8 Ink Media is owned by Media 24 and currently publishes four titles under license from US publishers, namely; Seventeen, Real Simple, National Geographic Kids and National Geographic Traveler. 8 Ink Media has earned a reputation in the local market in terms of its innovative approach to publishing, the editorial excellence of the titles it produces, and its position as one of the most active publishers in the online space.

Discount: Cape Town Tourism members only discount:2% discount on advertising in any of the 8 Ink Media publications.

Website: http://www.8inkmedia.com

Amanda Theinert specialises in software and marketing solutions for guest houses and hotels. As the Semper representative in the Western Cape we distribute, install and support software products, offer training and consult to clients on the current e-marketing trends in the industry. Semper is a property management system that is used to manage the front desk, reservations, housekeeping, deposit-tracking, travel agent commissions, refunds and debtors with age-analysis, month-end and accounting with management controls. Analyse the performance of the business with over 100 reports to make qualified marketing and management decisions based on reservations in the system. Semper interfaces with all TMS systems, most point-of-sale systems and accounting packages like Pastel. Semper offers internet credit card banking via the VCS interface as well as real-time availability on websites via the Knightsbridge switch. Semper has been proudly South African for over 15 years, with more than 500 clients nationwide.

Discount: We offer a 10% discount on the Semper software products. The discount does not apply to monthly support or services.

Website: http://www.semper.co.za

Gecko Connect is a Cape Town based Public Relations and Events Agency offering full spectrum communications and event project management to connect your business’ needs to solutions. We generate positive interactions with your brand, which leads to conversations and thereby creating a reputation that we can sell. Our services are personalized, yet designed to match the fast pace of the corporate world in which we have 19 years experience collectively.

We take pride in the effort we put into being highly informed about the industries our clients operate in. We care deeply about the quality of the work we do, and attention to detail. We form close personal relationships with suppliers, clients and with media because business is about people first and foremost. We will get to understand your brand, and how it relates to your business. This is where good strategy comes from.

We come from a strong communications background and appreciate the fact that messages need to be tailored and delivered for different audiences and platforms. Whether print, broadcast, online, one-on-one or mass media, we will connect your audience to your message.

We also aim to create signature events for our clients. Your guests will walk away feeling engaged and inspired. Our attention to detail is evident in every aspect of our work. We dot the I’s and cross the T’s from proposals to budgeting, creative, decor, entertainment, legislation, crowd control, personalized communication and mass media.

What sets us apart from our competitors is our diversity. We are able to communicate with clients and audiences in English, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Sotho, Spanish and Portuguese. Our depth of experience extends to Corporate Social Investment and Sustainability so we offer solutions beyond the norms of Communications and Events.

Discount: Special rates for the tourism industry.

Website: http://www.geckoconnect.net

Millroy Artysands Sandblasting applies decorative sandblasted designs to glass, mirrors, sliding and shower doors, wood and metal for aesthetics and safety. Also cleaning of floors, walls, wood and metal on and off site.

Discount: Cape Town Tourism members only discount: minimum of 10% off standard quotes.

Website: http://www.millroy.co.za

Rocketseed offers surprisingly cost-effective and hassle-free email branding and marketing solutions to small businesses and operators in the tourism industry. Rocketseed allows every business to take full advantage and control of a powerful marketing channel. Benefits include the standardisation of email branding and marketing across all business email users’ accounts, enhancing the professional image of all staff and turning every outbound email into a powerful marketing opportunity. The solution employs a mix of company logos, marketing inserts, links to websites, photographs, business cards, RSS feeds and disclaimers. 

Discount: Cape Town Tourism members only discount: 20% discount on initial set-up and licence fees.

Website: http://www.rocketseed.com

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Project 2010 is a free service for companies, organisations and individuals who have a vested interest in the 2010 World Cup and the impact it will have on business and tourism in South Africa. We provide 24-hour coverage of developments relating to the tournament as well as a concise weekly electronic newsletter with all the developments and activities impacting on South Africa as a whole. 

Discount: 20% discount on advertising

Website: http://www.project2010.co.za

Ubuntu Deal offers a superb online advertising service which brings you a guaranteed number of new clients. We do this through our large following of Cape Town based customers.

Discount: Cape Town Tourism members only discount: 25% discount

Website: http://www.ubuntudeal.co.za

We provide the necessary infrastructure for 3D branding activation activities from conceptual design through to installation at the final destination.

Discount: Discounts are negotiable.

Website: http://www.xzibit.co.za