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Stay up to date with all our GOOD news and what Guy Stehlik says in his blog. You’ll find all our press releases, articles and blog posts below.

Thought leadership.

First appeared on BizCommunity The skills shortage in the global hospitality industry has been widely publicised during the past two years as the world – and the hospitality industry in particular - is getting ‘back to normal’.

August 17, 2023

BON People

With over 25 years in tourism, leisure and hospitality, BON’s Group Sales Director, Gareth Venner, has plenty of experience when it comes to the ups and downs, ins and outs, and fun and games of the industry, including serving 180 wedding guests ice cream and hot chocolate sauce after an infamous malva pudding incident.

August 4, 2023

The Bucket-List Big Five.

Read on for our five iconic bucket-list family adventures you won’t want to miss (and stay tuned for the secret adventure at the end!)

July 27, 2023

Seven travel experiences.

South Africa woke up with a smug smile on her face last week after The Telegraph and 27 000 of its readers voted her the best country in the world and Cape Town the best city to visit. This placed the Mother City and her homeland in top places in the 2023 Telegraph Travel Awards.

July 27, 2023

Thought leadership.

Hotel owners in Sub-saharan and South Africa are facing tough challenges in the current economic climate. Inflation, loadshedding, and ever-increasing interest rates (and their significant impact on investment appeal) are just a few. Could hotel lease agreements be the way forward?

June 2, 2023

BON People

“Fancy-schmancy” is not Pieter van Eck’s style. Instead, he is all about positively impacting people’s lives, treasuring connections, and forging new ones. Read about how Pieter, Development Director at BON Hotels, has dedicated over 20 years to the hospitality industry.

May 9, 2023

BON People

BON Hotels’ Group Marketing Services Manager, Lexy Ramoroka, has a career peppered with interesting stories and impressive achievements. Read all about her passion for hospitality, marketing, and making people feel at home.

May 9, 2023

Thought leadership.

Never one to shy away from controversial issues and well-known for her fighting spirit, could recently appointed Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille get the industry back on track? More importantly, with elections looming, can she do it in time?

April 5, 2023

Everything you need to know about road trippin’ to Oudtshoorn

Get road trippin’ to Oudtshoorn for a stay at Queen’s Hotel by BON Hotels! Take a look at our guide, highlighting the best stops along the way and a few family-friendly activities to add to your itinerary once you get there.

March 30, 2023

Domestic tourism to stabilise, a bumpy international ride and a bullish outlook for BON Hotels

Domestic tourism in South- and Southern Africa looks set to stabilise in 2023 to pre-2019 levels, after pent-up demand helped the sector recover and grow, and gave rise to trends such as backyard travelling, “workactions” and longer stays.

February 1, 2023

BON Hotel takes over Cape Town’s Grand Daddy

BON Hotels, the South African-based hospitality management group, has recently joined hands with the iconic Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel in Long Street.

September 1, 2022

BON Hotels expands into Eswatini with the signing of the Mountain View International Hotels

BON Hotels has expanded its African footprint into Eswatini by taking over the management of the popular and renowned Mountain View International Hotel from 01 July 2022.

July 8, 2022

BON Hotels signs the Queens’s Hotel in Oudtshoorn

The team at BON Hotels has taken over the management of the Queen’s Hotel in Oudtshoorn, with CEO and founder of BON Hotels Guy Stehlik saying it’s a new and exciting chapter for the group

May 29, 2022

Moms at BON : Great Ideas for Mother’s Day !

While it’s not always easy to find her the perfect gift, you might be surprised to discover that what she really wants is to spend quality time with you.

May 6, 2022

Gen Z is (Almost) All Grown Up and Taking Over Travel!

Gen Z is (almost) all grown up and slowly stepping into the spotlight within the travel realm, demonstrating notable purchasing power (both directly and indirectly) despite only being 8 – 24 years old.

April 28, 2022

Outdoor Fun for Families this Easter

Easter is a wonderful time to head outdoors and explore. And with two handy public holidays in the mix, it’s an even better time to bring the kids. But where to go?

April 5, 2022

Family fun to be found across South Africa this Easter

Whether you celebrate Easter religiously or simply enjoy it as a wonderful excuse for a long weekend, there’s one common theme that always carries through during this local holiday – and that’s family.

April 5, 2022

The Ultimate KwaZulu-Natal Road Trip

School's out! Pack the bags and pile the family into the car for the ultimate road trip. The 200 km long, sun‑splashed KZN coastline has attracted generations of families for good reason.

March 28, 2022

Prominent hotel group BON Hotels celebrates the new year by taking over two iconic KwaZulu-Natal Hotels

South African based hotel group, BON Hotels, celebrates the start of 2022 on a high note as it continues to grow its portfolio with the addition of two iconic hospitality establishments located in the best place to see hippos whilst in South Africa, or better yet Africa, namely Saint Lucia, Kwa-Zulu Natal

January 8, 2022

BON Hotels adds the Royal Palm Hotel in Umhlanga to its growing portfolio.

BON Hotels is proud to announce the addition of its latest property to their portfolio, The Royal Palm Hotel and Apartments by BON Hotels, located in upscale Umhlanga Ridge Kwa Zulu Natal

November 8, 2021