The brand-new digital edition of Southern African Tourism Update is now all ready and ‘flashed up’ – all that remains to be done is for you to click here to read the latest issue!
Are we witnessing the death of the traditional tour operator? According to our experts, it is adapt or die for the travel channel as consumers increasingly opt to book direct. Read this edition’s cover story to make sure you’re one of the few who take the necessary steps to ensure survival.
For the first time ever, and in what will become a regular feature in each issue, Southern African Tourism Update is devoting an entire section of the magazine to the soaring business tourism industry. We’ll be bringing you everything you need to know about the MICE sector, from the movers and shakers that are shaping the industry, to cutting-edge industry developments such as the explosive popularity of hybrid events. PCOs can also stay on top of their game by discovering unusual new product, such as our pick of the five best repurposed venues in Gauteng.
We’ve also sniffed out food and wine markets that would satisfy even the most discerning of foodies, from the cool and vibey Old Biscuit Mill in Cape Town to the charming and traditional Boeremark in Pretoria.
Tired of the boring old well-trodden attractions in Mpumalanga and looking to spice up your itineraries to the province? Then don’t miss our round-up of quirky historic destinations that will allow your guests to learn more about ancient reed-bed-dwelling civilisations and mystical and unexplained giant fossilised footprints.
Please note, you will need the latest version of Adobe FlashPlayer to view the magazine - this can be downloaded here. Because the magazine uses flash technology, you will not be able to view it on your iPad or iPhone. Also download speeds may vary depending on your Internet connection.
We hope you enjoy the look and feel of our new digital publication!
