South Africa’s tourism sector is mourning the sudden loss of Destination Africa Marketing Specialist Niel Els – a highly respected industry stalwart with more than 30 years’ experience in hospitality and destination marketing.
Els was a seasoned chef, restaurateur, hotelier, entrepreneur and destination marketer. Between 2010 and 2024, he was Managing Director of Turnberry Boutique Hotel in Oudtshoorn. He was also placed in various leadership roles at Skål International, Unfound Africa, Chaîne des Rôtisseurs, Garden Route Tourism and FAMSA Karoo.
His family announced his passing on social media on February 12.
“It is with deep sadness that we share the sudden passing of our beloved father and friend. Niel was larger than…
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