The Eastern Cape & Garden Route Business to Business Publication

Challenges of attracting tourism…

…in rural areas of the Eastern Cape
by Claire Warneke
It is difficult to describe the Eastern Cape in a few words. Within 168 966 square kilometres, the province boasts seven different natural biomes with diverse landscapes ranging from the Great Karoo semi-desert to the luxurious forests on the Wild Coast, the fertile Langkloof and the mountains [...]

The Adventure Province

by Ed Richardson

We are now officially the “Adventure Province” following a branding exercise undertaken by the Eastern Cape Tourism Board.
Research showed that it was the lure of adventure – and the wide
variety of choices the province offers both hard core and more laid
back adventurers, according to Zola Tshefu, CEO of the Eastern Cape
Tourism Board. Speaking [...]

Corporate Travel

get them to bring the family with next time
by Ed Richardson
Corporate travel is one of the most important sub-sectors of the Eastern Cape tourism market.
People who come to the province on business – to visit clients, attend a trade show, inspect a facility or work on a project – are both existing and potential tourists.
While [...]

Forgotten Town of the Eastern Cape

Often overlooked as a tourist destination, the Eastern Cape is steeped in a rich and diverse history. One of the primary conflict zones between the 1820 Settlers and the traditional Xhosa people, it also featured prominently during the country’s struggle against apartheid.
There are numerous small towns scattered throughout the province each with its own quaint [...]

2009 – A year of growth and innovation

Several important events are being held in 2009. They will help to boost the economy of the Eastern Cape as well as its growing reputation as an agricultural and automotive business hub.
Somerset East
The 2009 Biltong Festival
Where: Somerset East
When: 11 to 12 July 2009
Website: www.biltongfees.co.za
A tribute to the unofficial national snack of South Africa, the Biltong [...]