVE

TO REVOLUTIONISE INDUSTRY

S outh Africa’s Tourism Minister of the entire tourism sector,” explains Dr. market and increase the visibility access to a tourist safety tool, a
Mr. Derek Hanekom today Nomvuselelo Songelwa, CEO of Jurni. of South Africa’s ‘hidden’ tourism helpline and social media sharing.
launched Jurni, an innovative attractions and establishments. The data generated through these
public-private venture that Digital platforms that will be • A visitor app & information portal new digital platforms will be consolidated
will revolutionise and transform South developed with the tourism sector’s that will provide travellers to South with existing data sources into a tourism
Africa’s Travel and Tourism Industry. input over the coming months include: Africa with a wealth of useful real- data hub that will equip South Africa’s
• A mobile-optimised and affordable time travel information including, tourism businesses with improved insights
A first-of-its-kind Travel and Tourism among others, GEO-location and to inform their business strategies
Data Management Company, Jurni SMME booking tool that will empower mapping of South African experiences, and decision-making – the core focus
will deliver unbiased, consolidated and all tourism businesses, including the for Jurni, explains Dr. Songelwa.
comprehensive tourism data that will smaller SMMEs, to access the global Jurni is the official rebranding
equip tourism businesses with valuable of the National Tourism Visitor
insights to inform their business strategies. Information System (NTVIS) initiative,
At the same time, Jurni will develop a which was launched by Amadeus IT
booking tool that will improve access of in conjunction with the South African
small and medium tourism enterprises Department of Tourism and the Thebe
to the global market as well as a visitor Tourism Group at Indaba last year.
portal that will better showcase the The investment by Amadeus was
South African tourism product. intended to respond to the real needs of
South Africa’s travel and tourism industry.
“Tourism data and information sources As such, the participation of private and
in South Africa are disparate and do public sector in the initiative was key,
not provide intelligence at a granular explains Andy Hedley, MD Amadeus
level to inform South Africa’s travel and Southern Africa. “Amadeus felt that an
tourism sector. With the launch of Jurni, industry alliance including key stakeholders
existing data sources will be consolidated, such as South Africa’s Department of
as well as digital platforms developed Tourism would ensure this overarching
to harness missing data and plug data goal is met. We are pleased that Jurni
gaps identified by the tourism sector. also enjoys the support of leading
private-sector tourism associations.”
“These data sources will be merged
into one comprehensive, consolidated and
unbiased tourism data hub for the benefit



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T here is a growing crescendo easily made applied for and obtained at Conferences and Events) sector continues of global airline alliances such as the STAR
of industry voices that call for various ports of entry into the country. to grow and to inject much needed Alliance, all of which have enabled it to
countries in Sub-Saharan Africa As a result, 13% of jobs in Rwanda are foreign exchange earnings into the local substantially grow the number of routes
to diversify their economies and within the tourism industry and the economy, thanks to government foresight. and destinations it services, either directly
reduce over-reliance on commodities revenue from tourism has gone up by or through code sharing with its partners.
for earning foreign exchange. This call over 13.8% in recent years, resulting in Air Ethiopia also leads the pack of Because of this growth, Addis Ababa,
makes a lot of sense, given that African a 14.4% GDP growth. The growth of regional airlines such as Kenya Airways the Ethiopian capital, is fast growing into
economies are often left vulnerable the local business tourism sector and and South African Airways due to smart a regional hub for connecting several
and the poor even poorer whenever the broader MICE (Meetings, Incentives, investments in strategic partnerships with Sub-Saharan destinations. The economic
commodity prices drop due to external smaller regional airlines and memberships ripple effects benefit the local hospitality
factors and decisions taken elsewhere in industry, as many travelers have to make
the world that they often have no control overnight stops and spend money locally
over. Nigeria is an example of one of the before heading to their final destinations.
countries that took a huge hit, in recent
years, after the fall in the price crude oil. Investing in niche sectors such as
MICE, Sports Tourism, Beverage & Food
This call was repeated in a presentation Tourism, Religious Tourism, Eco-Tourism,
given by Christele Chokossy, from and Medical Tourism, would be the first
Euromonitor. The research data she approach for Sub-Saharan countries to
shared show a country like Rwanda to diversify their economies. The second
be a frontrunner in regional economic one would be for them to ease travel
growth because of smart, business friendly, through increased regional integration,
decisions taken by the government. more flexible entry-visa regimes, and
These range from the promotion of better airline connectivity. The third one
passport-free travel with its neighbors, would require them to invest more in
100% African Visa-on-arrival regime since technologies of the future and integrate
2013, and a generally easy entry access disruptive technologies such as Airbnb
for business travelers, with visas being into the mainstream tourism economy.

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SUN CITY IS HARD TO MATCH FOR

CONFERENCING WITH A DIFFERENCE

South Africans. For the first time, they could at The Shebeen, beer tasting at sunset at
explore the previously forbidden delights of The Brew Monkey, gaming at the casino
topless extravaganza dancers, concerts by and revelling on the dance floor at Encore.
international bands and artists, and the thrill When it comes to conferencing with a
of glamour gambling. Over the years the difference, Sun City is hard to match.
resort has been entrenched as a preferred
destination for corporate conferencing. “We will not lose the momentum garnered
over the past 40 years. We continue to
“The recent Sun City refurbishment source the latest innovations in gaming,
gives guests and delegates a variety of leisure and conferencing to ensure that Sun
new and memorable experiences, with City remains an iconic premier lifestyle resort
the new and revitalised Sun City poised on South Africa’s tourism map for another
to claim its position as not only a premier 40 years and beyond. As the old adage
conference destination but one of the goes: life begins at 40,” says Raul de Lima.
finest resorts worldwide,” says Raul de
Lima, General Manager at Sun City. For more information about conferencing
at Sun City, please contact
Sun City is a place that never sleeps, +27 14 557 1000 /
with an array of experiences available www.suninternational.com /
to delegates after hours which make [email protected] or connect
conferencing at Sun City unique; from hot with us on Facebook @SunCitySA or
air balloon rides and game drives at the follow us on Twitter @SunCityResortSA
nearby Pilanesberg National Park to beach and Instagram @SunCityResortSA.
parties at the Valley of Waves, socialising

N othing can beat the high level International’s legendary Sun City opened
of interaction and collaboration its doors, marking the start of a new era in
that comes with meeting leisure and entertainment for South Africa.
face to face and off site. The Emerging from the dry African bush in
opportunities to connect, engage and what was then known as Bophuthatswana,
create that conferences offer, promote the resort, launched by hotel magnate Sol
teamwork, productivity and performance. Kerzner, instantly captured the hearts and
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8DPULRACBEASNTODVUISRITINWGHILSINT DINABA

Looking for something to do in Durban during indaba and when you are next in durban with your family. We
recommend that you visit these gems.

UShaka Marine World 2. Botanical Gardens 4. The Sri Sri Radha Web: www.zulu.org.za/experience/
Radhanath Temple (Hare routes/1000-hills
No visit to Durban would be complete Northwest of the city centre you’ll find Krishna Temple)
without spending a day at UShaka Marine the oldest surviving botanic garden in 6. Port Natal
World. A treat for the entire family, check Africa. Take a stroll through beautiful Put aside a few hours to visit the beautiful Maritime Museum
out the largest aquarium in the Southern and interesting plants like cycads, Hare Krishna Temple in Westcliffe. Take
Hemisphere, dolphin, seals and penguins. orchids, bromeliads and palms. A bonus in the beautiful and distinct exterior Pay the Durban Harbour a visit and pop
Have some fun at the slides, super tubes is the rich birdlife found in the park architecture featuring gold-tipped domes in at the Port Natal Maritime Museum
and splash pools, or take a diving adventure. with at least 50 different species of and gilded statues, and the lavish interior and learn about historical sea voyages
There’s plenty to do for kids and adults birds. The Botanical Gardens should be of marble tiles, gold-tinted windows and and how maritime culture has influenced
alike. Expect a day of fun and excitement. on any visitor’s must-see list in this city. crystal chandeliers. The lotus-shaped Durban. It’s a great educational excursion
Address: 1 King Shaka Avenue, Durban Address: 70 John Zikhali Rd, Durban garden is a feast for the eyes and should for adults and kids alike and the vessels like
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1. Golden Mile 3. Umgeni River Bird Park vegetarian restaurant, Govinda’s for a Challenger are an exciting highlight.
delicious meal and freshly squeezed juice. Address: Bay end of Samora Machel
Take a walking tour of the Durban beachfront The Umgeni River Bird Park boasts Address: 50 Bhaktivendanta Street, next to BAT centre. Durban
from the Golden Mile. The promenade has more than 200 species of birds! Swami Cir, Westcliff, Durban Web: durbanhistorymuseums.org.za/
high-rise hotels, plenty of eateries, shops, Some of which are only found Web: iskcondurban.net/ port-natal-maritime-museum/
restaurants and entertainment facilities for at this bird park in Africa. Take a
the kids. Hire a bike and cycle the mile or walk on the various paths through 5. Valley of a Thousand Hills 7. Umgeni Steam Train
stop off at a bench with an ice cream and green landscapes and crashing
watch the surfers have fun on the water. waterfalls while catching a glimpse The unbelievably beautiful and scenic Take a trip back in time and treat the family
There’s plenty to see on the Mile and you’ll of species from Southeast Asia Valley of a Thousand Hills is a breath-taking to an old steam train ride. The train runs
be surrounded by other walkers, joggers, and Australia including lories and addition to any Durban visitor itinerary. on weekends and the route is from Kloof
skateboarders and Segway riders. A great aras, as well as indigenous birds. Station through the Valley of 1 000 hills to
spot to visit on the Golden Mile is Mini Think beautiful rolling hills as far as Inchanga and back. Expect the journey to
Town - a miniature replica of Durban with Don’t miss the bird show where you the eye can see, majestic views from last about 3 hours and you get to spend
a rail network, airport, and harbour scene. can learn more about exotic species. hilltops abound, traditional villages some time at a delightful craft and food
Address: Beach Walk, Durban Address: 490 Riverside scattered throughout and an old road market at Inchanga before returning home.
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THE SECRET TO SELLING AFRICA

AS A TRAVEL DESTINATION REVEALED

M artin Bamford, Sales Manager as it usually leads to higher priced product knowledge I will be learning How does Africa Collection
at tour operator, Africa bookings. Finding new and exciting from these suppliers plus further continue making Africa a
Collection, has been in the options for repeat clients to gain new first-hand experience of South sought-after destination to
tourism game for many experiences is always great fun and Africa will be invaluable too. It is so tourists?
years and specialises in selling Africa these will often include combining fortuitous to have this opportunity
as a destination to UK travellers. As a more than one country. We are come at this point in my new role. Our very knowledgeable and
certified international hosted buyer at also looking to promote some very experienced team just get stronger each
this year’s Africa’s Travel Indaba, the interesting twin-centre trips that How many times have you year through trips and training. This
continent’s largest tourism trade show, are often overlooked – especially attended the Travel Indaba? enables us to keep abreast of what is
Bamford sheds some light on how he Cape Town and the Indian Ocean. “hot”, openings and improvements that
packages Africa as an international travel This will be my fifth time – four as may be taking place to keep travellers
destination and why Africa’s Travel Indaba What are some of the an exhibitor and once as a buyer. booking. For instance, family enquiries
is the perfect platform to showcase it. mainstays of Africa that are making a resurgence of late,
Africa Collection stick to? What keeps you coming attracting bigger bookings with different
What are UK tourists back to the Travel Indaba? requirements. We have adapted to
looking for when they Cape Town remains very popular take advantage of this. Our ability to
travel to Africa? with UK tourists so itineraries will The show was always my favourite combine various African – and Indian
often start here or will at least include when I used to attend regularly, so Ocean – destinations in one itinerary
We cater to all tourists’ requirements a stay in the vicinity. The Garden I’m looking forward to seeing if much encourage our clients to book and to
and usually find that first time visitor Route is also another usual inclusion has changed. I have always found the keep coming back to us for more.
requirements differ greatly from those often with a safari element and/ show to be very well organised and
returning for second, third or more or a beach stay tagged on to the entirely conducive to holding good How has Africa Collection
times – which is the incredible strength end. We pride ourselves on having a meetings and encouraging new leads. evolved its offerings over
that Southern/Eastern Africa offers; very knowledgeable and passionate the last ten years?
high repeat business. All are looking team and we’re used to making Why does Africa Collection
for excellent value for money and a strong recommendations and building focus specifically on Africa To be honest we have upheld the same
good standard of accommodation, complicated itineraries, often combining as a destination? principles that the company had when
both of which are very achievable. several destinations or countries. founded back in 2000.It was to guide
The directors and senior management our travel trade partners through the
Africa is still seen as very adventurous As a buyer, what are you team all have very close South African some complex itineraries that Africa
and exciting, so we tailor their itineraries looking for at this year’s links. All also have an extensive Indian has to offer. We have certainly moved
to be as exciting as possible. Africa’s Travel Indaba? Ocean working background, so when the with the times and as mentioned we
company was formed it drew from all this are always striving to keep our portfolio
What are some of the As I only joined Africa Collection as wealth in knowledge combined with a and offerings fresh. We now offer a
opportunities lying dormant Sales Manager at the beginning of genuine passion for the destinations. This concierge service allowing exciting
within Africa and are waiting 2019, this is an excellent opportunity is crucial for a specialist tour operator and treats to be added to a booking.Our
to be taken advantage of? for me to meet existing suppliers the secret to our success as we’ve built automated quote system provides
and to discuss opportunities with a great reputation within the African and some of the most comprehensive and
Family adventure trips have started to new suppliers. The additional Indian Ocean travel trade. This extends readable quotes on the market.
take off again recently which is good to having our own office in Cape Town.

AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDABA DAILY NEWS | 15

GREEN: BEHIND THE SCENES

A s pressure on natural resources recycling back of house (pic); increasing commendable. The initiative acknowledges
increase, South African energy and water efficiency; encouraging the importance of responsible operations in
Tourism places a stronger eco-procurement by prioritising goods all spheres of tourism, including in hosting
focus on the importance of and services that are local and/or have a industry events,” says Greg McManus,
sustainability and aims to host Africa’s minimal negative effect on the environment; chairman of the Event Greening Forum.
Travel Indaba in a responsible manner. reducing unnecessary travel; communicating The organisation has worked with the
A great deal of work takes place in the the greening goals and activities; as South African Tourism team to introduce
background to ensure this event allows well as measuring the full impact and sustainability at Meetings Africa since 2011.
for business as usual – but done better. reporting on that after the event.
Find more information on these goals
The event greening goals include: “South African Tourism’s commitment (#Ipledgegreen) as well as the Event
reducing waste to landfill through effective to greening Africa’s Travel Indaba 2019 is Greening Guidelines on the event app.

QUOTES AND QUIPS CHUNKY MDLULI
MARKETING OFFICER AT
JOSELYNE KAYIMA KINGDOM OF ESWATINI
SALES & MARKETING
COORDINATOR AT ABACUS When comparing today with previous
AFRICAN VACATIONS Indabas, I feel like today was a bit slow
– the first day almost feels like the last
Africa does move you. Africa is day. But it’s okay, because the people
turning, and stands out from the rest of who booked meetings have been coming

the world. You’re guaranteed to have in, so the stand has been quite busy.
the best experience in Africa. Travel
is the only thing you buy that makes
you richer. Nothing beats experience.

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ANEW: THE FUTURE OF

SOUTH AFRICAN
ANIMAL INTERACTION

A look back at SATSA’s Animal Interactions Project
findings and outcomes. Presented by SATSA committee
members, Keira Powers, Gavin Reynolds and SATSA CEO,
David Frost.

FAMILY BUSINESS OF I n today’s day and age, people are forward will be with regards to animal
THE FUTURE becoming more socially conscious interaction and the tourism around it.
A NEW Hotels & Resorts was about how they interact with animals,
birthed out of deep family development of ANEW Hotels & Resorts whether it’s through animal parks or The tool is due to be published
rooted business which brand has taken much time, thought and in the wild. With an increasingly negative at the end of July this year.
originated in 1952. With preparation with a long-term stance. view of the animal interaction industry
humble beginnings and starting with a over recent years, the South African SATSA have made it clear that they
timber treatment plant in the small town ANEW Hotels & Resorts developed Tourism Services Association (SATSA) aren’t creating laws to be followed,
of Harding, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. because of the people in the business, has taken it upon themselves to create but rather a set of ethical guidelines to
with courage, passion and a true calling an equitable solution. A solution that can follow. Bringing everyone in the industry
The family business grew and to something more. ANEW Hotels & pave the way forward in order to create onto the same page with regards to
expanded by purchasing farm land Resorts is the future of the group and a better industry for future generations, animal interaction and how it affects
and increasing the treatment plants prides itself with its deep rooted family as well as the generations of today. South Africa as a tourism destination.
capacities to become the largest style approach with staff and guests, There is still a desire for these kinds
suppliers of treated wooden poles not compromising on the little things. of industries, even with some negative SATSA have made it
in the southern hemisphere. opinions circulating, but SATSA is looking clear that they aren’t
to create an ethical movement forward creating laws to be
The family business has changed with animals and wildlife in mind. followed, but
much over the years, having restructured Through constructive workshops, rather a set of ethical
the family businesses. The group has discussions and online community surveys, guidelines to follow.
diversified from timber farming to various SATSA has compiled a tool, for consumers,
agricultural businesses and hotels in and operators, and the overall industry about
around the KwaZulu-Natal province. The what the morally correct and ethical way

Explore the gems

The Gems of the Northern Cape Province shine at Indaba 2019

THE NORTHERN CAPE will showcase an impressive selection of products and activities aimed to attract the attention of the trade and the media at Indaba.
“Our local “Gems” have the capability to deliver the best experiences and act as champions for offering the service excellence that will create repeat visits to

the Province. Do visit them at the Hidden Gem Village in the ICC and on the Experience Northern Cape stand in the DEC 1B03.

KLIPHUIS RESTAURANT EN HERBERG B&B in Large Telescope, the largest single optical telescope in activities, including tree planting by guests, storytelling KALAHARI ROOIDUIN GUESTFARM on the Kalahari
Fraserburg is situated on the Karoo Highlands Route. the southern hemisphere and among the largest in the by the locals, and traditional fare with a twist. Red Dune Route features some of the biggest dunes in
They offer signature Karoo hospitality and country world. The 90 minute night time star gazing experience Mpho Cornelius - 071 866 3517 the southern Kalahari and is situated 20km from the
food, and charm which radiates old world ambience. offers an opportunity to use the 16” Meade and 14” [email protected] Kgalagadi Transfrontier National Park. The property
Guests are invited to explore the hiking route through Celestron telescopes to explore the heavens. The offers comfortable accommodation, home cooked
this charming Karoo village, relax with a sundowner on tours are offered on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and The KALAHARI RIVER & SAFARI COMPANY is situated meals and team-building activities. For the young at
the large patio or take a refreshing dip in the swimming Saturday. When booking tours, visitors will be notified along the Orange River, 14km above the Augrabies Falls heart there is dune surfing and 4x4 routes to explore.
pool. Business guests have access to a conference of their tour starting time. In mid-winter it could be near National Park en route to Riemvasmaak. The property is Tel. 063 846 1307
facility and catering to go. The property also offers a 18:00 and later in mid-summer 20:00. an oasis to the stressed city dwellers travelling through [email protected]
camping site for visitors that enjoy a more grassroots Anthony Mietas: 074 330 ANTHONY the Green Kalahari. They offer rafting, kayaking, fishing,
travel experience. [email protected] quad-biking, game drives, camping and cultural VINKIE ENTERPRISE, a Kalahari-based entrepreneur
Ronel Le Roux - 083 227 2407 excursions to the Riemvasmaak community and nearby and tour guide on the Kalahari Red Dune Route, offers a
[email protected] KAROO TRAVEL DIMENSIONS is a boutique travel Augrabies National Park. A great stay over to explore the tented bush camp on the traditional Khomani San farm
agency and tour operator with its base in De Aar. They Quiver Tree Food and Wine Route with one of the best Witdraai. The authentic bush experience includes daily
JAKHALSDANS GUESTHOUSE on the Karoo Highlands offer travel experiences around the lovely Karoo towns deck vantage points on the entire Orange River. interpretative walks with local Khomani San guides,
Route is situated 7km outside Loxton on the Beaufort of De Aar, Hanover, Britstown, Carnavon, Colesberg and Danie van Zyl - 084 244 4408 storytelling, traditional dancing and food.
West road. It offers family Karoo experiences from Norvalspont. The special donkey cart tours of De Aar [email protected] Vinkie Van Der Westhuizen: 072 977 0120
fishing and game viewing to water skiing and bird is a charming way of experiencing the Karoo. Clients [email protected]
watching. Beautiful gardens populated by a vast can also enjoy tours to the two largest dams in South NATIVE MINDS HERITAGE TOURS is based in
selection of birds surround the luxurious Guest House. Africa – the Gariep and Vanderkloof dams and relax in Galeshewe, one of South Africa’s oldest townships. This The KALAHARI INFO CENTRE AND TENTED CAMP
The 13 000 hectares farm has an abundance of game the Gariep Forever Resort. Other tour packages on offer tour operator presents unique cultural experiences and owned by the legendary Bott family is situated in
which guests can explore on foot, bicycle, horse or include the Heritage Route of the Karoo, Bushman Rock struggle history tours including an experience in the Rietfontein on the Kalahari Red Dune Route, a mere
game drive. Art Route, Olive Schreiner Route, Sheep Sheering Route footsteps of political activist, Robert Sobukwe. They 2km from the Klein Menasse border control post
Linda van der Westhuizen 082 875 3339 and the Karoo Hunting route. offer popular cycle tours through Kimberley’s central between South Africa and Namibia. The property can
[email protected] Noncedo Seekoei – 078 212 2441 business district and the historical parts of township of accommodate up to 40 people. Visitors are spoilt with
[email protected] Galeshewe. The cycle tours offers a fresh perspective on dune excursions and home cooked meals featuring
TOUCH LETS GO is a travel and tour agency based in the rich history of uprising and political activism of the mouth-watering local Kalahari dishes such as tripe,
Galeshewe, Kimberley. They offer tailor-made township FRASERBURG ROCKS on the Karoo Highlands Route area, storytelling by locals and cultural performances. potbrood, roosterkoek, stampmielies (samp) and
and cultural tours, excursions for the old aged and offers on site educational Paleontological, historical and Also offer is an authentic township homestay. pumpkin fritters, a firm favourite.
special interest groups, as well as airport transfers and cultural experiences around Fraserburg. They specialise Boithumelo Phirisi - 078 069 5104 Hendrik Bott - 072 159 6726
full travel agency services. in Karoo fossils, fossil footprints and geology. The [email protected] [email protected]
Comet - 071 090 3628 historical and culture experiences include excursions to
[email protected] local museums, historical and Karoo buildings, as well GRAVITY ADVENTURES in the Green Kalahari offers AUKWATOWA TOURS is a Diamond Coast tour operator
as the cemeteries, while interacting with the distinctive Orange River wilderness safari tours for both leisure business based in Port Nolloth. They are your expert
RIEMVASMAAK is a Nelson Mandela legacy project and Karoo residents to add to the Karoo charm. and business groups. Their tours encourage visitors to partner to explore the natural and cultural offerings of
key staging post on the Quiver Tree Food and Wine Martiens Kruger - 061 058 5594 experience the adventure of being outdoors, camping the Richtersveld World Heritage Site, Richtersveld Route
Route. Bordering the Augrabies Falls National Park [email protected] on the banks of the Orange River and sleeping under and Namaqua Coastal Route. As a local tour operator
Riemvasmaak offers spectacular scenery, traditional the stars. A true bucket list experience of the Quiver Tree they have special access to remote communities and
Nama cultural experiences, bird-watching, a number of HOTEL KGALAGADI in the Batlaros village near Kuruman Food and Wine Route! their cultural treasures such as the traditional live-stock
mountain bike and 4x4 trails and a delectable hot spring is owned by the legendary Meschack Nkadimang. Marie-Louise Kellet - 082 692 4399 farmers, Nama dances and traditional food. If you want
to end a day of exploring the Green Kalahari outback. Meshack was voted South Africa’s first Tourism [email protected] to experience the ins and outs, facts and fables of the
The Mountain Valley Coffee Shop is recommended. Ambassador in 2008. A hallmark of Hotel Kgalagadi is local diamond and fishing industry, best you tour with
Accommodation are ustic 8-bed and 4-bed chalets and the vintage cars built by Meschack himself. He is also FUSION GARDENS RESTAURANT in Galeshewe, the Aukwatowa team. They also offer safaris to the
a camping site situated at the foot of breath-taking good at crafting his own unique furniture to decorate Kimberley, is an award-winning eatery and offers a Kalahari, Namibia and Botswana and transfers.
granite cliffs. the rooms in the hotel. truly unique fusion of African and Western cuisine. The Conrad Mouton - 073 651 8833
Clarissa Damara: 083 873 7715 Meshack Nkadimang - 072 457 6102 garden-based restaurant features a new menu every [email protected]
[email protected] [email protected] day enhanced with produce from their own vegetable
and herb gardens. Do not miss their tripe pizza and
SUTHERLAND STARGAZING EXPERIENCE, a key THE WORKSHOP KO KASI is an innovative tourism smokey mopani wraps.
staging post on the Karoo Highlands Route where your product that employs recycling and sustainable tourism Moses Mahumapelo - 079 520 9462
expert connection with Africa’s Milky Way and all of its practices to create a unique village tourism experience. [email protected]
hidden treasures and the galaxies beyond. A popular This Kuruman based business, owned by two energetic
tour of the South African Astronomy Observatory is on young entrepreneurs, offers a set of unique nature
offer and visitors will be taken into the South African

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KWAZULU NATALEXPERIENCE THE BERG AND MIDLANDS OF

T he Harry Gwala Region enough to enjoy this journey. MISSION TOURISM
incorporates part of the Linked to the Rail tourism is an Art
Southern Drakensberg and Harry Gwala is an important site for a
Midlands of KZN. The region Gallery and Museum, featuring the work of complex of monasteries and missions that
shares part of the unique mountain Gerald Bhengu as one of train experiences, the Trappist monks created in the 19th
ranges in the world (The Drakensberg the last son of Centocow. Bhengu is an century across the Province of KwaZulu-
Would heritage site). The Region is well internationally recognised artist and his Natal The missions constitute a unique
endowed with natural resources and artwork is represented in numerous public cultural and heritage tourism asset in the
relatively unspoilt natural environments. and private collections both locally and Harry Gwala district, and provides an
Activities such as horse riding, mountain abroad. The art gallery celebrates the art important opportunity for story telling in
biking, river rafting, abseiling and that, among the greatest historical narrative
canoeing are available. Tourism within of KwaZulu Natal is the remarkable story of
the rural areas brings out the culture and the silent order of German Trappist monks
charm of the local people with cultural who came to share their particular vision
tours offering spectacular scenery. of Christian life with the population of the
KZN region more than a hundred years ago.
RAIL TOURISM
of Bhengu and also provides a historical
Sisonke Steam Train and the Paton record of African life prior to large scale
Country Narrow Gauge Railway have transformation to modern times.
developed a fledgling steam rail tourism
sector based on the existence of the AVITOURISM / BIRDING
underutilised Cape Natal Railway line
and the remnants of the narrow gauge Birding within the region is a major attraction.
line from Ixopo to Carisbrooke with a The Ntsikeni Nature Reserve is a unique
proposed extension to UMzimkhulu. birding spot which is home to some rare bird
This steam train offer a chance to species and has a Ramsar Convention Status.
experience the beauty of the KwaZulu
Natal Midlands and Southern Drakensberg,
while the off train experiences will
touch the ears of all people fortunate