EDITOR'S NOTES
So the Congress has been and gone, likewise the footie, and 2010 will soon be over. I am sure that you remember where you were when the World Cup country was announced. But did you share in all the riches we were promised? Probably not. Do you regret it, wish it had never been? I'll guess a big NO on this one, We are left with wonderful memories, some wizard roads and a magnificent airport. (Oh, yes, and a huge blob in Green Point that we may or may not have to pay for till it falls down!). But SA Inc did a superb job, and that legacy should be our springboard for the future.
I see that already the Brits are talking about hotel prices soaring for the Olympics- in the words of Peter, Paul and Mary-"when will they ever learn?"
And also many thanks to Joy Strydom for dedicating so much time to the Chairpersonship (yuck!) of TICE. A great job, Joy- well done.
See you around
Tim Sale
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ECO TOURISM AWARDS
The 9th Annual Skål International Eco Tourism Awards were announced at the 71st Skål World Congress held in Sydney, Australia, on 8th October 2010.
The purpose of these awards was to highlight best practices in ecotourism around the world, they were also created with the aim of acquainting the world with this new concept that puts emphasis on the importance of the interaction of the physical, cultural and social environment, the traveler's responsibility and the need for active community participation for Ecotourism.
Thirty entries were received this year originating from 19 Countries. South African entries won an amazing two out of the seven categories. The South African winners were:
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!KHWA TTU - SAN CULTURE CENTRE in the category of General Countryside |
| !Khwa ttu, is a San Education and Culture Centre, 70 km north-west of Cape Town and offers the unique experience of being introduced to the world of the descendants of the first indigenous people of southern Africa. |
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STREETSMART SOUTH AFRICA joint winner in the category of City and Villages |
| StreetSmart South Africa is a conduit fundraising initiative that contribute directly towards enabling street children to live a viable life in society. |
Great congratulations are due to !Kwa ttu and Street Smart for winning their categories in the Eco Awards at the Sydney Congress. Competition is tough-well done to both.
From left to right - Karine Coulanges (Director, Communications & P.R. - Sk-Intl), Anne Lamb, Enver Mally and Nik Racic (International.President), receiving the Eco Tourism Award on behalf of !Khwa ttu, Western Cape, South Africa, during the Skål International Opening Ceremony of the 71st Skål World Congress held in Sydney on 8th October.
From left to right - Karine Coulanges, Margi Biggs, Enver Mally and Nik Racic (International.President), receiving the award for the project Streetsmart South Africa |
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BIRTHDAY WISHES TO:
Many happy wishes to:
Nicci Fourie |
02 Nov |
Lina Nel |
02 Nov |
Lindsey Gibaud |
06 Nov |
Laura Jean Mardon |
06 Nov |
Veruschka Nel |
07 Nov |
Jutta Hellmann |
08 Nov |
Stefanie Albers |
10 Nov |
Selwyn Ginsberg |
12 Nov |
Warren Marks |
13 Nov |
Lydia Herselman |
14 Nov |
Vanessa Nucci |
15 Nov |
Lindie Strauss |
18 Nov |
Kirsten van der Hoven |
20 Nov |
Sue van Diggele |
21 Nov |
Gaynor von Loggenburg |
23 Nov |
Gary Geyer |
24 Nov |
Mignon Chater |
27 Nov |
Jenny Diamond |
28 Nov |
Robert Verbruggen |
29 Nov |
Dominic Wardall |
02 Dec |
Natalie Kensley |
03 Dec |
Catherine Biggs |
04 Dec |
Richard Keet |
05 Dec |
Derek Drew |
08 Dec |
Penny Fraser |
10 Dec |
Mark Stoffberg |
11 Dec |
Arlene Pullin |
12 Dec |
Martina Barth |
20 Dec |
Lorna Simone |
26 Dec |
Jytte Ferreira |
28 Dec |
Martin Fourie |
29 Dec |
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OTHER CLUBS
Lunches of other clubs are scheduled as below, so if you are around these locations on due days, do join in.
| Cape Winelands | last Thursday | | Durban | 3rd Thursday | | Garden Route | 3rd Wednesday | | Johannesburg | 3rd Friday | | KZN-Midlands | 3rd Thursday | | Nelson Mandela Bay | 2nd Tuesday | | Pretoria | 3rd Tuesday |
As and when notices are received, these are sent out to you. | |
SKÅL INTERNATIONAL
SkÅl, founded 1934, is a professional organisation of tourism leaders around the world, promoting global tourism and friendship. It is the only international group uniting all branches of the travel and tourism industry.
Its members, the industry's managers and executives, meet at local, national, regional and international levels to discuss and pursue topics of common interest , AND doing business amongst friends. |
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WORLD CONGRESS
Enver has sent out his report-indicating that here in SA we actually do things pretty well, but spend much of our time moaning that we don't!!
SA Contingent Tony Boyle, newly elected Skål International World President
MELBOURNE CLUB
Cape Town is twinned with Melbourne, which as I found out in July, is a very welcoming Club. Our Secretary Anne just attended a lunch that they put on especially for World Congress Delegates, and she met a variety of Skållies from some way out spots. Belonging to an International Organization, and making use of the contacts, is one of the greatest benefits of Skål, and Anne certainly enjoyed herself and was asked by Club President, Ian Murton to propose the Skål Toast. Gifts between the two clubs were also exchanged.
Lamb and Ian Murton,
President of Skal International
Melbourne, Australia receiving gift |
From Left to Right - Yaacov Hartman, National President - Skål Intl. Israel, Peter Rotteveel, President, Skål - Port Vila, Vanuatu; Anne Lamb, Secretary Cpt/Natl.Secy., S.A., Ian Murton, President, Skål Intl. - Melbourne, Australia and Yael Hartman, Galilee, Israel |
The 2011 Congress will be at Turku, Finland and the 2012 Congress will be in Seoul, Korea.
MEETINGS
OCTOBER
We had a very successful lunch at the Taj-a first visit for many of the group. It really is a lovely building, very well transformed into a hotel, while the welcome we received and the menu was well up to the impressive exterior.
Thanks to those who donated prizes - we have on record - Loren Rutherford, Nomad Adventure Tours; Peter Krug, Gingko Spa Management; Lucia Davados, Hout Bay Manor; Carol Bayne, XL Oceanair. Sincere apologies if anyone is left out. Heartfelt thanks for any other prizes received.
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NOVEMBER
We will be in town on November 9th for lunch at the Townhouse Hotel . Menu to be advised. Remember that at this meeting, we draw the lucky person who gets free membership by introducing others. |
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DECEMBER
We were going to have separate Cape Town and Winelands functions, but the teams have got together again, and we will be holding a joint Christmas function as before. This will be lunch at the Mount Nelson on 3 Dec-we haven't been there for yonks, so it will be a very welcome return. Diarize!
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MEMBER NEWS
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Romance has hit the air... Anna-Mart van Wyk tied the knot with Erlank Erasmus on 18 Sept. Congrats and happiness for their future.
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AUCTION
Driven by Carol Bayne, and with huge support from TIR-thanks again Dominic-the auction has been a great success. Heartfelt thanks to all sponsors-you have been wonderful, and hopefully the good vibes you have created will be returned with interest ! Our wonderful sponsors were:
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Rovos Rail item - organised by Joy Strydom of Rovos Rail.
Winning bidder: Laura Parry, Mozambique GSA |
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Somewhere South item 1 - consisting of 2 nights Winchester Mansions Hotel, 1 Night Grande Dedale and lunch at Seidelberg Wine Estate. Organised by Samantha Chatham of Somewhere South, Hospitality marketing solutions. Winning bidder :Therese Botha, Icon Villas. |
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Guvon Hotels item - organised by Brenda Dooge, Sales & marketing Guvon Hotels (and President of SkÅl JNB) 2 nights Kloofzicht Lodge,
Winning bidder - Carol McCarthy, Whitestar Cruise & Travel |
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Somewhere South item 2 - Organised by Samantha Chatham of Somewhere South, Hospitality marketing solutions. 2 nights Belvedere Manor Hotel & 1 night Lalibela Game Lodge |
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Relais Hotels item 1 - organised by Tessa Colussi, Relais Hotels
2 nights Bantry Bay Luxury Suites, 2 nights Simons Town Quayside Hotel,
2 nights Harbour Bridge Hotel, 2 nights Leisure Bay Luxury Hotel.
Winning bidder: AnnaMart Van Wyk, Pearl Valley Golf Estates. |
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Relais Hotels, Airlink & Budget Rent - a Car - thanks to Tessa Colussi, Relais Hotels , Karin Murray, Airlink and Wayne Mee, Budget Rent a Car
Winning bidder: Phil Steel, The Steamtrain Company. |
NEW VENUES
If you have an idea for an interesting venue for lunch or anything else, do please mention it to a Committee Member. We are spreading ourselves around quite nicely, but new venues are always welcome. We now also include Golf Course management as well as restaurateurs involved in the tourist trade-we are pleased to have a couple of the latter now joining us.
MEMBERSHIP 2010
The 2010 Membership cards have been handed out at various functions. There are still a number not collected. Please contact Anne to arrange collection/delivery of your card, if you were unable to attend any recent function. Cards will be available at the November gathering.
MEMBERSHIP 2011
It's that time again, the renewal notice and invoice has gone out. Your prompt attention to payment will be much appreciated.
BRANDING
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The corporate BRANDING sales are going very well-the concept allows members to promote themselves at a low cost while helping to keep general subs down, so its all good. But, to make it successful, sponsors will need your support.
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SKÅL INTL. WORLD CONGRESS
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The 2010 version will be in Sydney, from the 07-12th Oct. We wish all those attending safe travels, have a good time. |
YOUNG SKÅL
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Busy, apparently, and still growing, but on their own mission... position reports remain scarce, even non existent! |
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