Aquila Private Game Reserve recognised as ‘Best Muslim-friendly Game Reserve’

Posted on 10 June 2023 By Lisa Abdellah

The Big 5 safari lodge in Cape Town has been honoured with the esteemed Halal In Travel award for ‘Best Muslim-friendly Game Reserve’.

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The CrescentRating Global Summit was held in Singapore on 1 June 2023. The event, attended by distinguished guests including Ambassadors of Spain and Türkiye, as well as Tourism and other ministers from countries around the globe, recognised Aquila’s outstanding commitment to creating a welcoming environment for all guests of diverse cultures and faiths.

The owner of Aquila, Searl Derman, expressed his gratification at receiving this prestigious accolade. He further noted that the world needs love, understanding and respect for one another now more than ever, so the recognition of Aquila is especially significant.

Johan van Schalkwyk, the group marketing and trade manager of the Aquila Collection, emphasised that the award went beyond the physical attributes of the reserve, including the on-site prayer room and the services and facilities offered. He highlighted that the recognition was a testament to the staff’s dedication to ensuring guests have the freedom to express and practice their respective religions and faiths while on a safari in Cape Town.

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