Tourism Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk is on a visit to China to build on the excellent tourism relationship between China and South Africa.

The TBCSA FNB Tourism Business Index for the last quarter of 2012 confirmed a return to normal trading levels and an overall positive outlook for the travel and tourism sector in South Africa in 2013.

The TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards have been announced, with South African hotels holding their own among the best in the world.

The 29^th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) kicked off on 19 January 2013 amid much fanfare as supporters flocked to matches to support their teams.

Heavy rains in the northern part of the Kruger National Park have resulted in some temporary road and bush-camp closures.

South Africa’s hotels and lodges once again fare well on the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler magazine’s Gold List.

Cape Town’s major tourist attractions have reported a very good tourist season, spurred on by a marked increase in domestic visitors.

Travel options between the United States and South Africa have been significantly expanded as a result of SAA’s code-share agreement with US Airways.

Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA) has partnered with the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Tourism for Tomorrow Awards 2013.