We have family down in 'Slaapstad' that assure us that Table Mountain does exist. We remain unconvinced however as whenever we visit it is either raining heavily or there are storm clouds in the direction of this so-called Table Mountain. Every now and then the rain will lift and the clouds clear and we will get a glance at what looks like an illusion to us. I recall walking up a steep hill once and, when we got to the top, it didn't look like a Table at all - just some rocks, a couple of … [Read more...] about How Can I Vote for an Illusion?
Tourism
Bayworld Summer Special
To emphasise that Bayworld is not closed or even planning to close, another of the SPECIAL PROGRAMMES of 2011 will be held on the 13th February 2011. This LATE SUMMER SPECIAL is for the whole family. Reduced admission for adults, R20 (half price) and children FREE accompanied by a paying adult. The programme for the day includes exciting activities such as a seal dissection, crocodile feedings, behind the scenes at the Snake Park, penguin march, penguin feeding, seal feedings, aquarium … [Read more...] about Bayworld Summer Special
Discover and Share New Experiences in Port Elizabeth
Where are the most affordable places to shop for designer clothes in Port Elizabeth? Who is a dentist with a good reputation in Port Elizabeth? Where can you find free parking in downtown Port Elizabeth? askalo, the new location-based Q&A online community (http://portelizabeth.askalo.co.za/) lets everyone ask questions about any Port Elizabeth topic and share answers tailored to individual needs. Port Elizabeth-based questions that require local experience or knowledge to provide a … [Read more...] about Discover and Share New Experiences in Port Elizabeth
Investigation into Ailing Tourism Icons Continues
Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) is investigating all facts around the downscaling of the city's iconic tourism products because their loss will impact negatively on its mandate to market the city. This was the outcome of the NMBT board meeting late last week. "We are gathering the latest information, so that NMBT can make a valuable contribution as the city's primary tourism organisation. NMBT will assess how these icon's can be developed rather than down-scaled or closed down," said … [Read more...] about Investigation into Ailing Tourism Icons Continues
Assault Against Bay Icons High on Today’s Agenda
The Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) board is set to meet today to discuss amongst other items, the mounting concern over the future of some of the city's tourism icons. "Like the rest of the people of Nelson Mandela Bay, we are concerned over the downscaling of tourism products like Bayworld and the Apple Express," said Titus Chuene, NMBT marketing manager. "Every functioning city needs to have viable tourism-related activities. We have been well aware of the problems facing some of the … [Read more...] about Assault Against Bay Icons High on Today’s Agenda
Disabled Tourist Friendly Eastern Cape
Many Eastern Cape tourism products cater for both the elderly and those with mobility challenges, offering easy access, designated parking bays, pensioner discounts and fun activities. "The Eastern Cape strives to be one of the friendliest and most accommodating destinations in the country," says Ectour chairperson, Anleen Louw. Ectour is the private sector group marketing organisation for the Eastern Cape. "Some of our members have put in a lot of effort to make their products accessible to … [Read more...] about Disabled Tourist Friendly Eastern Cape
Super Eastern Cape Tourism Season
A definite trend towards domestic tourism led to a surprisingly prosperous holiday season for a large number of Eastern Cape tourism products. Members of Ectour, the private sector group marketing organisation for the Eastern Cape, were very positive about the increase in tourist numbers over the December 2010 – January 2011 period. "Despite the unusually rainy weather in some parts of the province, and the drought in others, some Ectour members experienced a very positive increase in … [Read more...] about Super Eastern Cape Tourism Season
Most Kids Lost and Retrieved at Kings Beach
www.MyPE.co.za: Over seven thousand children were kept safe on Nelson Mandela Bay beaches over the height of the holiday season thanks to the Lost Kids campaign initiated by Go Big Events. Of the 7610 children whose details were taken and recorded on armbands, 91 were lost – and all reunited with their parents, according to Greg Moses of Go Big Events, official organisers of the NMB Summer Season. The rainy and windy weather on New Years weekend did not keep Nelson Mandela Bay visitors and … [Read more...] about Most Kids Lost and Retrieved at Kings Beach
