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Opinion Article Sustainability

Babylonstoren in South Africa as the Pinnacle of Regenerative Tourism - Part Two

In this second half of the interview with Dalené Claassens, Hotel General Manager at Babylonstoren, a rural resort located near Paarl, South Africa within the Cape Winelands vinicultural region, we take a closer look at some of the key onsite features that make this property both a one-of-a-kind destination for any traveler and a world leader in regenerative tourism. Indeed, delivering a truly unforgettable guest experience at this caliber is wholly dependent on all the various agricultural, immersive culinary and wellness programs that are on offer for visitors.

Adam Mogelonsky
By Adam Mogelonsky, Partner, Hotel Mogel Consulting Limited
Franschhoek, South Africa
Opinion Article Sustainability

Babylonstoren in South Africa as the Pinnacle of Regenerative Tourism - Part One| By Adam Mogelonsky

True hospitality is a story of people, the lands they live on, the foods they eat, the activities they do day in, day out, and all the cultural nuances that make life so joyous. Hospitality is also about giving back and stewarding the larger community, leaving the land better off for all stakeholders rather than a merely extractive enterprise catering to only travelers.

Adam Mogelonsky
By Adam Mogelonsky, Partner, Hotel Mogel Consulting Limited
Franschhoek, South Africa
Development Reopening

Leeu Collection takes South African properties to the next level ahead of re-opening

Following the South African government's decision to allow international travel to return to Cape Town International Airport, Leeu Collection (https://leeucollection.com/) is to re-open its Cape Wineland properties (which have been closed since March due to the Covid-19 pandemic) in phases, following some impressive upgrades and renovations, many of which make it easier for guests to socially distance.

Leeu Collection
Franschhoek, South Africa