The debate on what makes Nelson Mandela Bay sexy and sellable as a tourism destination will gain traction on Tuesday when former head of Cape Town Tourism meets with industry leaders for an interactive session aimed at unlocking new possibilities in destination marketing. Mariette Du Toit-Helmbold, now owner of Destinate – an international destination marketing agency – will discuss what it really is that makes destination marketing and tourism assets sweat so cities can reap the … [Read more...] about What makes Nelson Mandela Bay sexy?
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NMBT relocates Uitenhage VIC
A strategic collaboration between Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) and Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) Science and Technology centre in Uitenhage commenced as of September 2013. NMBT has relocated its Visitor Information Centre (VIC) to the Nelson Mandela Bay Science & Technology Centre situated at the Corner of Upper Drostdy and Durban Road, Uitenhage. This coordinated and collaborative approach will maximise shared resources while providing a quality tourist and educational experience. NMBT … [Read more...] about NMBT relocates Uitenhage VIC
We Jest not
Wednesday 4th September 2013 marked the launch of Tourism Month launch by Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) on board Jester. Tourist product owners, stakeholders and the media were treated to a cruise in Algoa Bay on board Jester. Tourism Month is a celebration held in September on an annual basis to focus on the importance of tourism to the economy of South Africa. With this in mind NMBT unveiled a calendar of events to stakeholders, industry and media partners in collaboration with South … [Read more...] about We Jest not
Port Elizabeth gets a Mango
Low cost airline Mango's first flight from Johannesburg landed in Port Elizabeth, Nelson Mandela Bay this morning. The airline will initially operate daily return flights between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth and Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. Since opening for sales on the route less than 10 days ago, forward bookings have shown positive movement with expected load factors in the upper region of 80% thus-far. The inaugural flight from Johannesburg was at capacity, with 186 Guests … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth gets a Mango
Shock at Lalibela Rhino Poaching
In the matter of just a few short hours early this morning, the number of rhinos lost to poaching here in the Eastern Cape this year more than doubled from three to seven. NMBT CEO, Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism CEO Mandlakazi Skefile said; "In spite of all that is being done in the Eastern Cape and nationally to curb the slaughter of rhino, it is with shock that I have learnt that four rhinos from Lalibela Game Reserve were found dead this morning. Lalibela is a member of Nelson Mandela Bay … [Read more...] about Shock at Lalibela Rhino Poaching
Better funding for tourism to boost job creation in Nelson Mandela Bay needed
Tourism is regarded as one of major stimulants of the economy and can also be used as a driver of sustainable job creation. Many developing countries, particularly the Caribbean Islands in Asia, as well as Pacific nations, have built their economies using tourism as a bedrock. Their infrastructural projects are funded with tourism in mind. This strategy cascades through to all spheres of government, including the municipal level. It is therefore no wonder that those countries can continue to … [Read more...] about Better funding for tourism to boost job creation in Nelson Mandela Bay needed
September is Tourism Month
Residents were urged to become tourists in their own city during the upcoming tourism month that was launched by the city's tourism authority, NMBT, today at the Red Location Museum in New Brighton, Port Elizabeth. Events coordinator at Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) Phrosne Phillips said locals could expect an array of activities that would range from festivals and trails to the interesting Traveling Tribe promotion. "Tourism month this year will focus on experiences right here at … [Read more...] about September is Tourism Month
National SACBC Council Meet in Port Elizabeth
Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism was selected to host today's inaugural meeting of the South African Convention Bureau Council (SACBC) in Port Elizabeth. The high-powered 14-member council representing convention bureaus around the country arrived in the city this morning for the all-day meeting. "Obviously we feel proud that NMBT was selected to host the meeting, but more importantly what it means is that Nelson Mandela Bay has been recognised by the SACBC as a worthy convention destination," … [Read more...] about National SACBC Council Meet in Port Elizabeth
Spend Mandela Day in the Bay
Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) is setting the example of how to spend International Mandela Day on Wednesday 18 July as they invite everyone to join in a two-headed community uplifting initiative this coming Wednesday. Mandela Day is celebrated on the country's first democratically elected president, uTata Madiba's birthday and encourages everyone to give 67 minutes to help people less fortunate - one minute for each year of his life Madiba gave to politics. "In the spirit of Mandela … [Read more...] about Spend Mandela Day in the Bay
Tramways Construction Targeted for Completion in 2014
The Mandela Bay Development Agency (MBDA), an entity of Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) is currently preparing designs for a facelift for one of Port Elizabeth's oldest building. Nelson Mandela Bay residents will be pleased to know that a multi - million rand investment has been set aside for the historic Tramways building on Baaken's Street. Before the Tramways building was burnt down in an accidental fire in the late 90's, the building, which is over 100 years old, was used as an ice … [Read more...] about Tramways Construction Targeted for Completion in 2014
Indaba 2012 Triumph
Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) and the municipality report that they have reaped the benefits of their collective efforts at the South African tourism event of the year, Indaba 2012, saying that they have returned to the city together with enthusiast international media all set to tell millions of readers and viewers all about Nelson Mandela Bay. Chinese and Argentinian journalists from their respective countries' top travel media have selected Nelson Mandela Bay as their post Indaba tour. … [Read more...] about Indaba 2012 Triumph
NMBT Responds to PE Cheetah ‘Attack’
Dear Editor In response to recent media reports about the attack of a Scottish tourist by a cheetah at a game park in Port Elizabeth, Nelson Mandela Bay, I refer. As CEO of Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) and loving-local, it is hard for me to admit that even in a wonderful city like ours, unpleasant things do happen to tourists now and again. There is not a destination in the world that is immune to misfortune at some time or another. Firstly, I would like to sympathise with all the … [Read more...] about NMBT Responds to PE Cheetah ‘Attack’
Do Some Different Running in the Streets of Motherwell
This year's Motherwell Freedom Run will not just replace the SA half marathon that used to take place in this suburb; it will also provide the unique opportunity of getting our rainbow nation to run down the streets of Motherwell, said Michael Mbambani, event organizer. Mbambani described last year's event as a successful incident free race that gave the sponsors the confidence to support the event again. Executive Mayor Zanoxolo Wayile said the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality as a … [Read more...] about Do Some Different Running in the Streets of Motherwell
7 Weeks, 7 Dates, 7 Concerts, All Free
You have seven chances to jive to the sounds of afro-pop this month as top local band, New Afroteens, embark on a seven-week tour of the townships in Port Elizabeth and Uitenhage. The free musical experience under the theme 'bringing music to the people' is an effort to give back to the community through the performing arts. Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) has teamed up with the young performing artists in support of their focus on bringing top-class music to the township. "This could … [Read more...] about 7 Weeks, 7 Dates, 7 Concerts, All Free
McArthur Baths Festive Season Turnover
The McArthur Pool and Leisure Centre recorded a bumper season over December 2011 and January 2012, overcoming challenges at cusp of its seasonal opening, to deliver the ideal seaside family chill-out location overlooking Port Elizabeth, Nelson Mandela Bay's Kings and Denville beaches. The municipality and Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism (NMBT) pulled out all the stops to ensure the Centre, also known as McArthur Baths, would open in time for the festive season. "We are not able to control the … [Read more...] about McArthur Baths Festive Season Turnover
