News
2013 May 06
As the business capital of Africa, Sandton has plenty of top-quality venues available for corporate meetings. The conference centres dotted throughout the suburb are fully equipped, with every thinkable amenity supplied.
2013 April 03
South Africa boasts the perfect combination of business and pleasure and has plenty of self-catering options available for businessmen to back up this notion. If you are planning a business trip, or otherwise, to South Africa then consider the following when weighing up the options between self-catering and other types of accommodation
2013 April 03
With the world turning its attention to greener options for businesses and personal lifestyle choices, many hotels and accommodation providers are on the constant search for greener alternatives for their guests. One hotel in America even posted a note in their bathrooms stating the percentage of people that re-use their towels, in an effort to reduce water wastage resulting from the establishment washing towels after only one use. South Africa is fast following suit and one kind of accommodation in particular is getting it right without trying: self-catering.
2013 March 14
When deciding on a holiday in South Africa, one may be faced with the difficult task of deciding between a coastal or inland excursion. Each has their benefits and it’s important to weigh them up before finding yourself on the wrong vacation.
2013 January 29
The truth is; we can’t all live the lifestyles enjoyed by the rich and famous. However, treating yourself to a taste of luxury is something everyone should try – whether it’s snuggling up in a superlative Sandton hotel for a night, booking an opulent spa day or dining out at a luxurious restaurant.
2013 January 29
After centuries of being labelled the ‘world’s poorest continent’, Africa is hitting back with reports detailing significant economic growth. While Africa hasn’t yet reached that status of a universal Cinderella story – you can visit a Sandton hotel for that – almost every continental analysis has revealed impressive data detailing positive economic growth in GDP.
2013 January 29
With such a thriving tourism industry, it’s not hard to understand why South Africa is home to a major hospitality industry. Luxury Hotels in South Africa dot the landscape, attracting a new trend in youth employment where students are jostling to acquire the knowledge, skills and degree to build a career in this blossoming industry.
2013 January 08
When questioning what distinguishes Johannesburg from the rest of South Africa, people will no doubt describe the city’s bustling business district. Entertaining a reputation as a fast-paced metropolis with big-thinking businessmen, Johannesburg is considered the economic powerhouse of South Africa – and for good reason.
2013 January 08
Johannesburg is regarded as the business hub of South Africa and is home to the majority of South Africa Head Offices and high-powered corporations. However, there are sides to the City of Gold that are anything but gleaming.
2013 January 08
Johannesburg – the City of Gold that gleams with possibilities and polished skyscrapers – has long been loved by its locals and frequented by tourists and business travellers from all corners of the globe.
2012 November 05
While the Christmas season is supposed to bring joy to every girl and boy, Christmas shopping has a tendency to dampen even the sprightliest of spirits. From crazy queues and even crazier shoppers to the dilemma of what to get Mom, retail therapy has never been so un-therapeutic.
2012 November 05
Christmas is peeking its head around the corner, however, that’s hardly reason enough not to take advantage of the fun, innovative events happening in and around Sandton in November. As the sun creeps out from underneath its winter comforter, the city of Sandton sparkles with replenished energy and bright activities for all to enjoy.
2012 November 05
Now that winter has packed its seasonal overnight bag and moved its chilly presence somewhere else, the city of Sandton sparkles with sun and summer excitement. The cosmopolitan district is bursting at its stylish seams with a plethora of fun summer activities, be it sipping cocktails at a sidewalk cafe or indulging in some serious retail therapy.
2012 October 08
Sandton is well known for being the richest square mile in Africa - a reputation it received years back when it was the playground of the wealthy and their horses. Today it still holds much the same reputation and caters for much the same clientele, except that now it is not only home to the rich and famous, but it’s where the rich and famous go to do business.
2012 October 08
Sandton is well known for being the business hub of South Africa. However, what many people don’t know that it is as equally popular for its nightlife. After an enthralling day of business meetings and exploring Sandton’s highlights, kick back and experience the best of Sandton’s nightlife, not too far from many of the hotels in Johannesburg.
2012 August 22
There is nothing like a cheery cup of coffee or tea with friends to chase wintery blues away. Whether you are a coffee connoisseur or in search of a quaint, quirky little gem packed with personality and good food, Sandton is a city of many attractions, including delightful coffee shops.
2012 August 22
The sparkling, vivacious city of Sandton has a plethora of exciting activities and events on offer in September. The fast-developing city has an over-riding energy which will instantly sweep you off your feet, immersing you in the stylish, upbeat lifestyle that the innovative ‘city of gold' is famous for.
2012 August 22
Sandton is an upbeat district in the City of Gold, where possibilities abound and the energy is infectious. Known for its business possibilities, glamorous lifestyle and financial flair, the glittering region has much to offer people of varying tastes and budgets.
2012 August 01
Sleek and seductive, the suburb of Sandton buzzes with an enviable, infectious energy that it is impossible to resist. Whether you’re travelling on business or pleasure, revel in your surroundings and enjoy the exquisite Sandton Skyline which many say is similar to that of the Big Apple.
2012 August 01
When you think of Sandton, you think of sleek skyscrapers and stylish sophistication. The modern district pulsates with ambition and drive and is the commercial hub of Africa, housing the Johannesburg Stock exchange.
2012 July 02
Now possibly the trendiest district in Johannesburg and certainly its commercial hub, Sandton is a city which has evolved in a very short period of time. An area of tremendous influence and opportunity, with skyscrapers to rival New York, the sleek, cosmopolitan district has undergone a tremendous makeover and now holds some of the world’s most sought-after real estate.
2012 July 02
Trendy, cosmopolitan, sleek and unique, Sandton is a glittering diamond of a district located in the heart of the City of Gold. Here, a buzzing, energetic ambience will sweep you up, thrilling and delighting you as you explore everything that the commercial hub has on offer. From modern skyscrapers stretching to the sky to the incredible Sandton City Shopping Centre, there is something to suit all tastes and budgets.
2012 July 02
Travelling with your family is an incredibly rewarding experience, during which lasting, happy memories are formed which you and your children will always treasure. In a city like Johannesburg, there is an undeniable, infectious buzz which will instantly draw you in. Vibrant, diverse, bustling and brilliant, Joburg has much to offer both businessmen and families alike.
2012 May 29
While Sandton has grown tremendously over the last decades to become South Africa’s main economic and commercial hub, it’s also become a tourist hotspot and a popular destination for businessmen to stay while visiting Johannesburg. A conversation with Marc Washsberger, owner of four executive apartment and hotel establishments in a prime Sandton location, explained the opportunities and vibrancy of Sandton, as well as its potential to become even larger and more successful than it is today:
2012 May 29
As winters in Johannesburg are cold and dry, Sandton simply brings out the heaters and carries on as normal. This season however, tourists and businessmen will be able to choose from a variety of exciting events and activities to keep the cold away. Never a dull moment to be had, guests and locals will have the opportunity to enjoy a range of specials, promotions, unique events and expos, and will be able to indulge in the glamour and sophistication of the vibrant commercial hub.
2012 May 23
South Africa is one of the world’s tourism hot stops, with several exciting cities to visit and truly beautiful towns to explore. Its history is extensive and culture diverse – this is the true Rainbow Nation and is an exciting and attractive place to visit.
2012 May 23
Sandton, famously known as being Africa’s richest square mile, is the business hot spot of the African continent. Every year, thousands of local and international businessmen make their way to the “streets of gold” in Sandton, staying in its luxury hotels, eating in its award winning restaurants and working out in its gyms. This is where the biggest conferences take place and the biggest deals are landed.
2012 February 05
Sandton has quickly become the hub of commercial industry and business in South Africa. Famously known to be Africa’s richest square mile, Sandton is visited by hundreds of thousands of businessmen every year from all over the globe – ensuring that this financial district is constantly growing and hardly ever sleeping.
2012 February 05
Johannesburg is undoubtedly South Africa’s busiest city, offering guests an endless flow of exciting things to do and places to see while showcasing a unique side of South Africa and submersing guests in an authentically African atmosphere. Here, there is something for everyone, and regardless of whether you’re on holiday with your family or on a romantic getaway for two, you’ll find more than enough to occupy yourselves. While visiting this vibrant city, it’s vital that you book yourself a room in a luxurious Johannesburg hotel – this will enable you to put up your wary feet up and relax at the end of a long day exploring.
2012 February 02
Since the early 1990’s Sandton has been the most important financial and business sector in Johannesburg and in South Africa. In this stylish area you can find some of the top South African investment banks, financial consultants, the Johannesburg stock exchange (JSE) and one of the biggest convention centre’s on the African continent - Sandton is the very definition of South African sophistication. Many business men and women all over Africa and the world come here for business trips and thus there are many luxurious accommodation establishments available in Sandton. Hotel accommodation has increased immensely throughout the years.
