Open local tourism and save jobs – protesters: Ngubane set to consult with President Cyril Ramaphosa and the national coronavirus command council on protesters' demands. Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Briefcase businessman who took over Railways without paying a cent: On the second floor of Block B at the Kenya Railways headquarters, then man perched at the echelon of our railway system. He was – or so we thought – the Steve Jobs or Lee Iacocca of the century-old ... Source: … [Read more...] about Open local tourism and save jobs – protesters – Port Elizabeth Business News
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Tourism recovery plan to be submitted to Cabinet next month
Tourism Minister Mmamokolo Kubayi-Ngubane says the department is finalizing the country’s tourism recovery plan with a view of submitting it to Cabinet next month. She said this when she outlined the department’s priorities for the year ahead during a National Assembly virtual mini-plenary on Wednesday. She said this as the tourism sector finds itself in a severe state due to the after-effects of lockdown. “Working together with various stakeholders we have put together the tourism … [Read more...] about Tourism recovery plan to be submitted to Cabinet next month
The Devastating Kak that Tourism Accommodation Owners Find Themselves in
Without a normal income for 16 months it could take Tourism Accommodation Owners two years or more to recover Let's explain the massive loss to the tourism industry in simple math: Assumptions: We have a Guest House with 8 rooms - each room sells at R880.00 per night and the occupancy levels prior to Lockdown were at 80%, giving us a monthly turnover of R165 500.00 Our costs were in the region of R140 000 per month, leaving us with R25 000.00 'profit' per month During Lockdown our costs … [Read more...] about The Devastating Kak that Tourism Accommodation Owners Find Themselves in
Recovery of the tourism industry will depend on how travel ready authorities are
Opening tourism industry must be under strict conditions Tourism Minister, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane, has reiterated that while easing the COVID-19 lockdown regulations in the tourism sector is aimed at assisting businesses, it has to be done under strict conditions to curb the further spread of the virus. Addressing the Portfolio Committee on Tourism on Thursday, Kubayi-Ngubane said the department’s focus is on supporting domestic tourism as the first point of recovery. “The recovery of … [Read more...] about Recovery of the tourism industry will depend on how travel ready authorities are
Coronavirus: Shielding ‘terrified’ of tourism influx – Lockdown News
Coronavirus: Shielding 'terrified' of tourism influx: Some people shielding from Covid-19 in Cornwall have said they felt "terrified" about their safety with an influx of visitors expected as lockdown restrictions were lifted. Hotels, campsites, ... Source: "Coronavirus Lockdown" - BingNews. Citizens Advice sees surge in demand for redundancy advice: The charity said data showed views of redundancy advice increased in June, after its furlough information pages had "skyrocketed" in March. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus: Shielding ‘terrified’ of tourism influx – Lockdown News
Produced for South African Tourism
Visit and explore more videos From Port Elizabeth. https://youtu.be/yLbCGBP1zdU Whale and Dolphin Watching Tours in Algoa Bay, Port Elizabeth, Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa: https://abmarine.co.za Sardine Run Expeditions in Algoa Bay, Port Elizabeth, Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa: https://expert-tours.com Related interests: https://reachtrust.co.za Click HERE to find more 'From Port Elizabeth' videos. CLICK HERE to submit your favourite video From Port Elizabeth. Visit … [Read more...] about Produced for South African Tourism
Are we doing a GOOD JOB Killing Tourism?
According to the World Travel and Tourism Council, the 2018 contribution of the tourism sector in South Africa, directly accounted for 2.8% of real gross domestic product (GDP), which amounts to R139 billion and this was projected to grow to R145,3 billion for 2019. Apologies but you will have to skip to the last section OR watch the entire video to get to the meat and hypocrisy being shown by those in power casting tourism crumbs on the ground... https://youtu.be/7hL9xOugG1o MyPE on … [Read more...] about Are we doing a GOOD JOB Killing Tourism?
COVID-19 LIVE UPATES | Need to move faster on relief, and split tourism sector – Port Elizabeth in the News
COVID-19 LIVE UPATES | Need to move faster on relief, and split tourism sector: Need to move faster on relief, and split tourism sector. The issue of whether some subsectors within the broader tourism sector can ease ba ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Ollie Pope aims to become integral to England side after impressive Test emergence in South Africa: The next great hope of English batting is currently confined to playing air shots in his living room with one of his five bats but … [Read more...] about COVID-19 LIVE UPATES | Need to move faster on relief, and split tourism sector – Port Elizabeth in the News
Department has wrong approach to Tourism
Dear MyPE The results of a survey conducted for the Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA) in collaboration with the Tourism Department and the International Finance Corporation released this week shows that the tourism sector has been severely negatively affected by Covid-19 and the measures taken to reduce the spread of it. Of the respondents that participated in this survey, 99% of them have been affected by the pandemic. The survey found that due to the lockdown the supply … [Read more...] about Department has wrong approach to Tourism
The State of Tourism Monologue (Webinar)
Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane - 0 | Tourism Industry - 0 The Minister of Tourism, Republic of South Africa, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane and Sisa Ntshona, CEO SA Tourism hosted a webinar today on the State of Tourism in South Africa. The webinar, scheduled for 12:30 started at 3:00 pm. Most of the participants were looking to have their Burning Questions around BEE and the Relief fund answered. Instead of the session being more of a Q&A session the Minister delivered a lecture on … [Read more...] about The State of Tourism Monologue (Webinar)
Lockdown Day 15 – How PE Will Greet Tourists AFTER COVID 19
https://youtu.be/DDLJcRhG1pM Day 15 of South Africa's extended lockdown. We make plans on how Port Elizabeth (the city named for love) will greet visitors to our fair shores once travel is 'allowed' again. Read more: http://mype.co.za/new/10-reasons-to-visit-port-elizabeth/39948/2014/09/ Port Elizabeth was named by Sir Rufane Shaw Donkin, the Acting Governor of the Cape Colony, who named it Port Elizabeth after his late wife, Elizabeth. The settlement named for love was christened Port … [Read more...] about Lockdown Day 15 – How PE Will Greet Tourists AFTER COVID 19
What will happen to tourism After COVID-19
One of South Africa's Biggest Foreign Exchange Earners Needs to Gear Up for Rapid Recovery The economic fallout from the numerous lockdowns worldwide will be immense. The way to recovery for tourism in Nelson Mandela Bay especially will revolve around three main items: Safe travel via flights Minimal infection and death-rates in Nelson Mandela Bay Ability to guarantee proper attention to visitors health and safety Tourism as a whole will awaken slowly again and the order will … [Read more...] about What will happen to tourism After COVID-19
What to do should any foreign tourists arrive
Tourism Minister Provides Clarity Following President'S Speech The inter-ministerial briefing on 24 March has provided some additional clarity following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement last night of a national lockdown. Tourism Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane issued some information to assist tourism establishments in the interpretation of the President’s measures. Further advice will come through once travel regulations and the Government Gazettes are issued. Tthere are still … [Read more...] about What to do should any foreign tourists arrive
South African Tourism Update On Africa Travel Indaba – MyPR.co.za
South African Tourism Update On Africa Travel Indaba: Amidst the outbreak of the Coronavirus on South African shores, the tourism industry has had to re-evaluate and assess a number of business events which were scheduled to take place in the coming months. In line with this assessment, Africa’s premier travel trade show, the Tourism Indaba scheduled for May 2020 at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Convention Centre in Durban, was postponed to a date yet to be confirmed. South African Tourism will … [Read more...] about South African Tourism Update On Africa Travel Indaba – MyPR.co.za
Suggested Procedure for Tourist / Guest Cancellations
SATSA advice on how to handle Coronavirus (COVID-19) cancellations The Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA) has issued advice to members on how to handle cancellations saying that overall this could be a difficult and tricky situation to deal with. Try and be polite, do not fight and try explain the issue from your point of view. Explain to the guests alternative options they might have and perhaps did not consider. How this is handled is of great importance. Suggested … [Read more...] about Suggested Procedure for Tourist / Guest Cancellations
