ARTICLES RELATING TO TOURISM

UK tourist visas may be bad move - expert

2013-05-21 09:34
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Requiring British tourists to obtain visas to visit South Africa could negatively affect the country's economy, a tourism expert says.

Minister: Egypt welcomes booze, bikinis

2013-05-05 18:10

Egypt is open to visitors who drink alcohol and wear bikinis as it sets out to boost tourism numbers, says Minister Hisham Zaazou.

Carnival set to boost Zim tourist tally

2013-04-17 10:23

Zimbabwe expects to attract over 800 foreign tourists with its international carnival, with 14 countries already registered for the event.

Row over safety on Table Mountain

2013-04-11 11:20

An action group in Cape Town has sought legal advice to see if Table Mountain crime victims can take class action against SA National Parks and the city.

SA is still a tourism hub, says Zuma

2013-03-08 16:59

South Africa continues to be an attractive international tourism destination, President Jacob Zuma says.

Historic Kenyan polls draining profits

2013-03-04 13:25

As Kenyans take to the ballot, the country's lucrative tourism industry is feeling the pinch over fears of election violence.

Table Mountain crime down

2013-02-25 08:29

Crime against Table Mountain users has dropped since the establishment of a safety forum, SA National Parks says.

Bad press hinders tourism, says minister

2013-02-11 14:20

Under-performance in the tourism field stems from negative reporting of Africa, says Deputy Tourism Minister Tokozile Xasa.

Wildlife resorts devastated by floods

2013-01-23 22:36

Several wildlife resorts have been devastated by the heavy rains and floods that battered Limpopo province in the last few days, tourism officials says.

Fewer Christmas holiday travellers

2012-12-25 18:20

The number of people travelling through South Africa's ports of entry, about 2.8 million, is down by 3% from the previous year, the department of home affairs says.

Botswana to ban wildlife hunting

2012-11-29 13:21

Botswana, one of Africa’s premier safari destinations says it will ban commercial hunting of wildlife because of a decline in animal population.

Vicky's B&B: A loss for tourism

2012-11-23 10:43

Cape Town's tourism community is deeply saddened by the death of township tourism pioneer Vicky Ntozini.

New team effort to promote Brand SA

2012-11-15 15:19

Visa and South African Tourism have signed an agreement to cooperate closely to promote the country’s tourist attractions to a global audience.

Switzerland tries to revive tourism

2012-10-28 10:54

Going on holiday is rarely cheap, but tour operators are touting a raft of options to suit all budgets in the hope of bringing back the crowds.

Cape Town Tourism dealt budget-cut blow

2012-10-19 11:10

Cape Town Tourism's role is being questioned following the City of Cape Town's decision to reduce its budget and redirect its mandate.

Mugabe's house to become tourist site

2012-10-18 11:40

Zimbabwean ministers have approved plans to spruce-up old homes of pre-independence nationalists to promote township tourism, a move criticised as government's "misplaced priorities".

More tourists flock to SA

2012-10-14 11:59

Tourist arrivals to South Africa have increased by 10.5% over the first six months of this year, despite the global economic downturn.

Tunisia riots calm down

2012-10-07 16:01

A tense calm is reigning on the Tunisian tourist island of Djerba after clashes between police and residents protesting the re-opening of a rubbish dump in the south-west of the island.

July tourism accommodation income up

2012-09-25 11:26

Total income for SA's accommodation industry rose by 8.8% in July this year compared with the same month last year‚ Statistics SA says.

Tourists told to skip Robben Island

2012-09-13 09:08

Some tour operators are reportedly discouraging tourists from visiting Robben Island in Cape Town because of repeated delays in its ferry service.

Nile cruises resume after 18 years

2012-08-26 22:28

Nile cruises from Egypt's capital Cairo to Luxor have resumed over the weekend after being halted 18 years ago because of security concerns.

UK tourism slumps during Olympics

2012-08-13 14:13

The Olympics has brought less tourist money to recession-hit Britain than officials promised, with a majority of businesses reporting losses from last year.

Colosseum restoration to start soon

2012-07-31 18:45

The long-delayed repairs of Rome's 2 000-year-old Colosseum will begin in December in a project funded by Italian billionaire Diego Della Valle to save the crumbling monument.

No light at end of R74

2012-07-29 14:55

The Free State road crisis has sunk businesses and lead to scores sitting without jobs.

Judge slams Pilgrim’s Rest tenders

2012-07-26 19:20

Judge Stanley Makgoba has criticised the tender process to obtain new tenants followed by the provincial authorities, the owners of the Pilgrim's Rest.

 

SA tourism indaba to focus on Africa

2013-05-12 12:42

The SA tourism Indaba should expand its platform by attracting even more exhibitors and buyers from Africa, Tourism Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk says.

Zuma: SA tourism growth 'phenomenal'

2013-04-25 14:04

The number of tourists visiting South Africa in 2012 surpassed the 9 million mark and rose by 10%, more than doubling gobal growth, President Jacob Zuma says.

SA tourism outshines world average

2013-04-16 20:24

South Africa stands out as a tourist destination, with growth rates exceeding the global average, says Tourism Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk.

Expect more tourists: Van Schalkwyk

2013-03-19 19:24

Emerging-market destinations are expected to experience a rise in international arrivals the next 20 years, Tourism Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk says.

Tourism increases in 2012

2013-03-06 14:43

Tourism numbers increased by 10.4% between January and October last year, the tourism ministry says.

India tourism increasing: Van Schalkwyk

2013-02-25 19:30

South Africa could attract more than 100 000 tourists a year from India by 2014, says Tourism Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk.

Zimbabwe arrests 'rude' French tourists

2013-02-13 15:27

Zimbabwe police say they have detained seven "extremely rude" French tourists in the resort town of Victoria Falls.

Global tourism peaked in 2012 - UN

2013-01-29 14:40

International tourist arrivals exceeded one billion for the first time last year, with the Asia-Pacific region posting the biggest increase in foreign visitors, a UN body says.

Table Mountain boosts Cape tourism

2013-01-10 11:00

Table Mountain's cableway had a record-breaking holiday season and tourism in Cape Town is reaping the benefits, according to a report.

Boom for Bloemfontein hospitality industry

2012-12-15 22:46

Guest house and B&B owners in Bloemfontein have experienced a boost in business this year, mostly due to the ANC elective conference.

Tourist tally for SA down in August

2012-11-26 14:55

A total of 2.941 million travellers passed through SA ports of entry in August compared to the 3.034 million travellers in July‚ Statistics SA says.

Tourism trailblazer murdered in Cape Town

2012-11-23 10:00

A woman who owned a popular B&B and is said to be a trailblazer for township tourism has been brutally murdered at her Khayelitsha home.

Minister: SA can be travel hub

2012-11-01 16:27

South Africa is perfectly situated to become a major travel hub for the southern hemisphere, says Tourism Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk.

Knysna among top 5 African cities

2012-10-22 11:23

Knysna has been voted the second best city in Africa by Conde Nast Traveller readers. Take a look at the other winners.

De Lille: Cape Town needs new tourists

2012-10-18 18:22

Growing tourism in Cape Town in a weak global economy will require attracting more visitors from emerging economies, says mayor Patricia de Lille.

Zuma welcomes tourism figures

2012-10-15 19:12

Reports that tourist arrivals to South Africa have grown in the first six months of the year is welcome news, says President Jacob Zuma.

SKA a boost for the Karoo - Zuma

2012-10-09 15:33

The Square Kilometre Array's location in the Northern Cape will be a boost for the Karoo region, President Jacob Zuma says.

Toll fees to cover Chapman's Peak costs

2012-10-01 17:05

The Western Cape has slammed a report that it would cost millions to fix a slope above the Chapman's Peak toll plaza as "extremely exaggerated".

Modise: Tourism can create jobs

2012-09-20 18:37

Local tourism is important for creating jobs and fighting unemployment, says North West premier Thandi Modise.  

Tourism still under pressure

2012-08-30 14:28

The tourism sector remains under pressure despite a slightly improved business climate compared to last year, says Tourism Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk.

June tourism accommodation income up

2012-08-20 13:53

Total income for SA’s accommodation industry has increased by 13.4% in June this year compared with the same month last year‚ according to Stats SA.

Pilgrim’s Rest pans for new prospects

2012-08-05 16:35

The Mpumalanga department of public works, roads and transport says it is hammering out a plan to “re-engineer” Pilgrim’s Rest as both a heritage site and a tourist attraction.

Mining threatens holiday town

2012-07-29 15:07

The tourism industry in a coastal town in KwaZulu-Natal is under threat after a mining licence was awarded to an international firm, according to a news report.

Pilgrim's Rest group 'excited' after ruling

2012-07-26 20:48

The applicants of an urgent court interdict barring the Mpumalanga authorities from carrying out evictions in Pilgrim's Rest are excited about their court victory.

Olympics a showcase for Britain

2012-07-18 16:32

The London Olympics represent the UK's best chance to sell itself in more than 150 years, says a government official.

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