travelxp Expands in Africa Through AzamTV

MUMBAI, July 14, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

travelxp, world's leading travel channel is now available in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Malawi and Rwanda, after tying up with Africa's AzamTV network. AzamTV, being a trusted brand in the broadcasting industry in eastern Africa, has millions of customers across the said countries.

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Launched in February 2011, travelxp has grown to become people's choice when it comes to the travel and lifestyle genre. The customers of AzamTV are enjoying world-class travel programming filmed in HD over 40 countries.

Having a firm footprint in North America, Middle East and the Indian Subcontinent, the channel's entry into the east African region is a sure shot boost in its fan following.

Top-rated shows like Xplore Hong Kong, Strictly Street, Bliss and Quest are favourite amongst its audiences.

travelxp is also a front runner in using 4K technology and already has about 100 hours of exceptional quality travel content, also the first Indian channel to do so and is all set to launch in 4K by February 2017 across continents.

Commenting on the occasion, CEO and MD, travelxp channel, Mr. Prashant Chothani said, "Africa is a market with enormous potential. The percentage penetration and growth of pay-TV population is one of the fastest growing markets in the world. With content syndicated in over 40+ countries, further reinforces our belief in our offerings and ability to match viewing preferences of our audiences. We are pleased to join hands with AzamTV to distribute our high-quality content to entertain the viewers of Africa."

Jacob Joseph, Chief Operating Officer Azam Media Limited, added, "We are glad to have travelxp in our bouquet. It is the most watched travel channel and perhaps the one and only channel that portrays 'Life into Reality'. The channel that doesn't settle for less but aimed for its best, as our slogan 'Entertainment for Everybody'."

About travelxp:    

travelxp is the leading travel and lifestyle brand originating out of India and globally distributed out to over 40 million homes in Asia, Middle East, Africa, North America and Europe with planned launches in the UK and Latin America in the coming months.

With premium quality of 100% original programming, it has been able to create its own unique positioning and is trusted by millions for their travel information needs. Filmed in English and localized in 7 local language feeds, travelxp has been constantly expanding its distribution footprint around the globe. Accepted as the de-facto content provider of travel content provider across the globe, travelxp content is syndicated or licensed to networks and platforms in over 40+ countries across all continents. Major airlines, including Air India, Jet Airways, Qatar Airways, Oman Airways, Cathay Pacific, Etihad, etc. license travel content regularly for their in-flight entertainment needs.

Acknowledged by Eutelsat at the UHD Innovation Partner, since over a year, travelxp has migrated its entire production work flow in 4K and is amongst one of the first to do so globally.

For more information, please log on to: http://www.travelxp.tv

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/travelxp  

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/travelxp  

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/travelxp

About AzamTV:    

AzamTV was launched in Tanzania during December, 2013. It also has presence in other countries like Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Malawi, Ghana, Sierra Leon. Close to 100 channels in the bouquet, AzamTV carries both local and international channels catering news, sports, music, telenovelas, and other general entertainment.

'Azam' is a household name in East Africa and the project is initiated by the biggest industrial group 'Bakhresa Group'

Media contact:
Trishala Maheshwari
trishala.maheshwari@travelxp.tv
+91-22-42001052
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