ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
This conference is about rethinking tourism and hospitality through an African lens. It will focus on how the industry can evolve using innovation, sustainability, and cultural resilience as key drivers.
At its core, it’s a space where postgraduate students, researchers, and academics come together to share ideas, present their work, and learn from each other. It also brings in industry players and community organisations, so it’s not just theory but rather connecting research with real-world impact.
You can expect workshops, presentations, and discussions that help build research skills, improve academic writing, and boost confidence in presenting work. It’s also a great platform for forming partnerships across African universities and strengthening collaboration within the tourism and hospitality sector.
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Nestled in the heart of the Drakensberg, Champagne Sports Resort offers the ideal setting for a tourism conference, combining exceptional conferencing facilities with a wide range of leisure experiences. With reliable WiFi and versatile venues, delegates can connect, collaborate, and engage with ease.
Beyond the conference, guests can enjoy a variety of activities including golf, swimming pools, tennis, putt-putt, trail running, MTB and Cathkin Trails, as well as basketball, volleyball, badminton, a gym, and spa.
Champagne Sports Resort delivers a seamless blend of business and leisure, creating an experience that inspires, connects, and lingers long after guests have left.
WiFi
Versatile Venues
Swimming pools
Golf
Gym and Spa
MTB Trails
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
If you’re involved in tourism, hospitality, or research, there’s a good chance this conference is for you.
It’s especially valuable for postgraduate students and early-career researchers who want to grow their skills, get feedback on their work, and gain confidence in presenting at conferences. Academic staff and supervisors would also benefit, particularly those interested in mentoring, research development, and collaboration.
Beyond academia, it’s also relevant for people working in the tourism industry — like tour operators, hospitality professionals, and community tourism organisations. Government officials and policymakers in tourism can also gain useful insights, especially around sustainable development and industry trends.
In short, anyone interested in shaping the future of tourism and hospitality in Africa, whether from a research, education, or industry perspective, would find real value in attending.
