Durban and the South African province of KwaZulu-Natal were formally informed of the fact that they have won the right to enter into an agreement to host the 2016 World Leisure Congress.  

The Suncoast Hotel & Towers, situated on Durban’s Golden Mile, now features the Towers Lounge. This is a versatile venue designed to accommodate small meetings, seminars, training sessions, presentations, meetings and cocktail functions.

One of Durban's historic buildings, now transformed into a boutique hotel, The Benjamin Hotel is situated in the trendy, tree lined, Florida Road. With a 32 seater conference centre and accommodation of 43 double rooms, it is ideal for both conference delegates and business travelers. Guests can relax by the swimming pool or visit the many excellent restaurants or pubs that are within safe walking distance from the hotel.

Hefty bill for climate talks

November 21 2011

Hotels and restaurants in the Durban area are getting ready to rake in millions of rand from the United Nations climate change meeting – but local ratepayers will have to fork out at least R50 million for the two-week conference.

You can’t beat Sica’s Guest House for colonial charm, warm hospitality, comfort and convenience. This owner-run establishment is conveniently situated on three acres in Durban’s Berea.

If South Africa in recent years has established its reputation as a major mega events destination, it considerably enhanced that status with the world’s most powerful sports leaders in Durban this week.

South Africa successfully hosted the world’s football fraternity a year ago and after now also hosting the 123rd Session of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the destination’s qualities as a major sports and events host nation has again received high praise. 

Need a holiday? Soon? Then take advantage of this fantastic special offered by Coastlands Hotels and Resorts. Applicable to both Coastlands on the Ridge and Coastlands Umhlanga, R560 per person sharing and R960 single, gets you:

With its magnificent view of the warm Indian Ocean, Golden Mile and its close proximity to Durban's premier attractions, Southern Sun Elangeni is ideal for business or leisure travellers alike. The Hotel's newly renovated Lingela Restaurant will excite your culinary senses, taking you on a gastronomic journey back to the best buffet dining experience available in Durban.

A contemporary Mediterranean atmosphere and a magnificent view of the vast Indian Ocean, the hotel offers a wide range of services and amenities designed to make every stay an enjoyable one. The hotel is only five minutes away from the central business district, which makes it ideally situated for business travelers. For a revitalizing and luxurious break, one need not look any further than the Southern Sun North Beach, where the renowned ‘Southern Warmth’ keeps guests coming back for more.

Located on the first floor, overlooking the central fountain and palm boulevard in the Gateway Theatre of Shopping in Umhlanga, north of Durban, 1 on 1 Events Centre Gateway is a leader in creative and stylish conferencing and banqueting. A South African first for design, interactive entertainment and operation, 1 on 1 is capable of seating up to 1 000 guests in four separate venues.