The popular 6ha Cape Town International Conference Centre (CTICC) has hosted thousands of conferences, expositions and other events since its inception in 1999, including major international events. The CTICC has ample parking, restaurants and is located alongside a hotel precinct where a number of major national and international hotel chains have a presence.
The CTICC is located at the entrance to Cape Town, a short distance from both the business district and the V & A Waterfront, the city’s premier tourist destination. A water ferry transports CTICC visitors to the Waterfront and metered taxis are based outside for urgent trips.
Fully equipped with generous space, seating and high tech equipment, the conference centres, ballroom, auditoriums and banquet halls are also fitted with soundproofing and catering services are on offer. Along with on-site electricians, audio-visual experts and stand riggers, the CTICC has the capacity to handle the largest of international events at short notice.
Top 7 reasons to visit the CTICC
1. The country’s currency compares favourably against the Dollar, Euro and Far Eastern currencies, making the country a viable option in which to host an international event.
2. Cape Town is a major business powerhouse, 2nd only to Johannesburg in terms of economic growth and is currently the 36th richest global city. Business expos and conferences are generally well attended.
3. Conference delegates can be sure of a wide range of unusual entertainment, after all, this is Africa! Delegate partners and family can safely enjoy the city, the winelands and other attractions either on a self-drive or through guided tours.
4. For an unusual investment, several reputable jewellery dealers are nearby (one is across the road!) to assist with precious gem or gold purchases. The Cape Town Diamond Museum hosted by Shimansky Jewellers at the V & A Waterfront is an informative and enjoyable experience.
5. The city has all manner of accommodation ready to serve visitors to the CTICC.
6. Cape Town has a diverse and relatively young population, known for being tech savvy and quick to adopt new technologies. Companies wanting to trial their products in a new, up-and-coming market will find success through an expo at the CTICC.
7. Tired of the same old cosmopolitan-style meals at every conference? The Marimba African restaurant at the CTICC offers African style community feasts and is equipped to handle enormous parties such as the 2010 FIFA World Cup function.
Transport
The nearest airport to the CTICC is Cape Town International Airport, 21km away. Shuttle and taxi companies operate from the airport, however, your host will likely arrange collections and drop-offs. Uber is in Cape Town, if you have the app, order a ride. The water ferry outside the CTICC will take you directly to the V & A Waterfront. City bus services stops 3 blocks from the CTICC for travel to and from the airport or around Cape Town city and the northerly suburbs.
Did you know?
The massive linocut above the CTICC reception was the creation of 2 local artists, however, 1 died before seeing his beautiful creation on display.
The words Spes Bona (Latin for Good Hope) is depicted on the Western Cape coat of arms and originates from the famous Portuguese prince Henry the Navigator, who, when told of the difficult passage around the Cape, changed the name of Cape of Storms given to it by Bartholomew Diaz, to Cape of Good Hope in an attempt to alleviate mariner’s fears.
