South African Tourism Research

The 2019 Lilizela Tourism Awards media launch was held at the Sun International Time Square Arena and Maslow Hotel in Pretoria. Over a thousand entries were received for this year's awards with very little separating the contenders, indicating the high calibre of quality within the sector. Read more about the event: https://bit.ly/33zDvbc #LilizelaAwards19 #TradeNews

Did you know that the entrants for the #LilizelaAwards19 are all graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA)? From one to five stars, each establishment is graded according to their service and product offering. Reach for the stars with the TGCSA and the Lilizela Awards: https://bit.ly/2Bf9b6b

We are excited to announce that the dates for Indaba 2020 have been finalised, we look forward to welcoming you in Durban on the 12th – 14th May 2020 for Africa's biggest travel trade show. https://bit.ly/2HWjYpL

By signing up to #TravelWeekSA, you can reach up to 94% of South Africans that have said they're interested in travel products or packages. This is a large portion of South Africans that are willing to take part in #TravelWeekSA. Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2Y70erD

#TravelWeekSA allows local tour operaters to push their businesses further using South African Tourism as their partner, by doing this we’ll connect with South Africans who might be thinking of travelling, giving them the opportunity to enjoy the local products on offer. http://bit.ly/2Y70erD

Is your business needing a boost? You can advertise your travel deals on Sho’t Left and let South African Tourism help you boost your reach through the Deals Dashboard - http://bit.ly/2CKazTx

The Southern African Tourism Services Association (SATSA) and South Africa Tourism are launching a carbon offsetting initiative to create awareness about the need to reduce the SA Tourism industry’s carbon footprint. https://bit.ly/2GdTzFy

It is Women's Day and today we celebrate the resilience of South African women who stood together for what they believe. Before the idea of a rainbow nation was even conceived, women across races came together in various organisations to further strengthen the fight against apartheid. https://bit.ly/2LFX1gC

It’s incredible to see what the Lilizela Awards does for so many establishments in the hospitality industry. From creating awareness around their service excellence and unique offerings, to world-class accommodation, there’s no doubt this year’s award ceremony will be no different in providing each participant a platform to showcase their qualities. Check out last year’s image gallery: https://bit.ly/2NRegMq

#TravelWeekSA gives South Africans the opportunity to explore their country. This year we aim to improve the visitor experience, better manage the destination, and most importantly, spread the benefits of tourism.

#TravelWeekSA is an annual domestic travel sale that takes place in September. This is an opportunity to allow our country to book unbelievable deals and travel whenever they are available.

South Africa cannot wait to help you organise the perfect conference or event. So if you are looking for a conference venue, let the South African National Convention’s Bureau help you find what you’re looking for - http://bit.ly/2EhYoPw

South Africa Tourism Welcomes Visa Waivers. https://bit.ly/2YPNKWe

Tune in to Morning Live and check out TGCSA's Darryl Erasmas as he tells us how to be inspired to travel South Africa with graded establishments, the #Voetspore team and #Shotleft. Camp, glamp and caravan your way through the best parts of South Africa with the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa, Sho't Left and Voetspore.

Winter is almost over but let South African Tourism help you make the most of these quieter months. Host your star-graded establishment on southafrica.net and perfect your profile with the Travel Directory - http://bit.ly/2abYUhL

The TGCSA launched 17 new accolades to allow properties to elevate what makes them unique. Establishment owners need to meet 3 to 6 minimum requirements to achieve one accolade. Our new accolades, such as Responsible Tourism, encourages tourism businesses to limit the impact their establishment has on the environment. #WeDoTourism @SATravelTrade

Travel week is South Africa's biggest domestic sale which takes place from the 23rd - 29th September 2019. This year we are expecting a bigger and better sale and we need you to partner with us. Partner with us today: http://bit.ly/2Y70erD #TravelWeekSA

In 2018, we managed to sign up a total of 325 Trade Partners for #TravelWeekSA. This year, we're looking to sign up even more! We're calling on all Trade Partners to take part in South Africa's biggest domestic sale! Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2Y70erD