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GET TO KNOW: Inge Dykman, Head: Leisure, Tourism and Trade, Wesgro
THE HOSPITALITY LEADERSHIP FORUM QUESTIONS
GET TO KNOW: Tim Harlech-Jones, Business Development Director, Bentel Associates International
THE HOSPITALITY LEADERSHIP FORUM QUESTIONS
GET TO KNOW: Sabine Blehle, Chief Executive Officer, GoVacation Africa
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GET TO KNOW: Sean Granger, General Manager, Granny Mouse Country House & Spa.
THE HOSPITALITY LEADERSHIP FORUM QUESTIONS
Marriott removing plastic straws from its 6,500 hotels
The largest hotel chain in the world joins the move against straws.
Marriott international expects to add nearly 20 properties
Arne Sorenson CEO Marriott Marriott International has announced it expects to add 19 new properties and more than 3,000 rooms to its Middle East and Africa portfolio in 2019
SA has largest travel and tourism economy in Africa
South Africa has the largest travel and tourism economy in Africa, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).
Giving back feels great: Buy these 5 items and you’ll be supporting the Sunflower Fund
Someone once said: “When courage, genius and generosity hold hands, all things are possible”
SA’s Tourism Grading Council has 17 new accolades coming into effect: Here’s what you should look out for
There are certain experiences and attractions that travellers just naturally gravitate towards when choosing a holiday – but in reality – no two destinations are the same.
EMPOWERING WOMEN IN HOSPITALITY
The goal: 30% female representation in executive management positions and on boards by 2022.
EXHIBITOR NEWS: Near-waterless laundry system promises sustainable future for hotels
“Laundry systems that will revolutionise the local tourism sector use 80% less water and can save up to 22 000 litres per guest room in water consumption annually”
EXHIBITOR NEWS: Scandinavian arrives at The Hotel Show Africa
“Invest in quality products whilst helping save water and improving the quality of life at the same time.”
GET TO KNOW: Rishabh Thapar, associate director, HVS
“Take your time planning your investment to the highest and best use, so execution is smooth; invest in continuous training and don’t lose ‘hospitality’ and ‘sustainability’ from the core of the company.”
GET TO KNOW: Nicholas Plewman, Director, Nicholas Plewman Architects
“Do not see an artificial ceiling on sustainability. “Trim the hedge” between the hotel and its environment, whether that be urban or rural. Be authentic.”
GET TO KNOW: Dale Simpson, curator, Radisson Red Hotel V&A Waterfront
“Create environments that inspire from design, feel, delivery, whatever. People want to photograph it, share it, they are content-enthusiasts. Focus on the guest experience, this is not about design, it’s about feel, it’s vibe, it’s sensual. Collaborate, don’t try and be a master of all things, work with great partners and talented people”
