Industry news & updates
HTA becomes the information bridge: what DEDECT is doing, what the municipality is planning, what funding exists and what compliance changes are coming.
Funding readiness: documents to have on hand
Funding windows are often short. Keep these documents ready so you can apply as soon as one opens.
Five ways to work with neighbouring tourism businesses
Many Harties businesses operate in silos. Five simple ways to turn the operator next door into a partner.
How to report a road, signage or service problem
Potholes, broken street lights and missing tourism signs all affect visitors. How to report them so they get logged, and when to involve HTA.
Getting ready for the summer season in Harties
School holidays and long weekends bring the busiest months of the year. Practical steps to get your business ready, and how HTA members can help each other.
Fire safety and occupancy: what venues need on file
Wedding venues, conference centres and restaurants are inspected on fire safety and occupancy. What to keep up to date before the busy season.
How to prepare a strong application for tourism support
Support programmes are competitive. What reviewers look for, and how to present your business clearly.
POPIA checklist for guest houses and lodges
Guest registers, booking forms and marketing lists all hold personal information. A short checklist to keep your establishment on the right side of POPIA.
Preparing for your grading assessment: a practical guide
Whether it is your first grading or a renewal, a short checklist to help the assessment go smoothly.
Funding window opens for tourism SMMEs
A new funding window is open to qualifying small tourism enterprises. Applications close at the end of the quarter.
Grading criteria updated for guest houses
Revised criteria come into effect for the next assessment cycle. Existing graded properties are unaffected until renewal.
Municipal notice: roadworks on the R511
Planned roadworks will affect access routes to several attractions. Operators should plan guest arrivals accordingly.
DEDECT announces new tourism support programme
The Department has opened applications for a support programme aimed at small tourism operators in the North West.
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