An estimated R1bn is expected to flow into KwaZulu-Natal's economy in the upcoming holiday period, with tourism authorities anticipating 250,000 domestic and 60,000 international visitors.
Durban Tourism is projecting 100,000 visitors to flock to its many tourist attractions for the Easter weekend between April 19 and April 22 2019.An estimated R1bn is expected to flow into KwaZulu-Natal's economy in the upcoming holiday period, with tourism authorities anticipating 250,000 domestic and 60,000 international visitors.
"With the school holidays and a mere few weeks separating the Easter weekend, Freedom Day and Labour Day , travellers are responding positively to holidaying in KZN," according to research provided by SA Tourism and shared by Tourism KZN on Wednesday. For the Easter weekend , Durban Tourism is expecting 100,000 visitors to the city to be spending their money on entertainment, holiday accommodation, car rentals and restaurants, among others.
"Going on the rate of bookings we have had for activities and accommodation already, KZN looks set for another bumper season. We're proud to be part of what is a vibrant, creative and important economic sector for this region," said Phindile Makwakwa, acting CEO for Tourism KZN.
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