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Who says Christmas lunch has to be all about the roast? Swop the marathon of meats for roots and go big on flavour with a plant-based spread that’s every bit as indulgent, flavourful, colourful and festive.
Wayne Blake, Group Food & Beverage Manager at ANEW Hotels & Resorts teamed up with vegan colleague Jed Barendse, Junior Content Creator, to create a show-stopping Christmas menu that serves six and is every bit as festive.
Who says Christmas lunch has to be all about the roast? Swop the marathon of meats for roots and go big on flavour with a plant-based spread that’s every bit as indulgent, flavourful, colourful and festive.
Wayne Blake, Group Food & Beverage Manager at ANEW Hotels & Resorts teamed up with vegan colleague Jed Barendse, Junior Content Creator, to create a show-stopping Christmas menu that serves six and is every bit as festive.
Who says Christmas lunch has to be all about the roast? Swop the marathon of meats for roots and go big on flavour with a plant-based spread that’s every bit as indulgent, flavourful, colourful and festive.
Wayne Blake, Group Food & Beverage Manager at ANEW Hotels & Resorts teamed up with vegan colleague Jed Barendse, Junior Content Creator, to create a show-stopping Christmas menu that serves six and is every bit as festive.
Remember when travel meant bulky checked luggage, three pairs of shoes and “just in case” outfits? Well, those days are over.
Thought weddings had fallen into a predictable pattern? Think again. 2025 is here to shake things up and flip the script! According to Nicola Woodgate, Weddings Executive at ANEW Hotels & Resorts, this wedding season is full of surprises.
Nicola dives into the latest wedding trends, sharing what’s new, fading fast or about to take over the aisle.
No braai is complete without a spoonful of Sheba. This rich, tomato-and-onion relish – once made with just a few simple ingredients over open flames – has become a favourite braai staple to add depth and flavour to pap, grilled meats and vetkoek.
Looking for a fun, healthy and easy activity to keep the kids entertained during the holidays? Wayne Blake, Cluster General Manager at ANEW Hotels & Resorts, shares his top five no-bake treats that are kid-approved and easy to make.
Wayne’s top holiday survival tip: “Don’t overthink it. The best snacks are the ones that get eaten! Keep it hands-on, a little messy and make them part of the process. Once done, you might even get five minutes of peace while they snack.”
ANEW Hotels & Resorts is expanding its culinary line-up with the introduction of Halaal-certified meals, available at all ANEW properties. This culinary addition is part of the group’s focus on inclusive hospitality and catering for diverse dietary preferences. Guests can now enjoy a refreshed menu with a wide range of Halaal options that include Butter…
Who says Christmas lunch has to be all about the roast? Swop the marathon of meats for roots and go big on flavour with a plant-based spread that’s every bit as indulgent, flavourful, colourful and festive.
Wayne Blake, Group Food & Beverage Manager at ANEW Hotels & Resorts teamed up with vegan colleague Jed Barendse, Junior Content Creator, to create a show-stopping Christmas menu that serves six and is every bit as festive.
HILTON ARTS FESTIVAL 2025 … GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY It’s that time of the year again…Booking is Open for the annual Hilton Arts Festival taking place at Hilton College, just outside Pietermaritzburg, from 8-10 August 2025. The Hilton Festival, now in its 32nd year, is one of South Africa’s leading festivals and the largest festival…
In a strategic move that was initially unveiled in March 2023, ANEW Hotels & Resorts, a pioneering hotel asset management company in South Africa, proudly confirms the official inclusion of ANEW Resort White River Mbombela into its esteemed portfolio. The group continues its expansion journey with the addition of this impressive property. This significant step…
Wake up to a gorgeous view near the Kruger National Park Close on the heels of announcing the 16th property in its portfolio, ANEW Hotels & Resorts is thrilled to announce that as of 1 May 2023, the group will be welcoming guests to its 17th property, ANEW Resort Hazyview Kruger Park. Says Alan Campbell,…
Key Takeaways Ozwane “Oz” Mahlangu started as a domestic worker and only matriculated at 38. She worked her way up through cleaner, waiter, receptionist, reservations manager and assistant manager before becoming a GM. Mentorship from employers and colleagues opened doors at every stage of her 29-year hospitality career. She joined ANEW in 2017 and credits…
ANEW Hotel group pays homage to its heritage through bespoke cocktails ANEW Hotels & Resorts is celebrating the heritage of its properties through bespoke cocktails created to match each property’s unique offering. All year round, ANEW invites the public and their guests to immerse themselves in their immediate environment and visit their closest hotel to…
Festive season figures bode well for hospitality growth. Hoteliers have confirmed the positive results highlighted for the festive season – especially in the Western Cape – noting that it bodes well for further growth and recovery in the province this year. Data from the South African Hotel Review, compiled by benchmarking company, STR – which…
Rebecca Nagel, a paraplegic CrossFit athlete from Margate in KwaZulu-Natal, went against all odds as she embarked to be the first South African paraplegic athlete to do a 21km (half-marathon) trail run. This remarkable achievement occurred earlier this year at ANEW Resort Ingeli Forest in Kokstad, and is the subject of a documentary, Unstoppable: The…
Key Takeaways Five women in senior sales, marketing, revenue and reservations roles sit behind much of ANEW’s growth. Mentorship and stepping outside your comfort zone are repeatedly named as the biggest confidence builders. Empowering yourself with knowledge is described as the one asset nobody can take from you. Leadership at ANEW is framed as leading…
Key Takeaways ANEW scaled up its property portfolio during the peak of Covid-19 while many rivals were closing. Corné Visser, Sadira Nayager and Brenton Pillay each rose through the ranks from entry-level or outsourced roles. Looking after staff is treated as the direct route to looking after guests. The group’s family business roots still shape…
Relationship building is vital in any industry, but particularly within the hospitality industry. Patrick Eliot, the owner of ANEW Hotel Hluhluwe, believes that synergy is the most important factor when forming partnerships. “The enormous benefits that flow from networking and having partners who keep up-to-date with every aspect of the hospitality industry is the recipe…
Hotel group celebrates five-year milestone ANEW Hotels & Resorts is celebrating the brand’s fifth birthday. The family-run business was established in 1952 and the ANEW brand was launched in 2017 and has become a market force in South Africa’s hospitality industry. From owning and managing only three properties three years ago, the group has grown…
Despite the setbacks brought on by the Covid-19 global pandemic, ANEW Hotels & Resorts has shown considerable growth during the past two years. Not only has the group expanded its property portfolio from three to 14 properties during this time, but as a business, the group eagerly anticipates staying abreast of current global trends in…
Introducing ANEW Hotel Vulintaba In a period of continuous growth, a leading hotel asset management company, ANEW Hotels & Resorts, is proud to announce the addition of ANEW Resort Vulintaba, Newcastle to its portfolio. This is the group’s 15th property, having recently added ANEW Hotel Green Point and ANEW Hotel Roodepoort to its growing portfolio.…
The Rise of the Domestic Traveller International travel continues to be a pipe dream for South Africans as we grapple with the latest news of yet another COVID-19 wave and the possibility of harsher restrictions, come the festive season. After nearly two years of extremely limited travel options, South Africans, particularly the vaccinated, were excited…
New SA wine range, Sinbad Wines, finds a home at ANEW Hotels & Resorts One of the leading hotel groups in the country, ANEW Hotels & Resorts, continues to push the boundaries in the local hospitality industry. ANEW has recently partnered with the new and proudly South African wine range, Sinbad Wines, where their range…
The ANEW Rewards Loyalty Programme Introducing the latest loyalty programme at ANEW Hotels, Wena Bucks, specially designed to give something back to our most valued guests – YOU! As a member, you’ll enjoy discounts on direct bookings* as well as earn Wena Bucks with every stay. These can be used for future stays, food &…
Inspiring the tourism industry through optimism and resilience Following a week of renewed optimism and collaboration at Africa’s Travel Indaba, ANEW Hotels & Resorts continues its inspiring story, receiving the 2022 Inspiration Award at the closing ceremony on 5 May 2022. This award is for the industry individual or organisation that has inspired Africa’s Travel…
Africa’s Travel Indaba 2022 a boon for the tourism sector JOHANNESBURG 10 MAY: Africa’s Travel Indaba 2022 was a boon for the continent’s tourism sector as well as the host city of Durban, province of KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). This is as hundreds of buyers and exhibitors from 55 countries descended on Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre…
Hotel group launches its 15th property at Indaba ANEW Hotels & Resorts announced at Africa’s Travel Indaba 2022 yesterday (Wednesday, May 4) that it will officially open the ANEW Resort Vulintaba – situated on the foothills of the Drakensberg in Newcastle, KwaZulu Natal – on June 1. ANEW CEO, Clinton Armour, told Tourism Update, this was the…
ANEW Green Point introduces more digital features ANEW Hotel Green Point has transformed into a more digitised and minimalist space, aiming to lure ‘bleisure’ travellers in particular. ANEW Hotels & Resorts has worked on updating its offering over the last two years, prioritising digitalisation and remaining environmentally friendly. New digital features include changing the familiar door…
New SA wine range, Sinbad Wines, finds a home at ANEW Hotels & Resorts One of the leading hotel groups in the country, ANEW Hotels & Resorts, continues to push the boundaries in the local hospitality industry. ANEW has recently partnered with the new and proudly South African wine range, Sinbad Wines, where their range of…
The rise of the domestic traveller International travel continues to be a pipe dream for South Africans as we grapple with the latest news of yet another Covid-19 wave and the possibility of harsher restrictions, come the festive season. After nearly two years of extremely limited travel options, South Africans, particularly the vaccinated, were excited…
Key Takeaways 1. First Western Cape Property: ANEW Hotel Green Point marks ANEW Hotels & Resorts’ debut in the Western Cape, offering a flagship property in Cape Town. The hotel is designed to cater to both local and international guests, emphasising inclusivity and community support. 2. Strategic Growth: Despite challenges in the tourism industry, ANEW…
A year of adaptation and change It’s been just over one year since the COVID-19 pandemic hit South African shores. Kevin Burley, Operations Director at ANEW Hotels & Resorts, reflects on its effects on businesses and what he has learnt in the face of the pandemic. It goes without saying that COVID-19 has had a…
Key Takeaways ANEW’s CEO traces his business ethics back to his father’s timber business, not to hospitality. Being trusted with real decisions early on was the fastest way to learn how to run a business. Generational differences bring friction, but older, more conservative thinking keeps ambition grounded. Being intentional in every interaction, at work and…
As featured in Sawubona magazine – When entering ANEW Hunters Rest’s reception area making your way to their restaurant, the wall on the left has images of clouds and below those, there’s the writing ‘every cloud has a silver lining’. And indeed, the group saw their silver lining through the Covid-19 storm. The ANEW Hotels & Resorts…
Key Takeaways Covid-19 hit hospitality hardest, but domestic travel gave local operators a way forward. ANEW shifted focus from government and corporate guests to leisure travellers with new needs. Safety, hygiene and guest education became core operating trends rather than temporary measures. Cloud-based systems improve the guest journey, but technology will never replace human interaction.…
The country officially moving to level 1 lockdown means that South Africans can now travel more freely within Mzansi. As such, KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng locals are encouraged to make the most of the upcoming long weekend, leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind and take a well-deserved break at the breathtaking ANEW Hotel…
With Easter weekend coming up, South African citizens have to keep it local with their travel plans. This year, why not leave the hustle and bustle of city life behind and explore the many exciting and family-friendly destinations throughout the country, starting with the magnificent Magaliesberg. The Magaliesberg are among the oldest mountains in the…
With the easing of the national lockdown regulations on 1 February 2021, South Africans are looking for ways to make up for lost time by experiencing the beauty of the country like never before. With international travel still limited, there is no better time to explore South Africa in all its glory, from the rustic…
ANEW Hotels & Resorts, one of South Africa’s leading hotel groups, has managed to thrive amid a global pandemic. The company has expanded its hotel offerings, announcing the addition of the 11th property to the ANEW portfolio, ANEW Hotel Centurion. In addition and in collaboration with Fieldspace Property Group, ANEW Hotel Centurion (previously Protea Hotel…
KZN hotel group expands portfolio from four to ten While the global hospitality industry is facing unprecedented challenges and obstacles in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, development sentiment remains optimistic among KwaZulu-Natal hotel group, ANEW Hotels and Resorts. ANEW, which already has the Hilton Hotel, Hluhluwe Hotel, Hluhluwe Lodge and Ingeli Forest Lodge, has partnered…
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