Porto and Seoul complete the top three in the reader-voted awards, while Australia and Portugal each place two cities among the top six. KEY TAKEAWAYS Melbourne leads Condé Nast Traveller’s 2026 global friendliness ranking with 98.52 points. Porto ranks second with 98.33 and Seoul third with 97.94. Australia and Portugal each have two cities among… Read the full news article
Ranked 48th by Travel and Tour World, the South African city pairs centuries-old folklore with a zombie walk, gothic ballet and Halloween screenings. KEY TAKEAWAYS Travel and Tour World ranked Cape Town 48th among its 50 Halloween travel destinations for 2026. Cape Town Tourism points to the Flying Dutchman Castle of Good Hope and Devil’s… Read the full news article
The 9 October 2026 news agenda spans WTTC competitiveness proposals, airline network growth, new cruise capacity and the operational priorities behind sustainable tourism. KEY TAKEAWAYS WTTC outlined eight policy priorities for European tourism, forecasting sector economic contribution of US$3.8 trillion by 2036 while warning that growth requires better destination management. Delhi was selected for the… Read the full news article
The 2028 international sports leadership gathering will put Cape Town in the spotlight for conference travel, although dates and venue remain to be confirmed. KEY TAKEAWAYS Cape Town will host the 20th SportAccord Convention in 2028, the event’s first African edition. The week-long gathering will bring sports federations, event organisers and host-city representatives to South… Read the full news article
Cape Town Tourism’s TravelWise appreciation event recognised the police, city officers, guides, counsellors and volunteers who help travellers when problems arise. KEY TAKEAWAYS Cape Town Tourism’s TravelWise Appreciation Luncheon at GrandWest on 8 October recognised frontline officers, safety personnel, volunteers, counsellors and tourist guides who assist visitors. The support highlighted ranges from street-level assistance and… Read the full news article
Seven hotels from the collection were recognised in the 2026 US and UK readers’ rankings with standout results for Ashford Castle The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa and The Oyster Box KEY TAKEAWAYS Red Carnation Hotels was recognised with nine placements across the 2026 US and UK editions of the Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards…. Read the full news article
A new joint marketing agreement will link itineraries, digital campaigns, media and travel-trade activity to encourage visitors to spend more time across both destinations. KEY TAKEAWAYS Cape Town Tourism and Visit Stellenbosch have signed a Joint Marketing Agreement designed to encourage travellers to include both destinations in the same trip. The partnership will cover joint… Read the full news article
The destination organisation is building on its AI in Tourism Hub, data-skills programme and student innovation challenge as traveller use of AI rises and destinations confront hallucinated attractions. KEY TAKEAWAYS Cape Town Tourism says it will announce the next phase of its AI innovation work at WTM London, which runs from 3 to 5 November… Read the full news article
The Gambia, Costa Rica and Cambodia lead a 35-destination climate ranking built from winter temperature, sunshine, rainfall and wet-day averages. KEY TAKEAWAYS Banjul ranks first in Bailey Robinson’s 35-destination Winter Sun Reliability Index with a score of 90.2 out of 100. Liberia and Guanacaste in Costa Rica place second at 89.5, followed by Siem Reap… Read the full news article
(NEWS) HAMBURG, Germany, 2026-Jul-6 — /Travel PR News/ — Luxury cruise travellers are increasingly seeking festive holidays that combine seasonal celebrations with distinctive destinations, replacing traditional year-end routines with experiences ranging from tropical beaches to polar expeditions. Hapag-Lloyd Cruises has unveiled its Christmas and New Year programme for the 2026/2027 season, offering a collection of… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Emirates has introduced a third daily service between Dubai and Cape Town, with flight EK778 arriving at Cape Town International Airport on 1 July 2026 as the airline’s Airbus A350 made its first appearance in South Africa. The new service expands travel options between Cape Town and Emirates’ Dubai hub, improving access to… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Lufthansa Group is expanding its winter 2026/27 flight schedule with new long-haul destinations, increased frequencies and a broader rollout of Lufthansa’s Allegris cabin. Lufthansa will add eleven new Allegris destinations, including Vancouver, Houston, Denver, Atlanta, Detroit, San José, Seoul and Kuala Lumpur from Frankfurt, as well as Singapore, Washington and Cape Town from… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Qatar Airways is expanding its African route network with resumed services, additional flight frequencies and a new destination launch for Summer 2026. The airline will restart flights to Seychelles, Kigali and Marrakesh while increasing operations to cities including Cairo, Cape Town and Dar es Salaam. Qatar Airways will also begin three weekly flights… Read the full news article
Cape Town, South Africa, 2026-Mar-25 — /Travel PR News/ — The Cederberg Conservancy is a 182 000-hectare Wilderness located just three hours’ drive from Cape Town. It has been a proclaimed World Heritage Site since 1973, under the Cape Floristic Region. One of the 22 farms in the picturesque Cederberg Mountain range is Mount Ceder, a… Read the full news article
(NEWS) JOHANNESBURG, South Africa , 2026-Jan-16 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways is reshaping the domestic travel map with a new codeshare partnership with regional carrier CemAir, a move aimed at opening up parts of South Africa that have traditionally sat beyond the reach of the national airline’s network. Based on details shared in… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) South African Airways (SAA) will begin its first direct flights between Cape Town and Mauritius on 9 December 2025, with service three times per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. The new route reflects SAA’s commitment to expanding its regional footprint and supporting tourism between the Western Cape and Mauritius. Temporary adjustments will… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof has officially opened, marking the lifestyle brand’s debut in South Africa. Situated in the rejuvenated Longkloof district, the 154-room hotel combines historic architecture with contemporary design and is ideally located near major attractions like Table Mountain, the V&A Waterfront, and Clifton beaches. Its signature dining venue, Ongetem—helmed… Read the full news article
Chef Swart brings global experience and a passion for sustainable, seasonal cuisine to Silicon Valley (IN SHORT) Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley has appointed Jacques Swart as Executive Chef, bringing a wealth of global culinary expertise and a focus on sustainable, seasonal cuisine. With previous leadership roles at notable properties like The Westcliff Johannesburg, the… Read the full news article
Mashatu, Botswana, 2024-Oct-25 — /Travel PR News/ — Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana, in partnership with Quoin Rock Wine Estate in South Africa, are delighted to launch a new “Wilderness to Winelands” experience. This perfect pairing showcases the best of Southern Africa in one seamless journey, combining the wild beauty of a safari in… Read the full news article
(IN SHORT) This press release highlights three luxurious destinations perfect for couples looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day in style. The first destination is Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach, a five-star resort that offers 19 exclusive villas, each with a private swimming pool and whirlpool. Couples can enjoy romantic activities, including dinner under the stars, vow… Read the full news article
Cape Town, South Africa, 2023-Aug-4 — /Travel PR News/ — ATTA®, Weeva and Wesgro will be partnering tonight, 3rd August 2023, to host the first-ever ATTA® Evolution networking event in Cape Town. Industry leaders and local members will gather at The Bailey to “Connect through Conversation” and share their experiences and ideas to create and… Read the full news article
Sussex, United Kingdom, 2023-Jun-06 — /Travel PR News/ —Travel Promoters Welcomes Two Exciting New Partnerships in South Africa UK based representation company, Travel Promoters is delighted to announce two new partnerships from 1 June 2023 with Lalibela Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape and The Clarendon Collection in Cape Town. Lalibela comprises six safari lodges including… Read the full news article
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 2023-Mar-07 — /Travel PR News/ — South African Airways (SAA) Cargo has appointed Menzies Aviation, the world’s largest aviation services company, to provide air cargo services at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, Cape Town International Airport (CPT), and Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ). The first phase of Menzies’ appointment started… Read the full news article
Johannesburg tourism jobs to surpass 2019 levels Cities Economic Impact Report analysed 82 cities around the world London, UK, 2023-Feb-16 — /Travel PR News/ — The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has today (15/02/2023) revealed positive signs of recovery for the South African Travel & Tourism sector with travellers heading back to its major… Read the full news article
Celebrating the cooperation between the “World’s Best Airline” and the flag carrier of Serbia Doha, Qatar, 2023-Jan-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is pleased to announce it has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with Air Serbia, the flag carrier of Serbia, allowing passengers seamless travel to over 40 destinations when travelling on each… Read the full news article
Joint Release with Thai Airways International Public Company Limited Singapore, 2022-Dec-06 — /Travel PR News/ — Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to form a new strategic partnership. This will result in the airlines progressively code sharing more extensively on each other’s services… Read the full news article
The World’s Best Airline offers passengers greater choice and seamless connectivity when planning their winter getaway Passengers can connect to over 150 destinations with ease via the World’s Best Airport, Hamad International Airport Doha, Qatar, 2022-Nov-02 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways is set to further boost its growing network with increased flight frequencies… Read the full news article
Airline to serve Johannesburg with three daily flights Restore services to Cape Town with double daily schedule Durban to be served with daily flights from 1 December Dubai, UAE, 2022-Sep-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates will be bringing new travel opportunities, choice and convenience for customers traveling to and from South Africa with additional… Read the full news article
World’s Best Airline further demonstrates commitment to South Africa where it operates 35 weekly flights to three gateways from the World’s Best Airport, Hamad International Airport Doha, Qatar, 2022-Jun-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Qatar Airways and Airlink have signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement to offer travellers more choices, enhanced services and greater connectivity between… Read the full news article
Flights are available for booking immediately DUBAI, UAE, 2022-Jun-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Emirates and Airlink have officially activated their codeshare partnership. The Emirates and Airlink partnership makes it easier for customers to create their ideal itinerary and benefit from seamless connections and a single booking reference across eight domestic South African cities via… Read the full news article
