Mauritius is currently the most popular beach add-on for safari travellers, according to last week’s Tourism Update poll.
Asked which beach destination is currently the most popular safari add-on, 31% of respondents selected Mauritius, 23% Zanzibar and 16% South Africa. Mozambique attracted 15% of the vote while the Kenyan coast received 6%, Seychelles 4%, Madagascar 3% and other 2%.
This week’s poll
Parliament has once again turned its attention to dual pricing at South African tourism attractions, reigniting debate about international visitors paying more than locals.
While differential pricing is already used at some attractions, the latest discussions have prompted wider questions about expanding the model and the impact it could have on destination competitiveness and visitor perceptions.
Some have argued that higher international tariffs could generate additional revenue and make attractions more affordable for domestic travellers. Others warn that expanding dual pricing could undermine South Africa’s value proposition and create a negative impression among overseas visitors.
This week’s poll asks:
