Africa Travel Indaba unlocks tourism opportunities in Durban

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Experts at Africa Travel Indaba foresee tourism benefits amid challenges in safety, infrastructure, and visa policies.

While navigating through some barriers related to safety, infrastructure and restrictive visa policies which have impeded South Africa reaching pre-CovidThemed “Unlocking Opportunities”, the trade show which opened yesterday, attended by nearly 10 000 delegates from 25 countries, has served as a platform for African tourism exhibitors to showcase their offerings to international and local buyers.

“This contrasts with several other African nations, such as Mauritius, which is on the brink of recording the highest international tourist arrivals in history. “These challenges are compounded by persistent problems – crime and inconsistent access to essential services such as electricity, water and safe roads.“The current policies do not just deter short-term visitors, but also potential long-term tourists and digital nomads, a rapidly growing demographic globally.

 

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