Radisson adds 16 hotels to African portfolio
Radisson Hospitality has signed 16 new hotel deals across Africa during the last 12 months, doubling its original 2018 target set for the first year of Destination 2022, the company’s five-year strategy. To support this growth the group has reinforced its
Advertorial: InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
The InterContinental Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport is only 68.7 metres from the International Arrivals terminal at O.R Tambo Airport - a completely manageable commute...
Aleph to manage Liberian property
Dubai-based hospitality management company, Aleph Hospitality has signed a franchise agreement with Marriott International for the first Four Points by Sheraton hotel in Liberia. Located in the capital city, Monrovia, the hotel is due to become the first
Airlink adds third flight from Durban to East London
Following the successful introduction of Airlink’s double daily services between Durban and East London in June, the airline will
President Hotel unveils refurb
The President Hotel in Cape Town (South Africa) has unveiled its recently-completed refurbishment. It includes a new kids play
Hotel Check: Mabula Lodge
BACKGROUND: Current owner, Indian businessman and liquor baron, Vijay Mallya, bought the farm about 20 years ago from the
Travelport partners with SecurityMetrics
Travelport has partnered with SecurityMetrics, a global leader in data security and PCI compliance, to help agents achieve proof of PCI DSS compliance at preferential rates.Lack of compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)
The Capital Moloko to renovate
The Capital Moloko has announced plans to undergo a soft renovation, with the project aimed at updating its exteriors, carpeting and soft furnishings. It also includes a complete revamp of the hotel’s restaurant...
Virgin Atlantic honours Nelson Mandela
Virgin Atlantic has announced that it has named its newest Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft ‘Lady Freedom’, in honour of global icon, Nelson Mandela, a close friend of Virgin Atlantic founder, Sir Richard Branson...
SA unabridged birth certificate requirement remains
Parents travelling with children to and from South Africa will continue to require unabridged birth certificates, despite recent media reports claiming the contrary.
GrandWest unveils water purification plant
Sun International’s GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World in Cape Town has announced the completion of a water purification plant on the property that will in future treat borehole water to potable standards...
Emirates opens first airport lounge in Cairo
Emirates has unveiled its 42nd dedicated lounge across its global network at Cairo International Airport.
The lounge is now open to Emirates first class and...