HICA 2008 SOCIAL PROGRAMME

The inaugural Hospitality Investment Conference Africa (HICA 2007) took place in the beautiful city of Cape Town at the now Westin Grand Arabella Quays Hotel. There were two fantastic networking functions which formed part of the Social programme – the reception and cocktail function sponsored by SAB Limited and the Awards Gala dinner sponsored by ABSA. In 2008 with the conference taking place in the city of gold – Johannesburg, we have increased our social engagement to allow for more networking opportunities.

Networking Xpress and Wine Tasting at The Hilton Hotel, Sandton City Sunday 28th September 2008 from 17:30 - 18:30

Stay in the heart of the business district at the Hilton Sandton hotel, north of Johannesburg. Do business in the Executive Lounge and de-stress in the gym, pool or tennis court. Dine on international fare in Tradewinds Restaurant.

Opening Reception at The Hilton Hotel, Sandton City Sunday 28th September 2008 from 19:00 - 22:00

Travel to the Hilton Sandton hotel, located in the upmarket business district of Sandton, north of Johannesburg. The Stock Exchange, multinationals and Convention Centre are within 0.5 miles. Sandton City shopping mall is 500 metres away. Johannesburg International Airport is 22 miles away.

Networking Dinner at Lekgotla Restaurant, Mandela Square, Sandton City Monday 29th September 2008 from 18:30 - 21:30

Lekgotla, which translates as 'meeting place' in Tswana, is a melting pot of cuisines from the four corners of Africa. This upper class restaurant which showcases distinguished African decor is located on Nelson Mandela Square and offers a wide selection of exquisitely prepared African food fit for a king.

Buses will depart from The Hilton at 18:00 for the dinner at LEKGOTLA.