Minister visits Hermanus to boost local tourism

Writer: Hedda Mittner.

The Western Cape Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, David Maynier met with several representatives of the local tourism industry on Thursday, in support of Tourism Month and the #WeAreOpen campaign. The minister’s visit to Hermanus formed part of a road trip to showcase the many affordable and world-class experiences on offer in the Western Cape, while encouraging South Africans to support the province’s tourism and hospitality sectors.

Maynier’s itinerary included the West Coast, the Garden Route, Prince Albert, where he launched the exciting new Karoo Crossing Cycle Route, and finally, Hermanus.

Meeting up with Mayor of the Overberg District Municipality, Sakkie Franken, Cape Whale Coast Tourism Manager, Frieda Lloyd and Head of Wesgro: Leisure, Tourism & Trade, Inge Dykman, the Minister’s day in Hermanus kicked off with a boat trip on board Majestic Cruising to spot some whales and other marine life, followed by a walking tour of the FynArts Sculpture on the Cliffs exhibition at Gearing’s Point. The group also joined in the Heritage Day celebrations by taking part in the Jerusalema Dance Challenge at the Old Harbour.

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