Articles May 2013
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Risk & Insurance
Tourism Insurance – Part 6
Summary: Part 1 in this series covered an introduction to insurance, an outline on the EC Directive, the basics of…
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Pitch Your Film at Wild Talk Africa 2013
Are you are a filmmaker with a great idea, but need funding? The Wild Talk Africa open pitching sessions are…
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2013 Sedibeng Tourism Awards Winners
The prestigious 2nd Sedibeng Tourism Awards was met with overwhelming enthusiasm from members of the region’s tourism stakeholders. Stakeholders from…
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Gauteng’s Winter Wine Fest gears up for July
If you are planning to treat your clients and guests to some serious Wine Tasting this year, then Gauteng’s very…
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SATSA elects new President at AGM
The Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA) elected Francois Neethling of Central South Africa Portfolio as its new President at…
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Cover Story
There were those who found it mildly amusing that the National Press Club made the rhino its Newsmaker of the…
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Attractions
Mountain Bikers Heaven
For tourists seeking an active outdoor experience, Holla Trails in KwaZulu-Natal’s Dolphin Coast region offers heaven on earth with well…
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Attractions
Striking Heritage Attractions for 2013
Opinions on South Africa’s heritage landmarks may differ but it’s hard to argue against Moja Heritage Collection’s selection below. By…
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Aviation
Most punctual airline in the world revealed
South African Airways is the most punctual airline in the world, according to a new report. And with a new…
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Business & Finance
FILTHY RICH and loving it
New research into South Africa’s super-rich reveals they aren’t just wealthy, they are far wealthier than previously assumed. According to…
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Business & Finance
So you want to be a tour operator?
Then this Tour Operator Training course is a must for you! The Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA) offers comprehensive…
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Business & Finance
SATSA secures Mobi Sites for members
As from this month, ALL SATSA members have access to a FREE mobile website (Mobi Site) solution, for both smartphone…
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Conservation
To Breed, to Dehorn or to Poison?
The debate on how best to conserve Africa’s dwindling rhino population rages on. Is flooding the market with legally harvested…
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A Rhino Knight’s Tale
In early 2009, the entire population of eleven Rhino were killed on an Eastern Cape reserve where we ran our…
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Ten reasons why Zimbabwe is a true Luxury Destination
It is no secret that in the last ten years or so Zimbabwe has been struggling with its perception as…
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80 000 Bikers hit KZN South Coast
Africa Bike Week, the largest free motorcycle rally in Africa, took place from Friday 26 to 29 April in Margate…
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RETOSA Events Calendar – MAY 2013
RETOSA has launched an annual events calendar aimed at keeping the travel trade informed on forthcoming events in each of…
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Vacation Lightly
Going on a vacation can often make a large difference to the impact that one has upon the environment. The…
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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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The new ‘POPI’
aka PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION ACT – PART 1 – INTRODUCTION As most of us are aware this has been…
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Giving by Gifting
Hand crafted gifts provide the safari industry with a way to give back to the African communities in need who…
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SATSA Market Intelligence Report
This month’s Market Intelligence Report from SATSA has been extracted from data available as at 24 April 2013, by Martin…
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How Risk Influences Travel Decisions
Tourists are faced with a multitude of decisions when deciding on a holiday destination and one of these is definitely…
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Policy Wording, Gaps and Exclusions
Having an insurance claim declined just when you need it most could cripple your business. Here are some pointers to…
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Win a 4 Night Getaway in Mozambique
THIS COMPETITION IS CLOSED To enter this competition, simply find the answer to the following question (the answer can be…
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New KZN Beach Resort Opportunity
Available to hospitality and tourism operators The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), Trade & Investment KZN (TIKZN), KwaZulu-Natal Tourism, Ilembe Enterprise…
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