Vol 13 | ISSUE 02 | Q2 2019
ISSUE 02 2019 PUBLISHER TourismTattler.com PostNet Suite #63, Private Bag X7, Chempet, 7442 Cape Town, South Africa. Website: www.tourismtattler.com EXECUTIVE EDITOR Des Langkilde Cell: +27 (0)82 374 7260 Fax: +27 (0)86 651 8080 E-mail: editor@tourismtattler.com Skype: tourismtattler
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Africa’s Story Taking Africa’s Art to the World Uniting a Nation The South African Flag Plett HIGH Five
Green Seats for Africa
The Hotel Show Africa
Tulbach
fifty years after the earthquake
Tongabezi
Luxury Holidays for a
Brighter Future for Africa
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EDITORS’ COMMENT
In a bid to boost tourism in Africa, it is time that we change our narrative from a continent that needs saving to one that is thriving. Amanda Kotze-Nhlapo - SANCB
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Telling Africa’s Story ‘Africa’s stories - your success’, was this year’s key theme at Africa’s Travel Indaba held at the International Convention Centre in Durban from 02 - 05 May. Speaking at a media launch prior to the event, Amanda Kotze-Nhlapo of the South Africa National Convention Bureau (SANCB) elaborated on the theme by saying that Africans must own their narrative so that they can embark on the journey of changing the continent’s story. “We no longer look to the world for affirmation or inspiration, the world looks to us. We are real, vibrant and driven to succeed. So, we invite the world to journey with us and tell the new story of Africa.” Kotze-Nhlapo added that the responsibility of safeguarding Africa’s narrative is not only up to its storytellers but all Africans. “In this post-truth world, it is up to each of us to be vigilant about the way Africa is depicted. We can be the watchdogs of misrepresented stories and best of all, we have the digital tools to keep the narrative truthful.” She said social media gives everyone the power to engage with media, influencers and other prominent individuals so that “we can change the narrative together and basically set the story straight”. And that’s exactly what this issue of Tourism Tattler aims to do: to showcase Africa’s Story. Travel • Enjoy • Respect Des Langkilde - Editor.
Tourism in Africa – The Facts According to 2018 reports from the United Nations World Tourism Organization and World Travel and Tourism Council: • The continent’s total foreign receipts in 2017 amounted to US$ 177,6 billion, contributing 8,1% of total Gross Domestic Product (GDP). • In 2017, Africa’s share of investment in travel and tourism was US$ 28,2 billion, or 5,7% of total investment in the continent. • In 2017, direct travel and tourism employment in Africa rose to 9,3 million, the equivalent of 1 in 11 jobs. This is an 11,2% increase from 2016.
South Africa – At a Glance • South Africa saw 10.5-million international tourist arrivals in 2018. • It translates to a growth of 1.8% compared to the previous year. • South Africa has the largest tourism economy in Africa having contributed 1.5 million jobs (9.2% of South Africa’s employment) • Tourism contributes 8.6% to the South African GDP. • 44% of the tourism spend came from international travellers, amounting to R128-billion. • 56% of spend came from domestic travel, which translates to R163-billion. Tourism Tattler
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Seychelles Hospitality & Tourism Association
+1.202.835.1115 • africatravelassociation.org ATA is a division of the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) and a registered non-profit trade association in the USA.
+248 432 5560 • www.shta.sc The SHTA’s primary focus is to unite all Seychelles tourism industry stakeholders under one association.
The African Travel & Tourism Association
International Coalition of Tourism Partners (ICTP)
+44 20 7937 4408 • www.atta.travel Based in London, the Atta has members in 22 African countries and 37 worldwide.
www.tourismpartners.org ICTP is a travel and tourism coalition of global destinations committed to Quality Services and Green Growth.
National Accommodation Association of South Africa
International Institute for Peace through Tourism
+27 86 186 2272 • www.naa-sa.co.za The NAA-SA is a network of mainly smaller accommodation providers throughout South Africa.
www.iipt.org IIPT is dedicated to fostering tourism initiatives that contribute to international understanding and cooperation.
Regional Tourism Organisation of Southern Africa +27 11 315 2420/1 • www.retosa.co.za RETOSA is responsible for tourism growth and development in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region.
The Hotel Show Africa 2019 TheHotelShowAfrica.com Thousands of hospitality professionals from around the world will be at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg from 23-25 June.
Southern African Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association
Tourism, Hotel Investment and Networking Conference 2019
manager@savrala.co.za • www.savrala.co.za SAVRALA is the representative voice of Southern Africa’s vehicle rental, leasing and fleet management sector.
Website: ThincAfrica.co.za THINC Africa 2019 takes place on Tuesday 27th August at The Westin Hotel, Cape Town.
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Taking Africa’s Art to the World “Growth is never by mere chance; it is the result of forces working together.” – J.C.Penney – Founded in November 2017, The Travelling Art Gallery is a collaborative initiative of African artists steered by two Cape Town based creative Germans, Barbara Lenhard and Florian Gast. Their collective ambition is to take African art to the world and invite the world to visit Africa. And this they have done exceedingly well with 12 South African artists and 80 stunning artworks displayed at three pop-up exhibitions in three German cities for 10 days each in 2018. Funding for the 2018 pop-up expos over 50 days was raised via two successful Kickstarter crowdfunding campaigns in 2018. This year, 15 artists and over 100 artworks will be displayed in Frankfurt, Stuttgart and Munich from 13 June to 21 July 2019. For more information visit TheTravellingArtGallery.com Watch the 53 sec video clip about the 2019 project and the cities to be visited below:
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Uniting a NATION 25th Anniversary of the South African Flag To this day, the peaceful settlement negotiated in Johannesburg is hailed as one of the greatest achievements in modern political history. And while South Africa’s remarkable journey from apartheid to democracy has been documented extensively, the full history of the development of the ‘new’ South African flag has never been published. Flying with Pride is the story of the South African flag. This story covers a short, but intense period from August 1993 until April 1994. It is only eight months, but eight important months that would forever change the DNA of South Africa as a country. This ‘coffee-table style book’ looks at how the people of South Africa have embraced the flag and used it for anything from company logos to pendants, from hard hats to bow ties and let’s not forget our great export to the world – the Vuvuzela! It also includes the fascinating (and often humorous) stories from when the Multi-Party Negotiating Council created a commission to look at National Symbols, until the flag flew for the first time in 1994. The Flying with Pride books are ideal tourist mementos and can be ordered with personalised fly sheet & corporate branding, at R395.00 (VAT incl). Bulk discounts apply.
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lettenberg Bay is renown as a adventure destination along South Africa’s Garden Route. The recently launched ‘Plett HIGH Five Adventure Week’ runs from 23 – 29 September 2019 and offers adrenalin seekers over 30 different adventure activities across the region, from the forests of Harkerville to the mountains of Tsitsikamma. Plett is the ultimate base camp from which to tackle the toughest, most insane adventures to be found. Whether you’re young or old, or a family with children, your Plett adventure is just a click away. Tourism Tattler
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The Adventure Begins On the following pages, we’ve hand-picked a selection of Plett Tourism accommodation options and adventure activities along the Garden Route. And, best of all, we’ve arranged exclusive 40%-off offers* for readers. Simply click on the hyperlinked deal to secure your adventure break-away. Are you ready to take on your Plett HIGH FIVE? *T&Cs apply: offers valid to 30 Sep 2019, subject to availabiity at the time of booking. Tourism Tattler
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lett’s diverse natural landscape caters to the accommodation needs of different adventurers. Time to get up to your elbows in ‘down and dirty’, then freshen up and relax with Pletts renown hospitality. It’s been far too long since last you watched the sun rise over the ocean or marveled at the magnificent beaches and indigenous fynbos landscape. Yes, it’s adventure season folks and there’s no time like between now and September to take that long-awaited break and see what Plett and the Garden Route has to offer. To help you along, we’ve bundled the following stays with activities at 40% off:
Hotels, Resorts, Guesthouses The Adventure Begins 2-NIGHT STAY FOR 2 WITH KAYAK AND LILO ADVENTURE FOR 2
Anlin Beach House offers 4-Star luxury a mere 100 metres walk to the beautiful and unspoilt Robberg Beach and is ideal for family holidays or couples. Beach towels, chairs and umbrellas are provided.
Untouched Adventures. Kayak across the ocean, end up In the glorious Storms River and finally end off on Lilo’s where you can relax and marvel at the wonders of nature from a new and unique perspective.
More info at www.anlinbeachhouse.co.za
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2-NIGHT STAY FOR 2 WITH KAYAK EXPERIENCE FOR 2
Arch Rock Resort‘s Seafront Guest Suites and Luxury Chalets are situated right on the beachfront of tranquil Keurboomstrand.
Real Cape Adventures’ Kayak Experience guided kayak tours explore the Plettenberg Bay coastline and lagoon eco-system.
More info at www.archrockresort.com
More info at www.realcape.co.za
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2-NIGHT STAY FOR 4 WITH ZIP-LINE ADVENTURE FOR 4
Bayside Lodge is a 5 Bedroomed 4-Star B&B owner managed by host couple Adrienne and Bernie Esterhuyse after they retired from careers operating a lodge in Zambia and with Chobe Holdings, Botswana.
Ziplines In Plett is one of the longest and fastest zip-lines in the Garden Route with 6 different zip-lines at varying distances and heights of up to 40 meters above the forest floor. The venue is situated off Airport Road, about 6km from Plett in a beautiful valley.
More info at www.baysidelodge.co.za
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▲ Robberg Nature Reserve. Image courtesy of Scott Ramsay. Tourism Tattler
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The Adventure Begins 2-NIGHT STAY FOR 2 Christiana Lodge is a luxury architect designed lodge in Solar Beach, between Robberg and the Brakkloof Wetland. The beach is a 5-minute walk and Plett is only 4,5 km away. More info at www.christianalodge.com
HORSE RIDING FOR 2 Hog Hollow Horse Trails provides magnificent views over mountains, forest and farmland, whilst riding through grassy fields, indigenous Fynbos, local vineyards and old woodcutters’ forest trails. More info at www.horseridinggardenroute.com
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Storms River Mouth. Image courtesy of SA Tourism.
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Hotels, Resorts, Guesthouses 2-NIGHT STAY FOR 2 WITH BUNGY JUMPS FOR 2
Bayview Hotel is privately owned and managed by an efficient and friendly team. It is situated in the heart of Plett village and is a mere stroll to the beach, shops, and pavement cafes.
Face Adrenalin operates Bloukrans Bungy - the worlds highest commercial bridge bungy jump at 216 meters (709 feet) above the Bloukrans River. This will be most amazing experience of your life!
More info at www.bayviewhotel.co.za
More info at www.faceadrenalin.com
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2-NIGHT STAY FOR 6 WITH OCEAN YACHT CRUISE FOR 6
Packwood Wine & Country Estate offers a unique experience with acres of green pastures, magical mountains, indiginous forest and the distant ocean - a true taste of country living at its best.
Ocean Sailing Charters offers the ultimate in luxury catamaran sailing. Enjoy a thrilling entry into the surf by tender, then board the 44ft yacht Ocean Rhythm for a 2 – 2.5 hour Sunset Cruise.
More info at www.packwood.co.za
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The Adventure Begins 2-NIGHT STAY FOR 4 WITH CANYONING FOR 4
Forest Nest Cottage is a rustic mountain facing three-bed roomed self-catering cottage bordering the forest in Stormsriver Village, and is ideal for a family of four to six.
Africanyon offers a “Full Monty” 4-hour trip that includes abseiling, jumps from various heights, and rock-pool zip-lining. Minimum age 8 years and Abseil equipment, harness, wetsuit, helmet and lifejackets.
More info at www.stormsriver.com
More info at www.africanyon.com
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2-NIGHT STAY FOR 4 WITH CANOPY TOUR ADVENTURE FOR 4
Fynbos Ridge Country House is a gracious 5-Star Cape-style Manor House set amongst fragrant fynbos with spectacular mountain views. The property abounds with birdlife.
Stormsriver Adventures is a responsible tourism company and leader in cable sliding (or zip-lining) based in the heart of the majestic Tsitsikamma National Forest.
More info at www.fynbosridge.co.za
More info at www.stormsriver.com
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Hotels, Resorts, Guesthouses 2-NIGHT STAY FOR 2 Lily Pond Country Lodge is situated amongst lily ponds and indigenous forests and is renowned for its tranquility and its restaurants’ creative cuisine. More info at www.lilypond.co.za
TEAM-BUILD FOR 2 Ingwe Forest Adventures offers teambuilding, environmental education and conservation-based programmes and adventures within the Garden Route area. More info at www.ingwe.org.za
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The Adventure Begins 2-NIGHT STAY FOR 2 The Junction Boutique Hotel is a new upmarket luxury boutique hotel conveniently situated in main street Plett within walking distance from most amenities with an on-site restaurant. More info at www.thejunctionhotel.co.za
BUNGY JUMPS FOR 2 Face Adrenalin operates Bloukrans Bungy - the worlds highest commercial bridge bungy jump at 216 meters (709 feet) above the Bloukrans River. This will be most amazing experience of your life! More info at www.faceadrenalin.com
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Hotels, Resorts, Guesthouses 2-NIGHT LUXURY STAY FOR 4 WITH PADDLE BOARDING FOR 4
The Old Rectory in the heart of Plett is an immaculately restored national monument built in 1777 and reimagined into an intimate boutique hotel with 18 luxury suites and close to the beach.
Operated by Hog Hollow Country Lodge, Stand Up Paddle Boarding excursions are combined with a boat trip up the Keurbooms river, followed by an hour-long paddle boarding experience.
More info at www.rareearth.co.za
More info at www.standuppaddling.co.za
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2-NIGHT STAY FOR 4 PLUS SWIMMING WITH SEALS FOR 4
Bella Manga Country Escape & Wedding Venue is set against the Tsitsikamma Mountains backdrop and offers comfortable 3-Star accommodation with crisp linen, fluffy towels & block-out curtains.
Offshore Adventures provide exhilarating snorkeling tours to swim with inquisitive, playful seals at Robberg Peninsula, home to 6000 Cape fur seals. Mask, fins and wetsuits are supplied.
More info at www.bellamanga.co.za
More info at www.offshoreadventures.co.za
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The Adventure Begins 2-NIGHT STAY FOR 4 WITH WILDLIFE ADVENTURE FOR 4
Redford House is a 4-Star historic country guest house on its own 50 acre nature reserve, 20 km from Plettenberg Bay in an area known as The Crags at the foot of the Tsitsikamma mountains.
SAASA Monkeyland, Birds of Eden & Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary. Experience the world’s first free-roaming primate sanctuary, the largest single span free-flight aviary, and the rescued predator sanctuary.
More info at www.redfordhouse.co.za
monkeyland.co.za | birdsofeden.co.za | jukani.co.za
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Get this deal: 2-nights for 4 people sharing the Noble House Cottage at Redford House on a B&B basis including breakfasts + a guided Three Sanctuary Visit for 4 people with SAASA. Click to secure.
3-NIGHT STAY FOR 4 WITH ABSEILING FOR 4
Tsitsikamma Backpackers is a 4-Star tranquil and homely backpackers lodge in Storms River Village. Here you will find friendly staff, clean and spacious rooms, and the best potjiekos in town!
AfriAbseil is a double guide-controlled 50 meter cliff abseil that will get your heart thumping! This unique double discipline trip offers an introduction to Via Ferrata as you make your way to the abseil edge.
More info at www.tsitsikammabackpackers.co.za
More info at www.afriabseil.com
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Safari, Camping, Caravanning 3-NIGHTS CAMPING FOR 4 WITH A HORSE TRAIL RIDE FOR 4
Keurbooms Lagoon Caravan Park has a selection caravan sites with many situated right on the waters edge. For those experienced in the art of camping, the tent sites are grassed.
Boschrivier Farm & Stables in the unspoiled, tranquil Wittedrift countryside offers trail rides on well-trained, well-loved and treasured horses for people of all ages.
More info at www.keurboomslagoon.co.za
More info at www.boschrivier.co.za
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ENVIRONMENT
Green Seats for Africa
Green Seat Badges Handmade by African Home, a Cape Town community project where local craftsmen transform recycled waste material into beautiful African dĂŠcor and accessories.
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“It is our duty to protect the environment so that guests can enjoy the natural beauty of Africa for years to come.” Suzanne Benadie - Tourvest DMC Sales Director
Since inception in 2012, Tourvest DMCs Green Seat initiative has donated over R510 000 towards antirhino poaching, R216 000 towards reforestation, and R84 000 to the community project that produces the Green Seat client badges. The Green Seat is included in all guided tours and can also be added to tailor-made itineraries on request. Guests receive a Green Seat Badge as a token of thanks from their tour guide or in their travel documentation pack. These accumulated funds are distributed 100% to accredited partners. The most recent partner to the Green Seat portfolio, EWT, rounds out contribution efforts towards a more sustainable South Africa, by adding community projects to develop disadvantaged communities. Now, with the purchase of a Green Seat guests travelling with Tourvest DMC will contribute towards creating EcoBricks, which are currently being used at two primary schools outside of Johannesburg to demarcate vegetable gardens, play areas and build benches for the children to sit on during breaks. Green Seat purchases also now contribute towards EWT’s anti-poaching unit which trains Tourvest DMC’s adopted Conservation Canine’s, Fury and Pirate, to detect rhino horns, elephant ivory, firearms and ammunition. For more information visit www.tourvest-dmc.com Tourism Tattler
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Sustainability Industry trends, racing housekeepers, café culture, and workshops at The Hotel Show Africa 2019 At the upcoming Hospitality Leadership Forum, running alongside The Hotel Show Africa as part of Africa Trade Week, experts in the fields of trade, industry and hospitality will assess the impact of a changing environment on these sectors across Africa, unpacking opportunities and growth potential. The Forum will assess investment and business leadership in the 4th Industrial revolution, whether the hospitality industry can afford to align with the sustainability trend, driving real transformation in tourism, the Tourism Business Council of South Africa’s Strategy 2030, and future hospitality trends. The Forum is just one of many highlights at The Hotel Show, which provides a 360 degree view of the market with global exhibitors showcasing products across interiors, lighting and design, technology, security, catering equipment and more. Attracting thousands of hospitality sector stakeholders – from shebeen owners to luxury resort chains – The Hotel Show Africa will be co-located with the SAITEX trade show and Africa’s Big 7 food and beverage trade show during Africa Trade Week from 23- 25 June at Gallagher Estate in Johannesburg. The trade fair will integrate every element of hospitality management and guest experience, from décor, finishes and in-room technologies, to service, F&B and the design of staff uniforms, with live events, educational features, training workshops and competitions. The Housekeepers League of Champions challenge, sponsored by Diversey, will see housekeeping teams racing against the clock to prepare rooms to the highest standards, in front of a panel of expert judges from Africa and Middle East. Visitors can develop their skills and knowledge in two of the hottest beverage trends at Café Culture’s free barista and drinkspro training throughout the full three days of the show. For more information or to register visit TheHotelShowAfrica.com Tourism Tattler
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HOSPITALITY
Tulbagh fifty years after the earthquake
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his year marks the fiftieth anniversary of the devastating earthquake that hit the small town of Tulbagh in 1969. For some of the locals it still feels like yesterday that this beautiful town was brought to a standstill and life as they knew it suddenly stopped. In case you’re wondering where the town of Tulbagh is situated, it’s a mere 90 minutes’ drive from the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town in the Western Cape.
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Africa’s Story Today, 50 years later, the town and some of its historical homesteads and buildings have been beautifully resorted to capture the imagination of young and old. Thousands of visitors flock to the town annually to visit these historical buildings, in some cases fall in love with the history of the building and decide to acquire a traditional homestead as a family home or invest in the tourism industry as a guest house or small luxury hotel. Today Tulbagh offers visitors a variety of attractions such as wine and olive farms as well as accommodation options such as Big Sky Villa and Big Sky Cottages, to name but two.
In remembrance of the earthquake, the local tourism board with various stakeholders in the town, are planning a festival to pay tribute to all those affected by the earthquake, as well as to celebrate the history of the town and its historical buildings in September this year. For more information visit TulbaghTourism.co.za Tourism Tattler
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SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
Tongabezi Luxury Holidays for a
Brighter Future for Africa
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ongabezi is a magical hideaway nestled into the banks of the Zambezi directly opposite where the sun sets on the calm water each night. Guests come to Tongabezi to spoil themselves, to take some well-earned ‘me time’. What they may not realise is that Tongabezi, like many African lodges, has a greater goal and that their stay is a vital part of it. Tourism Tattler
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Africa’s Story The Tongabezi Trust School, Tujatane, is a two-minute walk from the lodge, and provides free education to over 270 Simonga Village children. It also has a food programme so that the children at least get two nutritious meals each day. Tujatane runs entirely on donations from ex-guests like these who have fallen in love with the school and its students. Even guests who donate nothing are part of the uplifting effect that Tongabezi has on Simonga and on Zambia itself. Their luxury holiday supports a family-run company which is doing its very best to raise an entire community. Luxury lodges all over Africa have similar ideas, whether their focus is education, job creation, sustainability or wildlife conservation. If you do your research before heading out on safari you might just be able to have the holiday of your dreams AND feel good about it too. For more information visit Tongabezi.com Tourism Tattler
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