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Events spark tourism boom

As Kenton-on-Sea consolidates its identity as an events hub, its business and tourism leadership remains concerned about moves to rename the neighbouring towns of Port Alfred and Alexandria. Marketing the destination and its ethos stood…

From survival to self-sufficiency

Imagine having to live on R1,200-R1,300 per month – that is the average income per four-person household in Port Alfred’s poorest communities, according to NGO Sunshine Life Centre statistics. It is in the light of these jaw-dropping…

Port Alfred shines in TV segment

“We’re excited that the rest of the country gets to see what we already know: that we live in one of the best towns in South Africa.” Sunshine Coast Tourism head Wouter Hensens spoke to Talk of the Town after Port Alfred was announced the…

Tourism reflects on bumper season

Fine weather, an efficient and responsive municipality, new offerings from local businesses and neighbouring towns abuzz with live events made for an exceptionally good 2024/25 tourism season. A survey conducted by Sunshine Coast Tourism…

Was 2024-2025 our best tourism season yet?

WOUTER HENSENS The 2024-2025 tourism season on the Sunshine Coast has been nothing short of remarkable, possibly our best yet. As we reflect on the past months, it’s clear that our collective efforts have paid off, setting a new standard…

Kowie River Swim – 28 December 2023

Come enjoy a day of fun – Grab your tickets or come and enter – Registration is at Halyards Hotel. Tickets are on sale at Sports ‘n All, Sunshine Coast Spar, Pick ‘n Pay and Tash’s Craft Bar. For more info contact Pierre 072 914 9791

Kowie River Festival – 28 December 2023

Come and enjoy a day of fun and festivities in the Heart of the Sunshine Coast! Get your tickets today.

REFLECTING SPLENDOUR: Sunshine Coast Tourism Port Alfred is calling for individuals and businesses to submit their best photos of what the area has to showcase on the Sunshine Coast Tourism Facebook page. The pictures will be used matched with 67 of Nelson Mandela’s quotes on Mandela Day, July 18, to the promote tourism sector Picture: BRETT SMITH

A call to promote local tourism on Mandela Day

Sunshine Coast Tourism Port Alfred (SCT) is calling on individuals and businesses to promote local tourism on Mandela Day, July 18, by submitting their best photos on what the area has to showcase. The idea is the brainchild of tourism…