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Tourism remains a key component of the South African economy.

Domestic travel is key to saving the tourism sector

Staying ahead of the digital curve, including local communities in tourism offerings and promoting domestic tourism can help the ailing tourism sector survive and thrive

Tourism is one of those low-hanging fruits that South Africa should exploit to resuscitate the economy post-Covid-19.

Domestic tourism to the rescue

The South African tourism sector’s recovery is up to us, because local travel can save the sector

Urban tourist magnets have nowhere to retreat to as sea levels rise with climate change. (Rajesh Jantilal/AFP via Getty Images)

Long road ahead for tourism-sector recovery

The pandemic has caused 50 000 businesses in the sector to temporarily close, putting 600 000 jobs at risk

Youngsters perform a Xhosa local dance at the Ngxingxolo Cultural Village

Eastern Cape’s Wild Coast has many hidden gems

It’s not only stunning: There’s so much for tourists to do!

South African Tourism promotes tourism in South Africa

Join our dynamic team as a service provider

The organisation and the opportunity

Tourism is one of those low-hanging fruits that South Africa should exploit to resuscitate the economy post-Covid-19.

KwaZulu-Natal tourism enjoys tangible growth

Flights to the province are increasing in number

The opening of one of the continent’s largest tourism marketing events was thoroughly documented by the media

Highlights worth looking out for at Africa’s Travel Indaba

Sho’t Left Travel Week offers locals discounts of up to 50%

Siyabulela Siyaka
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Siyabulela Siyaka

Director: Mzansi Restaurant

Head Concierge
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Head Concierge

Trailblazing customer care

Noncedo Seekoei
 (Photo Archive)

Noncedo Seekoei

Karoo Travel Dimensions

Lesego Sedumedi
 (Photo Archive)

Lesego Sedumedi

Founder: Onroute Adventures

The Roving Bantu
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The Roving Bantu

Trailblazing Trailblazing the trails

Virtual bus tour – 2030 (Photo Archive)

Tour 2.0

Trailblazing in the community

FamTim provides a fresh-air escape for those who want to spend a few days relaxing, switching off and not doing too much

Container living in Wolseley

Palmietvlei Farm grows blueberries and pears, and it’s possible to take endless strolls on the property

Chapman’s Peak has magnificent views of the ocean and skyline

​Exploring the False Bay coastline

In good weather, it’s hard to beat

11-day Cape Town, winelands and responsible family safari with Jumbari Family Safaris (Photo Archive)

11-day Cape Town, winelands and family safari

You will explore rich cultural heritage with your family on this 11-day journey

Features editor Zamatungwa Khumalo at the eSwatini border post, on one of her many travel adventures in South Africa

Celebrating 25 years of tourism in democratic South Africa

Editor’s note

Meetings Africa is a great platform for SMMEs, which allows them to increase their business footprint both locally and abroad

Igniting international independence

For the small South African business there’s significant potential in attending trade shows that allows for networking and collaboration

“From nature safaris, to adventure and culture, urban living to authentic township and rural encounters, we invited every corner of the world to join in the celebrations …” said Minister of Tourism Derek Hanekom at the Lilizela Awards

Energy and enthusiasm abounds in the tourism sector

Awards go to those with unique and authentic offerings

Winners of the National Lilizela awards

Lilizela Award winners announced

Revised grading standards will form part of quality assurance for accommodation