Luxury train travel is experiencing a resurgence in popularity, especially in South Africa. Rovos Rail and The Blue Train have both earned worldwide recognition for their exceptional service, ultimate comfort, and unrivaled scenic vistas, making them two of the top ten luxury train rides in the world. As South Africa’s tourism sector recovers from the pandemic, these luxury train services are expected to play a crucial role in attracting tourists and aiding the industry’s recovery.
Meetings Africa 2024 is a business events celebration set to take place in South Africa from February 2628, 2024. It is expected to bring together more than 350 exhibitors, 350 buyers, and over 3,000 delegates from diverse international markets, providing economic benefits to the country. The event is an opportunity for small and mediumsized enterprises (SMMEs) to flourish, promoting inclusive growth and benefiting every community within the diverse industry. It is a symbol of hope and resilience for the tourism sector, promoting collaboration and inclusive growth for a prosperous future.
The BRICS Tourism Ministers Meeting in Cape Town focused on creating a more robust, sustainable, and inclusive tourism sector through intraBRICS tourism. Highranking representatives from Brazil, Russia, India, and China worked together to encourage inclusive tourism growth by creating innovative travel packages, employing joint marketing tactics, and tackling barriers impeding growth. The meeting emphasized the need for cooperation in critical areas such as sustainable policies and practices, ecofriendly business models, and reevaluating perceptions of tourism success.
The COVID19 pandemic has had a significant impact on South Africa’s tourism industry, resulting in a 70% loss in arrivals and earnings. Despite the challenges, recent trends show that domestic travel and international tourism are recovering, thanks to the implementation of the Tourism Sector Recovery Plan. This plan aims to ignite economic growth, create jobs, and revive the country’s tourism sector.
