LODGE CONCEPT, DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

PLANNING OF NEW OPERATIONS

TNW Lodges provides a comprehensive planning and development service for both potential investors in ecotourism projects and existing Landowners or Operators wishing to develop suitable land for ecotourism purposes. The following aspects are covered:

Information relating to national economic circumstances, tourism trends, geopolitical background information, details of National Parks, relevant wildlife information in the applicable area, national infrastructure and points and means of supply and any other information relative to the project. Recommendations relating to the appropriate size, style and infrastructural requirements of the ecotourism operation. Applicable investment incentives, tax concessions and information applicable to the country in which the operation is to be established. A detailed lodge inventory including fittings, equipment and furnishings. Annual profitability projections relative to forecasted occupancy levels offsetting the expenses of the operation, capital expenditure and interest against anticipated income. Appropriate staffing levels and categories relevant to the size of the operation with recommended remuneration levels.

TNW Lodges provides a project development co-ordination service, subject to the requirements of the lodge owner in order to ensure that the end product matches the expectations of the developer and the expectations of the market segment identified as the lodge target market.