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Many countries will soon require an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), but this new requirement will not affect South African passport holders visiting the UK. Lynette Machili, Customer Experience Lead at Flight Center South Africa, helps navigate these changes that have sparked a huge debate in the travel world. Who does it affect? “It is important to understand that South African passport holders are not affected by the new ETA system,” explains Machili. “The ETA is specifically designed for nationals of visa-exempt countries. South Africans must follow the existing visa application process for travel to the UK.” However, understanding the new…

Boasting the highest number of Blue Flag beaches in the state, all of which are open for swimming, the KZN South Coast is gearing up for a successful summer holiday season this year. Welcoming the many visitors to the coast during the annual mayoral road closures were Ley Nkonyeni Municipality (RNM) Mayor Zodwa Mjinduru who handed out souvenir bags at Oribi Toll Plaza on Friday. It was Dr. Vusumuzi Sibiya, CEO of South Coast Tourism Investment Enterprise (SCTIE). December 13th. Law enforcement agencies were also on hand to ensure safe travel for all vacationers. Gagasi FM brought the atmosphere with…

TTS – Travel Technology and Solutions is pleased to announce the full integration of Travelport’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) into TTS Corporate in the first semester of 2025. This significant upgrade will give corporate travel agents access to a wider range of booking content, allowing them to offer tailored solutions and greater value to their customers through more competitive pricing. Travelport's NDC integration provides significant benefits for TTS Corporate users, including: Access to richer content: Corporate travel agents now have access to a wider range of options, allowing them to offer tailored solutions to their customers. Better Pricing: Access to…

The South African Chefs Association (SA Chefs) is celebrating its 50th anniversary, celebrating half a century of growth, innovation and leadership in the culinary arts. Since its founding in 1974 by six visionary chefs, SA Chefs has become the leading professional association representing chefs, caterers and culinary professionals across South Africa, fostering a vibrant culinary community. , we have achieved many milestones along the way. The association looks back over the past 50 years and celebrates the traditions that have shaped South African cuisine and put the country on the global culinary map. “This year, we have the opportunity to…

The holiday season is a time of family fun, connections, and delicious food, but it can also be a time of year when it's easy to overindulge. South Africans are particularly prone to heart disease, so Lager Rooibos partner nutritionist Mbali Mafori shares some tips to follow for a heart-healthy holiday season. “Dieting and healthy eating plans are often ignored during the Christmas season,” Mafori points out. “However, for South Africans living with heart disease and other related conditions, the effects of overconsumption can be significant. The good news is that you don't have to feel restricted to have a…

Hello travel enthusiasts and hotel owners! If you've been paying attention to Booking.com (and let's be honest, who isn't?), you're probably wondering about some exciting new changes to their review scoring system. This is a big deal, especially if your hotel hasn't yet jumped on the ReviewPro Global Review Index (GRI) wave. What is a big idea? So, here's the scoop. For many years, ReviewPro's GRI has been responsible for collecting guest feedback from all over the world and giving hotels reasonable scores. The magic behind it? An algorithm that gives more weight to new reviews. This means that recent…

World-renowned American pop and R&B sensation Christopher Maurice Brown, popularly known as Chris Brown by his legion of fans around the world, is the perfect musician to celebrate entertainment, audience connection, and the power of music, culture, and live performance. A master class was held here in Golden State. long weekend.The two-day extravaganza, dubbed the “11:11'' Concert, will welcome thousands of music and popular culture fans from across the continent to celebrate Brown's unparalleled love for South Africa and its regional continuity. He brought media to the golden province of Gauteng. Tourism organization Golden Festival Summer Enerant Campaign.The American superstar's…

The home of Richard D. Zimmel on the outskirts of Silver City, N.M. The insurance crisis spreading across the United States arrived at Richard D. Zimmel’s door last week in the form of a letter. Mr. Zimmel, who lives in the increasingly fire-prone hills outside Silver City, N.M., had done everything right. He trimmed the trees away from his house, and covered his yard in gravel to stop flames rushing in from the forest near his property. In case that buffer zone failed, he sheathed his house in fire-resistant stucco, and topped it with a noncombustible steel roof. None of…

For international airport reviews, MPHO Rambau, representative group manager of transport development for South African airport companies, will boost the growth of the air freight market, growth of Africa's Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA) and intra-African trade. And they're preparing this at the airport. In the dynamic landscape of global aviation, air cargo has emerged as a pivotal component of the business strategy of leading airport operators, with South Africa (ACSA) no exception.Recognizing the resilience and potential of air cargo, ACSA has strategically integrated it into a broader set of business models to promote economic growth and development in the…

For the past 12 years, the KZN South Coast has been home to the illustrious Ugu International Film Festival (UGUIFF), bringing together national and international film industry figures and giving local talent a stage to shine. To expand opportunities in this sector to other industries, the UGUIFF strategy for 2024 included a “cinema and business market” to further foster regional economic growth. UGUIFF organizer, Jindera Pictures Group, partnered with South Coast Tourism Investment Enterprise (SCTIE), South Coast Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the City of Ley Nkonyeni to harness the region’s economic potential through this platform . This year,…