Episodes

  • Tourism Economic Impact Briefing

    Tourism Economic Impact Briefing
    Aug 6 2024
    In the dynamic landscape of global tourism, the strength of a destination's brand is a critical force that can shape travel behaviours, influence decisions, and ultimately drive arrivals.

    South Africa has made a concerted effort to bolster brand perception in a bid to yield a growing brand to attract visitors from across the globe.

    South African Tourism has invested in building the brand; and has been on a journey of brand transformation over the years, steadily enhancing its appeal on the global stage.
    Awareness levels for SA as a travel destination increased from 68% to 71% from 2022 to 2023, while positivity remained stable at 40%. In the USA, awareness is at 81% and positivity at 56%. Kenya has an awareness level of 51% and positivity at 24%. South Africa's global closure ratio remained strong, with a rate of 1 in 1.34 in 2023, indicating a high conversion rate of travellers who seek information about South Africa and then visit.

    The perceptions of key experiences linked to South Africa as a travel destination remains strong. Attributes such as 'Nature and Wildlife' and 'Adventurous' have witnessed marked improvements, with scores rising to 6.03 / 7 in 2023 (from 5.99 / 7 in 2022) and 5.94 / 7 in 2023 (from 5.92 / 7 in 2022) respectively. Moreover, the enduring appeal of 'Beautiful scenery', 'Experience a different culture', and 'Going on a safari' underscores South Africa's strong appeal as a leisure destination.
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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • Interview with Kevin Crawford, Cruise Director and Khulani Kumalo, Event Co-Ordinator on board the MSC Splendida

    Interview with Kevin Crawford, Cruise Director and Khulani Kumalo, Event Co-Ordinator on board the MSC Splendida
    Mar 14 2024
    Life on board for passengers and crew are closely linked and all the fun is connected to the weather, the crew and so many other factors. This enjoyable, fun and interesting interview was conducted on the MSC Splendida during a media attended cruise to Portugese Island in early February 2024! Catch the Cruisin Magazine with the full story
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    33 mins
  • Ajabu Festival

    Ajabu Festival
    Mar 8 2024
    AJABU (adj) – Swahili word meaning amazing, marvellous, fantastic, wondrous or incredible
    Example: “Tamasha la ajabu la cocktail!” meaning "Amazing cocktail festival!" Welcome to AJABU Cocktail and Spirits Festival, a bi-annual event to be held in Joburg and Cape Town, which will bring together the best of hospitality and showcase leading brands, talent and venues.Colin Asare Appiah (Bar World 100 Most Influential Figures 2023, and co-author Black Mixcellence) and Mark Talbot Holmes (founder of multiple award-winning U'Luvka Vodka) talk to Geniene Preston at Sin-Tax at the launch of the festival in Johannesburg The Ajabu Festival · The Ajabu Festival with Geniene Preston
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    10 mins
  • Interview with Honorable Tongai M Mnangagwa (MP) Deputy minister of Tourism and Hospitality

    Interview with Honorable Tongai M Mnangagwa (MP) Deputy minister of Tourism and Hospitality
    Mar 5 2024
    At Meetings Africa 2024, I was privilaged to have a short interview with the Depuity Minister of Tourism and Hospitality and chat a little about what Zimbabwe has to offer besides Vic Falls. We chatted about Chipangali, their animal rehabilitation centre, the Kariba houseboats and so much more. Its a wonderful place to visit and especially the Eastern highlands. Make it your next spot in Africa. SA Commuter Magazine - Its all there
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    8 mins
  • Maya, Manfred and the Bushbaby

    Maya, Manfred and the Bushbaby
    Feb 3 2024
    This is the story of Maya and Manfred who created a unique camper van called Bushbaby. They retired from their normal jobs in Switzerland, and took the Campervan to Africa. They are now travelling through Africa. Maya translates wildlife books into German and Manfred photographs the wildlife and landscape. Subscribe to Maya's blog and purchase some of Manfred's utterly breathtaking photos. www.bushbaby.info @SACommuterOnline The Bushbaby Blog · Manfred Suter Photography
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    20 mins
  • Dogs for Wildlife with Jackie Law

    Dogs for Wildlife with Jackie Law
    Feb 3 2024
    There is an amazing story behind Dogs 4 Wildlife 'Dan'. Around a year ago Dogs 4 Wildlife was contacted by a wonderful women named Caroline Bridle. Caroline saw a social media post on our important work and felt compelled to reach out to us. In 2013, Caroline's son Daniel Bridle, was diagnosed with terminal cancer, just a year later in 2014 Daniel lost his battle and sadly passed away.

    Being a huge animal lover, Caroline could not think of a better way to honour her sons memory than having a specialised dog, trained to protect endangered wildlife. When she told us of Daniel's inspiring story, naming one of our dogs in memory of her son was a fitting tribute to the dedication of Caroline and her family in Daniel's memory and future legacy.

    So far Caroline's commitment to this project has been awe-inspiring, thanks to her fundraising endeavours Dogs 4 Wildlife 'Dan' is fully sponsored and we feel it only a fitting tribute to find a very special conservancy to place Dan to help protect and conserve endangered wildlife, The Bonamanzi Game Reserve in South Africa. Dogs 4 Wildlife · Bonamanzi
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    15 mins
  • How to find hobbies as an adult (And Actually Make Time for Them)

    How to find hobbies as an adult (And Actually Make Time for Them)
    Jan 3 2024
    3 January 2024 1:40 PM Uveka speaks to Geniene Preston about dip making, creating personalised covers for cell phones and of course board games. The Pocast link to 702
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    18 mins
  • Jean Philippe Bittoncourt, General Manager Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Kampala Uganda

    Jean Philippe Bittoncourt, General Manager Sheraton Hotels & Resorts Kampala Uganda
    Dec 27 2023
    Jean Philippe Bittoncourt talks to Geniene Preston about what the hotel means to its guests and the surrounding community in Kampala, Uganda. Its not just a hotel, its a family that offers sustainability, supports local suppliers and offers many conferences and events to those who live in Kampala. @ugandatourismboard2567 @ExploreUganda @SheratonHotels @sheratonkampalahotel3910 Explore Uganda · Uganda Tourism Board · Uganda Wildlife Authority · Sheraton Hotels
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    11 mins