Hospitality
News, views, and reviews on hospitality issues relating to the global travel and tourism industry.
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Putting Bums in Beds with Barter
How to trade unsold bed-nights for media (and improve cash-flow). We all know that advertising builds brands and generates new…
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The Rock that proved to be a Gem
Nestled in a tranquil suburb, African Rock Hotel is an exclusive five-star boutique property – the first and only one…
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Finding the perfect travel MEMENTO
After a lifetime in travel, my home is full of souvenirs and mementos of places I have visited. From the…
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Tsogo Sun develops entrepreneurs
I was privileged to attend a truly positive tourism event recently, writes Tattler Editor Marjorie Dean. This was the Awards…
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Republic of Hout Bay
Cape Town’s Hout Bay is not only famous for its fresh fish and busy harbour, but also as the “Republic…
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Warm and Welcoming – Natal Spa
Gooderson Leisure – A South African company for South African people. That’s what their marketing material says. And on a…
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From Post Office to Monarch Hotel
Converting a post office into a five star hotel may have been a challenge for some but not for the…
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Art Deco Boutique Hotel
Adrian Gardiner’s Shamwari Townhouse in Port Elizabeth underwent a major Art Deco revamp and relaunched as No5 Boutique Art Hotel…
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The Last Word on Constantia
Constantia in South Africa’s Western Cape provice is home to eight wine estates and three championship golf courses and The…
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Luxury Apartments at the southern tip of Africa
Self-catering apartments may be plentiful in the ‘Mother City’ of Cape Town but few match the sheer luxury and aesthetic…
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Origins of the Mobile Tented Safari
A safari experience is unique to Africa but what does it take to put together a truly memorable safari reminiscent…
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Garden Route Pearl with elevated sea views
The Western Cape province is home to South Africa’s Garden Route attractions and the tranquil village of Wilderness, famed for…
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The Smoke that Thunders – as the lion roars
For a classic bush experience reminicent of a by-gone era in the heart of Victoria Falls, treat your guests to…
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Good Value, Good Fun
Memories you can afford As tourism statistics show, both local and international tourists aren’t staying at home but rather going…
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The TGCSA recognises its quality assurance ambassadors
“We are determined to work with the assessors to help them deliver outstanding service to our industry and to establishments…
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New grading fees
With the implementation of the new Grading Criteria and Minimum Requirements in October 2010, the Tourism Grading Council of South…
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Barter Exchange – A viable solution for un-sold bed-nights
With barter having developed into a sophisticated business tool, barter exchange can help Africa’s hospitality trade to increase business efficiency…
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Green Mobility in the Hospitality Environment
Purpose designed or adapted golf carts are the preferred mode of shuttling guests from A to B within hospitality properties,…
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Vacation Ownership Proves Resilient in Tough Economy
According to a study done by Grant Thornton on behalf of the Vacation Ownership Association of Southern Africa (VOASA), vacation…
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