TURNERS TRAVEL WELCOMES NEW STAFF MEMBER TO TEAM
WE wish to welcome Val Mardon to our Travel Team. Val has been in the travel industry for over ten years and is looking forward to meeting her new clients, and assisting Rachelle Smith in the Sales Department.
A330-200 AIRCRAFT FOR SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS
SIX new A330-200s have been leased to replace the A340-200s. The first of these exceptional A330 will be delivered in February 2011. All six will be delivered by the end of 2011. The cabin will consist of 36 Business Class seats and 186 Economy Class seats. The total number is 222 seats. The interior design complements the SAA lounge design, creating a continuous theme from the lounge to onboard. More information on the new exceptional A330-200s will be uploaded on Flysaa.com in the near future.
CAPE CYCLE TOUR - 13TH MARCH 2011
Transportation of Cycles by SAA
The efficient and safe carriage of your bicycle to and from Cape Town is of prime importance and every endeavour will be made by SAA to ensure that your bicycle receives the appropriate care and handling in carriage. Following, is a list of the arrangements to note, as well as some important hints:
Reservations:
Remember to inform your travel agent that your bicycle will be accompanying you at time of reservation.
Payment Options:
Your bicycle will be transported at a handling fee of R250.00 including VAT per sector, to and from Cape Town. Handling fees are payable at any Pick 'n Pay store of your choice and payment is applicable to all Cape Argus Cycle Tour participants travelling on SAA flights.
The applicable bicycle charge will be valid for transportation:
05 - 12 March 2011 to Cape Town
13 - 20 March 2011 from Cape Town
Packing of Bicycles:
Bicycles must be securely packed. Special boxes and bags are obtainable from bicycle outlets and associations. Please make use of this type of packaging as it prevents your bicycle from possible damage. South African Airways will not take liability for damages of bicycles if they are not securely packed in the special boxes or bags. Kindly ensure that the box or bag is clearly marked with your contact details. Handlebars should be turned parallel with the frame, pedals removed or turned inward, tyres deflated and the seat must be put down. All electronic equipment must be removed and transported separately. All Carbon Dioxide cylinders used to inflate bicycle tyres will be treated as Dangerous Goods and must be shipped as Cargo. Please note also that the carriage of bicycle tyres in the overhead compartment of the aircraft will not be allowed as the tyres do not meet the minimum size requirements and this may cause damage to both the aircraft and the bicycle equipment. The opening of bicycle boxes/bags may be conducted as a security measure.
Departing - O.R. Tambo International Airport:
Cyclists departing from Johannesburg must hand their bicycles in at the specially designated area at the Domestic Arrivals Terminal B Kerbside. (06h00 - 20h00). No assurance can be given that your bicycle will be carried on the same flight on which you are travelling. It is advisable for cyclists to hand their bicycles in from 05 -12 March 2011. Bicycles will be accepted only presentation of a passenger air ticket or the e-ticket printout and proof of payment. Ensure that you obtain a baggage claim tag (Limited Release Tag) at time of presenting your bicycle to South African Airways. Kindly note that South African Airways accepts limited liability in accordance with its General Conditions of Carriage for Passengers and Baggage.
Arrival - Cape Town International Airport:
Bicycles will be delivered to a specially designated area. Please be patient when waiting for the delivery of your bicycle - it may take a while to offload the container containing your bicycle. If your bicycle has bee forwarded on an earlier flight, it must be collected from the designated area. (Please follow the directional signage). Bicycles will only be delivered against a baggage claim tag (Limited Release Tag). On collection of the bicycle, the baggage claim must be presented together with your ID or passport. No collection can be made without the claim tag and for security measures the bicycle will not be released without proof of valid identification. Should a third party collect the bicycle on behalf of yourself, the person collecting the bicycle should be in possession of a copy of your ID or Passport as well as his/her own ID/Passport, a letter of authority from yourself and the baggage claim tag.
Bicycles can be collected between the hours of 08h00 and 23h00.
Departing - Cape Town International Airport
Cyclists departing from Cape Town must hand their bicycles in at the specially designated area (06h00 - 20h00). Bicycles will only be accepted on presentation of a passenger air ticket or the e-ticket printout and proof of payment. Where cyclists and bicycles arrive in Cape Town over a period of a few days, experience has shown that most cyclists tend to return on the Sunday/Monday after the Tour. The result is that the capacity for all bicycles is not always available. Your bicycle may, therefore, only arrive at your destination after you. 08h00 and 23h00.
Arrival - O.R. Tambo International Airport
Cyclists must collect their bicycles from the specially designated area at the Domestic Arrivals Terminal B Kerbside. Bicycles will only be delivered against a baggage claim tag (Limited Release Tag). On collection of the bicycle, the baggage claim must be presented together with your ID or Passport. No collection can be made without the claim tag and for security measures the bicycle will not be released without proof of valid identification. Should a third party collect the bicycle on behalf of yourself, the person collecting the bicycle should be in possession of a copy of your ID or Passport as well as his/her own, a letter of authority from yourself and the baggage claim tag.
Bicycles may only be collected between 06h00 and 20h00. Bicycles are to be retrieved within 7 days of the tour.
SAA LAUNCHES NON-STOP SERVICE BETWEEN JOHANNESBURG AND NEW YORK
EFFECTIVE 1st May 2011, SAA will offer their customers the convenience of flying non-stop between Johannesburg and New York. Our non-stop flights to New York will allow a full day in Johannesburg with an early morning arrival in New York. Further, the reduced travel time result in fast and efficient connections to several key US destinations such as Boston, Chicago, Florida, California, as well as Canada and the Caribbean," says Theunis Potgieter, SAA's General Manager: Commercial. The non-stop flight from Johannesburg to New York (SA203) will depart OR Tambo International Airport daily at 20h35 (SA local time) arriving John F. Kennedy International Airport at 06h40 (New York local time), whilst the non-stop flights from New York (SA204) will depart daily at 11h15 arriving in OR Tambo International Airport at 08h40. "SAA now offers the fastest and most comfortable ways to commute between Southern Africa and this major global hub. Travellers originating from other domestic points and Southern African countries like Namibia, Botswana, Mozambique, Angola, and Zambia and as far north as Kenya and Tanzania, can now be in New York with a single, quick connection via Johannesburg", says Potgieter. This new service will further strengthen Johannesburg's position as the major aviation hub in Sub Saharan Africa. SAA will utilize the Airbus 340-600 on this ultra long haul operation.
ETIHAD'S ESSENTIAL ABU DHABI AIRCRAFT TAKES TO THE SKIES
Etihad Airways has designated 2011 as "the year of Abu Dhabi" with the launch of its "Essential Abu Dhabi" destination marketing campaign. Designed to enhance Abu Dhabi's place as a top tourist and MICE destination, the campaign will see Etihad unveil a number of exciting promotional activities across the globe. In partnership with Avis India, Etihad continues to enhance the travel experience for premium customers on the ground with the extension of its complimentary luxury chauffeur service to five of the airline's destinations in India. Guests travelling in First and Business class from Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore or Hyderabad will now be able to enjoy the comfort of a luxury car when travelling to and from the airport.
THOMPSONS HOLIDAYS
CAPE TOWN - 2 NIGHTS AT THE 4* PROTEA HOTEL PRESIDENT
Valid from 1st October 2010 - 31st August 2011
Self-drive from R738 per person sharing
Ex Jnb/Dur from R2484 per person sharing
Ex Plz from R2137 per person sharing
Fly in packages include:
- Return flights to Cape Town including airline levy
- 2 Days Avis car hire
- 2 Nights accommodation at the 4* Protea Hotel President in a sea-facing room
- Bonus - 20% discount off your entire bill at Cape Town Fish Market Restaurants. 2 Kids under 12 sharing with adults stay free (Prokids).
Terms & Conditions:
- Prices are from a starting price and per person sharing, subject to change due to airfare increases and availability.
- Valid for dates specified.
- Thompson's Standard Terms and Conditions apply. E & OE.
- Please note airport taxes, fuel levies and surcharges are approximate and are subject to change - the exact amount will be confirmed at time of booking. Please note that high season supplements may apply.
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DISNEY CRUISE LINES - DISNEY DREAM
Package Price: R19,308
Taxes, fees & other: R2,893
Total package price: R22,201 PER PERSON
Valid from: 10th April 2011 to 17th April 2011
Hotel: Disney Dream - Disney Cruise Lines
Duration: 7 Nights
Package Includes:
- Return flights to Orlando on Delta Air Lines
- Return Disney Magic Express shuttle Transfers
- 3 nights accommodation at Disney's All Star Resort
- Magic Kingdom Park
- Epcot
- Disney's Hollywood Studios
- Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park
- Added value: Kids under 18 stay free when sharing with 2 adults
- Return airport to port transfers
- 4 Nights Bahamian cruise - Disney Dream in an inside Cabin
- All meals and entertainment on board
- Port charges & Taxes
Terms & Conditions:
- Prices are from a starting price per person sharing, subject to change, airfare increase, currency fluctuations and availability.
- Taxes are estimated and based on the current exchange rate and are subject to change.
- Advance purchase, peak season surcharges, block out periods and minimum stay conditions apply.
- Please note that airport taxes, fuel levies & surcharges are approximate and subject to change, the exact amount will be confirmed at time of booking.
- Valid for dates as specified.
- Group rates available on request.
- Thompson's Standard Terms & Conditions may apply. E & OE.
Exclusions:
Items of a personal nature. Meals not mentioned. Travel and medical insurance.
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Kindly contact Graham Moore at XL Turners Travel on 031 368 8000 for bookings or enquiries.
MARCH 2011 LUCKY DRAW COMPETITION
Palm Dune Beach lodge is nestled on a pristine stretch of Kwazulu Natal Dolphin coast just 55km north of Durban, step off the property onto our expansive golden beaches and enjoy the warmth of the majestic Indian ocean while soaking up raise from the African sun. Palm dune boasts 44 en suite, air conditioned rooms, two superbly appointed conference facilities (one with a 47-seater auditorium equipped with movie quality big screen and surround sound), and the larger of the two holding up to 200 people. We have two sparkling swimming pools, a fully catered restaurant & bar overlooking the ocean, as well as a private tropical decked boma area for intimate weddings, braais and dinners.
Visit www.palmdune.co.za for further information.
This month, one lucky reader stands the chance to win the following wonderful prize:-
2 NIGHT STAY FOR 2 ADULTS INCLUDING BREAKFAST
To enter our lucky draw competition, all you need to do is make any travel booking during February 2011 and email your name and company name to Rachelle: rachelles@turnergroup.co.za
Or, simply fill in your details below and click enter competition.
