Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
26 years
What is your primary product or service?
Tours, safaris and other travel arrangements throughout Africa.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Background is in financial services. I did not like accounting but wanted to work in an occupation where I could travel frequently and see the world.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Palace Travel is one of the few north American travel companies that focus exclusively on the African continent.
We send travelers; business, leisure and educational groups, to more than 50 African countries.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location in the U.S. and two in Africa.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are located at 5301 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept all major credit cards, check and bank wire transfers.
Which areas do you service?
Our customers originate not only from the north America, but also from several countries in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the Caribbean.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Lloyd Murray
What are your hours of operation?
M to F 9 am to 7 pm
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Referring their friends and associates to us because they appreciate our expert knowledge providing travel services throughout Africa.