Scenic Flights & Flying Safaris

August 21st, 2011 No Comments

For a birthday, the New Year, Christmas, a wedding or for any special day that you want to make unique, a flight is an original idea. Very few people are privileged enough to have flown in an airplane, so now this is their chance. For 2 passengers or for larger groups, for a private tour or for a corporate incentive… A stroll in the sky is always appreciated.

Every year, the biggest mammal in the world leaves the frozen Antarctica and swims to the Cape South Coast.
The majestic Southern Right whales have chosen warmer climates for giving birth and they spend up to five months a year here,
from June to October, playing, courting, and nursing their newborn calves. Peak calving season is July and August,
but whales can be seen through September and October.

Being close to these giants is quite unusual, but seeing their majestic beauty from the sky,
distinctly visible, without any interference for them, is absolutely unforgettable.
There are few moments in life that can offer such a show in one tour.

Enjoy the luxury of a private flight at special prices:
Private flight for 2 passengers : R1875 per person
Private flight for 3 passengers : R1250 per person
Private flight for 4 passengers : R940 per person
Private flight for 5 passengers : R750 per person
Private flight for 6 to 10 passengers : on request

Check availabilities : 083 440 1856

http://www.eflying-safari.com/Safaris.htm

We have not used this service however having a look at what they offer it sounds brilliant – if anyone has any feedback they can add send it through please.

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Seychelles shark attack kills honeymooning man

August 18th, 2011 No Comments

A British man on his honeymoon has been killed by a shark in the Seychelles, less than a fortnight after a French tourist was also fatally bitten in the waters off the same island.

The 30-year-old, named as Ian Redmond from Lancashire, was attacked on Tuesday while his bride was sunbathing on the shore, according to reports.

The shark struck in the waters off Anse Lazio beach on the island of Praslin, the second largest in the Indian Ocean archipelago and a popular destination with honeymooning Britons.

A tourist in a dinghy dragged the man on board and brought him ashore and another holidaymaker then tried to save his life, according to a report in the Daily Mail.

“We heard screaming and people started running down the beach towards the water,” an American tourist was quoted as saying. “Someone had seen a fin sticking out of the water, and then we saw a dinghy pulling a man from the water.

“I saw the swimmer, who was missing a huge chunk of flesh from his left leg, so much so that I could see the bone of his thigh. He was sickeningly pale, but still had his flippers on both feet.

“At this point a woman ran over and started screaming. She said: ‘That’s my husband! We were just married.’

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Gautrain services suspended – cable theft

August 16th, 2011 No Comments

Gautrain services have been suspended yet again between Hatfield, Pretoria and Centurion due to cable theft, the SABC reported on Tuesday.

This was the second time in a month that services were suspended because of cable theft.

The multi-billion rand transport system would also not be operational between Sandton and Rosebank stations in Johannesburg due to water leakages.

According to the report, buses would ferry passengers to their destinations. – Sapa

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Air Namibia – ADDITIONAL FREQUENCIES AND NEW SCHEDULES

August 15th, 2011 No Comments
  • We will be introducing a new daily direct service between Windhoek and Lusaka using an Embraer ERJ 135, replacing the current operation Windhoek to Lusaka via Johannesburg. The schedule is set to offer easy and seamless connectivity (within 40 minutes to 2 hours) to points beyond Windhoek, which include Cape Town, Frankfurt, Johannesburg and Accra.
  • An increased frequency on the Accra route with the introduction of a new direct service between Windhoek and Accra now offered six times per week. The schedule design allows convenient connections (with 1 hour) to Johannesburg, Cape Town, Lusaka and Luanda. With the recently concluded SPA with Delta airlines, Air Namibia flights to Accra will connect to Delta Airline’s departures to Atlanta and New York.
  • The frequency between Windhoek and Johannesburg, as well as between Windhoek and Cape Town will increase from 2 flights per day to 3 flights per day. Our Johannesburg – Walvis Bay passengers will continue to enjoy the 6 flights per week service, via Windhoek. The transit time at Windhoek for our Johannesburg – Walvis Bay passengers will be 1 hour.  Cape Town – Walvis Bay will remain direct.
  • On the domestic market, we will increase the number of flights on the popular “Windhoek to Rundu and Katima Mulilo route”, from 3 flights per week to 6 flights per week. The departure time from Windhoek will be 09:50 and not 07:00 anymore.
  • We are happy to announce that the Windhoek – Luderitz – Oranjemund air service is re-introduced, with 4 flights per week. These flights will be operated from Hosea Kutako International airport, with easy and convenient connections to our flights to / from Cape Town, Johannesburg and Frankfurt. The service will offer a night stop in Windhoek for passengers traveling between Luderitz and Walvis Bay.
  • Air Namibia already offers 6 flights per week between Windhoek and Frankfurt, effective March 2012 it will increase to daily flights. This service offers extremely attractive fares with smooth connections from Cape Town, Johannesburg, Luanda, Lusaka, Victoria Falls and Maun.
  • On the fleet, two new generation Airbus A319-100 aircraft will enter our fleet in September 2011. These aircraft will be operated on our main routes of Johannesburg, Cape Town, Luanda and Accra, operated by Air Namibia to replace the current wet leased aircraft.
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Travel the tastes of the world – without leaving SA

August 15th, 2011 No Comments

Blinis from Russia… nasi lemak from Malaysia… pea soup from the Netherlands… prawns from Mozambique… bacalhau à minhota from Portugal… delicacies you would normally only get to enjoy if you travelled the world – now coming to your doorstep as part of the Bidvest World Chefs Tour Against Hunger.

From 21 to 30 August, 200 chefs from over 30 countries will descend on South Africa to raise funds and awareness for the plight of the hungry as part of the Bidvest World Chefs Tour Against Hunger.  Some may not speak English, most have never set foot on African soil, but all share a passion for alleviating the suffering of the underprivileged.

You can share your passion for food and support this worthy cause by participating in the 2011 Bidvest World Chefs Tour Against Hunger.  Patron of the World Chefs Tour Against Hunger, Dr Bill Gallagher, along with the World Association of Chefs Societies, the South African Chefs Association, Bidvest and Southern Sun invite you to join hands with these chefs in their ambitious fundraising endeavours – which aims to raise over R5 million for feeding schemes around the country.  Here’s how you can get involved:

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FLYSAA phishing attacks

August 10th, 2011 2 Comments

Landed in my in box last night – criminals have started phishing attacks on your SAA account – voyager and the likes – please be aware – this is the first case I have seen and it will cost you money – so please be very aware of it:

Here are some tell tale signs: (click for an enlarged image)

Further to the above have a look @ the landing page of the phishing attack:


However those using Internet Explorer are not that lucky:

Be aware people!

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Wrong transaction from your credit card in Embassy Suites Chevy Chase Pavilion

August 1st, 2011 1 Comment

Transaction: Mastercard 95674191_4h
On July 26th, 2011 Hotel made wrong transaction debiting from your credit card for an overall amount of $1151.
Due to the termination of service contract between Hotel Melia Deviana and Moverick Company this Hotel was divested accreditation in our company.
Please see the attached form. You need to fill it in and contact your bank for the return of funds.
You’ll need the attached detalization of your account transactions to apply for the return of funds.
As Company is not responsible for money transactions and acts as intermediary you can seize the court directly to return the funds from the Hotel.
Thank you for understanding. We trust you can solve this unpleasant problem.

Edra Stainer,
Manager of Reception Desk & Reservation Departament

Guys please be aware this is a scam and possibly contains a virus!

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Gaborone and Maputo flights available from Lanseria from 1st September 2011

July 29th, 2011 No Comments

Gaborone and Maputo flights available from Lanseria from 1st September 2011

Book BA from Lanseria to Gaborone 5 days a week return (double daily Monday and Friday) and Lanseria to Maputo, Monday to Friday with a double daily Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

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SAA fuel tax

July 28th, 2011 No Comments

Ever wondered how much you are paying for the fuel Levy?

SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS YR Surcharge is applicable per SA flight sector to all passengers across the SA global network to all tickets (including infants/children / Agents discount / Award Tickets / etc.) as follows:

Effective: Effective for ticketing on/after 01 August 2011

Ticket Code: YR

Applicable: On all SA Domestic, Regional and International sectors
Charges:          

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SAA Introduces new destinations!

July 27th, 2011 No Comments

South African Airways will launch new operations to Bujumbura (Burundi), Kigali (Rwanda) and Cotonou (Benin), from the 31st October  2011.

By simultaneously adding three new destinations to SAA’s African route network, this will strengthen SAA’s already expansive route network in Africa. SAA aims to increase travel options for the convenience of its customers and to ensure that South Africa remains both a major destination in its own right and a key transit point for connecting long-haul international and regional African destinations.
Bujumbura and Kigali will be serviced thrice weekly while Cotonou will operate twice weekly as an extension of SAA’s existing Libreville (Gabon) service. These new routes will be serviced by SAA’s A319 aircraft.

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