Sandton Tourism & Business Association

13/04/2026

✨ RMB Latitudes Art Fair returns to Shepstone Gardens from 22–24 May 2026 - and its fourth edition promises to be the most exciting yet.

This isn't just an art fair. It's an experience. Nestled in the historic terraced gardens and architecture of Shepstone Gardens, RMB Latitudes Online creates an immersive world where contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora comes alive - indoors and outdoors, intimate yet world-class.

What makes it truly special? A commitment to meaningful exchange, sustainability, and long-term visibility for artists and galleries. Museum-grade presentation meets the warmth of a curated, oasis-like setting. Rigour meets soul. 🌿🎨

And this year, the spotlight turns to Nigeria - celebrating one of Africa's most vibrant and dynamic creative ecosystems in a cross-continental dialogue that connects, inspires, and elevates.

Mark your calendars. Art lovers, this one is for you. 🗓️

📍 Shepstone Gardens, Johannesburg
📅 22–24 May 2026

Returning to Shepstone Gardens, Johannesburg, from 22 to 24 May 2026 for its fourth edition, RMB Latitudes Art Fair reaffirms its position as a leading platform for contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora. Known for its distinctive model prioritising exchange, sustainability and long-term visi...

11/04/2026

🌟 Great news for Edgars Club members - your next getaway just got more affordable!

Beyond the Easter holidays, City Lodge Hotels Limited has partnered with Edgars Club to bring members exclusive discounts of up to 30% off weekend stays! 🙌

That means more money in your pocket and more memories to make. 🇿🇦✈️

With 57 hotels across southern Africa under four trusted brands - Courtyard Hotel, City Lodge Hotel, Town Lodge, and Road Lodge - there's something for every traveller and every budget. From comfortable economy stays to modern, contemporary facilities, you can always count on comfort, convenience, and quality wherever you go. 🏨

Here's how to claim your discount:
👉 Head to www.citylodgehotels.com
👉 Select the Edgars Club option when booking
👉 Verify your membership details
👉 Enjoy up to 30% off on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays!

Holiday plans sorted? We think so. 🛏️
For full details and T&Cs, visit 👉 www.citylodgehotels.com/partners/EdgarsClub

South Africans looking to stretch their travel budgets this Easter and beyond just got a welcome boost. City Lodge Hotels has partnered with Edgars Club to offer members exclusive discounts of up to 30% on weekend stays (Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays) across its network of 57 hotels in southern Af...

09/04/2026

🎉 Exciting news for hospitality & tourism educators in South Africa!

The Hospitality & Tourism Educators Network South Africa (HTEN SA) recently launched - and educators are invited to be part of it!

Whether you're a lecturer, programme leader, or academic partner, this network was built for YOU. It's a space to connect with fellow educators across the country, swap ideas, tackle shared challenges, and build stronger links between education and the industry we all love.

💬 As Dr Renee Minnaar of Consult Renee puts it: "By connecting educators across institutions, we believe we can learn from each other, support innovation in curriculum and teaching, and create stronger opportunities for students entering the sector."

Because when educators thrive, students thrive - and that's good for the whole industry. 🌍✈️

This new network has been created to connect educators, lecturers, programme leaders, and academic partners across South Africa who are shaping the future of hospitality and tourism education.

08/04/2026

Gauteng, there's so much more to explore. 🌍

The team behind Joburg's iconic red hop-on hop-off buses is taking you further.

Johannesburg City Sightseeing introduces Gauteng Xplorer Tours – curated full-day experiences designed to uncover the very best of our incredible province.

They're kicking things off with two unforgettable journeys:
🦁 Dinokeng Big 5 Safari Tour – get up close with Africa's most magnificent wildlife, no self-drive stress required.
🏛️ Sterkfontein Caves & Voortrekker Monument Tour – walk through millions of years of history in a single day.
The same trusted City Sightseeing experience you love – safe, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles, hassle-free booking, and unbeatable value. Just this time, the adventure goes beyond the city limits.

Whether you're a visitor seeing Gauteng for the first time or a local rediscovering your own backyard – this is your invitation to Xplore. ✨

🎟️ Book online, on the bus, or at any City Sightseeing ticket office.
Your next adventure starts here. Where will you Xplore first? 👇

City Sightseeing Johannesburg, the company behind the city’s iconic red hop-on hop-off buses, has launched Gauteng Xplorer Tours – a new collection of curated full‑day excursions designed to showcase the very best of Gauteng and its surrounds.

07/04/2026

🚨 We've all been there. You did your research, read every review, zoomed in on every photo… and then you arrived. 😱

City Lodge Hotels Limited has a name for it: flatfishing – when your holiday accommodation looks like a dream online but is a total nightmare in person.

Consider this your escape plan. 👇
🆘 SOS – Save Our Stay 2.0 is here!
Hit the SOS button at saveourstay.co.za or citylodgehotels.com to find your nearest City Lodge Hotels property and check in with up to 30% off your stay.
✅ No misleading photos
✅ No dodgy surprises
✅ Just a tastefully decorated hotel with all the amenities you actually need – at a price that makes sense

Whether you've been flatfished and need rescuing, or you're smart-planning your April getaway from the start – SOS has you covered right through to 4 May 2026.

Check into easy. 🌴

You did everything right – read the reviews, zoomed in on the photos, checked the location twice… and then you arrived. The horror! City Lodge calls it “flatfishing” – when your holiday accommodation looks like a dream online but is a total nightmare in person.

06/04/2026

🎈 Your next coffee could take you sky-high!

The legendary Bill Harrop Balloon Safaris has teamed up with MUGG & BEAN SA for an exciting in-store activation at The Village Mall branch - and you could win a hot air balloon flight for two! 🌅

Here's all you need to do:
✅ Dine at Mugg & Bean The Village Mall, Hartbeespoort
✅ Enter the competition using your purchase slip
✅ Stand a chance to soar above the Hartbeespoort region in style!

This once-in-a-lifetime experience is up for grabs until 1 May 2026. Don't miss your chance to win!

Tag someone you'd love to float away with! 🎈☕

A new local collaboration between Mugg & Bean The Village Mall (Hartbeespoort) and Bill Harrop’s “Original” Balloon Safaris is bringing together great coffee, community engagement, and one of the region’s most iconic tourism experiences.

04/04/2026

🐣 Easter holidays are here - and our Members have something special waiting for you!

Whether you're looking to escape for a night, enjoy a memorable meal out, or give back to those in need this season, we've got you covered.

✨ Browse our Easter specials and discover:
🛏️ Accommodation deals perfect for a long weekend getaway
🍽️ Fantastic dining experiences to share with family and friends
🤝 Meaningful ways to give back to your community

There's something for everyone - all in one place. Tap the link and treat yourself this Easter and beyond! 🐇

👇 Which special catches your eye? Let us know in the comments!

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03/04/2026

❤️ Give warmth. Give hope. Give a blanket.

This Easter, Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton is calling on the community to donate a new or gently used blanket to those experiencing homelessness as winter approaches.

Drop your donations at the Reception desk and they'll make sure every blanket finds someone who needs it most.

📅 Donations accepted until end of May
📍 Protea Hotel Balalaika Reception

As a little thank-you, pop in and enjoy the Easter specials when you've dropped your blanket! 🐣🍽️

Tag a friend who'd love to get involved! 👇

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02/04/2026

🦞🌊 🌊 THIS Good Friday, forget the ordinary.

Join NH Johannesburg Sandton tomorrow for a spectacular seafood buffet at Tradewinds Restaurant - where the ocean comes to your table. Dive into a generous spread of freshly shucked oysters, succulent prawns, lobster, and rich mussels, all beautifully complemented by a wide selection of sides and sauces.

Every dish is prepared to let the natural flavours shine - fresh, simple, and utterly delicious. Help yourself to as much or as little as you like, and savour every bite in the company of the people who matter most.

📅 Friday, 3 April 2026
🕡 6.30pm – 10.30pm
💰 R650 per person
📍 Tradewinds Restaurant

Book your table now — spots are limited!

Celebrate Good Friday with a seafood buffet that brings the ocean to your table. Enjoy prawns, lobster, freshly shucked oysters and rich mussels, alongside a wide selection of sides and sauces. Each dish is prepared to highlight natural flavour and freshness. A generous spread that lets you choose h...

31/03/2026

🌿☀️ Sunday Society Picnics are still on at The Maslow Hotel Sandton!

Treat yourself to the ultimate elevated garden experience where chic fashion meets gourmet indulgence - right on the beautiful manicured lawns of the hotel! 🥂✨

Here's what's in store:
🧺 A gorgeous picnic basket for two
🍽️ A hot food selection
🥂 A glass of Graham Beck bubbly on arrival
🎶 Live entertainment

And the next one is just around the corner! 📅
Sunday, 5 April 2026
👗 Theme: Denim & White - Chic meets casual in denim and crisp white!

This is your chance to gather your favourite person, dress the part, and make a beautiful Sunday of it! 🤍👖

Picnic season continues unabated at The Maslow in Sandton with an elevated garden experience where chic fashion meets gourmet indulgence at the Sunday Society events every month until May.

30/03/2026

✨ Meet the mother-daughter duo behind Mo & K Essence! ✨

In 2020, Kgomotso Moloi and her daughter Tlotlang turned a deep love for beautifully scented candles into a thriving business - and the name? That was all Tlotlang's brilliant idea! 💡

💬 "Our mission is to bring warm, high-quality scents into every home, creating peaceful, memorable spaces for our customers," says Kgomotso.

And the exciting news? The duo recently made their debut at Meetings Africa and are recognised as a Proudly South African brand! 🙌 Well done, we are proud to have you in our membership.🕯️

Support local, support small business, support this incredible pair! 💛

Kgomotso Moloi founded Mo & K Essence alongside her daughter, Tlotlang Moloi. The business was established in 2020, driven by a deep love for beautifully scented candles. The name ‘Mo & K Essence’ was inspired and created by Tlotlang. “Our mission is to bring warm, high-quality scents into eve...