by External Contributor | Sep 22, 2025 | Featured, Insights, News
How the G20 Summit in Johannesburg Could Boost South Africa’s Hospitality Industry A Historic Opportunity for South Africa From 22–23 November 2025, Johannesburg will host the G20 Leaders’ Summit—the first time this summit is held in Africa. Wikipedia For the...
by External Contributor | Sep 18, 2025 | Featured, News
New Luxury & Growth in South Africa’s Hotel Scene: What’s Trending This Week 1. Park Hyatt Johannesburg Makes a Grand Entrance One of the headline developments is the opening of Park Hyatt Johannesburg, Hyatt Corporation’s new luxury offering in Rosebank. This...
by External Contributor | Sep 9, 2025 | Featured, Hospitality Opinion Blog, Insights, News
South Africa Tourism on the Rise: Latest Stats & Insights (2025) 1. Tourism Makes a Strong Comeback in 2024–2025 South Africa welcomed 8.92 million total arrivals in 2024, a 5.1% increase over 2023, signalling a solid recovery from the pandemic depths South...
by Stephen Hickmore | Sep 5, 2025 | Featured, News
Discover SHS’s 33 on Bond RestaurantAt The Swiss Hotel School South Africa (SHS), the 33 on Bond Restaurant stands out as the institution’s signature culinary venture. Fully licensed and professionally managed by final-year students, this pop-up-style...
by Stephen Hickmore | Aug 22, 2025 | Featured, News
The Rise of Experiential Dining in South Africa Introduction Across the globe, and increasingly in South Africa, dining is no longer just about food—it’s about the experience. Guests are looking for meals that engage all five senses, combining flavour with...
by Stephen Hickmore | Aug 21, 2025 | Featured, Insights, News
From the Streets to the Spotlight South African street food is more than a casual snack—it’s a source of culinary inspiration. Chefs are taking flavours like bunny chow, boerewors, and chakalaka and elevating them to fine dining creations. Blending Tradition with...