In 2026, corporate travel in South Africa has entered a new strategic phase. Companies are no longer focused purely on reducing costs. Instead, they’re balancing spend with traveller experience, measurable ROI, sustainability compliance and smarter forecasting.
Africa’s Fastest-Growing Mining Hubs: Why Travel Strategy Is a Business Priority
Africa’s mining industry is moving fast. Global demand for copper, cobalt, lithium, iron ore, and gold is driving new projects, expansions, and investment across the continent. And where mining grows, business travel follows.
Corporate Travel to Rwanda: Key Cultural Insights You Need to Know
This guide breaks down the essentials for South African and global business travellers, answering key questions and offering practical insights into doing business in Rwanda smoothly.
Corporate Travel to Ghana: Key Cultural Insights You Need to Know
Ghana is becoming a key destination for business in West Africa, offering a stable economy, strategic location, and welcoming people. Successful corporate travel in Ghana goes beyond flights and hotels – it requires understanding local business etiquette, corporate culture, and traditions.
Business Travel Safety Tips for the Holiday Peak Season
Year-end is one of the busiest periods for corporate travel. Airports are packed, flight schedules are tight, meetings are squeezed in before the holidays, and last-minute changes become the norm. While the season brings opportunities for face-to-face decision-making and relationship building, it also calls for careful business travel planning to ensure safety, efficiency, and stress-free movement...
Flexible Travel: The Business Edge Every Company Needs in 2026
Corporate travel isn’t just about flying from one city to another. It’s about making every trip efficient, cost-effective, and hassle-free. And as we look ahead to 2026, one trend stands out from our latest corporate travel survey: flexibility is the ultimate business advantage.
2026 Corporate Travel: Top Destinations & Insights
As we approach 2026, corporate travel is evolving rapidly. From emerging business hubs to changing priorities around safety and sustainability, companies need to stay ahead of trends. Sharon Leong, CEO of Thompsons Travel, shares her insights on the destinations and strategies shaping corporate travel next year.
Watch Sharon’s Insights on the Future of Corporate Travel
Corporate travel is evolving rapidly, and staying ahead means hearing directly from the leaders shaping the industry. Recently, Sharon, our CEO at Thompsons Travel, joined What’s Next with Aki, sharing her expert perspective on the trends, innovations, and opportunities redefining business travel. From next-generation travel strategies to technology, AI, and wellness in the corporate world,...
Value Beyond Price: Why Thompsons Travel Is Worth It
We recently asked our clients what truly matters when managing their business travel. The results were clear: value means more than just the lowest fare. It’s about real support, flexibility, and having a travel partner you can trust – especially when things don’t go according to plan. At Thompsons Travel, we’re proud to say...
Celebrating Women in Leadership at Thompsons Travel
This Women’s Month, Thompsons Travel is proud to celebrate the incredible women leading our teams in the corporate travel industry. From managing high-pressure schedules to guiding their teams with empathy, our female executives share practical insights on leadership, work-life balance, and mentorship.