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Greetings to the Namibia Tourism Expo 2009 Partnership is a must As Minister of Environment and Tourism, it gives me great pleasure to welcome the Namibia Tourism Expo 2009. This event is widely considered as the most important event on the Namibian tourism calendar. It is therefore not surprising that since its inception in 1999, the Expo has gone from strength to strength, and the amazing growth that we all witness here over the next few days is testament to the commitment that the various partners and stakeholders have made towards growing this sector. In particular I would like to single out Democratic Media Holdings who have initiated and organised the Expo. I want to commend them for their dedication over the past ten years to contribute to this country’s tourism industry. Namibia Tourism Expo 2009 is significant, since as a country we are preparing to strategically position ourselves for the FIFA World Cup and the All African Nations Cup to take place in 2010 in South Africa and Angola respectively, it thus provides the opportunity for networking and a platform for creating more awareness of tourism amongst Namibians. This Expo is not only an event for players in the tourism industry, but it also seeks to create awareness amongst Namibians on the importance of tourism. This is important, as tourism must play an everincreasing role in rural development, poverty alleviation and general contribution to the economic growth and development of Namibia. In the face of the current world financial crisis, the tourism sector in Namibia offers a ray of hope. I would like to point out that the Expo provides an excellent opportunity for developing partnerships and effective networks. A partnership between the government, private sector and the community is a must. We need to work together and support each other. Special attention has to be given to emerging tourism entrepreneurs. Namibia’s tourism industry must be competitive in the world, I therefore hope that during the next few days of the Expo we will take time to know each other, share ideas and build effective partnership to take our sector to even greater heights. Hon. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, Minister of Environment and Tourism Fascinating aisles are beckoning Yes, it is tourism expo time again! This is the 11th Namibian Tourism Expo, the first having been in 1999. Over these years, the Expo has grown into a highlight on the Namibian calendar. For Namibia, it has evolved into a trade fair which does not only attract tourism stakeholders, but the wider Namibian public, because it has grown in diversity and magnitude. Potential clients, interested parties, suppliers, agents and tourism providers mingle, negotiate, inform and network during this event. Anybody, with a love for Namibia, will be entertained and intrigued with all the different products and services on display at the tourism Expo. To me, the Expo is a representation of the development and evolution of the Namibian tourism industry – every year new partners enter the stage, products are improved, changed and diversified, services are adapted, new unique selling points created – and most of these can then be viewed at the Expo, our tourism focal point. As someone, who has been in tourism for many years, it remains fascinating to walk through the aisles and absorb all the new developments, the vibe, the enthusiasm and the true Namibian hospitality. It makes one proud to be part of one of the most dynamic sectors of development in Namibia. Up to now, the global recession has only had a relatively small impact on Namibian tourism, while our neighbouring countries have experienced a substantial drop in business. Over the last few years, Namibia has become an increasingly popular long-haul holiday destination and it is vital for Namibia to maintain this momentum. We cannot allow ourselves to stagnate. The Namibian Tourism Expo plays a vital part in promoting Namibia as a tourist destination. International media representatives and an increasing number of international tour operators and agents visit the Expo, which is testimony to the growing importance of our tourism trade fair. In conclusion, the Namibian Tourism Expo can be compared in quality and professionalism, to any of the other regional and international tourism trade fairs, obviously not as big, but the event is a perfect showcase of what Namibia is capable of. Congratulations to Democratic Media Holdings, the event organisers, and Glenda Manthe-Grobler and her team, who coordinate the expo every year – you have done a remarkable job once again. Herewith a warm “Thank you” for your efforts from the Tour and Safari Association (TASA) of Namibia. Nathaly Ahrens, Executive Director of TASA (Tour and Safari Association of Namibia) Tourism is Everyone´s Business The entire Namibian Tourism Industry under one roof! - That is the aim of the annual Tourism Expo held in Windhoek in May each year, - and this year, the 11th Tourism Expo promises to be the „Best Show“ ever, - a true reflection of the status and value of the Namibian Tourism Industry, being one of the pillars of the Namibian economy. HAN is very proud to be associated with this exciting annual event, having been involved at various levels in staging this colourful showcase of the tourism sector since its very beginning. This year, a particular emphasis at the Tourism Expo will be the promotion of tourism products and services for the domestic market, - thereby initiating more interest among Namibians in their own country‘s tourism attractions & services, and making these more accessible and affordable to our own people. The Hospitality Association of Namibia is convinced this will contribute to more and more people becoming aware of the value and status of this important sector of the Namibian economy, who will realise, that „Tourism is Everyone‘s Business“, in which every single citizen has a role to play in developing Namibia as an attractive, unique, friendly, safe and comfortable tourism destination, for everyone, local and international citizens alike. HAN‘s contribution to this endeavour will 2 be the official launch of the HAN Tourism Awareness Manual, which over the next months and years will be taken to high schools throughout Namibia willing to expose their pupils to the basics of tourism, - and a brief insight into career opportunities in this spectacular industry. The 15 selected high school pupils of the City of Windhoek‘s „Teens in Tourism“ initiative will be the first to be exposed to the HAN Tourism Awareness Manual. More information will be made available at the Tourism Expo and HAN wishes to invite all Namibians to visit the Tourism Expo 2009 for a colourful exhibition of this exciting sector! Expo is short for excitement Fenata, the umbrella association representing the private sector of the tourism industry, is a proud member of the Namibia Tourism Expo Steering Committee. We welcome all to our exciting annual tourism event! Tourism is on display once again at our Annual Namibia Tourism Expo and we have much to show! Our industry offers top quality tour operators, activities, accommodation facilities and a range of products for all budgets. Our main product on show: our beautiful country, Namibia! It is a winning product. With over 350 exhibitors and more than 15,000 people expected to enjoy the event this year, it is a grand testimony to the strength of the tourism industry in Namibia. Tourism arrivals to Namibia slightly decreased in 2008 compared to 2007’s high of 928,800. Some decreases are expected for 2009, due to the global economic crisis. In response to this, our tourism industry private sector is strengthening its position through more and innovative marketing, staff training programs for increased service delivery, and even greater efficiency in operations. At Fenata, we don’t look down in challenging times; we look ahead and take it on! The Namibia Tourism Expo is happening at the right time to show our domestic tourists, regional tourists, outbound operators and visiting travel journalists that Namibia has a comparative advantage because of our unique niche products. Discount travel deals for domestic tourists are featured this year by the Namibia Tourism Board (NTB). Make sure you check out the Chef’s Theatre during the Expo to enjoy celebrity chefs as they create mouth-watering meals and have fun competitions with delicious food. Fenata will close out the Expo once again with our Annual Fund-Raising Dinner to be held at the Windhoek Country Club and Resort, May 30, 2009, 19:00 for 19:30. Please come to the Fenata stand in the President’s Hall on the Expo Show Grounds for ticket information. June 2009 Gitta Paetzhold, CEO of HAN Jacky Asheeke, CEO of FENATA Fresh ideas for mutual benefit Exactly eleven years ago the windows of the Namibian Tourism industry opened its doors in Windhoek, the heart and pulse of this country with its wide open spaces. Yes, one can hardly believe it’s going to be the eleventh annual Namibian Tourism Expo which takes place from 27 May- 30 May 2009, organised by Republikein with support from the many varied tourism organisations in the country. Although there are many tourism related businesses such as travel agents, lodges, hotels, restaurants, tour and safari operators, activity operators and new entrants such as tourism related SME’s, all of them have one goal in common and it is to showcase their products and to view new developments in the tourism industry. This year a fully fledged motor vehicle show under the banner of Bank Windhoek- Republikein Motor Show is not to be missed. The Namibian Tourism Expo has grown tremendously in terms of exhibitions and visitor numbers, recording with a mere 5541 visitors in 2003 to a staggering 15301 visitors in 2008. The value of the Expo goes further than to provide a forum for tourism and its suppliers to market new and existing products and services, directly to the consumer and to the travel trade, both locally and internationally. It takes a lead in general public awareness of the importance of tourism and also encourages stakeholders in the industry to network and communicate with each other. The Namibia Tourism Board continues to support the organisers and invites international travel agents, guests and members of the media to the expo showing commitment towards their mandate of marketing the tourism industry locally and internationally. The true spirit of tourism in Namibia lies with its inhabitants and the land that they share with others to create a unique tourism product which draws repeating visitors every year. The Namibia Tourism Board remains committed to work with the industry, but the challenge is that such approach should be all embracing, including our partners in National, Regional and Local Government, as well as all groupings in the country, be it SME’s owned by the Previously Disadvantaged Namibians to reflect our diverse nation or those who have been in the industry for a long time. The NTB therefore believes that it is right that all stakeholders, regardless how insignificant some may be considered, lead the way. This is their industry and injecting fresh ideas to activities of the Expo will only result in mutual benefit for everyone involved. The Namibia Tourism Expo is a showcase in terms of what the country has to offer, the NTB has therefore embarked on a domestic tourism campaign, especially with Fifa World Cup 2010 around the corner; at this prestigious event on Namibia’s tourism calendar, Namibians can find out about affordable holidays in their own country. The 2009 Expo promises to be the biggest ever Tourism Showcase. Many Namibians will be spurred to explore their own country. Digu Naobeb, CEO of NTB
Republikein, the sister newspaper of Allgemeine Zeitung is once more hosting the annual Namibia Tourism Expo. This will be the eleventh time the expo takes place. The Expo will be on from 27 May to 30 May 2009. While organising this prestigious event on the Namibian social calendar, Republikein gets wonderful support from all Namibian tourism organisations. In addition, the Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) works closely with the organisers by inviting international travel agents, guests and members of the media to the Expo. Networking opportunities are the backbone of the event. Since its inception in 1999, the Namibia Tourism Expo has consistently grown and has earned a superb reputation for offering the only centralised marketing platform for Namibia’s hospitality industry. Apart from presenting a highly effective showcase for exhibitors active in tourism, the organisers have revitalized the exhibition year after year by expanding the showcase. The Expo hosts exhibits by local, regional and international establishments and also features interactive chefs’ demonstrations, arts & crafts exhibitions, food, beer and wine tasting and a host of other fun activities to attract travel enthusiasts, foodies, friends of tourism and the general public alike. A fully fledged motor vehicle show, complete with motoring accessories, is hosted under the banner of the Bank Windhoek - Republikein Motor Show. Eleven years of Namibia Tourism Expo Tour & safari operators, travel agents, lodges, hotels, restaurants, tourism-related SME’s, all Namibia’s major tourism support bodies and suppliers to the industry flock to the event to AfriSerenity African Day Spa is the ultimate fusion of tradition and modernity, marrying the wisdom of the ancients with the savvy of contemporary Innovation. Let us revitalize you with time-honored African rituals and relaxation secrets, passed down through generations of caregivers. 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The Namibia Tourism Expo has enjoyed a steady increase of visitors each year. In recent 3 June 2009 By Estelle de Bruyn years the Expo has seen an even more marked growth. In 2003, 5 541 people visited the Expo; in 2004 it grew to 7 100; in 2005 the figure was up to 9 373; in 2006, 10 150 visitors entered through the gates; in 2007 visitors’ numbers had swollen to 13 388 and last year a new record was set with 15 301 visitors. This represented a growth of 14% on 2007 attendance.: According to the chief organiser of the Tourism Expo, Ms. Glenda Manthe-Grobler, the organisers embrace the challenges of 2009 and will stay ahead of the game by introducing fresh elements and including innovative ideas to attract an ever changing market. “The Namibia Tourism Expo aims to provide a forum for the tourism industry and its suppliers to market new and existing products and services directly to the consumer and to the travel trade, both locally and internationally; create a public awareness of the importance of tourism and foster a sense of pride for our country amongst Namibians and encourage stakeholders in the industry to network and communicate with each other for the benefit of the tourism trade at large,” Ms. Manthe-Grobler said. The Namibia Tourism Expo attracts visitors who are actively seeking information about the various industry suppliers, new products and recent developments in tourism. 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