The IGLTA is an international platform founded in 1983, providing information and connecting tourism businesses, operators, and agents with welcoming spaces for the LGBTQ+ community in over 80 countries. Now, Steenberg Farm has announced it is the first winery in South Africa to join the association.
Travel is a way to exchange new perspectives, but visiting a new country includes possible unknowns...
Creating environments where LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and plus) travellers feel comfortable makes travelling richer for everyone. South Africa has one of the largest tourism industries in Africa and in recent years, the LGBTQ+ travel market has become one of the fastest-growing sectors.
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"If you are a luxury establishment and want to stay a step ahead of the game, it should be an absolute priority to join a respected institution like this in order to promote your business as inclusive," says Neilen Tolmay, marketing manager at Steenberg Farm, and a member of the LGBTQ+ community.
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