Top meetings capital IN AFRICA

Cape Town and the Western Cape hold a proud record of consistently being ranked as the meetings capital of Africa for business events by the International Congress and Convention Association.

From an abundance of excellent accommodation, world-class multipurpose venues, excellent event infrastructure and transport systems, to an award-winning airport – the destination is celebrated as a global leader in sustainability, with the City of Cape Town ranked the most sustainable city in Africa by the Corporate Knights Sustainability Cities Index report released in June last year. Need more convincing? Read on for the top reasons to host your next business event in Cape Town and the Western Cape:

The Western Cape is one of the world’s most beautiful and iconic regions, and home to some of Africa’s most important educational institutions, healthcare facilities, business enterprises, centres of innovation, and cultural and historical sites. Four world-class universities and several leading research institutions and recognised business schools in fields as diverse as science, technology, medicine and social politics ensure fertile ground for intellectual dialogue and the exchange of ideas.

As one of the continent’s leading business hubs, the province understands that economic growth is at the heart of development success. Government and the private sector collaborate on a number of programmes to create an enabling environment for investment, tourism and the exportation of goods.

The Cape is celebrated as Africa’s tech capital, with several tech industries and businesses choosing to establish themselves here. The province is one of the best-performing regional economies in Africa and has a booming green economy, leading the way in renewables and alternative water supplies.

Professional infrastructure for conferences, exhibitions and events includes an established Convention Bureau by Wesgro, the oldest on the continent, which delivers bespoke services to help organisers create remarkable events. Qualified, experienced professionals ensure that logistical support abounds for meeting planners, travel agents, corporations and associations.

Cape Town and the Western Cape remains one of the top eco-friendly destinations for business and recreational tourism in Africa, and the world.

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Sustainability-based tourism has an ongoing positive economic impact on the hospitality industry in the Western Cape. Various conference venues contribute to this reputation by placing social and environmental event planning at the heart of their daily management.

Cape Town is a unique and socially diverse city. Its inhabitants have come from all four corners of the globe to make the city their home, resulting in a creative, culinary and cultural melting pot that enriches South Africa’s heritage and history. In addition, the warmth and neighbourliness of Capetonians were recognised by Conde Nast Traveller Readers in December 2023, with the city being named as one of the world’s friendliest. Compiled by surveying Conde Nast’s 16-million strong audience, Cape Town took the 10th position overall and leading African city.

Cape Town is a place with majestic and dramatic scenery, with great hiking trails and deserted beaches that boast spectacular ocean views. The city enjoys a warm and moderate Mediterranean climate that sees visitors and locals alike flock to its sandy white beaches and hike beautiful mountains like Table Mountain. The region is also the proud custodian of two World Heritage Sites at Robben Island and the Cape Floral Region.

SINCE OPENING ITS DOORS 20 years ago, the CTICC has played a pivotal role in connecting Africa to the world through the significant and varied business and leisure events it has hosted. Situated in Cape Town’s Foreshore precinct, the purpose-built venue serves as a centrepiece for this vibrant African city. It is the leading venue for conferences, exhibitions, trade fairs, banquets, special events, film and photo shoots, and other events on the African continent.

The CTICC’s reputation is synonymous with sustainability and world-class service levels. Its standing has ensured that it has remained a venue of choice for event organisers; whether planning a large international conference or a small half-day gathering, the CTICC’s expansive conference facilities offer unrivalled flexibility and service.

The CTICC is a knowledge hub where people meet, collaborate, innovate and find solutions.

The Centre’s dedication to client centricity and service excellence has resulted in fivestar tourism rating and seven recent coveted industry awards.

The CTICC is located between the famous V&A Waterfront, Cape Town’s working harbour, the Atlantic Ocean beaches and the iconic Table Mountain, and is within easy access to the city’s vibrant precinct, a melting pot of arts, culture, history and the most diverse culinary experiences.

CTICC 1 and CTICC 2 span an impressive floor space of 140 855 m² connected by a glassenclosed sky bridge. The multipurpose venue allows for any type of event imaginable –whether a conference, meeting or team-building session. As a venue, it has the space to make anything possible to create extraordinary events.

The Centre boasts:

• 21 400 m² of multipurpose conference and exhibition space

• 3 000 m² of formal and informal meetings space

• two raked auditoria seating 1 516 and 612 pax, respectively

• two terrace rooms for up to 330 and 450 pax

• 47 breakout rooms accommodating 20 to 370 pax

• versatile banqueting rooms

• 2 000 m² grand ballroom

• beautiful rooftop venues with views of both the iconic Table Mountain and Cape Town harbour.

With one of the largest kitchens in the southern hemisphere, the CTICC's catering team can accommodate up to 30 000 pax at a time, hosting a variety of events and menus concurrently. The in-house catering team has the experience and capability to offer customisable menus to suit various food allergies and dietary requirements. The kitchen is halaal certified and offers kosher menu options.

The CTICC provides state-of-the-art technology, Wi-Fi access everywhere, backup power for outages and services that complement its worldclass venues and allow clients to enjoy peace of mind and a seamless experience.

conference solution that provides live streaming, audience participation, analytics and much more.

The CTICC is committed to measurable environmental social and governance (ESG), which is achieved by:

• alignment with the UN Global Compact 10 Principles and Sustainable Development Goals

• reviewing the Net Zero carbon events pledge and the science-based targets initiative to reduce emissions in line with the Paris Agreement goals

• achieving ISO 9001 Quality Management, ISO 14001 Environmental Management, ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management, and ISO 22000 Food Safety Management

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IN the V&A Waterfront, the Two Oceans Aquarium is renowned for its magnificent marine displays, as well as its distinctive function venues. Host an event in front of one of our iconic exhibit spaces, or move into The Avenue for larger events, and our experienced functions and events team will take care of your event needs, from setup and audiovisual equipment to sustainable catering and decor.

The Two Oceans Aquarium is centrally located at Cape Town’s bustling and vibrant V&A Waterfront.

When it comes to iconic venues in Cape Town, the Two Oceans Aquarium ticks every box. This versatile, otherworldly events facility thrills without fail, adding unexpected dimensions of fun, fish and glamour to every event. Whether you’re planning a large, corporate year-end function, a small, intimate strategic session, a multiday conference, or a showstopping gala dinner, the Aquarium’s experienced banqueting team takes care of your every need, from setup and safety to sustainable catering, while you sit back and enjoy the backdrop of swaying kelp forests, serene stingrays and majestic sharks. While the magical setting is beautiful enough in its own right, the Aquarium can nonetheless be transformed into settings fit for any event with the tasteful and creative application of decor and styling. The flexible food and beverage offering is freshly prepared on-site by a team of seasoned professionals and is certified halaal by the Muslim Judicial Council of South Africa.

No on-site accommodation is offered; however, accommodation is available in and around the area.

The Aquarium offers a range of food and beverage options to suit different needs.

SET ON THE HISTORIC Cape waterfront, The Table Bay hotel was created as a tribute to its famous namesake and has set its own standard in international service, cuisine and luxury. The magnificent hotel straddles the antique breakwater with a style that is both innovative and entirely in keeping with its surroundings. Its contemporary architectural design and execution are the result of transcontinental cooperation.

Situated in the historic Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, The Table Bay hotel is perfectly positioned against the stunning backdrops of Table Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean, and provides easy access to the top places to visit in Cape Town.

The Table Bay is home to a great selection of function and conference venues. Whether you are hosting a conference for 300 delegates or planning your annual office cocktail party, the hotel has a stylish venue to suit your needs. Choose from five beautiful venues, each suited to a certain style of function, event or conference. Located on the mezzanine level, the Business Centre offers internet and printing facilities and has three business cubicles equipped with all the necessary modern features.

ACCOMMODATION

Location, location, location: if you are looking

for a place to stay in Cape Town, The Table Bay offers five-star luxury holiday accommodation on the seafront, with views to match. Each of the 329 luxury hotel rooms enjoys uninterrupted sea-facing views either of Table Mountain across the working Table Bay Harbour, or of Robben Island in the Atlantic Ocean. Picture perfect in every way, The Table Bay is the Mother City’s best-kept secret.

The Table Bay’s top-class chefs will be able to cater for your awards lunches and dinners to impeccable standards. A variety of dining options are on offer, which, if the rave reviews are to be believed, are bound to impress your diners.

AS THE LARGEST entertainment destination of its kind in South Africa, GrandWest is a spectacular sight to behold. This family-friendly destination offers the biggest selection of kids’ entertainment and fun activities in Cape Town, from ice skating to tenpin bowling all under one roof.

LOCATION

Located close to Cape Town city centre, and just less than 20 minutes away from Cape Town International Airport, GrandWest offers guests the assurance of quality entertainment experiences, premium facilities and an unparalleled standard of service.

MEETING

Corporate travellers are well rewarded at GrandWest, thanks to the excellent conferencing and meeting facilities. GrandWest is the perfect setting for prestigious large-scale events, as well as corporate events and private dinners. It offers a multipurpose conferencing facility with an indoor venue and outdoor space equipped to host lifestyle events, music festivals, launches and other experiences.

When your conference is over, extend your stay at The City Lodge, situated at GrandWest. This 176 room hotel is also only 20 minutes away from Cape Town International Airport, the city centre and the famous V&A Waterfront.

DINING

GrandWest is home to a great selection of restaurants. From family-friendly options to sophisticated restaurants, you’ll find an eatery to suit your palate.

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NESTLED AMONG THE spectacular Boland Mountains and magnificent vineyards, ATKV Goudini Spa is one of the Western Cape’s most sought-after holiday, conference and tourist destinations. This modern resort, with its wide variety of facilities, is fast becoming a market leader in the province.

LOCATION

Situated in the heart of the Boland Mountains, along Route 62 and South Africa’s famous wine route, is ATKV Goudini Spa. This unique Boland paradise is just an hour’s drive from Cape Town, which makes it the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the big city life, but close enough to host your next corporate event.

MEETING AND EVENT SPACES

Goudini Spa offers seven spacious, wellequipped venues with breathtaking views and luxury comforts to suit your needs, as well as various indoor and outdoor event opportunities. We have successfully hosted and managed events like mountain-bike races, trail runs, and numerous local and international exhibitions at our awardwinning and accredited facilities.

ACCOMMODATION

ATKV Goudini Spa offers a variety of selfcatering accommodation suited to all budgets and tastes. With newly upgraded units across the resort, client expectations will be met and exceeded.

Our resort has a licensed Koswerf restaurant, which offers delectable meals for clients, and a separate halaal-certified fast-food restaurant for clients with special dietary needs.

TEAM BUILDING

In addition to the world-class entertainment and recreational facilities found on the resort, a wide range of team-building activities can be done nearby.

SURROUNDED BY CAPTIVATING mountains and natural fynbos, Golden Valley is an intimate venue that’s both warm and inviting, offering exceptional personal service and a friendly experience for all. Off the beaten track and away from the bright lights of a major city, the beautiful Breede River Valley is a nature-lover’s paradise.

LOCATION

Situated in the picturesque Breede River Valley, and only an hour’s drive from Cape Town, the Golden Valley is one of the most charming venues in the Western Cape.

MEETING AND EVENT SPACES

Golden Valley has a number of excellent meeting rooms and conference facilities in Worcester for

VENUES AND CAPACITIES intimate events and special occasions. Choose from a versatile space that can accommodate larger functions or a smaller meeting room for more personal business dealings.

ACCOMMODATION

Situated within walking distance of the Golden Valley Casino and restaurants, Golden Valley Lodge provides a peaceful retreat in tastefully appointed rooms, which also offer beautiful views of the surrounding mountains.

CATERING

Golden Valley is home to one of the best restaurants in Worcester. Enjoy a pub lunch at SunBet Sports Bar or treat the family to a home-style meal at Kuipers.

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THE AWARD-WINNING HOTEL VERDE Cape Town Airport – Africa’s Greenest Hotel – offers 100% offset carbon-neutral events and stays in a stylish green building equipped with state-of-the-art technology and all modern conveniences.

Additional facilities include Nuovo Restaurant & Bar, the Renew Treatment Room, a beautiful eco-pool, indoor and outdoor gyms with a running trail, and eco-tours for guests wanting to better understand the green principles, processes and measures being taken to ensure the property’s operations are eco-friendly and continually assessed for improvement.

In 2014, Hotel Verde Cape Town became the first hotel in Africa to automatically provide 100% carbon-neutral accommodation and conferencing for all guests. This is achieved by a combination of its sustainable design and operations, and carbon offsetting.

The building is LEED platinum certified by the US Green Building Council, and has won several awards for its water- and energy-saving technologies. Every element of its design took into account efficiency, sustainability and environmental impact, to ensure the utmost effort is made to achieve their goal of carbon neutrality. The hotel’s operations support these efforts and are also designed to limit carbon emissions.

As a result, every guest stay and/or conference venue use produces a minimal footprint – which is then offset through the responsible purchase of carbon credits through Kariba Redd. Should you

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ACCOMMODATION 145 ROOMS want to add this to official reports and business records, Hotel Verde can issue attendees and guests with an accredited certificate to validate their carbon-neutral stay.

Located a mere 400 m from Cape Town International Airport, Hotel Verde is the perfect place to convene delegates from around the country as well as those travelling in from abroad. Its complimentary shuttle transports guests to and from the airport every 30 minutes (between 04:00 and 00:00), while the bustling city centre is a convenient 15-minute ride away. For an additional fee, the hotel’s shuttle service is also available to take guests to any destination of their choice in and around Cape Town.

Hotel Verde Cape Town’s eight state-of-the-art conferencing and event venues are ideal for meetings, workshops, launches and special events. These can seat between 12 and 120 guests depending on booking and seating arrangements. Packages are tailored to your needs. Starting at R400 per person for half-day events, all packages include free parking on the day, uncapped Wi-Fi, complimentary bottled water, stationery, and a complimentary shuttle from the airport between the aforementioned times.

Choose from 145 tastefully decorated, spacious rooms catering for a range of leisure and business needs. These include 130 standard rooms, eight studio rooms, two universally accessible rooms, four executive rooms and an executive suite. Interleading and convertible twin rooms are available on request for families and groups.

The relaxed Nuovo Restaurant is open from 04:00 to 22:00, serving buffet-style catering and an à la carte menu with ingredients that are locally produced (within a 160 km radius), responsibly sourced and seasonal. All meals are carefully prepared with passion by a dedicated team led by Executive Chef Adrian Schreuder.

The attached bar is open from 11:00 to 01:00 daily, offering a range of quality cocktails, wines and craft beers from local brewers.

TEAM BUILDING

Host your year-end and other events in carbonneutral splendour at Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport. For a wide array of function menus, whether buffet or set menu style (from R300 per person), please contact the reservations department.

LE FRANSCHHOEK HOTEL & SPA is located in the gourmet capital of South Africa. Its distinctly Cape Dutch feel and stunning surrounds offer the most beautiful setting for any occasion.

LOCATION

An easy 80 km drive from Cape Town, the venue is located in picturesque Franschhoek, Western Cape.

Five versatile conference venues come equipped with conferencing equipment, and stunning views of either the towering mountains or gardens.

Le Franschhoek Hotel & Spa offers unmatched accommodation in Franschhoek. The hotel features 79 en-suite rooms which includes the 2 deluxe villas and 16 classic villas, all elegantly furnished and dispersed over the whole estate.

Two on-site restaurants cater specifically for guests’ needs. Breakfast, lunch and fine dining can be enjoyed within a casual atmosphere in our relaxing private venue Le Verger restaurant, set against the exemplary mountain backdrop. The Sauvage restaurant is tailored for the more distinctive taste receptors.

The hotel’s gardens are equipped for any form of outdoor team-building activity and conference venues can be considered as backup venues in case of inclement weather.

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THERE'S A NEW ADDITION to Cape Town’s iconic skyline! Hotel Sky Cape Town is now open at one of the City Bowl’s best addresses, directly across the road from the Cape Town International Conference Centre (CTICC). With 535 beautifully designed rooms and suites, Hotel Sky Cape Town is the ideal destination for both local and international business and leisure travellers.

In addition, two restaurants located on the 25th and 26th floors, a deli, a state-of-the-art fitness centre, two heated cantilevered outdoor pools, and a one-of-a-kind thrill-ride on the rooftop – the Sky-Hi Ride – all make this property an out-of-this-world experience.

Located in Cape Town’s Foreshore precinct, Hotel Sky Cape Town is just 20 minutes from the airport, directly opposite the CTICC, and just two minutes’ drive from the V&A Waterfront along the MyCiTi bus route.

Hotel Sky Cape Town has two intimate boardrooms and a gorgeous, multifunctional event space on its 27th floor.

Hotel Sky Cape Town’s ample accommodation of 535 beautifully designed rooms includes a combination of suites, executive, superior, standard queen and twin rooms, as well as a unique bunk (four-sleeper) configuration. All rooms have double-glazed windows with black-out blinds, air conditioning, charging stations, TVs with device connectivity, high-speed internet access, and a separate shower and toilet. Each room comes complete with comfortable beds with luxurious linen and high-end, locally sourced amenities and complimentary bean-tocup coffee stations on each floor.

Hotel Sky Cape Town is home to two restaurants: Stratus (on the 25th floor), which serves buffet

breakfasts, while Infinity (on the 26th floor) serves delicious lunches and elegant dining in the evenings. The Sky on Long venue (on the 27th floor) offers incredible views of the city, and serves as a multifunctional event space. A true hidden gem!

Hotel Sky Cape Town has partnered with an inspirational team-building company in Cape Town that offers personalised programmes to best suit your desired outcomes.

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SIGHTSEEING, GREAT FOOD , fun, affordable accommodation and convenience are just some of the offerings hidden in the stunning gem that is ATKV Hartenbos – your Garden Route home. With expansive conference facilities and topnotch service and catering, ATKV Hartenbos is the perfect choice for an inspirational conference.

LOCATION

ATKV Hartenbos is situated along the worldfamous Garden Route between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, some 8 km from Mossel Bay and 40 km from George Airport.

With six amazing conference venues, all centrally located, which can accommodate small to medium-sized groups, Hartenbos is the perfect venue for business events.

With our various accommodation options that allow you to pay per unit and not per person, budget-friendly stays by the sea are no longer just a dream, but a reality. In addition to the self-catering units, the resort also has hotel-style accommodation for corporate clients, which is inclusive of breakfast.

Clients are spoilt for choice, with a selection of restaurants, fast food and numerous convenience stores. Most of the units are also equipped with braai facilities for guests who prefer homemade meals.

TEAM BUILDING

Hartenbos represents under the sun – at sea. The resort is equipped with indoor and outdoor facilities for a number of team-building options.