Travel Industry Awaits Indaba 2009

The eyes of the international travel industry will turn to South Africa next month at Indaba 2009. Billed as “the biggest tourism marketing events on the African calendar” Indaba 2009 will take place from 9 – 12 May 2009 at the Albert Luthuli Convention Center, Durban with the highlight being Africa’s World Travel Awards ceremony.

Voted Africa’s top travel show winning World Travel Award last year Indaba 2009 showcases Southern Africa holidays with travel industry exhibitors, delegates and journalists from around the world. Last year more than 13,200 attendees participated in the event including over 600 South African and international journalists.

Tourism figures for Southern Africa holidays remain strong despite the global economic downturn boosted by South Africa’s reputation for being a value for money destination. Tourism Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk remains confidents that South Africa will achieve it’s target of 10 million visitors by 2010”. This goal will certainly be boosted by South Africa hosting the World Cup football next year.

2 by 2 Holidays are specialists in Southern Africa holidays to South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Mozambique and Mauritius.

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