Q&A: Showcasing Africa
South Africa-based Thebe Exhibitions and Projects concluded a partnership deal with global player Reed Exhibitions in 2013. The resulting entity was Thebe Reed Exhibitions,...
Ed’s Note
It’s beyond stating the obvious to say that 2016 is set to be an interesting year.
Times are as tough as they’ve been for some...
ASATA: It’s all about you
Tired of being just another number when you’re out on the road for business? You’re not alone. Today’s travellers want to travel the world...
Amadeus: What’s your Traveller Tribe?
Born in Johannesburg, living in Spain and working for a multinational company for the last 23 years, I’m set to join the ranks of...
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Hilton Worldwide is one of the big players in global hospitality with over 4,500 hotels in nearly a hundred countries. That portfolio is growing,...
ASATA Column: Safe and secure
If you’re going to be forced to gallivant for business, you want to do it in a manner that is safe and secure. You...
Eye on West Africa
As a long-term expatriate resident in Lagos, prior to which I was a regular visitor from my London base, I’ve experienced Nigeria since about...
Q&A: Legacy – Ever the optimist
Q: What’s the latest on your refurbishment and management of the African Sun properties announced in 2015?
A: The exterior at Elephant Hills has been...
Amadeus: Social media is also for business!
Delayed at passport control at O.R. Tambo, one business traveller recently tweeted the airport saying “urgently need officers at passport control Terminal A”. Minutes...
Amadeus: Keeping your travellers safe
The recent tragic events in Istanbul, Brussels, Lahore and the Ivory Coast have reminded us once again that we live in a world where effective Duty of Care has become a top priority for any organisation, no matter where you’re based.
ASATA: On the other end of the line…
Travel policy is about to receive a complete overhaul in years to come. What can you expect? More advanced technology, enhanced communication and better education are all on the cards to make your life easier. An added bonus for companies is that these factors are also expected to enhance travel policy compliance.
Q&A: TGCSA – Quality Assurance
The Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) provides a rigorous framework and process for the quality assurance that is continuously sought by tourism products seeking to showcase and differentiate their products in the industry. Darryl Erasmus, newly appointed Chief Quality Assurance Officer at the TGCSA, took some time to shed light on the association and its benefits to the tourism industry.