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Mango to operate 24/7 during the World Cup
- By Mary black
- Published 03/9/2010
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Mango has stated that they will not
increase its fares to take advantage of the hordes of foreigners coming
to the country for the 2010 World Cup.
SA Airports gear up for 2010 World Cup
- By Mary black
- Published 03/8/2010
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South African airports will be fully
upgraded in time for the 2010 World Cup coming to the country in a few
months. Not only that, but the airports will be fully able to handle
the influx of traffic that will be descending into the country for the
World Cup. This was announced by the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA)
at a press briefing in Johannesburg.
Planning Luxury Travel Holidays
- By Mary black
- Published 03/2/2010
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Luxury
can mean resorts, day spas, bath treatments, vintage wines, gourmet
foods and fine art museums. Luxury holiday seeking traveler can explore
exclusive hotels and hidden bed and breakfast inns; upscale salons and
trendy restaurants; or even set sail on a cruise for Hawaii. But luxury
is more a state of mind than how much you spend. With proper planning,
anyone can afford a stylish vacation.Planning includes
Travel agents versus online travel sites - Which is better for your trip?
- By Mary black
- Published 02/26/2010
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A few years ago it was virtually impossible
to plan a trip without the expert advice of a well-travelled and experienced
travel agent. Not only do they take the effort out of planning a vacation,
they also use their industry magic to score the best deals for you.
But times are changing, and these days you can plan everything at the
click of a mouse, from flights to accommodation and activities. So which
one is better - the good, old fashioned travel agent, or the modern
online travel sites? More importantly, which option will save you time
and money? Top holiday destinations for 2010
- By Mary black
- Published 02/25/2010
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2010 is already off to a good start now that the economy is starting to recover. More people are starting to dust off their passports and getting ready to travel, travel, travel. Whether they travel to foreign places or more familiar shores, they all want to experience the best that the world has to offer. And this is especially true after the last two years – more people want enriching experiences and would prefer these over more stuff. Give us memories of mountains, lions, and sandy beaches instead of the barrage of gadgets.
Thailand
- By Mary black
- Published 02/25/2010
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Thailand is giving some more
established countries such as France and Italy competition in the tourism
stakes: the country that promotes itself as the 'Land of Smiles’ is
becoming the destination for people who are looking to find sun, sea
and sand.
How to get car hire bliss in 5 easy steps
- By Mary black
- Published 02/25/2010
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You’ve booked the holiday of your dreams. It has taken you years to do this and you want things to run smoothly. The traveller’s insurance is taken care of, the accommodation is booked, and you know where you’re going to spend the majority of your time – the beach, of course.
Top performing airlines for 2009
- By Mary black
- Published 01/28/2010
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The South African airline that reported the biggest profit is SAA, which made a hefty R398 million profit for the year ending March 2009.
Interesting facts about Cape Town international airport
- By Mary black
- Published 01/27/2010
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Cape Town international
airport started life as D.F. Malan airport, named after Prime Minister
Daniel François Malan, in 1954. It dethroned the previous airport at
Wingfield.
South Africa Travel - How to choose the right holiday for you
- By Mary black
- Published 01/27/2010
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South Africa - one of the premier holiday
destinations in the world. A land of sunshine, blue skies, pristine
beaches, adrenaline activities galore, the Big Five, superlative wildlife
viewing, safaris, panoramic views and vistas, and of course, Cape Town.
But choosing the right type of holiday in this diverse country can be
challenging. Where to start? Should you spend time in the wilderness
of Mpumalanga, or lazing on a beach in the Mother City? Is the culture
of Durban your best bet, or savouring exquisite wines on a Winelands
tour? With so many things to do in South Africa and so little time to
do it in, a little help goes a long way when planning your South African
holiday.