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15/07/2025

🚗🦓 Game Drive Goals: Epic Wildlife Shots with Just Your Phone 📱📸

It's July in South Africa — road trips are rolling, kids are bundled up, and the wild is calling. Whether you're headed to Kruger, Hluhluwe, or anywhere in between, you don’t need a fancy camera to nail those unforgettable safari photos.

ANEW Hotels & Resorts photographer Zandri Gillespie shares 5 pro tips to level up your wildlife photography game — all with your phone!

https://hospitalitymarketplace.co.za/2025/07/15/how-to-capture-luxury-look-game-drive-images-with-your-smartphone/

Picture this: South Africa in July. The cars are packed, the kids are bundled up, and the road trip playlists […]

11/07/2025

🍷✨ A Historic Pour Awaits! ✨🍷

The Durbanville Wine Valley’s Taste of Terroir returns on 8 August 2025, and this year, it’s making history with the region’s first-ever limited-release collaborative Pinotage! 🎉

Hosted at the stunning Loch Lynne Wine Estate, this red wine showcase features top producers like Diemersdal, De Grendel, Durbanville Hills, Nitida & more – with winemakers pouring their own wines and sharing their stories.

🎶 Live music by Emile Swiegers
🍴 Canapés by Kos Kouture
🕔 8 August | 17:00–20:00
🎟️ R300 via Quicket → https://qkt.io/raDXb5

https://hospitalitymarketplace.co.za/2025/07/11/durbanvilles-taste-of-terroir-red-wine-soiree-to-unveil-region-first-pinotage/

Durbanville Wine Valley’s Taste of Terroir returns on 8 August 2025 with a region-first Pinotage debut, live music, and red wines from top local producers.

11/07/2025

✈️🤖 Meet Sam – FCM’s Smart AI Assistant Now Live in South Africa! 🇿🇦

FCM has officially launched Sam, its next-gen AI travel assistant, designed to help South African business travellers stay agile, informed, and in control—from booking to boarding. 💼✨

Whether it’s a last-minute visa check, a flight delay at OR Tambo, or keeping travel spend in line with budget, Sam delivers real-time, personalised support across mobile, desktop, and browser.

Corporate travel just got a whole lot smarter!

https://hospitalitymarketplace.co.za/2025/07/10/fcms-ai-assistant-sam-goes-live-for-south-african-business-travellers/

FCM has launched its AI travel assistant Sam in South Africa, offering real-time, personalised support for business travellers and travel managers through machine learning.

11/07/2025

🎬✈️ Big News for SA's Film & Events Industry! 🇿🇦🌍

FEDHASA is celebrating the launch of two game-changing visa categories:
🎥 STAGES Visa – for international film talent and production crews
📅 MEETS Visa – for meetings, incentives, conferences & exhibitions (MICE)

These new visas are set to unlock billions in economic potential, fast-track approvals, and put South Africa back on the global map as a film-friendly and MICE-ready destination.

Let’s roll out the red carpet for growth, jobs, and global exposure!

https://hospitalitymarketplace.co.za/2025/07/10/fedhasa-welcomes-minister-schreibers-landmark-visa-announcement/

South Africa introduces two new visa categories – the Screen Talent and Global Entertainment Scheme (STAGES) for the film sector and the Meetings, Events, Exhibitions and Tourism Scheme (MEETS) for the meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) sector.

10/07/2025

🔥 Influencer marketing isn’t about the biggest following — it’s about the deepest connection.

In today’s digital world, authenticity wins over algorithms. 🎯 Brands that thrive aren’t chasing hype — they’re building strategic, purpose-driven partnerships with creators who truly align with their audience, values, and voice.

Influencers aren’t shortcuts — they’re storytellers. And when you collaborate with the right ones, the results go far beyond impressions. 💥

https://hospitalitymarketplace.co.za/2025/07/10/10-strategic-tips-brands-should-consider-before-working-with-influencers/

10/07/2025

🌍🏆 The world has spoken — again! Qatar Airways has been named World’s Best Airline for 2025 by Skytrax, taking home the prestigious title for a record-breaking 9th time! ✨✈️

This incredible recognition reflects their passion, precision, and purpose that drive everything they do — on the ground and in the air.

https://hospitalitymarketplace.co.za/2025/07/10/qatar-airways-retains-skytrax-airline-of-the-year-title-for-a-record-ninth-time/

10/07/2025

✈️✨ Taste the best of France at 35,000 feet! Air France has unveiled exquisite new long-haul menus for flights from Paris to South Africa, crafted by top Michelin-starred chefs 🇫🇷👨‍🍳

In Business Class, Régis Marcon brings the flavors of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region with seasonal dishes like salmon & prawn royale and a citrusy Camargue rice trio 🌿🍋 Meanwhile, desserts by World’s Best Pastry Chef Nina Métayer add the perfect sweet touch 🍰💫

Premium Economy gets an upgrade too, with Frédéric Simonin’s refined French cuisine featuring sustainable ingredients and bold, elegant flavors 🍽️🌍

🍃 Thoughtfully sourced | 🌱 Vegetarian options available | 💡 Pre-select your meal to help reduce food waste

https://hospitalitymarketplace.co.za/2025/07/10/air-france-updates-long-haul-menus-on-paris-south-africa-route-with-new-chef-collaborations/

07/07/2025

🌟 Africa’s hospitality sector is booming — but what’s happening behind the buffet?

While digital upgrades and luxury guest experiences steal the spotlight, the real game-changer lies out of sight: in the kitchens, sculleries, and prep areas powering daily service. As Murray Crow, MD of Kwikot Powered by Haier, points out: it’s time to modernise the back-of-house.

📈 With 482 hotels in development and 80% of operators optimistic about the future, the demand for resilient, locally designed infrastructure is rising fast — and for good reason. Outdated systems are slowing workflows, compromising hygiene, and adding silent costs across the continent.

🛠️ The hospitality brands that lead Africa’s next chapter won’t just look good upfront — they’ll invest where it counts, behind the scenes.

https://hospitalitymarketplace.co.za/2025/07/07/the-back-of-house-bottleneck-why-catering-infrastructure-is-holding-back-hospitalitys-growth/

07/07/2025

🌍 Big news from the Future Hospitality Summit in Cape Town! Valor Hospitality Partners is making its West African debut 🇳🇬🇸🇳 with two exciting new hotel signings in Nigeria and Senegal – a R540 million investment that marks a major milestone in African hospitality.

In partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts, Valor will manage the all-new Crowne Plaza Lagos and Holiday Inn SD City Dakar – bringing world-class service to two of West Africa’s busiest hubs. ✨

“These signings reflect our commitment to long-term value, world-class operations, and expanding opportunities across the continent,” says Valor’s Michael Pownall.

🏨 West Africa, get ready – global standards, local heart.

https://hospitalitymarketplace.co.za/2025/07/04/valor-hospitality-partners-expands-into-west-africa-with-two-major-hotel-deals-worth-r540-million/

07/07/2025

🇿🇦🌿 Taste the real flavour of Mzansi in every bite! From sage-infused butternut soup to buchu-marinated chicken and crispy Snowbush maize fries – it’s time to bring South Africa’s indigenous herbs into your everyday meals. 💚 Ask your Gogo, visit a farmers' market, or hit your local health shop!

https://hospitalitymarketplace.co.za/2025/07/03/herb-your-enthusiasm/

04/07/2025

🍽️✈️ When fine dining meets five-star flying...

Qatar Airways is taking in-flight luxury to new heights with a fresh culinary collaboration with world-renowned French chef Yannick Alléno — holder of an incredible 17 Michelin stars! 🌟

From First and Business Class cabins to exclusive airport lounges in Doha and Paris, travellers can now enjoy Alléno’s modern French masterpieces at 40,000 feet. The airline’s First Class Lounge at Hamad International Airport will even debut a Pavyllon-branded restaurant featuring a live gastronomic counter experience. 👨‍🍳🔥

It’s more than just a meal — it’s a journey of taste, innovation, and world-class hospitality. ✨
Bon voyage never tasted so good.

https://hospitalitymarketplace.co.za/2025/07/03/qatar-airways-teams-up-with-michelin-starred-chef-yannick-alleno/

04/07/2025

🚨 Major move in African hospitality! 🌍

Aleph Hospitality has just been appointed to manage 26 ONOMO-branded hotels across 14 African countries — the largest third-party hotel management deal of its kind in the region to date. 🏨🤝

Starting 1 September 2025, this game-changing partnership will allow African Hotel Development to focus on brand growth and upscale expansion, while Aleph Hospitality accelerates its mission to manage 50 hotels by year-end. 🇰🇪🇲🇦🇿🇦

With four new regional offices and a strong presence in key markets, this collaboration is set to reshape hospitality on the continent — unlocking new opportunities for innovation, jobs, and guest experiences across Africa.

https://hospitalitymarketplace.co.za/2025/07/03/aleph-hospitality-to-manage-26-onomo-hotels-in-landmark-african-portfolio-deal/