Entries by Jill

East Africa E-Tourism 2014 conference experience

Written by Jill Bennett-Howes I arrived at Nairobi airport greeted by bright yellow walls and friendly customs attendants shouting ‘Jambo, Jambo’. I reminisced on my Kenya trip 9 years ago when we installed ResRequest at Governors’ Camps. At the time our greatest challenge was the modem dial up contending with at least 4 other voices […]

The Mamma Gogo initiative

We are running alongside a creative outreach called the MammaGogo Initiative. Adventure through art – The aim is to: Explore the creative potential of communities across South Africa and potentially Africa through a the medium of a creative outreach program. Document the diverse heritage of her people and the expression of her culture by means of a photo journal Engage communities (including those on social media) to […]

Are you interested in a direct link to Africa’s finest properties?

Our interface product, ResConnect, offers you stock, rate and availability access to Africa’s most luxurious and remote destinations. This service is now available FREE. ResConnect links Agents, Tour Operators and Online Travel Channels to ResRequest inventory, rates and bookings. • Quick and Easy Setup • View Availability & Rates • Create Bookings Electronically How to […]

Team news | end of 2013

Snippets of the movements and news of the team from the last quarter of 2013… Baby Benjamin Soper, son of developer Nick, arrived in September – the 4th ResRequest baby to be born this year. Read more

Project Luangwa

South Luangwa in Zambia is a magical destination for a safari holiday and its beauty and wildlife leave a lasting impression long after you’ve returned home. But it can be harsh and unforgiving too, especially for the local people. Most are subsistence farmers who live side by side with Luangwa’s wildlife but whilst wild animals […]

Team snippets

Our team has grown! There have been announcements, celebrations and new recruits! Natasha Lynn and Mark Bame announced their engagement | TK Madikane introduced us to his beautiful baby girl, Soyama Thakasa, which means be happy/content | Paula Chaplin acquainted us with her gorgeous newbie, Sidney Sofia Charlotte and Nick Soper will soon have a junior joining the ranks. And it’s not just […]

Pack for a Purpose initiative

Providing positive presence on the internet Written by Rebecca Rothney Pack for a Purpose (PfaP) is a great way to achieve additional exposure, at no cost, for the community projects supported by your lodge on the Internet. Our NGO is based in Raleigh, NC, in the United States. Our mission is to positively impact communities […]

Team snips | beginning of 2013

This year has been off to a running start and we have many projects on the go, along with new developments. We are not only growing in productivity but also in number. We were as excited as the proud parents when Jack was born on 22nd of January. Congratulations to Dylan Bridgman and Daniela on their first gorgeous babe! […]

Making a difference further a field

TUJATANE “Let us all hold hands together” – Tongabezi Trust School  After Mike’s recent circuit trip to Zambia he spent time with a charity initiated by one of our Zambian clients, Tongabezi. We wanted to make a difference and have sent a donation for the school to purchase some much needed educational games and supplies. […]