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Arrivals & Hotel STR Statistics
The current SATSA Market Intelligence Report can be viewed in the MAY 2014 magazine edition (Click on the cover image…
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Statutory Business Requirements
Statutory Registrations are a very important part of running a business legally in South Africa and must be adhered to.…
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OSCAP Rhino Conference
UPDATE: The OSCAP rhino trade conference in Johannesburg last week resolved to act against any proposals to legalise the rhino…
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March for Lions – A Roaring Success
The Global March for Lions held on March 15th was a roaring success in terms of support and media exposure.…
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Destination Review: Kenya’s Maasai Mara
The Maasai Mara Ecosystem is home to the Big Five, among other species of wildlife, and has one of the…
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Property Review – Mdumbi Backpackers
Mdumbi Backpackers, located on the Wild Coast of South Africa’s Eastern Cape province, is quickly becoming a badly kept secret.…
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‘POPI’ Part 11
The New Protection Of Personal Information (POPI) Act – PART 11 – PRINCIPLE #9 CODES OF CONDUCT (Sections 60 –…
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Passenger Liability Replacement
Tourism Tattler readers may be aware that the Constitutional Court found the amendments to the Road Accident Fund Act to…
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Hotel Projects in Mozambique
Boundless Southern Africa has two tourism based investment opportunities located inside the boundaries of the Limpopo National Park in Mozambique. By…
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Africa’s Visa Requirements
Africa is one of the regions in the world with the highest visa requirements. Visa restrictions imply missed economic opportunities…
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Earth Hour 2014 – Live Updates
A big thank you to everyone who joined Tourism Tattler’s call to unite for Earth Hour 2014. Millions of people…
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Travel Trade Shows
How to attract the best of them. Trade shows have long been seen as an important marketing tool for a…
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Under Insurance Risks
The protracted devaluation of the rand over the last two years has left many insured’s with inadequate cover. The effect…
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March Cover Story
Our front cover for March is dedicated to the lion (Panthera leo) − one of the four big cats in…
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Major Victory in Conservation Battle
Following the feature article “Virunga Under Oil Threat – DR Congo” published in the Tourism Tattler October 2013 edition (pages…
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Tanzania elephant poaching under UN spotlight
Failing to combat poaching of elephants and illegal trade in ivory, Tanzania has been placed under the United Nations (UN)…
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Global Tourist Arrivals up by 52 million in 2013
Despite a global economy in ‘low gear’ international tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) grew by 5% for 2013. Destinations around the…
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Destination Update: Kenya
Tourism Tattler asked the Kenya Tourism Board’s Managing Director Murithi Ndegwa, for a couple of bullet points on the countries prospects as…
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Zimbabwe: Interview with Ross Kennedy
Ross Kennedy, CEO of Africa Albida Tourism, talks about Victoria Safari Lodge, the Green Season and the Tourism Rebate Extension…
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The Taxing Problem of Invoice Compliance
For a South African registered Value Added Tax (VAT) vendor to be able to claim back the input VAT (on…
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February Cover Story
Africa’s potential for regional and domestic travel is set to boom as foreign investment floods the continent and internet accessibility…
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€14.4 Million Boost to Fund Rhino Anti-Poaching
The fight against rhino poaching has received a boost, with a international pledge of €14.4 million (R232.2 million) to the…
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How to Boost Hotel Room Sales across Africa
Online travel booking agencies are causing waves in Africa as they help hotels and guesthouses to ride the growing tide…
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Say No to Trade in Rhino Horn
The highly questionable motive to reinstate a legalised trade in rhino horn, as is currently being purported by numerous “conservationists”…
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STPP supports Climate Leadership Corps Training
The Sustainable Tourism Partnership Programme (STPP) and the Sustainable Tourism Partnership Programme have announced training dates for the popular Climate Reality…
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Responsible Tourism & the Environment
The Earth Day Network will be promoting its Green Cities campaign on 22 April 2014. Launched in 2013, the Green…
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Property Review – Club Mykonos – South Africa
A Piece of Greece on South Africa’s West Coast Club Mykonos is a popular holiday destination for both domestic and…
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Global March for Lions – 15 March 2014
South African wildlife activists have initiated a Global March for Lions that will be held in designated cities throughout the…
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10 Years of Xmas Babies for Elephants Alive
Elephants Alive thought you would enjoy some photos of baby elephants which we have sighted over the past 10 years.…
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BRICS Tourism Analysis
South Africa’s tourist arrivals from BRIC countries grew by 20.8 percent since 2010. From Jan 2010 to Nov 2012, 748…
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January Cover Story
As we enter the dawn of a new year, the Tourism Tattler January 2014 magazine looks at the trends that…
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Poaching: Latest News in Africa
Is it all bad news in the war, poachers vs wildlife? Oxpeckers reports on the latest developments. Click on a…
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What do Tourists Want?
A TripAdvisor survey reveals the hotel amenities travelers can and can’t do without. TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel site, announced…
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Floating Hotels of the Future
As fears of global warming induced population displacement are steadily realized, the allure of waterborne aquatecture becomes more and more…
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Government Tourism Scam
South Africa charges visitors USD70 for free tourist visa. By Prof. Dr. Wolfgang H.Thome. Kenyans started reacting sharply to news…
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Port Elizabeth Speed Marketing Session Boosts Local Tourism
Tourism product owners, from East London to the Tsitsikamma and as far inland as Cradock, gathered in Port Elizabeth in…
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You don’t have to be an intrepid traveller to come to SA
Is it the glorious climate? The magnificent wildlife? The spectacular beaches? The rich cultural diversity or the delectable local cuisine?…
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Seychelles Creolization Festival a resounding success
Tourism Tattler was invited by the Seychelles Minister of Tourism and Culture, Alain St. Ange to attend the 2013 Festival…
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Become an Official NSRI Shore Crew Member
Help save lives and stand to win R50 000 every month and R100 000 annually for supporting Sea Rescue. As…
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Tata Madiba – We walk in your footsteps
Tourism Tattler extends its deepest sympathies to the friends and family of former South African president Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, the…
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Mtunzini Conservancy: Appeal against Water use license of TRONOX
This message is about the campaign to address the proposed sand dune mining to the South of the town of…
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Zimbabwe: 7 Myth Busters
When Suzanne and I travel the world and tell people that Zimbabwe’s tourism is on the rise and that it’s…
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Break the grip of the Rip®
Rip currents can develop anywhere where there are breaking waves. These rivers of current are made by water draining from…
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Thula Thula Rhinos Dye
To face the harsh reality of rhino poaching in South Africa, rhino horn infusion is being used as a security…
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Tourism Grading Council Provides Unique Benefits
The Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) claims that it is the only organisation in the country that can give…
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Bus Rapid Transit in South Africa
October was transport month and the debate over public passenger transport in South Africa has been long and hard, and…
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Midlands Meander Association supports rare Karkloof Blue butterfly
The Midlands Meander Association recently donated R10 000 to the Endangered Karkloof Blue Butterfly Conservation Programme as part of their longstanding…
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Gambling revenues perform well in Africa
According to the latest PwC report, gambling held up very well in the last year despite a stagnated economy. Gross gambling…
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Travel Agent Fraud Alert
Tourism Tattler came across the following scam perpetrated against a travel agent and thought it worthy of bringing to our…
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Liability Risks in Tourism
In the digital information age people and businesses are driven more by technology and mobility than ever before, which can…
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Tanzania Tourism From South Africa To Benefit On Three Fronts
South Africans travelling to Tanzania on holiday or business no longer require visas – and vice-versa. This significant move for…
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Africa’s Tourism Arrivals
International tourism arrival figures are a hotly debated issue but Tourism Tattler thought it would be interesting to take a…
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Hotel Scam Alert
Tourism Tattler received the following scam alert from a concerned reader: You arrive at your hotel and check in at…
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Destination Marketing: The Quest for Funds
Tourism marketing, be it in support of destinations, attractions, airlines, airports, hotels, resorts or events, has become a very expensive…
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Adventure Tourism: SCUBA Diving
Adventure tourism, and SCUBA diving in particular, has become an immensely popular leisure tourism activity, specifically over the past 10…
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Off Road Guides and Tour Operators Association of South Africa
In 2005 the Minister of Environmental Affairs and Tourism called for owners and users of inland 4×4 recreational driving tracks…
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Article Comments from September
Congratulations to Pete Allsop of Ilha Blue Island Safaris in Mozambique, whose comment has been chosen as the prize winner…
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South Africa a destination of choice for home buyers
Propelled into the global spotlight and often described as ‘the world in one country’ during the 2010 Soccer World Cup,…
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End of the Road for Rhino Knights
After traversing 9,259km on foot and bicycle around Southern Africa for rhino, Isabel Wolf-Gillespie finally completed the marathon journey after…
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Virunga Under Oil Threat – DR Congo
Ever heard of Virunga? It’s Africa’s oldest national park, and a treasured World Heritage Site, located in the Democratic Republic…
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The New ‘POPI’ Act – Part 6
‘POPI’ is an acronym for the PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION ACT. PRINCIPLE #4 – FURTHER PROCESSING LIMITATION By Adv. Loui…
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SATSA Market Intelligence Report
This month’s Market Intelligence Report from SATSA has been extracted from data available as at 27 September 2013, by Martin Jansen…
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Serengeti Highway Update
Tanzanian contracts awarded to tarmac roads West of the Serengeti Serengeti Watch, a non-profit organisation founded to oppose the Tanzania…
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Heritage Day Braai-B-Que contest
Tourism Month is also Heritage Month and one of the highlights of the Johannesburg Good Food & Wine Show, at…
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Walk the Talk for Wildlife In War Zones
Get those walking shoes out on Sunday 29th September and help to protect wildlife in war zones by walking for animals from…
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Western Cape raises awareness of water assets this Tourism Month
Residents of the Western Cape are surrounded beautiful beaches and rivers which are being showcased as the province celebrates national…
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Click to view Tourism Month news
Read some of the ways that the travel trade in Africa are celebrating Tourism Month and World Tourism Day. …
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Directory Listings increase SEO
One of the main benefits of listing in a trade directory is highly quality back links. All search engines consider the number…
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Mobile Marketing Explosion
Mobile marketing is exploding as consumers increasingly use their smart phones and mobile devices to travel, shop and spend. Current…
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Article Comments from August
Congratulations to Onne Vegter of Wild Wings Safaris in South Africa, whose comment has been chosen as the prize winner for August. Onne’s prize of Two Stainless…
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South Africa – The gains made in 20 years
Remarkable strides have been made since South Africa embraced democracy. By John Young. When Nelson Mandela took the oath of…
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Rhino Knights Update
After traversing South Africa, Namibia and Botswana Isabel Wolf-Gillespie reports on her progress from Zimbabwe, since departing on her 10,000km…
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Ecotourism hub of Mtunzini under threat
Mtunzini – From unspoilt ecotourism hub to dusty, mining town in 10 years? The proposed mining of the area south…
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Ecotourism & Sustainable Tourism Conference
The Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference (ESTC), taking place in Nairobi, Kenya from 24 to 27 September, aims to explore…
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Registration opens for The SUMMIT
Gauteng Tourism and the Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) have officially announced the hosting of the inaugural South…
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World Tourism Day – 27 September
In support of United Nations International Year of Water Cooperation, World Tourism Day (WTD) on 27 September 2013 is being…
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South Africa’s Welcome Challenge
It’s the little things we do that make a big difference. “Even in the middle of the bush, making sure…
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The New ‘POPI’ Act – Part 5
‘POPI’ is an acronym for the PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION ACT. PRINCIPLE #3 – PURPOSE SPECIFICATION: PART 1 By Adv.…
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SATSA Market Intelligence Report
This month’s Market Intelligence Report from SATSA has been extracted from data available as at 26 August 2013, by Martin…
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Using Film Festivals as a Tourism Marketing Tool
Considering the limited marketing budgets that most tourism organisations face, film festivals and film productions can be leveraged as an…
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Property Review – Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
The word ‘Kwandwe’ is derived from the isiXhosa language and means “Place of the Blue Crane”, which is appropriate given…
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Samara Introduces New Mandela Landscapes Tour
Samara Private Game Reserve in South Africa’s beautiful Eastern Cape, is delighted to announce a new seven day tour which…
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60 Seconds with WTM’s Simon Press
Tourism Tattler interviews Simon Press, Director at Reed Travel Exhibitions, about World Travel Market’s vital role in facilitating travel industry business…
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Rhino Knights Update 3
After traversing South Africa and Namibia Isabel Wolf-Gillespie reports on her progress from Botswana, since departing on her arduous 10,000km…
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Can we afford to experiment with rhinos?
The recent announcement by the South African Minster of Environment, expressing the South African Government’s endorsement of a proposal to…
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Scotland and Turkey
Tattler editor Marjorie Dean is just back from a holiday in Europe. On trend, she decided to mark a special…
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Kenya ranks second in Africa in MICE tourism
Conference tourism is emerging as Kenya’s new growth frontier, earning the country second position after South Africa last year in…
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BirdLife South Africa welcomes code of conduct for wind energy
BirdLife South Africa has welcomed the recent launch of the South African Wind Energy Association’s (SAWEA) recommended Code of Conduct…
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RETOSA Events Calendar – August
RETOSA’s annual events calendar is aimed at keeping the travel trade informed on forthcoming events in each of the 14…
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