UK & Ireland
Market Expert
Orbital Communications - Simon Beck
'The travel industry really appreciates events that are local, focussed and fun. Operators and agents are grateful to have an Africa travel event closer than London and enjoy having more time to speak to a variety of products from across Africa. Hands down, 2019 was our best UK event to date.'
Roadshow Format
2020 - Online presentations and focused meetings
2020
Our events with the trade in the UK and Ireland this year have given us a lot of insight on the current status of the market. Tourism globally has had a tough journey this year however in the UK and Ireland the operators and agents have been particularly hard-hit inspite of the furlough scheme assisting over the past few months.
We are encouraged by the wonderful feedback from the buyers regarding the presentations and the valuable mix of our suppliers. These buyers appreciated that they could be entertained and inspired to keep selling Africa.
Buyer Feedback for #AfricaShowcaseOnline
‘I felt it was the best run virtual event I had been on, really enjoyed it. As always, I have met some great people and this app is the best I have used for an online event. And all the technology worked seamlessly.’
Mark Bratt Travel
‘Thanks to Africa Showcase and all of the suppliers for taking us on a journey today with all your incredible products. Gosh miss it so much and can’t wait to get back travelling again!’
followme2Africa
‘Great presentations, so much to look forward to!’
Travel Matters
‘It was a fantastic event and so great to see the presentations. Congratulations to you all for putting it together! I want to be there now :)’
Platinum Travel
'An excellent and informative collection. Can’t wait to get back to Africa and start selling to our customers.’
Bond Travel
2019
We understand that our clients want relevant buyers, who are actively selling Africa – specialists who can significantly grow your business from the UK and Ireland.
Our roadshow delivers over 120 key buyers, across 3 cities. Exposure to this calibre and quantity of trade is not possible on sales trips, and you build a real database of contacts for your follow ups.
At the same time, we keep it personalised, intimate and sophisticated – in line with the 4 and 5 star products and buyers who participate on this roadshow.
Gold Restaurant - South Africa
Zimbabwe Tourism Authority - Zimbabwe
