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52 Englewold Drive, Cnr Oxford Road Saxonwold, 2196

+27 11 486 9000 (Tel)

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+27 71 677 1988 (Emergency)

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XL NEXUS TRAVEL is a 100% black-owned and managed travel agency operating in the Saxonwold, Johannesburg area. Since its opening in 2003, the business has grown in leaps andbounds, and is today one of the leading travel management companies in South Africa.

Our business started off with an initial staff complement of 4 full-time professionals, and has grown since inception to its current complement of over 56 professional and support staff. The business is owner-managed, with the directors being actively involved in the day-to-day management and operations of the business.

The directors have a combined experienced of 43 years in managing and operating a travel agency. Our professional and support staff have a combined experience of in excess of 240 years in servicing clients in the travel and related industry. The staff complement is currently 86% HDI, and 80% women.

We are the largest black-owned and managed travel agency within the XL NEXUS TRAVEL family.We currently service in excess of 150 corporate clients (including multi-national, parastatals and government departments), as well numerous leisure clients. We are the recipients of numerous awards, including being in the top-5 travel agencies.

52 Englewold Drive, Cnr Oxford Road, Saxonwold Johannesburg

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Main representative, representatives.

Position on SAACI Committee

Gauteng Branch Chairperson (Acting)

Company Name & Designation

By Design Africa (Pty) Ltd – Owner

Contact Details

082 922 0470 / [email protected]

Eastern Cape Committee Member

Company Name

Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium

073 334 3158 / [email protected]

Eastern Cape Committee Member, Events

Magnetic Storm

082 906 4198 / [email protected]

Johannesburg Branch Committee Member

Thornleys Events – Events Specialist

076 988 2185 / [email protected]

Travel With Flair – Head of C & E and Inbound Group Travel

082 410 7337 / [email protected]

Peermont Hotels, Casinos and Resorts – National Sales Executive

066 306 0027 / [email protected]

Position on SAACI Branch Committee

Eastern Cape Chairperson, Youth Development, Events

B and E Conference Centre – Director

082 437 7600, 041 404 2431 / [email protected]

With a passion for the events industry and a responsibility towards skills development, Melissa has built her business around the business and education sector that require venues and related services to support their needs. Part owner of three branches throughout the Eastern Cape, Melissa has built her business and grown from strength to strength over her 8 years of being Director. Melissa is extremely passionate about the Business Events Industry and loves sharing experiences and skills in this space. 22 years’ experience in the hospitality industry and 15 years’ experience in the MICE industry, Melissa loves to connect with and meet new people within the industry. Melissa also love to learn from other mentors within this space and will never pass an opportunity to do so.

Position on SAACI Board

Gauteng Branch Chairperson

Nxlevel Consulting – Managing Director

082 929 5241 / [email protected]

Eastern Cape Committee Treasurer, Learning, Stakeholder Management

Scan Display Africa (Pty) LTD – African Business Development Manager

073 236 6618 / [email protected]

I have worked in the MICE Sector for the past 20 years, firstly as an event organiser and now as an Infrastructure provider, Scan has been around for more than 20 years and is a market leader in the Sector. Scan Display has started developing a network across Africa to assist in developing the MICE Sector in Africa and we have representative across more than 15 African Countries. I enjoy travelling and meeting people across Africa. Together we can grow Africa.

Eastern Cape Committee Member, Secretary, Events

Green Room Design & Communication – PR & Marketing Director

071 045 2556 / [email protected]

Eastern Cape Communication / Marketing

Eastern Sun Events – Exhibition & Sponsorship Manager

072 608 1641 (cell), 041 374 5654 (work) / [email protected]

Eastern Cape Community / Membership

Bidvest Car Rental – Business Development Manager

079 5277 619, 041 581 4242 / [email protected]

Western Cape Committee Member

ATKV – Sake (Goudini) – Head of Marketing and Entertainment

076 790 9788 / [email protected]

Cape Town International Convention Centre – National Sales Executive

073 117 8598 / [email protected]

With over 5 years of experience in event co-ordination, sales, design, management, operations and hybrid events, Ernest has been involved in successfully hosting events such as the World Economic Forum on Africa 2019, Ubuntu Awards, and Green Building Convention – to name a few. Ernest currently project manages the CTICC’s Digital Events Offering, and also represents the Africa Chapter on the ICCA Future Leaders Council. He holds Cvent Virtual Events Certification, Events Management Certification from UCT and has completed the New Managers Development Programme at the USB.

Ernest enjoys generating new ideas and devising feasible solutions which produce exceptional experiences. He is driven by an eagerness to grow and develop as captured in his work ethos, ‘There’s no failure, only feedback’. Not only does this guide his approach to his own advancement but motivates him to contribute to the development of his peers. When not on the floor for an event, he enjoys spending time at the piano.

Eastern Cape Vice Chairperson

Overall Events & Communication – Managing Director

082 4641 504 / [email protected]

Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa – Head of Sales & Marketing

074 550 1000 / [email protected]

With over 25 years of experience in the hospitality sector, I have a proven track record in travel and tourism as it is in my blood! I began my journey when I graduated from Granger Bay as the first intake in Hotel Management. I have worked both locally and internationally in a number of properties amongst other, Sun International, NH Hotels as well as privately owned hotels. My experience ranges from hands-on Banqueting to Commercial Manager. Over the years I have built solid, long-term relationships with key stakeholders across all market segments. What drives me is that I am passionate about this industry and believe in collaboration across all associations.

Pure Grit Events and Exhibitions Management – CEO

082 555 1049 / [email protected]

Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) – Senior lecturer & Programme Coordinator AdvDip Event Management

083 482 9276 / [email protected]

Esti Venske is a senior lecturer and programme coordinator for the Advanced Diploma in Event Management in the Department of Tourism and Event Management at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. As curriculum project leader in the department, she is extensively involved in Tourism and Event curriculum development projects that encourage partnership between educators and industry practitioners to advance knowledge and skills alignment in the sector. Her experience in event management education spans over 18 years and she serves on a number of academic and industry committees.

Apart from lecturing and supervising postgraduate students, Esti has standing experience in organising local and international conferences. She has authored and co-authored accredited international academic journal articles, international conference proceedings and book chapters in the field of event management. She is involved with various community engagement projects and her current research focus areas include event management curriculum, business event tourism, sustainability and wellness events.

CSIR ICC – Business Development Manager

079 513 8708 / [email protected]

Minister is a young dynamic individual, passionate about the tourism and business events industry. He holds a BA degree in Corporate and Marketing Communications from the University of the Free State and an Honors degree in Strategic Marketing from the University of the Johannesburg. He is currently under the employ of CSIR International Convention Centre as a Business Development Manager. Given his passion for the meetings industry, Minister is in pursuit of a Masters degree in Communications at the University of North West. His research seeks to understand how the latest communication paradigm, can be used to advance business events in South Africa. He serves on the national board of SAACI as a board member responsible for Youth Development.

Position at SAACI National Office

Chief Executive Officer

082 575 7565 / [email protected]

“Promoting positive community and economic growth in our neighbourhood” is an objective that drives Glenton daily. Glenton had refined his public and private sector strategic management skills during his tenure as MD of Tourism Buffalo City, as CEO of Nelson Mandela Bay and as CEO of the ECPTA. As an Associate Director at KPMG he led the Hospitality, Leisure and Tourism Unit for Africa before moving onto Grant Thornton in a similar position.

His position as Project Manager at the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber ensured that Business embraces its civil society role by driving a holistic approach which enables business within the Metro to work towards long-term sustainability. Glenton’s business management experience cuts across various sectors, such as Tourism Hospitality, Petro-chemical, Mining and all spheres of government. As an active citizen, Glenton acts as an independent advisor to the Nelson Mandela Bay Consultative Christian Churches, The Nelson Mandela Bay Civil Society Coalition, and the Northern Areas Education Forum. He also mentors’ businesses within the ICT and Services Sector. He is the President of the Nelson Mandela University Football Club and is a budding golfer.

Mise-en-place Solutions – Owner

082 652 2008 / [email protected]

Professionalism has been the foundation of each of the roles that have enjoyed, mostly within the tourism sector. My goal is to continually deliver consistent, top quality, friendly and value to the client experience within the business environment.

The Role of SAACI Chairperson weaves into my personal goals as the association works to build on norms and standards. Supporting our members through our stakeholders, educational opportunities and newly formulated professional designations we am to continue to add to the Tourism sector GDP.

Peri Expo – Owner

082 578 5987 / [email protected]

International Congress and Convention Association – Regional Director:  Africa

084 056 5544 / [email protected]

Johannesburg Branch Committee Member – Events Portfolio

Event Synthesis – Event & Wedding Specialist / Safety Officer

060 970 7653 / [email protected]

Johannesburg Branch Committee Member – Treasurer

Multi-Media (Pty) Ltd – Director of Innovation

082 854 2230 / [email protected]

Durban ICC – General Manager: Marketing, Sales and Events

079 692 4604, 031 360 1360 / [email protected]

Irene Vallihu is the General Manager of Marketing, Sales and Events at the multi-award winning Centre, Durban International Convention Centre (Durban ICC). She is a creative, focused, energetic, resilient and customer-focused professional with over 29 years progressive experience in the hospitality industry. Irene has held 6 positions during her 15 year tenure at the Durban ICC. Her management experience includes Marketing, Sales and Events, thus contributing positively to a comprehensive event lead management strategy. Irene is adept in planning and executing aggressive strategies to achieve organizational and departmental goals. She is a results orientated individual with experience in leading high performance teams and successfully increasing efficiency and productivity whilst reducing costs and inefficiencies. Irene also serves as a Trustee of the DUT (Durban University of Technology) Foundation.

Irene’s personal mantra is “I am because you are”.

Chat’r Xperience (Pty) Ltd – Founder & CEO

083 415 2774 / [email protected]

John founded Chat’r Xperience after 15 years as a Founding Director at Magnetic Group and Brand Activations Director at Ogilvy|Brand Activation. He brings his organisational and project management skills, creative conceptualisation, choreography and passion for client satisfaction and years of experience in the eventing and experiential marketing into the online and streaming world. When he’s not working, John spends his time outdoors in his boat or 4×4 and following his passion for photography, and lately he considers himself a bit of a masterchef.

SAACI National Office Membership Services Consultant

071 299 0601 / [email protected]

Alshanthe has previously been employed as a Project Manager for Meetings Africa, Africa’s Travel Indaba, GovTech 2019 and Comrades Marathon Expo. Prior to this she has worked extensively in Convention Centre’s around the country, fulfilling both Sales and Event Coordination roles. Alshanthe is also a proud Top 40 Women in MICE nominee for 2018 and have won the 2017 SAACI National Young Achiever of the Year Award. Her passion for Business Events is evident in all roles undertaken throughout the decade she has spent in the industry, and she is honoured to continue serving and contributing to this legacy.

Eastern Sun Events – Owner

041 374 5654 / [email protected]

Denise owns and runs a conference management company, specialising in medical association conferences. Denise has been involved with SAACI for many years and was Chairperson of the Eastern Cape branch, head of the PCO Chapter and National Chairperson of SAACI. Eastern Sun Events has run successful online conferences during Covid but is looking forward to being host live events again.

Be-Moved – Managing Director

060 993 7542 / [email protected]

With a passion for events, exhibitions and activations, Jaques thrives on elevating a client’s brand through unforgettable experiences. While employed at Gearhouse and Formative he has gained a wealth of knowledge in production, stage design and the technical ‘know how’ of running in person, virtual and hybrid events. He accumulated over 10 years’ experience working on some of the most prestigious local and international conferences and stage productions. Jaques has also served on the SAACI Western Cape Branch prior to being elected to the National Board. Jaques is passionate about the Business Events Industry and eventing runs through his veins with production as his game.

The sought-after Branch of the year award was originally judged on membership growth and retention, but additional criteria was added in 2014.

Branches needs to:

• Grow membership in terms of company representatives
• Advance member category representation
• Grow networking events attendance by members
• Retain existing membership
• Bonus points:
• Board reports submission
• Maintain a fully operational branch committee
• Other Branch activities that supports the SAACI vision

The Young Achiever of the Year Award is an acknowledgement of a minimum of 3 years’ service to SAACI. The individual is between the ages of 25 – 35 years and is motivated, energetic, involved and an active member of the Association. The individual presents an extraordinary view of the value of being a member to the community at large and within the business events industry and has provided a special and positive contribution to the development of SAACI through service on a branch committee.

These awards are presented at branch level during the annual general meeting and is nominated by the committees in each branch. The winners in each region are then eligible for the national award at the national congress.

The Fellowship award is an acknowledgement of a minimum of 10 years’ service to the Association. The individuals noted below have provided a special and positive contribution to the development of SAACI through:

• Service on the SAACI Board either as Board Directors’ or Advisories
• Served as Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson or Treasurer
• Presents an extraordinary view of the value of being a member to the community at large, to government and within the business events industry.

The individual is:

• Role-model and mentor in the industry
• Willing to assist the youth and newcomers to the industry
• An inspiration to colleagues in the industry

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Top 10 Best Travel Agencies in Johannesburg (2023)

If you are looking for the best travel agencies in Johannesburg, we’ve got you covererd.

Looking to swap the city of gold for blue seas and skies? Keen to escape Mzansi for a little while?

We’ve compiled a list of ten great travel agencies in Gauteng. We’ve really focused on some of the lesser-known travel agents around Johannesburg, who still offer great services, have fantastic reviews, and really engage with their followers on social media. Check out the following 10 travel agencies, based in and around Johannesburg, who could make your holiday dreams a reality!

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What is a travel agency and how can they help you?

A travel agent is someone who organizes travel for individuals or groups. They book flights, hotels, and other transportation, and often act as a tour guides. Travel agents typically have a wide knowledge of destinations and can offer advice on what to see and do.

Most travel agents work for a travel agency, but some are self-employed. There are many different types of travel agencies, ranging from small, independent businesses to large, international companies. Some travel agencies specialize in a particular type of travel, such as leisure travel or corporate travel.

The job of a travel agent can be both exciting and challenging. It is important to be organized and efficient in order to provide excellent customer service. Travel agents must be able to deal with last-minute changes and unexpected problems. They also need to be familiar with a wide range of products and services in order to be able to find the best deals for their clients.

The role of a travel agent is changing in the age of the internet. Many people now book their own travel online, using websites such as Expedia or Kayak. However, there are still many people who prefer to use a travel agent, as they can offer personalized service and advice.

The future of the travel agent industry is uncertain, but there will always be a need for experts who can help people plan their dream vacations.

Our list of  Travel Agencies in Johannesburg

Travelleeto.

Travelleeto is a true hidden gem and the agency that we use for our bookings because they get us the best price, simple and plain.

The also make things simple because you can contact them on WhatsApp and not have to go through the expense of having to buy R50-R100 airtime just to be put on hold. I just give them a text and get a response within 15 minutes.

If you are looking for holiday packages and want the best deals from all the tour operators listed below without doing all the searching yourself, definitely give Travelleeto a shout.

They are a travel agency based in Johannesburg that assists with holiday planning. They reason we like them is  because they do all of the queries with tour operators for you and then find you the best price for your holiday package. So instead of paying more when you could have saved elsewhere, they find you the best prices from the tour operators available.

Their aim is to make travel more approachable with innovative offerings and by engaging with you, their client on the platforms you are most comfortable and allowing you to choose exactly what you want for your travel plans. This is includes the option to create travel packages on lay-by where you can pay in installments, and engaging with you wherever you are most comfortable, whether by email, WhatsApp, DM… which ever feels best for you

So whether you want immediate travel arrangements or a planning for a trip months down the line, you can give them your brief and let them do all the leg work to create your perfect getaway.

The company has created a good impression on its Google reviews has an average of 4.8 with professionalism, quality, and value coming up consistently in the comments.

To get in touch with them, drop us an email at [email protected] or a WhatsApp at +27827496478.

Final Rating: 5 out of 5

Thompsons Holidays

Thompsons Holidays has over 40 years of experience in the South African travel industry. They offer basic travel agency services such as accommodation, entertainment, flights, and meals. Their social media accounts are very active with 2.1K posts on Instagram, an average of one post a day on Facebook, and 5.4K tweets on Twitter. Thompsons has a great following on social media numbering at 22.3K Instagram followers, and an impressive 67K Facebook followers, and 3.8K Twitter followers.

Website: https://www.thompsons.co.za

Google Reviews (out of 5): 4.3

Number of Reviews: 105

Best Compliment: “Trip package was organized seamlessly by Xilu..the resort was beautiful, the staff very nice and hospitable” – Lindokuhle Ngcobo (5/5 stars).

Worst Complaint: “I’ve emailed to get quotes for a destination wedding. No one in this company is interested in doing business with you” – Rock88 Moreleta (1/5 stars).

Certification: IATA & ASATA certified.

XL Novo Mundo Travel

With over 50 years of experience in the travel industry under their belt, CL Novo Mundo Travel is definitely worth considering when looking for a travel agency in Johannesburg. Their services include accommodation, car hire, cargo services, corporate travel management, cruises, and flights. Unfortunately, their only social media account, Facebook, has been inactive since 2021. However, they still maintain 7.5K Facebook followers. Even their worst complaint on Google Reviews is an unusual 3/5 stars with the complaint being “great service, although there is sometimes a wait”.

Website: https://www.novomundotravel.com/

Google Reviews (out of 5): 4.7

Number of Reviews: 42

Best Compliment: “Always get the best service from here. Been a loyal customer for over 20 years” – Dominic Ribeiro (5/5 stars).

Worst Complaint: “Great service, although there is sometimes a wait. Celebrating their 50th anniversary today, 15 August.” Alf Chomse (3/5 stars).

XL Nexus Travel

XL Nexus Travel offers a large variety of services including accommodation, corporate travel management, finance reconciliation, flights, foreign exchange, group travel arrangements, parking, trains, Travel insurance, and VIP travel arrangements. XL Nexus is also a member of the Southern African Association for the Conference Industry. No social media accounts could be found for XL Nexus Travel with the exception of 7 videos on YouTube, culminating in a total 22 subscribers.

Website: https://www.nexustravel.co.za/

Google Reviews (out of 5): 4.5

Number of Reviews: 52

Best Compliment: “The Johannesburg office is quite impressive. Beautiful water feature as you enter the reception area. The receptionists are friendly, polite, professional and helpful. The staff are generally pleasant and accommodating of your needs. A generally pleasant experience.” – Prabash Gordon (5/5 stars).

Worst Complaint: “Utterly utterly terrible service. Right from the booking agents to the accounts department.” – Sithembiso Dlomo (1/5 stars).

SMS Travel offers services such as accommodation, flights, travel insurance, and visa applications. Unfortunately, their social media accounts are unavailable. Although they have an absolutely remarkable 5 stars out of 110 reviews on Google, a lot of these reviews are suspiciously identical. More than 90 of their reviews are the same comment by people who have only left that one review, which is definitely something to be concerned about when evaluating this Johannesburg travel agency.

Website: https://smstravel29info.wixsite.com/coza

Google Reviews (out of 5): 5

Number of Reviews: 110

Best Compliment: “Really good service and I learned many things things about Air tickets and traveling. Thank you SMS TRAVEL” – Next Time 303 (5/5 stars).

Certification: Unavailable.

Sure Ibex Travel

Sure Ibex Travel has a wide service offering with services such as accommodation, activities, car hire, flights, meals, tours, transfers, transportation, and visa applications. Their social media accounts vary in activity with an average of three posts a day on Facebook, and nine tweets in total. However, their following is low with only seven followers on Facebook and one follower on Twitter. A great positive for Sure Ibex is that they only have positive 5-star reviews from their 27 reviews on Google. A bit of a negative for Sure Ibex is that they don’t provide any information on their certifications such as ASATA and IATA.

Website: https://ibextravels.co.za/

Number of Reviews: 27

Best Compliment: “Got my whole trip sorted out without any hassle. They handeled all the visa applications, flight tickets and accommodation and were available to help literally at anytime i have called them” – Shafin Noor (5/5 stars).

Gateway Travel & Tours

Gateway Travel & Tours offers the basic services required to meet your needs including accommodation, flights, transfers, transportation, and travel insurance. Their social media is fairly active with an average of 3 posts a week on Facebook resulting in 2.3K followers. Concerningly, Gateway Travel hasn’t made their certification available on their website.

Website: https://www.gatewaytours.co.za/

Google Reviews (out of 5): 4.6

Number of Reviews: 8

Best Compliment: “Best tour and travel agency” – GARIS SATV CHANNEL (5/5 stars).

Harvey World Travel

Harvey World Travel boasts services such as accommodation, corporate travel management, cruises, flights, meals, safaris, and transfers. An average of 1 post a day on Facebook, and 1.3K tweets on Twitter lead to a massive social media following of 118.5K followers on Facebook, and 1.2K followers on Twitter. With 4.9 stars out of 19 Google Reviews and no complaints to speak of, you can rest assured that Harvey World Travel provides a fantastic service to their Johannesburg clients. Information on their IATA certification is not available, however, they are ASATA certified.

Website: https://www.harveyworld.co.za/

Google Reviews (out of 5): 4.9

Number of Reviews: 19

Best Compliment: “Fast, efficient and friendly service always” – Ahmad Desai (5/5 stars).

Certification: ASATA certified.

WOLO Travel

Your basic travel needs are covered by WOLO Travel which offers accommodation, activities, flights, meals, tours, transfers, and working holidays. Their social media presence is great with 463 posts on Instagram, an average of 2 posts a day on Facebook, and 52 tweets on Twitter. It’s therefore, unsurprising that WOLO Travel has accrued 9.8K followers on Instagram, 22K followers on Facebook, and 39 followers on Twitter. It is recommended that you ask for their certification details before using their services, as no information on IATA or ASATA is available on their website.

Website: https://wolotravel.co.za/

Number of Reviews: 18

Best Compliment: “WOLO Travel was a pleasure to work with it. Samantha was a gem of agent to communicate with, she took her time to plan the best trip possible. Her efforts are so greatly appreciated. I look forward to the next trip with WOLO.” – Daniela Baltasar (5/5 stars).

Worst Complaint: “Unfortunately for me, after numerous calls and emails to Sibigonile, still no quotes for family.  We are supposed to be going as a family, booked my daughter without family quote or booking as family.   Very disappointed with this agent/agency.” – Sharmaine De Silva (2/5 stars).

MJF Travel & Tours

MJF Travel & Tours offers the most services on this list of Johannesburg travel agencies, including services such as accommodation, car hire, cargo services, corporate travel management, documentation, flights, foreign exchange, group packages, international driver’s licenses, travel insurance, and visa applications. An average of 1 post a day on Facebook, 805 tweets on Twitter has resulted in 2.5K followers on Facebook, and 556 followers on Twitter.

Website: https://www.mjftravel.com/

Best Compliment: “Excellent services. Friendly people. I always leave with a smile.” – Gbenga Akintade (5/5 stars).

One Stop Travel & Tours

One Stop Travel & Tours offer some unique services on this list, notably their Umrah pilgrimage packages. Other services include accommodation, car hire, conferencing, cruises, flights, foreign exchange, tours, transfers, travel insurance, Umrah pilgrimage, and visa applications. One Stop has a massive social media following, and this is mainly due to their consistent activity: 2.6K posts on Instagram, an average of 4 posts a day on Facebook, and 1,2K tweets on Twitter. This results in a fantastic following of 28.8K followers on Instagram, 69.7K followers on Facebook, and 705 followers on Twitter.

Website: https://onestoptours.co.za/

Google Reviews (out of 5): 3.7

Best Compliment: “We book a maldives holiday with One Stop 2 weeks ago.Great Service from One Stop Fordsburg. Ameena Hafejee was very efficient and professional. THANK U ONE STOP FOR A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE.” – Dawood Mots (5/5 stars).

Worst Complaint: “Just tried calling and put on hold over and over by Kim . She could not help . Poor service” – Shivana Maharaj (1/5 stars).

What are Travel Agent Consortiums?

A travel agent consortium is a group of travel agents that have banded together to form a collective group. The group is usually formed to get better prices for their clients or to offer exclusive deals. The consortium may also negotiate with suppliers on behalf of the group to get better terms. The day-to-day operations of the branch are managed by a franchisee, which is known as owner managed operations. Procurement is centralised and handled by the head office, which allows the group to leverage better packages for all their branches.

Travel agents consortiums often have loyalty programs for their end clients, which give them the best deals available with their partners and suppliers. Consortiums also offer benefits such as software, portal and dashboards which allows for their branches to better manage their client’s needs. On top of this, many consortiums offer additional training for their agents as well as marketing and website templates to ensure that the end users’ experience is as seamless as possible.

Examples of travel consortiums rthat we’ve listed before are Flight centre, Pentravel , XL Travel (such as Nova Mundo and Nexus, both listed above), and Sure travel (such as Ibex Travel, listed above). All of which can be found around South Africa and in Johannesburg. Travel consortiums are usually the larger, more reputable, brand names that most South Africans are familiar with such as Flight Centre. The advantage of this is that their track record is well known and their services are clearly defined. The disadvantage is that their services might not have the personal touch that a smaller, younger brand might be able to offer.

Difference between travel agents & tour operators

Travel agents and tour operators are both professionals who can help you with your travel needs. But how exactly do they differ? Here’s a quick rundown.

Travel agents are individuals or businesses that work with a variety of companies to offer transportation, accommodation, and other services to customers. They work with both individual travellers and large groups of people, usually taking care of all the details for their clients.

Tour operators are professionals who specialize in organizing group tours. They handle everything from finding and booking hotels to arranging transportation and excursions for their clients. If you’re planning a trip with a large group of friends or family members, tour operators are probably the best option for you.

A travel agent is someone who sells tickets or makes reservations for transportation, accommodations, tours, or packages for travellers. They may also assist with booking cruises or other planned events such as weddings or business conferences and conventions. Travel agents are usually associated with airlines and hotels because those are the types of businesses they work with most often; however, there are some companies that specialize in helping people book cruise lines or private jets for business executives who need to get somewhere fast but don’t have time for commercial flights (such as CEOs).

Tour operators typically arrange flights, hotels, and transfers for their customers, but they also take care of activities at each destination (e.g., guided tours). They’re often more expensive than travel agents because they have more overhead costs associated with running an entire operation instead of just booking individual flights and hotels for clients.

Pros and Cons of Travel Agencies and Tour Operators

The world of travel has never been more diverse, and that’s a good thing. It means we have more options than ever before to find the perfect vacation for our needs. But with so many options, how do you know which one is right for you?

That’s where travel agents and tour operators come in. While both offer great services, they are very different from one another. So, what are the pros and cons of each? Let’s take a look!

Travel Agents

Pros : Travel agents provide you with personalized advice, recommendations on itinerary planning, and customized itineraries based on your budget and interests. They can also help book flights and hotels, arrange tours, make restaurant reservations, and more. They’re there to help you make sure all of your details are taken care of so that all you need to worry about is having fun on your trip!

Cons : Travel agents don’t typically work directly with tour operators; they work with them through wholesalers or distributors who sell their products at wholesale prices to travel agents at a discount—so while they may be able to help you find what you’re looking for at an affordable price

Tour Operators

Pros : The big pro of using a tour operator is that they provide you with a tour guide, which can save you money on the ground. They also offer opportunities to see places that are hard to reach without your own vehicle. And for those who don’t like to plan their itineraries, it is a great way to go on an adventure without any planning at all.

Cons : On the other hand, tour operators have some serious cons as well. One downside is that they are more expensive than just booking your trip through a website or app on your own. Another downside is that it’s difficult to customize your trip with them because you are limited by what they offer in their packages and tours. And finally, for travellers who want more freedom and flexibility in their trips, tour operators may not be the best option because they dictate what you do each day of your trip.

How to select the best travel agent for your needs?

When planning a trip, it is important to select a travel agent that can provide the best possible service for your specific needs. There are a few key factors to consider when making your selection.

First, you need to decide what type of trip you are taking. Are you planning a leisurely vacation or an action-packed adventure? This will help you narrow down the type of travel agent you are looking for. There are agents that specialize in specific types of travel, so finding one that matches your trip goals is a good place to start. It is also important to consider where and when you want to travel, as some travel agents have more expertise and better deals in specific locations, such as XL Nova Mundo Travel (listed below), who offer Portuguese visa application services, and clearly have significant experience in travel to Portugal.

Next, you need to consider your budget. How much are you willing to spend on your trip? Travel agents can work with any budget, but some may be better equipped to work with yours than others. Be sure to discuss your budget upfront so that there are no surprises later on.

Finally, you need to consider your travel style. Are you the type of traveller that likes to be spontaneous or do you prefer to plan every detail in advance? There are travel agents that cater to both styles, so be sure to let them know what you are looking for.

If you keep these factors in mind, you should be able to find a travel agent that is a good match for your needs. Once you have found a few agents that you are interested in, be sure to interview them to get a better sense of their services and what they can do for you. To save you time and trouble, we’ve curated a list of 10 travel agencies in Johannesburg below. We’ve focused on travel agencies that have unique service offerings, a personal touch, and fantastic reviews from around Johannesburg and Gauteng.

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Travel, Recreation, and Leisure Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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