cape town & western cape destination guide

CONTENTS

CONTENTS

CONTENTS

Cape Town, your Host City 3 Reasons to Visit 5 Key Attractions 6 Fast Facts 6 Safety and Security 6

Travel to Cape Town 9

Cape Town International Convention Centre 11

Accommodation 15

Social Events 19

Western Cape Regions 23

Day Excursions 27

Pre & Post Tour Experiences 29

Conference Support 33

Directory of Services 35

Local Trade Association 35

Accommodation o 5 Star Hotels 37 o 4 Star Hotels 38 o 3 Star Hotels 40

Professional Conference Organizers (PCO) 41

Additional Support Services 48

Destination Management Companies (DMC) 49

Important Contact Details 51

Victoria & Alfred Waterfront

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CAPE TOWN, YOUR HOST CITY

Photos from Left to Right: Photos from left to right: Groot Constantia Wine Estate, guests enjoying sporting

event, Bo-Kaap, Cape Town International Convention Centre, Traditional African Entertainment; Cape Dutch

Architecture; V&A Waterfront; Cape Minstrels

Cape Town, Your Host City

The World Best Tourism Destination 2011TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice Destinations Awards, May 2011

Cape Town is the quintessential melting pot: it is a city alive with creativity, colour, sounds and tastes.

While walking through the city’s streets and meeting its people, you will fall in love with its natural beauty, creative freedom and incred-ible spirit.

Cape Town is a city where the unexpected is always just around the corner and the beauti-ful province of the Western Cape lies ready to be explored across the city border.Cape Town is not only the most popular inter-national tourist destination in South Africa, but Africa as a whole. This is due to its good climate, natural setting, and well-developed infrastructure.

Cape Town is the second-most populated city in South Africa after Johannesburg, and the provincial capital and primate city of the Western Cape. As the seat of the National Par-liament, it is also the legislative capital of the country.

The city is famous for its harbour, its natu-ral setting in the Cape floral kingdom, world famous winelands as well as for such well-known landmarks as Table Mountain and Cape Point.

The multiple awards the destination has re-ceived is consistent proof of its global appeal and world-class facilities, attractions and ex-periences.

Welcome to Cape Town and the Western Cape.

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LANGUAGEWhile French and German are becoming increasingly common with immigration from Europe as well as West and Central Africa, the business language of Cape Town and the Western Cape is English.

A CENTRE FOR KNOWLEDGECape Town and the Western Cape is an intellectual magnet, with four world-class universities and other research institutions in fields as diverse as astronomy, science, medicine and social politics.

EASY ACCESSCape Town International Airport is served by more than 20 international airlines on a weekly basis, linking the destination to global hubs like Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Dubai, Singapore and London (and a wide variety of other connections via Johannesburg.)

VALUE FOR MONEYThe destination is recognised internationally as one of the most affordable business tourism and incentive travel destinations in the world.

CLIMATEA moderate Mediterranean climate.

GLOBAL APPEALCape Town has consistently been voted as one of the world’s favourite tourist destinations. The city’s global profile as a modern and convenient city, secure high delegate numbers.

COSMOPOLITAN DESTINATIONCape Town and the Western Cape is a cosmopolitan destination, where cultural diversity is welcomed.Immigration from Europe and Africa has lent the city in particular an exciting vibrancy, adding to its creativity. A wealth of artistic and musical talent, opera, ballet, drama and comedy are always on offer.

ROOM FOR EVERYONECape Town and Western Cape has an extensive selection of first-class hotels that promise guests pleasurable experiences; from 5-star hotels to excellent bed and breakfast establishments.The city boasts more than 20 000 rooms.

FIRST CLASS WINING AND DININGThe region is one of the wine capitals of the world, and the renowned Cape Winelands is both within the city and on its doorstep. The destination’s many restaurants serve traditional, contemporary Cape and international cuisine

EXCELLENT BUSINESS TOURISM INFRASTRUCTUREThere are a host of world-class multi-purpose venues to choose from, including the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), an impressive, architecturally striking city landmark.

The destination also has an excellent support system for hosting any event, from the largest convention to innovative themed events.

SCENERY, NATURE AND ACTIVITIESOne of the reasons Africa gets under the skin. The region offers unparalleled natural wonders with a large variety of activities to satisfy even the most discerning visitor.

REASONS TO VISIT

Reasons to Visit

Bo-Kaap – Traditional Cape Malay Area

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KEY ATTRACTIONS

Cape Town has so much to offer as a tourist destination. It is blessed to have South Africa’s top six tourist attractions within one hour’s drive from the city centre, the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Table Mountain, Cape Point, the Cape Winelands, Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens and Robben Island, a short boat trip away.

TABLE MOUNTAINSouth Africa’s world-renowned icon, Table Mountain, was afforded National Park status in May 1998. Table Mountain offers something for everyone – magnificent views, cable car rides, mountain-biking, hiking, serious rock climbing, cross country running, fascinating botany, birding and for the more adventurous, abseiling and paragliding. Visitors are treated to a spectacular view during the ride to the top of Table Mountain aboard a modern cable car with a revolving floor.

VICTORIA & ALFRED WATERFRONTCape Town’s Victoria and Alfred Waterfront has established itself as a leading world-class waterfront. The unique working harbour with scenic views of Table Mountain combined with entertainment options like shopping, street musicians, museums, an aquarium, boat trips and cinemas promise to make any visit an unforgettable experience.

ROBBEN ISLANDRobben Island is one of South Africa’s four World Heritage sites. This barren windswept island was the prison home of former President Nelson Mandela for 18 years. Here you can experience the view that kept Nelson Mandela’s dream of freedom for his country alive.

CAPE POINTThe Cape of Good Hope and Cape Point form part of the Cape Peninsula National Park and are managed by South African National Parks. Visitors can enjoy the 7 750 hectares reserve of indigenous flora and fauna and over 150 bird species and can also travel with the only funicular in Africa to the viewing platform 678 metres above the sea.

KIRSTENBOSCH BOTANICAL GARDENSKirstenbosch is internationally acclaimed as

one of the great botanical gardens of the world. Situated on the south eastern slopes of Cape Town’s magnificent Table Mountain, the estate covers 528 hectares and includes a cultivated garden and a nature reserve. Indeed the tiny Cape Peninsula has more floral diversity than the whole of Europe combined.

CONSTANTIA WINELANDSSouth Africa and the Western Cape produce some of the world’s best wines. The first wines in South Africa were produced at Steenberg in 1695 and Groot Constantia is the oldest productive wine estate in the country situated within the city of Cape Town.

FAST FACTS

POPULATIONThe Western Cape holds a population of 5.8 million

CLIMATEThe Cape boasts typical Mediterranean climate – warm summers (October – March) and mild and cool wet winters (June – August).Summer temperatures range between 15 °C ( 59 °F) and 27 °C ( 80.6 °F ) Winter temperature ranges between 7 °C (44.6 °F) at night and 18 °C (64.4 °F) by day.

TIMESouth African Time is set at GMT +2 and there are no time zone differences within South Africa and

VISASVisas are issued by the South African missions abroad and must be affixed in the applicant’s passport before departing for South Africa. Visas are not issued on arrival at South African ports on entry. Many nationalities do not require a visa to enter South Africa, it is best to check with your travel agents if this is enquired.;• For detailed information, please visit:h t t p : / / w w w. s e r v i c e s . g o v. z a / s e r v i c e s /content/Home/ServicesforForeignNationals/Temporaryresidence/Applicationforavisa/en_ZA

CURRENCYThe Rand is the official currency in South Africa. Foreign currency can be exchanged at commercial banks and at various Bureaux de Change.

TAXMajority of goods sold in South Africa is subject to a 14% Value Added Tax (VAT). Tourists are not exempt from paying VAT. However, they can claim back the VAT portion if the value of the goods bought exceeds a certain amount – currently, R250.

INTERNET & WIRELESS CONNECTIVITYSouth Africa offers a sophisticated internet network and Wireless (Wi-Fi) is readily available throughout the city. Most of the hotels will offer complimentary Wi-Fi connectivity.

MOBILE PHONESA variety of mobile networks are available in South Africa and local Sim cards are available at airports and major shopping centres.

ELECTRIC CURRENT40 volts AC and for small appliances, a plug adaptor may be needed for three pin sockets.

MEASUREMENTSDistances are measured in kilometres and metres; temperature in Celsuis and Kilogrammes and grams are used to indicate weight

DRIVINGAn international driver’s licence is required when driving around South Africa. Driving is on the left and speed limits are in kilometres.

WATERThe regions superior water supply infrastructure guarantees some of the best water in the world.

MEDICAL ORGANISATION AND CONTROLThe city is served by two state run level one trauma centres (Groote Schuur Hospital and Tygerberg Hospital). There are also 9 regional emergency centres in the city. Cape Town CBD is served by METRO EMS ambulance service and three private ambulance services.

COMMUNICABLE AND TROPICAL DISEASESMANAGEMENTCape Town has no risk of tropical diseases. It is not a malaria area. There are no current vaccine recommendations for the general public (adults) and tourists. Visitors are encouraged to visit their doctor before travelling to Southern Africa (especially if they are visiting various regions or connecting via different African countries)

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Despite perceptions to the contrary, Cape Town is as safe as most international cities, and this is in no small measure due to the efforts of the Central City Improvement District (CCID). One of the main drivers behind the establishment of the CCID in 2000 was to make Cape Town’s Central City the safest in the country. The vision was to set up effective preventive and reactive security measures through highly visible police officers, mobile vehicles and a bicycle squad twenty four hours a day.

Altogether, 200 security officers keep the streets of the CBD safe, day and night, for all those who work in, live in or visit the city. The dedicated team of security managers and foot officers, who are highly visible, patrol the streets on a 24-hour basis.Multi-lingual officers with all officers fluent in English.

A CCTV surveillance network, paid for by the City of Cape Town, assists in keeping crime at bay. In addition, Cape Town now also boasts a municipal police force. Three hundred and fifty officers have already been trained, 35 of whom are allocated to the central city specifically.

CCID security officers work in a close partnership with the private sector and all law enforcement agencies by communicating on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. This unique partnership has seen a consistent decrease in the crime rate.

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CAPE POINT

BOULDERS BEACH

CONSTANTIA WINELANDS

KIRSTENBOSCH BOTANICAL GARDENS

UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN

TABLE MOUNTAIN

CITY CENTRE

CAPE TOWN MAIN TRAIN STATION

SIGNAL HILL

CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE

CAPE TOWN STADIUM

V & A WATERFRONT

ROBBIN ISLAND

WINELANDS

AIRPORT

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CAPE POINT

BOULDERS BEACH

CONSTANTIA WINELANDS

HOUT BAY

KIRSTENBOSCH BOTANICAL GARDENS

CAMPS BAY

UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN

TABLE MOUNTAIN

CITY CENTRE

SIGNAL HILL


CAPE TOWN STADIUM

V&A WATERFRONT

ROBBEN ISLAND

HOUT BAY

CAMPS BAY

SIGNAL HILL

Delegates to Cape Town mostly arrive and depart by air. Once on the ground, getting around is relatively simple and convenient, with taxi and hire-cars (and hotel shuttles) and an airport shuttle being preferred modes of transport for international travellers. Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town have modern airports with facilities to match.

The Cape Town International Convention Centre and other conference venues and hotels in the Cape Town central business district are a 20-minute drive from Cape Town International Airport.

In addition the Integrated Rapid Transit system operate a regular bus shuttle service between the airport and the central business district.

A number of international and national carriers service Cape Town International Airport directly, with the bulk of international carriers

flying into Johannesburg. Cape Town is a two-hour domestic flight from Johannesburg and, on average, there are flights every half hour between the two cities with a variety of domestic carriers.

INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES FLYING DIRECTLY INTO CAPE TOWN

• Air Mauritius

• Air Namibia (Regional)

• British Airways

• Emirates

• KLM

• Lufthansa

• Singapore Airlines

• South African Airways & SA Express

• Virgin Atlantic

• Turkish Airlines

• Qatar Airways

In addition, domestic carriers also service Cape Town, with frequent scheduled onward services to other centres in South Africa including Johannesburg, George, Durban, Port Elizabeth, East London, Kimberley, Bloemfontein, Upington and Nelspruit.

• British Airways/Comair

• Kulula.com

• South African Airways

• South African Airlink

• South African Express

• Mango Airlines

TRAVEL TO CAPE TOWN

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Cape Town International Airport

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DEPARTURE CHECK-INDeparting passengers should allow at least two and a half hours check-in time for all international flights. An hour and a half is normally adequate for domestic check-in and this will allow for sufficient time for parking and check processes.

CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTThe 2010 FIFA World Cup has resulted in an increase in infrastructure investment and the upgraded airport now offer 4,000 bay multi-storey parkade, new aircraft parking stands, airbridges, a retail shopping mall and a new, state-of-the-art CCTV system, enabling improved security and safety at the airport.

Cape Town International Airport has once again been awarded the Best Airport in Africa and the Best Airport in Africa for Staff Service Excellence at the SKYTRAX World Airport Awards held on 10 April 2013. The announcement comes weeks after the airport was awarded the Best Airport in Africa award by Airports Council International.

The airport scooped the same awards at the 2012 ceremony. In 2011, Cape Town International Airport won two Airport Council International (ACI) Airport Service Quality (ASQ) global awards for the Best Airport in Africa and Best Improved in Africa. The airport also won the SKYTRAX World Airport Awards 2011 for Best Airport in Africa for Staff Service Excellence.

GEORGE AIRPORTServicing the Cape Garden Route and Klein Karoo, George Airport is conveniently located within 10 minutes drive from the Cape Garden Route’s principle town of George and within an hour’s drive of the popular tourist and incentive destinations of

Mossel Bay, Knysna, Plettenberg Bay and Oudtshoorn. George airport is serviced by regular scheduled flights from Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, East London, Durban and Johannesburg.

ESTIMATED FLYING TIMES

DOMESTIC FLIGHTS

Johannesburg – Cape Town 1h 50min

Durban – Cape Town 1h 55min

Port Elizabeth – Cape Town 1h 15min

INTERNATIONAL DIRECT

London 11h 30min

Dubai 09h 25min

Frankfurt / Munich 10h 30min

Singapore 13h 25min

Amsterdam 11h 15min

Paris 11h 15min

Zurich 11h 25min

INTERNATIONAL VIA JOHANNESBURG

Atlanta 11h 30min

Washington 09h 25min

New York 10h 30min

Hong Kong 13h 25min

Beijing 11h 15min

Mumbai 11h 15min

Sydney 11h 25min

Perth 09h 20min

Sao Paulo 10h 45min

Abu Dhabi 08h 20min

Istanbul 09h 40min

Doha 08h 00min

Zurich 10h 20min

Frankfurt / Munich 10h 55min

Cairo 07h 55min

Nairobi 04h 00min

AIRPORT INFORMATIONFor more detailed information, please visit:www.acsa.co.za

Best Airport in Africa 2010, 2011 & 2012Airport Service Quality Global Awards, March 2011

Best Improved Airport in Africa 2010

Airport Service Quality Global Awards, March 2011

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Photos from left to right : Exterior with Westin Cape Town, Mezzanine lounge area, Conservatories,

Auditorium 2, Passages, Auditorium 1, Meeting Rooms, Entrance to Convention Square

Cape Town International Convention Centre

Winner of the prestigious UFI 2013 Sustainable Development Award

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The Cape Town International Convention Centre is a place where people from all walks of life are brought together, a tangible dem-onstration of the power of partnership, and an excellent example of the success that can be achieved when public and private enter-prises work together towards shared goals.

Thanks to its innovative design with meticu-lous attention to detail, its comprehensive array of world-class services, five star accom-modation facilities, and dedicated staff with a proven passion for service excellence, the CTICC consistently delivers unforgettable ex-periences that keeps event hosts, and their guests coming back - again and again.

LOCATIONIdeally situated at the confluence of the mighty Atlantic and Indian Oceans, and with Table Mountain - one of the natural wonders of the world - as its backdrop, the appeal of Cape Town as a first world destination of choice is undeniable. As the city’s global ap-peal grows, so too does its profile as one of the world’s leading convention and meetings destinations.

Modern, flexible, affordable and world class; the CTICC’s location in the heart of Cape Town’s business district, combined with the ease of access it offers from anywhere in the city, makes it the perfect location for any event. Located close to the major highways, guests are just 45 minutes away from the pop-ular winelands, or a quick 20 minutes away from Cape Town International Airport.

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VENUEWhether you are organising a small event for ten people or a major convention for ten thousand visitors, the CTICC offers a variety of flexible meeting spaces. With multifunctional 11 200m² exhibition and trade show space; two fixed raked seating auditoria for 1500 and 620 people; a Roof Terrace Room with spectacular city and mountain views; 33 meeting rooms; spacious and deluxe banqueting and function rooms including a magnificent 2000m² Ballroom, the CTICC provides a tailor-made venue for every conceivable activity – if you can imagine it, we can host it!

TECHNOLOGY: AT YOUR FINGERTIPSThe CTICC combines aesthetics with supreme functionality. The highly sophisticated IT network with its fibre optic backbone, includes some 1800 CAT5e data points located across the exhibition halls, meeting rooms and public spaces. This infrastructure is used to offer a host of technology services which include secure broadband internet. Every corner of the CTICC is also covered by separate wireless networks.

Remote control touch panels in certain venues allow event organisers to control light levels, blinds, and projection screens. Should a power failure occur, emergency back-up generators guarantee an uninterrupted power supply.

ACCESSIBILITYThe CTICC has been designed around its visitors, including the disabled. The complex features international standard wheelchair access, designated drop-off points and parking bays, toilets for the physically challenged and elevators with Braille inscription.

Service and quality: a great Cape traditionThe staff at the CTICC are a committed team, aided by a sophisticated infrastructure, and cutting edge technology. The CTICC is supported by the qualified expertise of professional, preferred suppliers who complement the core services of the centre. These incorporate a full range of services from audiovisual and IT, to rigging and security.

INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATIONSIn 2009, the CTICC gained the distinction of being the first convention centre in Africa, and the second convention centre in the world, to obtain four management system certifications simultaneously. The CTICC had its work processes certified to the internationally recognised systems standards in the form of:

• ISO 9001 – Quality Management

• ISO 14001 – Environmental Management

• OHSAS 18001 – Occupational Health and Safety

• HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control

Points) – Food Safety

Clockwise from top left : Exterior from Coen Steytler Avenue; Exterior from Convention Square; Mezzanine Level above main entrance; Exterior view from Adderley Street; Exhibition Halls; Aerial view of Centre, Harbour and Congress Hotels; Roof Terrace Room; Conservatories

Cape Town International Convention Centre

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GLOBAL REPORTING INITIATIVE (GRI)The GRI is a global network-based organisation that produces a comprehensive international sustainability reporting framework for leading organisations.

The CTICC was the first convention centre in the world to align its reporting practices to the GRI framework and submit its report for an application-level check, achieving a Level B status. In addition to its GRI reporting, the CTICC is also one of the few international convention centre’s to belong to the United Nations Global Compact and the Green Meetings Industry.

SUSTAINABILITYAt the CTICC, we have long recognised that sustainable business success requires that organisations make sound environmental practices a strategic imperative. As such, the centre has a dedicated environmental task team that advises management on trends and issues in environmental management. This ‘green’ commitment is nothing new to the CTICC.

From the first day of construction, the centre has worked hard to minimise its environmental impact and the proposed expansion of the CTICC will build further on the centre’s reputation as a truly ‘green’ event destination.

AMENITIESStart your day with a fresh brew at Coffee on the Square, situated in the main foyer of the CTICC. If you feel more indulgent, the privately owned a-la-carte Marimba Restaurant offers a delectable fusion of South African and cosmopolitan cuisine, as well as top-notch entertainment.

Internationally renowned, ER 24 is the centre’s onsite medical service provider. Guests and clients to the centre have the convenience of an array of essential medical services at their disposal.

For all personal foreign exchange transactions, Imali Express offers a hassle-free service to all delegates and visitors to the CTICC

wishing to purchase or sell foreign currency, with competitive rates and friendly, helpful consultants.

Whatever your day-to-day needs whilst running or attending a conference, the CTICC has them covered thanks to a variety of handy on-site facilities.

Contact details For more detailed information, please visit www.cticc.co.za or +27 21 410 5000

Please refer to page xx for detailed venue breakdown

One of the Top 10 Cheapest Global Travel CitiesTripadvisor 2013

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ACCOMMODATION

Photos from left to right : One & Only Cape Town; African Pride 15 on Orange; Taj Cape Town;

Southern Sun Cullinan; The Bay Hotel; Lagoon Beach Hotel; Southern Sun Cape Sun; Mount

Nelson Hotel

Accommodation

#1 City to visit in Africa and Middle EastCondé Nast Traveler 2010 Readers’ Choice Awards, October 2010

Cape Town is Africa’s most sought after travel destination. With mountains, winelands, stunning nightlife hotspots, the V&A Waterfront, Chapman’s Peak and glorious beaches, this city is a must for any business traveller or holiday visitor.

Cape Town and the Western Cape offers a wide selection of accommodation options, ranging from luxurious 5 star hotels to very good quality 4 and 3 star options. With over 20 000 bedrooms in the greater Cape Town area, the city can comfortably accommodate anything from small meetings to large international congresses.

The greatest density of Cape Town hotels, boutique hotels, Bed and Breakfasts, guest houses and self catering apartments and holiday villas are situated within the City Bowl area and immediate South Atlantic Seaboard

belt, all within a 10 minute drive from Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town International Convention Centre and the V&A Waterfront.

Highly desirable suburbs like Tamboerskloof and Oranjezicht spill down the slopes of Table Mountain towards Gardens, Cape Town City Centre, De Waterkant and the exclusive Waterfront. From the Waterfront the dazzling Atlantic coastline curves south, fringed by the seaside suburbs of Green Point, Sea Point, Bantry Bay the ultra glamorous suburbs of Clifton and Camps Bay.

Outside the city, the different regions of the Western Cape, namely West Coast, Overberg, Garden Route, Klein Karoo and the Cape Winelands all offer guests a unique experience.

These regions offer ideal accommodation options for smaller meetings, incentive

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programmes and for delegates who which to extend their stay in Cape Town before or after a congress.

The outlining regions offer a variety of unforgettable destinations and experiences, ranging from world class golfing resorts, game reserves, winefarms, beach venues and elegant and intimate guesthouses.

For more detailed information and accommodation options within the regions, please visit: www.tourismcapetown.co.za

Table Bay Hotel at V&A Waterfront

Please refer to pages 37-40 for detailed hotel details

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Photos clockwise from top left: Cape Grace Hotel; Southern Sun Waterfront; Westin Cape Town; Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront; African Pride 15 on Orange Hotel

Accommodation

Table Mountain New 7th Wonder of the World

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Photos clockwise from top left: Cape Grace Hotel; Southern Sun Waterfront; Westin Cape Town; Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront; African Pride 15 on Orange Hotel

Table Mountain New 7th Wonder of the World

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SOCIAL EVENTS

Photos from Left to Right: Events in Cape Winelands; Street Party with Cape Minstrels; Beach BBQ; Cocktail function overlooking city skyline

Social Events

Photos from left to right : Formal Gala Dinner at Artscape Opera House; Temporary Event Structure

Cape Town and the Western Cape has a wealth of conference and function venues with many international congresses, the social programme is considered almost as important as the con-ference proceedings. This is an opportunity for the host country to share some of its traditions with international visitors. Being a cosmopoli-tan city with a remarkable history and physical presence, Cape Town has many opportunities to stage unique and memorable social events.

Event venues can accommodate formal can-dle-lit dinners in a historical venue, informal celebrations at an African Restaurant to a vari-ety of breathtaking locations for marquees and outdoor events. Dinners at local wine estates or at world-renowned hotels can also be very special.

Cape Town is known for our excellent food, award winning wine and world class hospitality and all of these aspects will contribute in mak-ing any event a highlight of hosting a congress in Cape Town.

With expert suppliers, providing excellent décor, entertainment and infrastructure, Cape Town will save meeting planners from having these skills brought in from abroad, hence saving a lot of money in the process.

Capetonians are very proud of our destination and our various cultural influences and we invite guests to enjoy our Mother City.

Welcome to Cape Town… Enjoy the party!

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Photos from Left to Right : Traditional African Entertainment; Cape Jazz entertainer

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Photos clockwise from the top left: Cape Town streetparty, variety of cocktail venues, welcome drinks at garden function, welcome drinks at winelands venue, Bedouin tents overlooking Atlantic Ocean, Marquee structures at the Castle of Good Hope

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Photos clockwise from the top left: Cape Town streetparty, variety of cocktail venues, welcome drinks at garden function, welcome drinks at winelands venue, Bedouin tents overlooking Atlantic Ocean, Marquee structures at the Castle of Good Hope

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WESTERN CAPE REGIONSThe Western Cape is divided up into six distinct tourism regions, namely the Cape Winelands, Garden Route, Cape Karoo, Cape Overberg, West Coast and of course the greater Cape Town area.

All of these regions offer the visitors an abundance of activities and accommodation options.

Photos from left to Right: Garden Route; Cape Winelands; Ostriches near Oudshoorn in Cape Klein Karoo; Cape West Coast

Western Cape Regions

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CAPE WINELANDSTo many, this region is the most classically beautiful part of South Africa. Craggy mountains, valleys, streams … with centuries old Cape Dutch architecture in between, and all those vineyards together with picturesque historic towns and villages all within an hour or two’s drive from Cape Town. Choose from some 600 wine estates for a fabulous wine tasting experience and perhaps a bite to eat at one of the fine country restaurants situated on many of the wine estates. Naturally, it’s the wine most visitors come for. With most cellars easily accessible from Cape Town, surrounding small, long established and stylish towns like Stellenbosch, Franschhoek and Paarl are a highly convenient outing for local and foreign visitors alike, that can last from a couple of hours to an entire day or longer. With first-rate meeting and conferencing facilities, the Cape Winelands is perfect as a day conference teambuilding or incentive destination. Longer duration events make even more sense, the variety of accommodation options throughout the region making it an ideal business tourism location. From the luxury of upmarket hotels to warm welcomes at

historic farm houses and guest houses, the Cape Winelands has ample quality accommodation. Think of it; leave London on the Friday night flight, arrive in time for the start of a Saturday morning conference, and be back at the desk early in the week (if you really need to rush).

CAPE GARDEN ROUTE & KLEIN KAROOThe stretch of scenically splendid country straddling the southern coast of South Africa’s Western Cape province, the Cape Garden Route, has long been one of South Africa’s premier tourism attractions. Sandwiched between the Outeniqua mountain range and the Indian Ocean, and incorporating the few hundred kilometres from Mossel Bay to the wonders of the forests at Tstitsikamma National Park and taking in George, Knysna and Plettenberg Bay in between, this is an area of significant natural beauty. The area is perhaps best characterised by four creatures – the dolphins and whales and from the forest, the splendidly colourful Knysna Turaco and the secretive forest elephant.

The Klein Karoo, on the other hand, a far drier region to the north of the Outeniqua mountain range, is a more recent tourist discovery. Well known for being home to the largest section

of Route 62 – which has rapidly become South Africa’s most famous and scenic road-trip, the Klein or Little Karoo is best recognised for the ostrich farms outside its principle town, Oudtshoorn, and the massive limestone formations of the nearby Cango Caves. The many well-maintained and loved Victorian-era homes in the town were once home to the feather barons, today reminders of an age when the feathers of the ostrich were worth almost as much as gold. The larger region is the setting for quaint, period towns and villages such as Barrydale, Ladismith, De Rust, Uniondale and South Africa’s port wine capital, Calitzdorp, dwarfed by rugged mountain peaks to the north and south. The Western Cape’s biggest private game reserve, Sanbona, is found in this big-sky part of the Klein Karoo.

While the Klein Karoo is normally a quiet place, for three weeks in summer it comes alive with the sights and sounds of the annual Klein Karoo National Arts Festival, where people from all over the world gather under the warm Karoo skies to appreciate the art and culture of South Africa and simply celebrate life.

Whales watching near Hermanus

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CAPE KAROOIt’s little wonder that this part of the Western Cape is one of BBCTelevision’s favoured locations for its natural history programmes on palaeontology. Climatic conditions in the Cape Karoo have made it possible for more than 300-million years of the earth’s history to be recorded in stone.

Here, pre-historic men and beasts for millennia shared what was then a very different landscape. Today, in this vast and arid silence, the stories of the San people are recorded on the rock faces of this dramatic landscape. Rock-art sites take one back in time with recollections of more than 30 000 years of history of the San and Khoi Khoi people who once called this region home. Likewise, within the rocks is recorded another tale – that of the age of dinosaurs. The Cape Karoo has some of the best preserved dinosaur fossils yet found, with doubtless thousands more yet to be uncovered.

Despite the summer heat and arid conditions, the Cape Karoo is inhabited by one of South Africa’s premier tourist offerings – wildlife. And the treasure of these creatures is that most of them aren’t found in other reserves as they have specially adapted to survival in this harsh environment. Springbok, kudu, eland, the rare Cape Mountain zebra, bat-eared fox, riverine rabbit and a variety of bird species make their home in the Cape Karoo. The Karoo National Park, near Beaufort West, is a great location to get a sighting of the endangered black

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rhinoceros and the riverine rabbit, both among the rarest animals on earth.

A region of extremes that inspires thought and creativity without distraction, it is fitting that it is a place of pioneers.

CAPE OVERBERGIt is difficult to reign in the superlatives when referring to most parts of the Western Cape, but when contemplating the Cape Overberg it is surprisingly easy to let words run wild. Its coastlines are spectacular, the back -roads wind across the countryside as they do in a country song, and whale watching is as good as it gets. On the southernmost tip of the African continent, the Cape Overberg is arguably one of the most beautiful parts of Southern Africa. The Cape Overberg is a short one-hour drive from Cape Town over the spectacular Sir Lowry’s Pass or along the scenic coastal route, Clarence Drive, carved from the mountainside and hugging the cliffs from Gordon’s Bay to Betty’s Bay, Kleinmond and beyond. The sheer magnificence of peaks dropping straight into the ocean on the one side, and the rolling patchwork quilt of cultivated hills framed by yet more mountain ranges beyond – is difficult to ignore, and for the first-timer armed with a camera the journey may take a while.

The adventurous get their kicks in a variety of activities, shark-cage diving in Gansbaai, deep-sea fishing, abseiling, quad-biking and game viewing. Between June and December the

coast plays home to vast numbers of Southern Right whales that come to the protected bays to calve from the frigid Southern Ocean. During this time, Hermanus, the whale capital of South Africa, is packed with visitors from all over the world who come to experience the thrill of watching these majestic creatures at one of the world’s best land-based whale watching venues. The region is also home to large numbers of South Africa’s national bird, the graceful blue crane, which flock to the farmlands in this area. But the Cape Overberg offers more than adventure, ticking off that bird list, photographic opportunities and watching whales. Getting down to business, many of the towns offer top-class meeting and conferencing facilities, and delegates can follow up their business in a variety of fashions; flirting with lady luck at a casino is one option, unwinding in iron-rich natural hot springs another.

CAPE WEST COASTThose with a bit of the frustrated poet lurking within, inspired by haunting and weathered landscapes, will find this region utterly seductive. While the Cape West Coast is known for rich agricultural lands, the wilderness of the Cederberg and a rich marine environment – its greatest assets, are kept tucked away for the tourist to discover. With lagoons, pristine beaches and wetlands, rugged and majestic mountain ranges and the arid beauty of Namaqualand in the north, this region is an ecotourism wonderland. When the spring rains fall between July and September, millions of

Western Cape Regions

indigenous and endemic flowers and bulbs carpet the landscape in bright colours. Local botanists will tell you that in this region exists the greatest diversity of bulbs on earth and many species that grow nowhere else on earth.

This coast is home to whales and dolphins throughout the year. It is also a bird-watcher’s paradise (a favoured feeding ground for migrant waders from Siberia), and fine hiking territory, with trails winding through the startling and distinctive rock formations of the Cederberg mountain range. Rock paintings created by the ancient Khoisan in celebration of their life and religious beliefs, together with quiet roads winding through spectacular landscapes add to the unique attractions of this region. Those interested in the area’s heritage can also follow the early footsteps of man in Langebaan on the coast (70 minutes from Cape Town), where there are fossils dating back more than 10-million years.

For the adventure-seeker, the outdoor activities are substantial, inevitably lending themselves to the production of adrenalin. Sky-diving, hang-gliding and paragliding, hiking and 4x4 trails in the mountains and kayaking, sailing or fishing along the coast; the Cape West Coast is serious adventuretourism territory.

CAPE TOWN – SURROUNDING AREASEast of Cape Town’s city centre and the Cape Town International Airport, visitors can enjoy scenic coastlines, picturesque vineyards and rural getaways – welcome to Cape Town’s most

beautiful gem, Cape Town East. The Hottentots Holland Mountain range dominates the area known as the Helderberg and some novel attractions and activities are on offer. The region includes Khayelitsha, the coastal suburbs of Strand and Gordon’s Bay, with its long white stretches of beach and the adjacent suburbs of Macassar, Somerset West, Lwandle and Sir Lowry’s Pass. Closer to Cape Town Central is the area known as the Oostenberg which includes the suburbs of Brackenfell, Kraaifontein and Kuils River. This is where Cape Town’s urban areas meet the rural gateway to the Cape Winelands. The east metropole region also boasts one of the richest eco-nature offerings with the Helderberg Nature Reserve and the Kogelberg Biosphere. Drive along Clarence Drive to experience what was referred to by Reader’s Digest as one of the world’s 10 most scenic drives.

Cape Town North is the area north and north-east of Cape Town Central. It includes the beachside suburbs of Milnerton, Sunset Beach, Bloubergstrand, Table View, Atlantis and Melkbosstrand as well as the residential and wine growing areas of Durbanville, Century City, Pinelands, Goodwood, Parow, Bellville and Langa. The district benefits from its close proximity to Cape Town International Airport and offers a range of accommodation options. Hotels, guest houses, self-catering units, lodges and bed and breakfast establishments are all on offer. The area has a number of attractions including shopping malls such as Canal Walk, Willowbridge Lifestyle Centre and Tygervalley Centre. There are also a fantastic collection of

wine estates that are well signposted along the Durbanville Wine Route. The area boasts a casino called Grand West Casino with its own range of bars and restaurants. There are numerous excellent local restaurants, bars, clubs, theatres and entertainment venues.

Cape Town South is home to some of Cape Town’s best attractions, beaches, restaurants and places to stay. Some of the favourite attractions include Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, Table Mountain National Park, Cape Point, Boulders Beach penguins, whales from July to November and fantastic beaches and water sports. Shopping enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice. There are numerous shopping centres, including the fashionable Cavendish Square, as well as a great selection of trendy and creative art and craft shops especially in the coastal villages including Muizenberg, Kalk Bay and Kommetjie. The Constantia Wine Route boasts the oldest wine estate in South Africa, Groot Constantia, and some of the most incredible wines in the country. All wine estates are open to visitors for tastings. Cape Town South is home to two famous sport stadiums, the Newlands Rugby Stadium and the Newlands Cricket Grounds. There are also a host of excellent golf courses.

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DAY EXCURSIONS

Photos from left to Right : Penguins at Boulders Beach; Cape Point; Flower sellers in city centre;

Robben Island; view from Bloubergstrand; Cultural Tours; Cape Winelands; Golf Course

Day Tours

View from top of Table Mountain

One of the Top 10 Beaches in the WorldNational Geographic 2013

CAPE TOWN & TABLE MOUNTAINA cable car ride to top of Table Mountain, a World Heritage Site, is a highlight of any Cape Town visit. The cableway takes you to the summit in under ten minutes whilst rotating gondola’s ensure that visitors enjoy a 360 degree view of Cape Town and Table Bay. Visitors can stroll along 2km of pathways and enjoy magnificent views from over 12 viewing sites and decks. Facilities on the mountain include a self-service restaurant, bistro, and a shop selling gifts and curios.

WINELANDS TOURWine lover or not, a visit to the Cape Winelands is an absolute must as the region is one of breathtaking vistas and majestic mountain backdrops while being steeped in rich culture and history. Rolling vineyards and quaint Cape Dutch homesteads await you, as well as award-wining wine farms offering some of the country’s best wines. The winelands are divided into various different regions, each offering their own ‘wine route’. The most popular and well-known are Stellenbosch, Franschhoek, Wellington and Paarl. Not to be forgotten are the highly acclaimed wine estates in the Constantia Valley. Also located in beautiful surroundings with stunning mountain backdrops, the Constantia Valley boasts some of the oldest estates and homesteads along with award winning wines.

ROBBEN ISLANDThe famous Robben Island, whose prison was once home to former South African president Nelson Mandela as well as many other black political freedom fighters, is now a World Heritage Site and provides stunning views across the bay with Table Mountain as its backdrop. A trip to the island is an unforgettable experience and offers a glimpse into the life and times of the apartheid era. Daily tours to the island include the ferry trip there and back, an island tour and a tour of the prison with a fomer political prisoner as your guide. Allow three and a half hours for the trip (this includes the 1/2 hour ferry trip each way) and book in advance. Ferries leave at regular intervals throughout the day from the Clock Tower precint at the V&A Waterfront.

KIRSTENBOSCH BOTANICAL GARDENSThe beautiful Kirstenbosch gardens cover an

area of 528 hectares with 36 hectares of cultivated garden. The gardens are a celebration of South African flora - showcasing only indigenous South African plants. Fynbos, proteas, cycads and rolling lawns are intermingled with streams and ponds and well-laid out pathways for easy walking. A great variety of birds inhabit the gardens and the sweeping views from the upper slopes are spectacular. Whether for a casual stroll, a more stenuous walk or a lazy picnic, the gardens are a must-see when visiting Cape Town.

TOWNSHIP/CULTURAL TOURSA visit to one of the many townships surrounding the city is an experience that will open your eyes to the way in which the biggest portion of Cape Town’s population are living. Despite difficult circumstances and poor living conditions, you will experience the vibrancy and spirit of the South African people. Take a township tour of Langa, the oldest township in South Africa or Khayelitsha, the second largest township in South Africa. Township tours will usually be co-led by a resident in the area, showcase local industry and community projects and include a visit to a township bar or ‘shebeen’.

GOLFCape Town and the greater Western Cape Province, with its sprawling and lush green lawns, is a golfer’s paradise. It is here, in Africa’s sport capital that you will find some of the most majestic and scenic championship-status courses in South Africa. Golfing enthusiasts will be pleased to know that Cape Town’s golf courses are highly rated in terms of setting, layout and quality, while the Western Cape’s wide variety of unique top-rated golf courses is guaranteed to meet the needs of any golfer, irrespective of your handicap.

ADVENTURE ACTIVITIESCape Town and the Western Cape also caters for the more adventurous at hart and some popular activities are:

• Abseiling from Table Mountain

• Hiking

• Paragliding

• Surfing

• Deep sea fishing

• Mountain Biking

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Cape Town is an amazing city with many wonderful things to see. Tourists from all over the world visit this beautiful country to enjoy and explore Cape Town dynamic history, diverse cultures and many beautiful sites.

There are many facets of Cape Town and a holiday could centre on any number of activities from sight-seeing to relaxing, shopping to wine-tasting, hiking to golfing ... the list goes on. It is safe to say that whatever your interest, you are sure to find something just right for you in Cape Town.

CAPE POINTDrive along the breathtaking coast to Cape Point, the most southern tip of the Cape Peninsula via Chapman’s Peak. Take the funicular to the old lighthouse overlooking this wild coast. The drive there passes steep mountains, secluded coves and stunning scenery, beaches, as well as villages and fishing communities. The Cape of Good Hope section of the Table Mountain National Park’s flora is something to behold, with its fynbos species found nowhere else in the world. Here you can see a variety of wildlife that includes baboons, rhebok, Cape Mountain zebra, bontebok and the elusive eland. The reserve is also one of the world’s largest breeding grounds for tortoises. Following the coastline along False Bay, return to Cape Town by way of the Simon’s Town naval base and stop at Boulders Beach to view African penguins.

PANORAMIC CAPE TOWN CITY TOURSee the highlights of Cape Town, start with its history with visit to the Castle, the oldest building in South Africa. Enjoy the Cape Malay quarter and its rich musical heritage. View majestic Houses of Parliament. Drive along Adderley Street, the lively centre of town, past the historic Groote Kerk – literally meaning Big Church – which first opened its doors in January 1704, and St. George’s Cathedral, the Anglican Diocese of Nobel peace laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu. The City Hall is in Darling Street, opposite the Grand Parade. At the South African Museum, the oldest and largest museum in the country, you can visit a fossil gallery that traces the evolution of life. Wander through the four-story exhibition hall dominated by the huge suspended skeleton of a blue whale. See specimens of rock art and enjoy the interactive Sunlit Sea Exhibition.

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PRE & POST TOUR EXPERIENCES

Photos from Left to Right: Sun City Resort; Lions in Kruger National Park; Diving in Mozambique; Durban Coastline

South Africa is a long-haul destination for most international delegates. As such it makes sense to combine a trip to South Africa with a visit to one or more of the magnificent destinations that are on offer. From spectacular beaches to superb wildlife experiences, from deserts to one of the most stunning waterfalls in the world, Africa beckons with all that is great and wonderful.

Pre & Post Tours

SAFARI South Africa is one of the top safari destinations in the world offering a large number of private game reserves and home to one of the biggest game reserves, the world-famous Kruger National Park. South Africa is an all year round safari destination and perfect for your first safari visit to Africa, as you always guaranteed excellent game viewing any time of the year. In addition to the Kruger National Park and the surrounding luxury Private Game Reserves, a wide selection of other Safari options are also available in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Northern Cape areas.

GARDEN ROUTEThe tour visits the famed Garden Route, with a dramatic and spectacular coastline of cliffs interspersed with endless golden beaches, huge natural lagoons, and thick indigenous coastal forests. Inland there are mountain passes and desert scenery and the famed Cango caves, as well as the Addo Elephant National Park with its large elephant herds.

The tour usually lasts three nights and four days, and it is also possible to do this, and indeed any other tour, as a self drive. There are also a variety of luxury game lodges to choose from.

WINELANDSThe Winelands are situated east of Cape Town among beautiful mountains creating some stunning vistas. The region is steeped in culture and history with some excellent examples of typical Dutch architecture dating back to the 17th century. The Winelands encompass several regions each with their own wine tasting tours. The most popular towns include Stellenbosch (which is closest to Cape Town), Franschhoek, Wellington, and Paarl. It’s worth renting a car in Cape Town and spending at least a day or two in any of these towns. There are numerous hotels, estates and bed and breakfasts available and the region is known for its excellent restaurants, not to mention the wine of course....

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Photos from Left to Right: Namibian Dessert; Johannesburg Skyline; Victoria Falls

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WEST COASTSouth Africa’s West Coast region offers intrigue and immense value and interest to anyone touring the area. For many the West Coast is an acquired taste--kilometers of empty, often windswept beaches and hardy coastal scrub, low horizons and big skies, lonely tree-lined dirt roads, and distant mountains behind which lie lush pockets carpeted in vineyards. The main reason most visitors venture up here is to catch the spring flower displays that occur in the West Coast National Park anytime from the end of July to early September; but this aside, there are a few more gems to uncover -- wonderful available water sports including angling, diving, surfing, sailing, kite-boarding, windsurfing and swimming, as well as hiking, horse-riding not to mention the exceptional and bountiful seafood and distinctive wines and fruits. The West Coast folk are renowned for their hospitality and welcome one into their lives with warmth, hospitality, congeniality, great food and the endless stories they are renowned for!

SUN CITYLocated in South Africa’s North West Province, but only 2-hours drive from Johannesburg, Sun City is a vibrant mix of entertainment, watersports, golf, gambling and family fun - a lush and tropical fantasyland deep in

Photos from Left to Right: Hot Air Ballooning in Namibia; Johannesburg Skyline

the African bushveld. This, combined with exhilarating game viewing at the adjacent Pilanesberg National Park makes for a truly memorable holiday experience. With four different hotels to choose from, Sun City has a holiday experience for everyone from affordable family fun to the height of luxury. Choose between the Palace of the Lost City, the Cascades Hotel, Sun City Hotel and The Cabanas. The Sun City Resort offers a host of fun and entertainment for everyone - day and night. From the spectacular Valley of the Waves to horseriding and mountain biking, shopping, wining & dining and gambling and Sun City’s renowned concerts, revues and extravaganza’s there really is something for everyone.

JOHANNESBURG The city is affectionately known as “Jo’burg”, “Jozi” and “JHB” by South Africans. Johannesburg has not traditionally been known as a tourist destination, but the city is a transit point for connecting flights to Cape Town, Durban, and the Kruger National Park. Consequently, most international visitors to South Africa pass through Johannesburg at least once, which has led to the development of more attractions for tourists. A vibrant and modern African city, offering excellent infrastructure, hotels and a melting pot of cultural experiences.

DURBAN & KWAZULU NATAL Durban is one of the fastest-growing urban areas in the world. Its port is the busiest in South Africa and also one of the 10 largest in the world. Durban is blessed with balmy weather all year round, making it a perfect holiday paradise. The beachfront is bordered by five star hotels and luxury apartments, all of which have an idyllic view of the Indian Ocean. A short flight takes you to the historic city of Pietermaritzburg, gateway to the Natal Midlands and the charming Drakensberg resorts. No holiday in KwaZulu Natal would be complete without a visit to at least one of the KwaZulu Natal game reserve, renowned throughout the world.

LUXURY TRAINSSouth Africa luxury train journeys and holidays make for a different and exciting way to experience South Africa.

There is nothing which quite matches the magic of a hiss of steam as a vintage engine pulls into the station . . . There can be no grander way to experience the delights of steam than on Rovos Rail with a range of journeys to choose from.

The Blue Train is a legendary South African luxury train offer its famous 27 hour overnight train journey between Cape Town and Pretoria.

Pre & Post Tours

The Premier Classe luxury train accommodates 126 guests and mainly runs from Cape Town to Johannesburg twice a week.

NEIGHBOURING COUNTRIES:

VICTORIA FALLS (ZAMBIA / ZIMBABWE)The Victoria Falls or Mosi-oa-Tunya (the Mist that Thunders) is a waterfall located in southern Africa on the Zambezi River between the countries of Zambia and Zimbabwe. The falls are some of the largest in the world. The Victoria Falls are considered by some to be among the Seven Natural Wonders of the World David Livingstone, the Scottish missionary and explorer, is believed to have been the first European recorded to view the Victoria Falls. For a considerable distance above the falls, the Zambezi flows over a level sheet of basalt, in a shallow valley bounded by low and distant sandstone hills. The river’s course is dotted with numerous tree-covered islands, which increase in number as the river approaches the falls. There are no mountains, escarpments, or deep valleys which might be expected to create a waterfall, only flat plateau extending hundreds of kilometres in all directions. The falls are formed as the full width of the river plummets

in a single vertical drop into a transverse chasm 1708 meters (5604 ft) wide, carved by its waters along a fracture zone in the basalt plateau. Victoria Falls is roughly thrice the height of North America’s Niagara Falls and well over twice the width of its Horseshoe Falls. In height and width Victoria Falls is rivalled only by South America’s Iguazu Falls.

OKAVANGO DELTA (BOTSWANA) Possibly the finest scenery for wildlife in Africa. Pristine and primeval Africa is offset by superb private lodges where you can experience the best of the African wilderness. Any trip to the Okavango is unforgettable and life-changing. Packages depart Johannesburg and Cape Town and normally are a minimum of three days, although travellers can extend to spend time at a number of distinctly different lodges. The Okavango is a vast wetland in the Kalahari Desert where the desert is transformed into a wildlife paradise, and as such water-based and land packages make for a unique blend of experiences.

NAMIBIAN SPECTACULARNamibia is a country of superlatives, from the mighty Fish River canyon to the highest dunes in the world near Sossusvlei, from cosmopolitan cities like Swakopmund and Windhoek to

extraordinary national parks like Etosha. This is a land of splendid contrasts, where the overall impression is of vast open spaces and an endless African sky.

MOZAMBIQUAN ISLANDSSouth Africans have known for many years of the most wonderful tropical island destinations on their doorstep, enough to make the Caribbean or Pacific quite ordinary. These special island destinations are just a flight away from South Africa. Whether it’s the stunning Seychelles with its wonderful beaches or magical Mauritius with its pampered five star luxury or the outdoor adventure and French-cuisine of Reunion with its active volcano, to the underwater coral reefs of the Bazaruto archipelago in Mozambique, all are easily in reach of South Africa as affordable and extraordinary tropical getaways.

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Africa’s Best Travel DestinationWorld Travel Awards, July 2010

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CONFERENCE SUPPORT

Photos from left to right : One & Only Cape Town; African Pride 15 on Orange; Taj Cape Town;

Southern Sun Cullinan; The Bay Hotel; Lagoon Beach Hotel; Southern Sun Cape Sun; Mount

Nelson Hotel

Conference Support

Table Bay Hotel at V&A Waterfront

The Cape Town and Western Cape Convention Bureau is a strategic business unit of Wesgro, the Western Cape Destination Marketing, Investment and Trade Promotion Agency. The bureau promotes Cape Town and the Western Cape as a premier destination for meetings, incentives, conferences, events, exhibitions and trade fairs. The bureau provides destination expertise and support to associations, corporates, professional conference organisers, destination management companies and event organisers.

The bureau will be able to provide the international organising committee with all the necessary information on product and service suppliers which will make the conference successful and will serve as the local contact. We are proud to be a member of the BestCities Global Alliance (www.bestcities.net) together with Melbourne, Singapore, Dubai, Berlin, Vancouver, Copenhagen, Edinburgh, Houston and Chicago. BestCities is committed to deliver the world’s best service experience for meeting planners and is recognised globally for its innovative approach in setting the highest professional standards and best practices for the meetings and convention industry.

SUPPORTING SERVICES OFFERED BY THE CONVENTION BUREAU

PRE AND POST BID ASSISTANCE

Bid ProposalWe assist local associations with the compilation and production of the bid documents responding to the international associations bid guidelines and requirements.

Bid PresentationWe assist local associations with compiling bid presentations and provide them with the necessary digital and hardcopy destination marketing material.

Bid Site InspectionThe Convention Bureau assists the local association in hosting a Bid Site Inspection. We plan and manage the site inspection itinerary. Our assistance includes providing accommodation for our guest (2 nights); coordinating and sponsorship of all transfers; coordinate meetings with relevant industry role players; facilitate meetings with key government officials (where necessary);include destination familiarization experience. We coordinate all luncheons and dinners, at locations suggested in our conference social programme.

Convention Planning SupportWe offer a Complimentary Convention Planning Site Inspection. We plan and manage the site inspection itinerary. Our assistance includes providing accommodation for our guest (2 nights); coordinating and sponsorship of all transfers; coordinate meetings with relevant industry role players; facilitate meetings with key government officials (where necessary); include destination familiarization experience. We coordinate all luncheons and dinners, at locations suggested in our conference social programme.

Building AttendanceIn partnership with the destination’s suppliers and the local organising committee, we coordinate building attendance activities. We facilitate support from South African Embassies and international South African Tourism offices. We provide complimentary destination marketing collateral and create destination web links.

ON SITE EVENT SERVICES

The Convention Bureau will consult with the meeting planner regarding the assistance with local welcome entertainment e.g. Cape Minstrels at the Welcome Reception. The Bureau will facilitate requests / proposals to local government for financial assistance with the Welcome Reception.

We will liaise with local ground operators to have suitable visitor information services on location at the conference.

We will facilitate meetings with the City Traffic Department and the CTICC ensure traffic is managed around the conference.

The Bureau will facilitate meetings with the local organising committee and CCID Safety & Security Patrol officers to ensure safety of conference delegates.

We will facilitate meetings with ACSA (Airports Company South Africa) to secure the following:

• Welcome desks at airport. We will brief the staff at the Cape Town Info desks in assisting delegates• Designated fast track area at the immigration point at CTIA• Access for certain congress staff at baggage collection

We will facilitate application to the city for use of flag poles on the roads leading from the airport and around the CTICC. The Convention Bureau will provide complimentary welcome banners.

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Make your convention a BestCities.net experience BestCities is a global convention bureau alliance that delivers the best professional practices and services to congress Planners. In an industry known for its wide range of services and standards, BestCities promises clients quality, expertise and professionalism. The Alliance has established the industry’s first global client Service Charter to guarantee meeting planners and association executives service levels built around reliability, assurance, innovation, empathy and responsiveness.

The Alliance comprises 10 members: BERLIN, CAPE TOWN, CHICAGO, COPENHAGEN, DUBAI, EDINBURGH, HOUSTON, MELBOURNE, SINGAPORE, and VANCOUVER.

ATTRACTIVE FIRST-CLASS DESTINATIONSBestCities destinations have international recognition, a rich historical and cultural depth, as well as a high standard of living. All of these friendly, English-speaking cities are known for comfort, cleanliness and safety. They are vibrant destinations that feature great natural beauty, striking waterfronts, major tourist attractions, lively arts scenes, first-rate hotels, fine dining, and world-class shopping.

WORLD CLASS FACILITIESBestCities destinations all have state-of-the-art convention facilities, many of which are surrounded by at least 10 000 hotel rooms. Most city’s amenities are within walking distance complemented by quick, and safe public transportation systems.

EASY ACCESSDelegates have easy access to all BestCities destinations from major international airports. Our airports are all conveniently located to the city centres. The destinations are geographically diverse, yet equal in their ability to offer congress delegates a variety of interesting and exciting activities. All ten cities are easy to get around in with most major attractions, hotels, restaurants, and meeting venues just a short walk from each other.

www.bestcities.net

SOUTH AFRICAN ASSOCIATION FOR THE CONFERENCE INDUSTRY (SAACI)

SAACI is the umbrella body of the conference and meetings industry of South Africa and is dedicated to maintaining and improving its levels of efficiency and professionalism. Its members consist of Professional Conference Organisers (PCO’s), Destination Management Companies, Event Management companies, hotels, conference venues, etc. SAACI is recognised as the official body and mouth-piece of the conference industry by SA Tourism and government.

www.saaci.co.za

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DIRECTORY OF SERVICESSouth Africa offers an advanced and very developed congress, tourism and events industry. A number of local associations control and manage the standards and development of the local industry. When working with local suppliers, we recommend clients use members of these associations.

Directory of Services

FEDERATED HOSPITALITY ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN AFRICA (FEDHASA)

FEDHASA (Federated Hospitality Association of South Africa) is recognised by Government as the official representative of the hospitality industry of South Africa. With industry support FEDHASA, remains the umbrella association for hotels, restaurants, conference centres, caterers, self-catering accommodation, home hosting establishments (B & Bs and guest houses), clubs, taverns, shebeens, suppliers and trainers, consultants and service providers to the hospitality industry.

www.fedhasa.co.za

The directory of services that follow will be subject to changeOnly service providers that are based in Cape Town has been included in this list and is not an indication of the total list of services available in South Africa.

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EXHIBITION & EVENT ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN AFRICA

The role of EXSA is to serve the exhibition and events industry in South Africa. Our core strategy is to actively grow and develop the exhibition and events industry within Southern Africa. This is achieved through promoting the unique benefits offered by exhibitions and events, and raising the profile of their members who include venues, organisers and suppliers.

www.exsa.co.za

SOUTHERN AFRICA TOURISM SERVICES ASSOCIATION (SATSA)

The SATSA Bonded logo serves to testify to the fact that the bearer, being a SATSA member in good standing, has a financial guarantee in place to cover monetary deposits lodged with the member in advance of services to be rendered. Should the member become financially insolvent prior to rendering the contracted service, the bond, guarantees that deposits will be refunded, or the service replaced, to a maximum level of R300 000 per event or R75 000 per claim against the insolvent member.

www.satsa.co.za

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5 STAR HOTELS

HOTEL NAMEDISTANCE FROM CTICC (KM)

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT (KM)

AREA ROOMSConference Rooms

Website

15 on Orange 3 20 Central City 27 www.adderley.ahagroup.co.za

Alpen Hotel 9 22 Bantry Bay 97 Yes www.newmarkhotels.com

Asara Wine Estate 8 22 Bantry Bay 41 www.threecities.co.za/hotel/bantrybay

Bay Hotel 6 20 Central City 123 www.bestwesterncapesuiteshotel.co.za

Cape Grace 12 22 Camps Bay 40 www.campsbayresort.com

Cape Royale Hotel 5.5 21 Sea Point 120www.premierhotels.co.za/Premier-Hotel-Cape-Manor

Cellars Hohenort Hotel 2 20 Central City 57 www.capemilner.com

Commodore Hotel 1.7 20 De Waterkant 14 www.capequarter.co.za

Constantia UItsig 0.5 20 Central City 56 www.seasonsinafrica.com

Crystal Towers 1.5 20 Central City 114 Yes www.capetownlodge.co.za

Dock House Hotel 0.2 20 Foreshore 167 Yes www.raya-hotels.com/capetonian

Ellerman House 22 28 Hout Bay 34 www.chapmanspeakhotel.co.za

Greenways Hotel 0.4 20 Foreshore 47 www.circahotel.co.za

Hilton Cape Town 13.5 20 Central City 68 www.colosseum.co.za

Houtbay Manor 16 18 Mowbray 70 www.citylodge.co.za

Lord Charles Hotel 66 22 Stellenbosch 38 www.oudewerfhotel.co.za

Mount Nelson 27 50 Noordhoek 20 www.denoordhoek.co.za

One & Only Cape Town 1.7 20 De Waterkant 46 www.dewaterkant.com

Peninsula All-suites 62 24 Stellenbosch 38 www.devonvalleyhotel.com

Pepper Club Hotel 7 20 Woodstock 183 Yes www.doubletree3.hilton.com

Queen Victoria Hotel 0.8 20 Central City 270 Yes www.fountainshotel.co.za

Radisson Blu Waterfront 1.2 20 Central City 33 www.granddaddy.co.za

Romney Park Luxury Suite 0.2 20 Seapoint 55 www.harbourisland.co.za/villa.htm

Steenberg Hotel 3 20 Central City 20 www.hippotique.co.za

Table Bay Hotel 0.4 20 Central City 56 www.seasonsinafrica.com

Taj Hotel Cape Town 6 20 Sea Point 36 www.thehydehotel.com

Twelve Apostle Hotel 0.3 20 Foreshore 49 www.urbanhiphotels.com

Waterfront Village – Apart-ments

10 20 Milnerton 227 Yes www.lagoonbeachhotel.co.za

Westin Cape Town 1.7 20 Waterfront 103 www.theportswood.co.za

ACCOMMODATION

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4 STAR HOTELS




Website

Adderley Hotel 3 20 Central City 27 www.adderley.ahagroup.co.za

Ambassador Hotel 9 22 Bantry Bay 97 Yes www.newmarkhotels.com

Bantry Bay Luxury Suites 8 22 Bantry Bay 41www.threecities.co.za/hotel/bant-rybay

Best Western Cape Suites 6 20 Central City 123www.bestwesterncapesuiteshotel.co.za

Camps Bay Resort 12 22 Camps Bay 40 www.campsbayresort.com

Cape Manor 5.5 21 Sea Point 120www.premierhotels.co.za/Premier-Hotel-Cape-Manor

Cape Milner 2 20 Central City 57 www.capemilner.com

Cape Quarters 1.7 20 De Waterkant 14 www.capequarter.co.za

Cape Town Hollow 0.5 20 Central City 56 www.seasonsinafrica.com

Cape Town Lodge 1.5 20 Central City 114 Yes www.capetownlodge.co.za

Capetonian Hotel 0.2 20 Foreshore 167 Yes www.raya-hotels.com/capetonian

Chapman’s Peak Hotel 22 28 Hout Bay 34 www.chapmanspeakhotel.co.za

Circa 0.4 20 Foreshore 47 www.circahotel.co.za

Colosseum 13.5 20 Central City 68 www.colosseum.co.za

Courtyard Hotel 16 18 Mowbray 70 www.citylodge.co.za

De Oude Werf 66 22 Stellenbosch 38 www.oudewerfhotel.co.za

De Noordhoek Hotel 27 50 Noordhoek 20 www.denoordhoek.co.za

De Waterkant 1.7 20 De Waterkant 46 www.dewaterkant.com

Devon Valley Hotel 62 24 Stellenbosch 38 www.devonvalleyhotel.com

Double Tree by Hilton 7 20 Woodstock 183 Yes www.doubletree3.hilton.com

Fountains Hotel 0.8 20 Central City 270 Yes www.fountainshotel.co.za

Grand Daddy Hotel 1.2 20 Central City 33 www.granddaddy.co.za

Harbour Edge Hotel 0.2 20 Foreshore 55 www.harbourisland.co.za/villa.htm

Hippo Boutique Hotel 3 20 Central City 20 www.hippotique.co.za

Hollow on the Square 0.4 20 Central City 56 www.seasonsinafrica.com

Hyde Hotel 6 20 Sea Point 36 www.thehydehotel.com

Icon, Urban Hip Hotel 0.3 20 Foreshore 49 www.urbanhiphotels.com

Lagoon Beach Hotel 10 20 Milnerton 227 Yes www.lagoonbeachhotel.co.za

Portswood Hotel 1.7 20 Waterfront 103 www.theportswood.co.za

Protea Hotel Doplhin Beach 20 30 Blouberg Strand 38 www.visitdolphinbeach.com

Protea Hotel Dorp’s House 64 24 Stellenbosch 27 www.proteahotels.com

Protea Hotel Island Club 13.5 20 Century City 23 www.islandclubhotel.co.za

Protea Hotel North Wharf 0.3 20 Foreshore 68 www.proteahotels.com

Protea Hotel President 8 24 Bantry Bay 349 Yes www.proteahotels.com

Protea Hotel Victoria Junction 0.8 20 Green Point 172 Yes www.proteahotels.com

Rockwell Hotel 1.7 20 Green Point 25 www.rockwellhotel.co.za

Simonstown Quayside 40 50 Simons Town 26 www.quayside.ahagroup.co.za

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Southern Sun Cape Sun 1.2 20 Central City 368 Yes www.tsogosunhotels.com

Southern Sun Cullinan 0.2 20 Foreshore 410 Yes www.tsogosunhotels.com

Southern Sun Newlands 13 20 Newlands 162 www.tsogosunhotels.com

Southern Sun Waterfront 0.3 20 Foreshore 546 www.tsogosunhotels.com

Spier Hotel 58 20 Stellenbosch 155 Yes www.spier.co.za

St Georges Hotel 0.8 20 Central City 139 Yes www.stgeorgehotel.co.za

Strand Towers 1 20 Central City 242 Yes www.strandtowerhotel.co.za

Sunstay 10 20 Milnerton 80 www.sunstays.co.za

Townhouse Hotel 3 20 Central City 106 Yes www.townhouse.co.za

The Glen Hotel 6 20 Sea Point 11 www.glenhotel.co.za

Urban Chic Hotel 4 20 Central City 20 www.urbanchic.co.za

V&A Hotel 0.8 20 Waterfront 94 Yes www.newmarkhotels.com

Vineyard Hotel 17 20 Newlands 173 Yes www.vineyard.co.za

Villa Via Hotel 72 20 Gordons Bay 90 www.villa-via.com

Winchester Mansions 1.7 22 Sea Point 76 www.winchester.co.za

Zevenwacht 30 20 Kuilsriver 13 www.zevenwacht.co.za

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3 STAR HOTELS




Website

Cape Diamond Hotel 1.2 20 Central City 60 www.africanskyhotels.com

City Lodge Waterfront 0.5 20 Waterfront 207 www.citylodge.co.za

City Lodge Pinelands 8 18 Pinelands 133 www.citylodge.co.za

City Lodge Grandwest 14 20 Parow 176 www.citylodge.co.za

Don Hotel Seapoint 4 22 Sea Point 27 www.don.co.za

Garden Court De Waal 4 20 Central City 136 Yes www.tsogosunhotels.com

Garden Court Nelson Mandela 5 18 Woodstock 292 Yes www.tsogosunhotels.com

Graeme Hotel 1.7 20 Green Point 42 www.hotelgraeme.co.za

Holiday Inn Express 1 20 Central City 157www.ihg.com/holidayinnex-press/hotels

Inn on the Square 3 20 Central City 170 www.innonthesquare.co.za

La Splendida 3 20 Mouille Point 24 www.newmarkhotels.com

Lady Hamilton Hotel 1.5 20 Central City 78 www.ladyhamiltonton.co.za

Leisure Bay Hotel 10 20 Milnerton 30 www.leisurebay.ahagroup.co.za

New Kings Hotel 8 20 Sea Point 42 www.newkingshotel.co.za

Park Inn by Raddison 1.5 20 Central City 165www.parkinn.com/hotel-capetown

Protea Hotel Breakwater Lodge 1.7 20 Waterfront 251 Yes www.proteahotels.com

Protea Hotel Cape Castle 4 22 Green Point 29 www.proteahotels.com

Protea Hotel Durbanville 20 25 Durbanville 29 www.proteahotels.com

Protea Hotel Fire & Ice 5 20 Central City 189 Yes www.proteahotels.com

Protea Hotel Sea Point 5 25 Sea Point 123 Yes www.proteahotels.com

Protea Hotel Stellenbosch 45 25 Stellenbosch 180 Yes www.proteahotels.com

Protea Hotel Tyger Valley 18 25 Plattekloof 98 Yes www.proteahotels.com

Pier Place 0.2 20 Central City 56 www.proteahotels.com

Ritz Hotel 1.8 22 Sea Point 222 Yes www.africanskyhotels.com

Stellenbosch Lodge 45 25 Stellenbosch 53 Yes www.stblodge.co.za

Tudor Hotel 1.5 20 Central City 26 www.tudorhotel.co.za

Above accommodation does not include guesthouses and smaller boutique hotels, nor accommodation options in the smaller towns outside of Cape Town. For more information on these products, please contact us directly on [email protected]

COMPANY NAME CONTACT DETAILSOPENING YEAR

NUMBER OF PERMANENT STAFF

INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP

CONFERENCE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

LARGEST EVENT TO DATE

AFRICAN AGENDA Keith BurtonManaging Director

2001 10 SAACI, IAPCO, MPI ShocklogicCvent

3500

w: www.africanagenda.com

t: +27 21 683 2934

e: [email protected]

Services

International Association Experience Registration Management Exhibition Management

Local Association Experience Transport Management Tour Management

Accommodation Management Corporate Meetings Incentive Programmes

Abstract Management Sponsorship Management Event Management






CAPEMOTIONHELMSBRISCOE

Désirée Smits van Waesberghe Managing Director

2005 2-5 SAACI 3500

w: www.capemotion.com

t: +27 21 790 2190


Services





PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCE ORGANISERS (PCO)

( 41 ) Professional Conference Organizers (PCO)






CEBISA CONFER-ENCES

Lesley FerreiraManaging Director

2004 2 SAACI Event RegEventsPro

10 000

w: www.cebisaconferences.co.za

t: +27 21 671 7670


Services










CENTEQ EVENTS Crystal KasselmannManager / Owner

2005 6 SAACI EventsPro 10 000

w: www.centeqevents.co.za

t: +27 21 948 9549


Services










CONSULTUS Sune van RooyenManaging Director

1985 7 SAACI Eventreg 1 400

w: www.consultus.co.za

t: +27 21 938 9238


Services





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EMBASSY CONFERENCES

Colleen YeomanMeetings & Incentives Manager

1992 8 SAACI, IATA, ASATA, SANEC

EventsPro 1 600

w: www.embassyconferences.co.za

t : +27 21 424 6644

e: embassyconferences

@singergroup.co.za GER

Services










EVENT DYNAMICS Janine AbrahamsBusiness Development Manager

1992 60 SAACI, ICCA, ASATA, TBCSA, SITE, IATA, SATSA, TOMSA

E-Touches 26 000

w: www.eventdynamics.co.za

t: +27 21 525 2500


Services










ILIOS CONFERENCES Riedwaan JacobsGeneral Manager

2012 4 SAACI Cvent 1 100

w: www.iliosconf.co.za

t: +27 21 836 8315


Services











IMFUNZELELO Zelda CoetzeeManaging Director

2008 3 SAACI Cvent 4 500

w: www.imfunzelelo.co.za

t: +27 21 674 0013


Services










KEYSIDE CONFERENCES

1997 2 SAACI, SKAL 400

w: www.keyside.co.za

t : +27 21 434 3422


Services





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Only suppliers with an office based in Cape Town and are members of the below local trade bodies have been included in this listing:

o SAACI: Southern African Association for the Conference Industry

o SATSA: Southern African Tourism Services Association

o EXSA: Exhibition and Event Association of Southern Africa

o FEDHASA: Federated Hospitality Association of Southern Africa






ONSCREEN CONFERENCES

Deborah McTeer 2011 7 SAACI 3 500

w: www.capemotion.com

t: +27 21 790 2190


Services










SBS CONFERENCES Peter AspelingManaging Director

1987 7 SAACI, CSSA 1 500

w: www.sbs.co.za

t: +27 21 914 2888


Services










SCATTERLINGS CONFERENCES & EVENTS

Nina Freysen-PretoriusManaging Director

1999 15 SAACI, ICCA, MPI Summit 6 000

w: www.iliosconf.co.za

t: +27 21 836 8315


Services











SOUTHERN CROSS CONFERENCES

Gwyneth Matthews Managing Director

2003 6 SAACI, MPI Cvent 1 800

w: www.scconferences.com

t: +27 21 683 5106


Services










THE CONFERENCE COMPANY

Nina Freysen-PretoriusManaging Director

1979 22 SAACI, ICCA EventsPro 3000

w: www.confco.co.za

t: +27 31 303 9852


Services










TRAVEL WITH FLAIR Mandy JordaanCraig Stein

1996 91 SAACI Travelport International

w: www.travelwithflair.co.za

t: +27 21 419 1350


Services





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TRIBAL MEETINGS Mohammad KhanManaging Director

2002 5 SAACI 550

w: www.tribalmeetings.co.za

t: +27 21 790 2190


Services










TURNERS CONFERENCES

Dudkey RandallManaging Director

1994 13 SAACI, EXSA, ICCA, SATSA

Custom System 8 000

w: www.turnersconferences.com

t: +27 31 368 8000


Services










UCT CONFERENCE MANAGEMENT

Emma Vaughan 1978 8 SAACI 1 500

w: www.cmc-uct.co.za

t: +27 21 406 6167


Services






TYPE COMPANY NAMECONTACTDETAILS

INDUSTRY ASSO-CIATION

SERVICES

Audio-Visual AV Direct cc www.avdirect.co.za SAACI Audio-Visual

Eastern Acoustics www.easternacoustics.co.za EXSA Audio-Visual

Gearhouse SA (Pty) ltd www.gearhouse.co.za SAACI, EXSA Audio-Visual

Inhouse Venue Technical Mangement (Pty) Ltd

www.inhousevtm.com SAACI, EXSA Audio-Visual

Kilowatt AV www.kilowatt.co.za EXSA Audio-Visual

Platinum Productions www.platinumpro.co.za SAACI Audio-Visual

Selby’s Productions www.selbys.co.za SAACI Audio-Visual

Simply Audiovisual www.simplyav.co.za SAACI Audio-Visual

Soundstylists www.soundstylists.co.za SAACI Audio-Visual

Superior Vision www.superiorvision.co.za SAACI Audio-Visual

Vision Media www.vmedia.co.za SAACI Audio-Visual

Decor & Event Chocolate Orange www.chocolateorange.co.za SAACI Event Management

Coastline Events Company www.coastlineevents.co.za SAACI Event Management

ECHO www.ec-ho.co.za SAACI Event Management

Events of Distinction www.evod.co.za SAACI Event Management

Eventscape www.eventscape.org SAACI Event Management

Immaculate Events & Conferences www.immaculateevents.co.za SAACI Event Management

Petals www.petalsgroup.co.za SAACI Event Management

XL Events www.xlevents.co.za SAACI Event Management

Exhibitions 2XZIBIT www.2xzibit.co.za EXSADesign, Stand Builders, Furniture Hire

369 Designs (Pty) Ltd www.369designs.co.za EXSADesign, Stand Builders, Furniture Hire

3D Cape www.3ddesign.co.za EXSADesign, Stand Builders, Furniture Hire

Hott 3 Dimensional Marketing www.hott.co.za EXSADesign, Stand Builders, Furniture Hire

Oasys Innovations (Pty) Ltd – Cape Town www.oasys.co.za EXSADesign, Stand Builders, Furniture Hire

Resource Design www.resourcedesign.co.za EXSADesign, Stand Builders, Furniture Hire

Scan Display Solutions – Cape Town www.scandisplay.co.za EXSA, SAACIDesign, Stand Builders, Furniture Hire

Southern Africa Expo Solutions www.exposolutions.co.za SAACI,Design, Stand Builders, Furniture Hire

Team Building Adventure Works www.adventureworks.co.za SAACI, SATSATeambuilding, Day Tours, Adventure Activities

Tri-Active Events Management www.triactive.co.za SATSATeambuilding, Day Tours, Adventure Activities

Transport iKapa Tours & Travel www.ikapa.co.za SAACI, SATSA Transport, Tours

Ilios Travel www.ilios.co.za SATSA Transport, Tours

Mega Coach www.megacoach.co.za SATSA Transport, Tours

Springbok Atlas www.springbokatlas.com SAACI, SATSA Transport, Tours

SUPPORT SERVICES

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Company Name Contact DetailsOpening Year

Number of Permanent Staff

Industry Associa-tion Membership

In-House Languages Spoken by Staff

Largest Event to Date

Source Markets Services

7th Sense Travel www.seventh-sense.co.za 2007 6 SATSAEnglish, French, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Italian

1200 France, Belgium, Austria, Brazil, UK, Poland Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight-, and Tour Management

Africa Your Way www.africayourway.com 2011 7 SITE, SATSA English, Spanish, Portuguese 800 USA, South America, Europe Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight-, and Tour Management

Cape Agritours www.capeagritours.co.za 1996 2 SAACI, ATOI English, Afrikaans 650 Europe, South America, India Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Cape Courtesy www.capecourtesy.com 1998 1 SATSA English, Afrikaans, German, Dutch 200 UK, USA, Europe, China, India Corporate Meetings, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Destination Alliance www.destinationalliance.co.za 2008 1 SATSA English, Afrikaans 400 UK, USA, Europe Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Dragonfly Africa www.dragonfly.co.za 1990 35 SITE, SATSA English, Afrikaans, Spanish 1200USA, Canada, Brazil, Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, Russia

Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Giltedge Africa www.giltedgedmc.com 1999 60IATA, SATSA, SATIB, SITE. ASTA, SAACI

English, French 700 USA, UK, Sweden, Finland, Denmark Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Globe Lotter Tours www.globelotter.com 2003 6 SATSA, SITE English, Afrikaans 1500 Australia, USA, Europe Accommodation-, Individual- and Transport Management

Grosvenor Tours www.grosvenortours.co.za 1965 22 SITE, SAACI, SATSAEnglish, Afrikaans, Spanish, Portu-guese, German, Italian

4000 USA. South America, Canada, Australia Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Green Route www.greenroute.co.za 1992 15SITE, SATSA, EVEN-TIA

English, Afrikaans, Italian, French, Spanish

1500 UK, Europe Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Into Africa www.intoafrica.com 1991 14 SITE, SAACIEnglish, Afrikaans, German, Dutch, French

Europe, South America Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Kobo Safaris www.kobo-safaris.com 1993 19 SATSAEnglish, Afrikaans, Spanish, Portuguese

600 South America, Spain, Russia Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Pacific World www.pacificworld.com 1997 34 SITEEnglish, Spanish, Portuguese, Afri-kaans, Dutch, Danish, Spanish, Polish

100USA, South America, Europe, UK, Middle East, India

Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, and Tour Management

Private Safaris www.privatesafaris.com 2003 100SITE, SATSA, SAACI, SKAL

English, German, Spanish, Portu-guese, Italian, French, Chinese

1300UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, USA, South America


Propel Africa www.propelafrica.com 1998 6 SITE, SATSAEnglish, Portuegese, Swedish, Nor-wegian, Turkish, Spanish, German

700 ScandinavianUK, USA Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Sandown Tours & Incentives www.sandowntours.co.za 1969 15 SITE, SATSAEnglish, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, French, German, Afrikaans

4500Brazil, USA, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Russia


Songhai Tourism And Events

www.songhaievents.com 2011 11SAACI, MPI, SITE, SATSA

English, Afrikaans, Sotho, Xhosa 1500 South Africa Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Specialized Tours And Events

www.specialtours.co.za 1990 2 SAACI, ATI, IODSA English, Afrikaans USA, UK, Canada, Brazil, Switzerland Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Terra Nova Tours www.terra-nova.co.za 2000 10 SATSA, SAACI, SITE English, Afrikaans, German, Spanish 1500UK, USA, Germany, Austria, Spain,PolandPortugal, Belgium


That’s Africa Travel And Incentives

www.thatsafrica.com 2009 5 SAACI English, Afrikaans 1000 UK, USA, Europe, South Africa Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

The Concepts Collection www.conceptscollection.co.za 2004 10 SATSAEnglish, Afrikaans, German, French, Xhosa, Zulu

800 UK, USA, Europe, China, India, Africa Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, and Tour Management

Time www.timeint.co.za 2009 5 SAACI English, Afrikaans 1000 UK, USA, Europe, South Africa Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Tour D’afrique www.tourdafrique.co.za 1994 30 SATSA,English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Dutch, Mandarin,

3500 UK, USA, Europe, China, Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Wedgewood South Africa

www.wedgewood.co.za 1995 4 SITE, SATSA English, Afrikaans 500 UK, USA, Europe Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Xl Millennium Conference And Event Management

www.milleniumtravel.co.za 1998 1 SATSA English, Afrikaans, German, Dutch 200 UK, USA, Europe, China, India Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Xo Africa www.xoafrica.com 2007 30 SAACI, SATSAEnglish, French, Italian, Flemish Ger-man, Spanish

2000 French, Europe, Brazil Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

DESTINATION MANAGEMENT COMPANIES (DMC)

( 49 ) Destination Management Companies (DMC)

Company Name Contact DetailsOpening Year

Number of Permanent Staff

Industry Associa-tion Membership

In-House Languages Spoken by Staff

Largest Event to Date

Source Markets Services

7th Sense Travel www.seventh-sense.co.za 2007 6 SATSAEnglish, French, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Italian

1200 France, Belgium, Austria, Brazil, UK, Poland Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight-, and Tour Management

Africa Your Way www.africayourway.com 2011 7 SITE, SATSA English, Spanish, Portuguese 800 USA, South America, Europe Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight-, and Tour Management

Cape Agritours www.capeagritours.co.za 1996 2 SAACI, ATOI English, Afrikaans 650 Europe, South America, India Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Cape Courtesy www.capecourtesy.com 1998 1 SATSA English, Afrikaans, German, Dutch 200 UK, USA, Europe, China, India Corporate Meetings, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Destination Alliance www.destinationalliance.co.za 2008 1 SATSA English, Afrikaans 400 UK, USA, Europe Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Dragonfly Africa www.dragonfly.co.za 1990 35 SITE, SATSA English, Afrikaans, Spanish 1200USA, Canada, Brazil, Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, Russia


Giltedge Africa www.giltedgedmc.com 1999 60IATA, SATSA, SATIB, SITE. ASTA, SAACI

English, French 700 USA, UK, Sweden, Finland, Denmark Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Globe Lotter Tours www.globelotter.com 2003 6 SATSA, SITE English, Afrikaans 1500 Australia, USA, Europe Accommodation-, Individual- and Transport Management

Grosvenor Tours www.grosvenortours.co.za 1965 22 SITE, SAACI, SATSAEnglish, Afrikaans, Spanish, Portu-guese, German, Italian

4000 USA. South America, Canada, Australia Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Green Route www.greenroute.co.za 1992 15SITE, SATSA, EVEN-TIA

English, Afrikaans, Italian, French, Spanish

1500 UK, Europe Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Into Africa www.intoafrica.com 1991 14 SITE, SAACIEnglish, Afrikaans, German, Dutch, French

Europe, South America Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Kobo Safaris www.kobo-safaris.com 1993 19 SATSAEnglish, Afrikaans, Spanish, Portuguese

600 South America, Spain, Russia Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Pacific World www.pacificworld.com 1997 34 SITEEnglish, Spanish, Portuguese, Afri-kaans, Dutch, Danish, Spanish, Polish

100USA, South America, Europe, UK, Middle East, India

Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, and Tour Management

Private Safaris www.privatesafaris.com 2003 100SITE, SATSA, SAACI, SKAL

English, German, Spanish, Portu-guese, Italian, French, Chinese

1300UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, USA, South America


Propel Africa www.propelafrica.com 1998 6 SITE, SATSAEnglish, Portuegese, Swedish, Nor-wegian, Turkish, Spanish, German

700 ScandinavianUK, USA Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Sandown Tours & Incentives www.sandowntours.co.za 1969 15 SITE, SATSAEnglish, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, French, German, Afrikaans

4500Brazil, USA, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Spain, Russia


Songhai Tourism And Events

www.songhaievents.com 2011 11SAACI, MPI, SITE, SATSA

English, Afrikaans, Sotho, Xhosa 1500 South Africa Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Specialized Tours And Events

www.specialtours.co.za 1990 2 SAACI, ATI, IODSA English, Afrikaans USA, UK, Canada, Brazil, Switzerland Incentives, Corporate Meetings, Teambuilding, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Terra Nova Tours www.terra-nova.co.za 2000 10 SATSA, SAACI, SITE English, Afrikaans, German, Spanish 1500UK, USA, Germany, Austria, Spain,PolandPortugal, Belgium


That’s Africa Travel And Incentives

www.thatsafrica.com 2009 5 SAACI English, Afrikaans 1000 UK, USA, Europe, South Africa Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

The Concepts Collection www.conceptscollection.co.za 2004 10 SATSAEnglish, Afrikaans, German, French, Xhosa, Zulu

800 UK, USA, Europe, China, India, Africa Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, and Tour Management

Time www.timeint.co.za 2009 5 SAACI English, Afrikaans 1000 UK, USA, Europe, South Africa Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Tour D’afrique www.tourdafrique.co.za 1994 30 SATSA,English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Dutch, Mandarin,

3500 UK, USA, Europe, China, Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Wedgewood South Africa

www.wedgewood.co.za 1995 4 SITE, SATSA English, Afrikaans 500 UK, USA, Europe Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Xl Millennium Conference And Event Management

www.milleniumtravel.co.za 1998 1 SATSA English, Afrikaans, German, Dutch 200 UK, USA, Europe, China, India Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

Xo Africa www.xoafrica.com 2007 30 SAACI, SATSAEnglish, French, Italian, Flemish Ger-man, Spanish

2000 French, Europe, Brazil Corporate Meetings, Incentives, Event-, Flight- and Tour Management

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Cape Town & Western Cape Convention Bureau (Wesgro) South African National Convention Bureau

Phone +27 21 487 8600 Phone +27 11 895 3000

Fax +27 21 487 8700 Fax +27 11 895 3001

Email [email protected] Email [email protected]

Web www.capetownconventionbureau.org Web www.southafrica.net

Physical Address 12th floor, Waldorf Arcade80 St Georges MallCape TownSouth Africa

Physical Address South African TourismBojanala House 90 Protea RoadChislehurston South Africa

South African Tourism – International Offices

Australia China & Hong Kong

Call Centre 1800 238 643 Call Centre 8303 1229 (Callers from inside Hong Kong)852 8303 1229 (Callers from outside Hong Kong)

Phone +61 2 9261 5000 Phone +86 10 853 20171

Fax +61 2 9261 2000 Fax +86 10 653 27319


Physical Address Suite 302Level 3117 York StreetSydneyN.S.W 2000

Physical Address South African Embassy: Beijing5 Dongzhimenwai DaijieBeijing100600

France Germany

Call Centre 0 810 203 403 Call Centre 01805 72 22 55

Phone +33 1 456 101 97 Phone +49 69 92 91 29 11

Fax +33 1 456 101 96 Fax +49 69 28 0950


Physical Address 61 Rue La Boetie 75008Paris

Physical Address South African TourismFriedenstr. 6-10Frankfurt60311

IMPORTANT CONTACT DETAILS

( 51 ) Important Contact Details

India Italy

Call Centre 800 925245

Phone +91 22 228 50409 Phone +39 02 439 117 65

Fax +91 22 228 73012 Fax +39 02 439 111 58


Physical Address South African Tourism44 Maker Chambers VIJamnalal Bajaj MargNariman PointMumbai400 021

Physical Address South African TourismVia XX Settembre24-20123Milan

Japan Netherlands

Call Centre 0900 2020 433

Phone +81 3 3478 7601 Phone +31 20 471 3181

Fax +81 3 3478 7605 Fax +31 20 662 9761


Physical Address South African TourismAkasaka Lions Building 2FMinato-KuTokyo107 0051

Physical Address South African TourismJosef Isarelskade 48ANL-1072 SBAmsterdam

United Kingdom & Ireland North America

Call Centre 0870 1550 044 Call Centre 1 800 593 1318

Phone +44 20 8971 9350 Phone +1 212 730 2929

Fax +44 20 8944 6705 Fax +1 212 764 1980


Physical Address 6 Alt GroveLondonSW19 4DZ

Physical Address South African Tourism500 5th Avenue, 20th FloorSuite 2040New YorkNY 10110

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CONVENTION BUREAU

12th floor, Waldorf Arcade

80 St Georges Mall

Cape Town

South Africa

Tel: +27 21 487 8600

Fax: +27 21 487 8700

email: [email protected]

www.capetownconventionbureau.org | www.wesgro.co.za

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