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ATA’s Passport to Africa, our monthly newsletter, features the latest member and Africa travel industry news. |
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ATA Executive Director Edward Bergman to step down at end of 2015
ATA Executive Director, Edward Bergman, has announced his departure as of December 31, 2015 as the leader of the organization. Bergman stated, "It is with mixed emotions that I will be stepping down at the end of this year from the position of Executive Director. It has truly been an honor to serve ATA for nearly 10 years and I am confident that the organization is in a place of strength and will continue its 40 year legacy of advancing the important mission of promoting tourism to and within the African continent. I look forward to staying in touch and can be reached through www.eddiebergman.com".
The ATA International Board of Directors has recognized that Edward Bergman as Executive Director has exceptionally, loyally and faithfully served the Association since 2006. Under Mr. Bergman’s leadership ATA organized 9 Annual Congresses from 2007 to 2015 in Ethiopia, Tanzania, Egypt, The Gambia, Senegal, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Uganda and Kenya respectively; and 2 Eco and Cultural Symposiums in Nigeria and Djibouti. Mr. Bergman also launched the Annual ATA Presidential Forum in conjunction with New York University-Africa House in 2006 and the U.S.-Africa Tourism Seminar from 2008 to 2014.
ATA also signed a Memorandum of Understanding in 2010 with the African Union Commission for the promotion of the sustainable development of tourism in Africa and Bergman was recently appointed Goodwill Ambassador for NEPAD, a role in which he will continue. The ATA membership continues to grow with strong corporate support from the private sector.
The Board has actively been working on a succession plan which is near completion and the ATA Secretariat has confirmed that an announcement will be made over the coming weeks by the ATA Board of Directors as to the future leadership of the Association. |
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Golden Tulip Festac Lagos opens a massive shopping mall on its compound
Excitement as Festival Mall Opens Beside Golden Tulip Festac Lagos. The atmosphere is full of excitement and glamour as the first ever international shopping mall opens in Festac, Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area of Lagos.The Festival mall which is the brain child of the UACN Property Development Company (UPDC) is directly located opposite the Golden Tulip Festac Lagos hotel and residency apartments and host lots of national and international shopping brands from different sectors of the economy and a reputable cinema centre.
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Romantic Getaway at Mont Rochelle Hotel & Vineyard in Franschhoek, South Africa
Get some brownie points! Mont Rochelle’s unique setting at the foot of the Klein Dassenberg mountain range is the perfect location to relax on honeymoon or enjoy as a romantic retreat for a couple seeking intimacy and privacy.
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The African Hospitality Academy Launched In Lagos, Nigeria
The African Hospitality Academy (AHA) was launched in Lagos by its founder Mr. A. Ndili quintessential businessman and entrepreneur, has founded and run companies that operate across West Africa, including the hotel operating company Golden Tulip West Africa and the Lionstone Company. The AHA will give prospective students the opportunity to obtain a certification from the first West African hospitality education program of its kind.
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Ulusaba, a safari experience like no other
Anyone who’s been on safari before knows that no two game drives are ever the same! There are two daily game drives at Ulusaba, one leaving early in the morning and one leaving late afternoon.
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Stay for 4 nights and pay only for 3 at Kasbah Tamadot in Morocco.
When you book to stay at Kasbah Tamadot in Morocco’s High Atlas Mountains for at least 4 nights you’ll get one free night on us! Offer available for new bookings booked from 25th August 2015 for stays until 17th March 2016.
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Kids Go Free at Mahali Mzuri in Kenya
Get the family together and head to Mahali Mzuri for an unbeatable adventure you’ll remember forever! Located in the exclusive Olare Motorogi Private Conservancy, Mahali Mzuri offers an exciting safari packed with abundant wildlife.
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Expedition Account by R. S. Mracky of Africa Consult Group- The African Times/USA Editorial Board
I just got back from an incredible expedition of discovery – EVER! I came face to face with a two thousand five hundred years B.C. remainder of an Empire that gave Africa its other Kingdoms, besides a great amount of knowledge and progress for the world….
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Registration now open for IGLTA Convention in Cape Town!
Don’t miss the premier educational and networking event for global LGBT tourism, 14-16 April, 2016. This is your opportunity to engage in a lucrative market and grow your business. Keynote: South African Minister of Tourism.
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Air Namibia represented by APG USA Inc. makes Zuriel’s Dream Come True
The world’s most powerful 12 year old African-American, Girl Education advocate and world’s youngest filmmaker ZURIEL ODUWOLE will soon visit Namibia for the first time ever. Thank You AIR NAMIBIA for this dream come true!
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Infinite Safari Adventures – For The Ultimate Custom Experience
Infinite Safari Adventures offers unique custom wildlife safari and adventures experiences throughout Africa. Attention to details, responsiveness and passion sets us apart. Our clients love us. Remember "Someday" Is Now!
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The NY Times Travel Show: Trade Day Exhibition Only Registration
$10 (regular & onsite price: $20) Use Discount Code: TEO50 to take advantage of this special savings!
Registration includes: Exclusive time in the exhibition to meet with over 500 exhibitors, representing over 150 different countries, industry reception from 6 pm -7pm, plus Saturday and Sunday travel seminars, Meet the Experts, Cultural Stage Performances, cooking demonstrations and more!
Visit the NY Times Travel Show website to register! |
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