Public loss adjustment firm Insurance Claims Africa (ICA) has welcomed yesterday’s High Court ruling in the UK that insurers are liable for COVID-19 business interruption insurance claims.“The UK case was based on business interruption policy wording that is very similar…

With domestic tourism set to return faster than international travel, it presents an opportunity for both developed and developing countries to recover from the social and economic impacts of COVID-10, according to the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).The UN specialised…

Tourism’s value chain is far greater than many policymakers realise and its potential to reignite South Africa’s economy cannot be underestimated, according to Thembi Kunene-Msimang, spokesperson of the #IAmTourism lobby group.She pointed to PWC’s Public and Private Growth Initiative report…

The Zimbabwe Cabinet yesterday approved the opening of Zimbabwe’s airports for domestic traffic from tomorrow, September 10, and for international travel on October 1, according to the official Facebook page of the Zimbabwe Ministry of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services.The…

European Union tourists are eager to visit South Africa, the country’s tourism economy needs it and yes, a date is essential for marketing plans and bookings.“This is not only for suppliers and guests but for airlines too.”So writes the owner…

Accustomed to being a reference destination, Morocco has faced a complicated year because of COVID. Especially regarding the Moroccan tourism industry. The summer season, which usually sees a large number of vacationers disembark, recorded a decline of 33.2%, or 11.1…

Visit Stellenbosch has launched the ‘Support Stellenbosch’ initiative, which rewards locals and visitors for supporting local businesses.The initiative works with the SnapScan electronic payment app. Diners at Stellenbosch restaurants will receive a voucher to the value of 50% of what…

Yes, any regulation that curbs guests’ freedoms – especially if it flouts accepted international norms – will impact negatively. 54%No, a local transport regulation will have no effect whatsoever. Other government policies are far more restrictive and we should pick…

South African National Parks (SANParks) has reopened its head office reservation call centre in Pretoria and repaired technical issues that occurred on the online booking system, according to a press release.The website and online payments system crashed over the past…

Cape Town is to launch a self-drive campaign to attract domestic tourists, as well as a series of videos showcasing the budget-friendly side of the destination.With domestic tourism now open across South Africa, Cape Town is competing with other major…