Early Breakfast with Africa Melane
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Inside South Africa’s Tourism Surge and Investment Push
South Africa’s tourism sector isn’t just recovering—it’s entering a new era of growth and investment, with rising visitor numbers and strong government support driving momentum. All eyes are now on the Africa Tourism Investment Conference 2026, happening April 14 in Cape Town, where key players wil…
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Travel: Where South Africans are booking and how AI is reshaping it
South Africans are increasingly turning to AI to plan and book travel, while platforms like Booking.com, TripAdvisor and local players continue to dominate traffic, highlighting a fast-evolving, tech-driven travel market. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning tal…
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SA turns homeward as outbound travel hits a snag
Outbound travel may be uncertain, but South Africa is packed with Easter adventures. From family-friendly safaris and beach escapes to regional trips, Kele Lekalake of Harvey World Travel shares the best local destinations for your next last-minute getaway. Where to next? Early Breakfast with Afri…
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Travel: Middle East Conflict forces a rethink of travel to South Africa
Africa Melane speaks to travel journalist Paula Martini on how Middle East conflict and disruptions at major airline hubs like Dubai and Doha could impact inbound tourism to South Africa, weighing the risks of reduced accessibility against the potential to position SA as a safer global destination.…
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Travel: Heritage rail adventure combines scenic travel with luxury stays
Jacob Moshokoa speaks to Rick Botha, General Manager of Ceres Rail Company, about the launch of the Mossel Bay Explorer. A six-day vintage rail journey from Cape Town to Mossel Bay that blends scenic travel, heritage locomotives and small-town exploration across the Western Cape
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Travel: Rising flight costs and safety worries push South Africans to local Autumn escapes
Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle …
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Travel: Planning your first trip to Egypt
Africa Melane chats with Ashton Leaper about her Egypt trip. The top places to visit, what surprised her most, how she planned the journey, Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, s…
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Travel - How to beat baggage chaos
Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle …
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Travel: How South Africans can start their travel fund
Africa Melane chats with Kele Lekalake about Harvey World Travel SA’s Travel Wallet Experience, a South African-friendly way to save in bite-sized amounts for your next adventure, turning dreams into journeys without the pressure of big upfront costs. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s an…
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The Travel Expo - Shirley-Ann McQuade I Flight Centre Regional Manager - Western Cape
Africa Melane speaks to WC Flight Centre Regional Manager, Shirley-Ann McQuade about the upcoming Travel Expo in Sandton. Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702’s and CapeTalk’s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, a…
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