JOHANNESBURG: Cricket South Africa (CSA), in partnership with Tourvest Destination Management, has today announced the launch of SA Cricket Travel – the official and exclusive CSA travel company. This new venture will offer fans, corporates and various stakeholders a chance to experience watching the Proteas live, wherever they play around the world.
SA Cricket Travel is designed to take fans to the heart of the game. To feel the passion, energy, and spirit of the sport loved by millions whenever the Proteas take the field. More than just a travel service, it offers once-in-a-lifetime cricket experiences that connect supporters to the legacy of the Proteas.
As the exclusive provider of travel for Proteas fans, SA Cricket Travel packages include match tickets, accommodation, transport, sightseeing opportunities, and unique Proteas experiences. while giving fans a world-class experience with seamless, hassle-free journeys delivered by Africa’s leading tour operator.
The new travel programme caters for a wide audience. From local and international cricket fans wanting an authentic Proteas experience, to corporate organisations seeking unique incentives and hospitality opportunities, as well as CSA partners and global cricket stakeholders requiring comprehensive destination management services.
With a proven track record that includes major sports travel programmes since the Rugby World Cup in 1995, Tourvest Destination Management’s Sports & Events division will ensure cricket fans travel with ease, convenience, and peace of mind.
CSA Chief Executive, Pholetsi Moseki, commented:
“The Proteas are a source of pride for all South Africans, and SA Cricket Travel now gives our supporters the opportunity to follow their team with confidence, wherever they play in South Africa and around the world.
“This initiative strengthens the bond between the players and their fans, and offers experiences that go far beyond match day. It is an exciting way to bring our cricket family together, both at home and when the team competes on the global stage”
Illana Pereira, Managing Executive – Sport and Events at Tourvest Destination Management, said: “We are proud to launch SA Cricket Travel together with Cricket South Africa. Our focus is to bring supporters closer to the Proteas and to create meaningful experiences that reflect the spirit of the game and the connection fans have with the team.
“We have delivered major sports travel programmes for more than three decades, and this partnership allows us to bring that experience to cricket in a fresh and distinctive way.
“SA Cricket Travel will give supporters, partners and corporates a reliable, well planned and memorable way to follow the Proteas wherever they play.”
Travel with confidence and purpose. Travel with the Proteas. Visit sacrickettravel.com to explore packages and be part of the Proteas journey.
Source: cricket.co.za
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