Press Releases
Lucille Sive: A Woman Empowering Women on International Women’s Day
Lucille Sive: A Woman Empowering Women on
International Women’s Day
~ One of TTC's top female leaders supports gender parity in Africa and offers sustainable travel tips ~
DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Feb. 27, 2018 – Now, more than ever, issues facing women are gaining momentum worldwide. With the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements spurring activism in the US, #PressForProgress – the call for gender parity championed by International Women’s Day 2018 (March 8) – couldn’t come at a better time.
Gender parity is a cause that is wholeheartedly endorsed by Lucille Sive, CEO of The Travel Corporation’s (TTC’s) Africa Division. One of the first women in the travel industry to break the “glass ceiling,” Sive proudly promotes gender parity in her home country, South Africa, by supporting sustainable economic growth for disadvantaged women.
~ Have a “Black Panther”-inspired adventure with African Travel, Inc.~
Find Your Own Wakanda: Discover the Real Stories
and Superheroes of Africa
~ Have a “Black Panther”-inspired adventure with African Travel, Inc ~
GLENDALE, Calif., March 1, 2018 – The Marvel Studios movie “Black Panther” has not only been breaking box office records around the world, but it’s also become a bona fide cultural phenomenon and spurred interest in all things African.
Moviegoers have been queuing for miles to see the film, which tells the story of a superhero from the mythical African country of Wakanda who literally saves his country – and the world – from destruction by his enemies. Fans have connected with the film’s strong African characters, exotic locations and inspiring storyline, and many have even shown up at theaters decked out in African-inspired outfits, hairstyles and jewelry.
If Black Panther has piqued your curiosity about Africa, take the next step and discover the real people and stories of this fascinating, complex continent with African Travel, Inc. This “travel superpower” can take you to extraordinary places on the continent that you’ve dreamed about visiting. We’ll even introduce you to destinations you didn’t know existed, and incredible people making a difference in local communities and the environment!
5 African Destinations That Are Trending for 2018
5 African Destinations That Are Trending for 2018
~ Botswana, Rwanda, Namibia, Mozambique and Kenya top the list of must-visit places next year ~
GLENDALE, Calif., Nov. 29, 2017 – New statistics out this month from the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) prove that tourism in Africa is reaching new heights! Africa showed 9 percent growth in tourism arrivals in 2017 compared to 2016, a larger increase than any other region in the world.
2018 looks even more promising for Africa. Tourism is bound to grow even further as more and more people realize that the continent is an incomparable place for all kinds of adventures, and all types of travelers. While there are hundreds of unmissable, bucket-list destinations in Africa, African Travel, Inc. has narrowed down a list of five places that are trending in 2018.
