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SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS VACATIONS® PUTS SOUTH AFRICA ON SALE WITH AN AIR-INCLUSIVE CAPE TOWN AND SAFARI PACKAGE STARTING AT $2,299* PER PERSON

Children under 12 travel for just $1,155* per child

Fort Lauderdale, FL (October 8, 2018) – South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®), the leisure division of South African Airways, has introduced a 6-night air-inclusive “South Africa on Sale” vacation package that offers travelers the opportunity to visit Cape Town and experience an African safari starting at just $2,299* per person with children age 12 and under at just $1,155* per child. The “South Africa on Sale” package is available for travel between January 10 – March 31, 2019 and includes air transportation from New York-JFK or Washington-Dulles on South African Airways, Africa’s most awarded airline, 4-nights’ accommodations at the Sun Square Cape Town City Bowl hotel and 2-nights’accommodations at the Mongena Game Lodge in the malaria free northwestern section of Dinokeng Game Reserve, round-trip airport transfers, and meet and greet services by SAA Vacations® representatives.

The Sun Square Cape Town City Bowl is a hip new hotel located in Cape Town’s city center with close proximity to trendy restaurants, boutique shops, local craft markets, vibrant night life and major tourist attractions in the “Mother City”. Guests will enjoy contemporary appointed rooms, complimentary breakfast served daily, flat-screen TV’s and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. Also included is a full day tour of the Cape Peninsula where travelers will take in majestic views at the famous Chapman’s Peak, see the playful penguins at Boulder’s Beach, and stop at the Cape of Good Hope, the romantic meeting place of the mighty Atlantic and Indian Oceans. The Mongena Game Lodge is a 4-star rated family-friendly safari lodge located in the malaria- free Dinokeng Game Reserve, the only big five game reserve in Gauteng, the province where Johannesburg is located. The lodge, located on nearly a 70-acre scenic dam flanked by the Pienaars and Boekenhut rivers, features the Kingfisher restaurant with an a la carte menu featuring both local and international gourmet cuisine, an outdoor pool, and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Each air-conditioned suite offers flat-screen televisions, coffee/tea facilities, and nightly turn-down service. Guests will enjoy daily morning and afternoon game drives to view Africa’s exciting Big 5 wildlife and more. Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included on safari.

"South Africa is a once in a lifetime experience that should be one everyone’s travel wish list. With daily flights from the U.S., our air-inclusive 'South Africa on Sale' package is perfect for travelers looking for the best value to visit this incredible destination.” said Terry von Guilleaume, president of South African Airways Vacations®. “And, with our child friendly pricing on this package it also makes, the perfect trip for the whole family”.

 

The package details are:

“South Africa on Sale” - $2,299*

  • Roundtrip international economy class airfare from New York, JFK, or Washington, Dulles, to Johannesburg, South Africa, on South African Airways

  • Domestic flights to Cape Town on South African Airways

  • 3-nights’ accommodation at the Sun Square Cape Town City Bowl with daily breakfast

  • Full-day Cape Peninsula tour

  • 2-nights’ accommodation at the Mongena Game Lodge with all meals included

  • Twice daily safari game drives

  • Airport transfers in South Africa and meet and greet service by South African Airways Vacations’ representative

 

Travelers should contact their professional travel consultant or call 1-855-359-7228. South African Airways Vacations® offers vacation options for all budgets, with African Specialists on hand to ensure clients experience the vacation of their dreams. For a complete overview of vacation packages to Africa, visit www.flysaavacations.com.

 

About South African Airways Vacations®

A division of South African Airways (SAA), South African Airways Vacations® (SAA Vacations®) is highly regarded for its wide array of affordable luxury packages to Africa and uses SAA’s extensive route network to create packages for travel throughout South Africa, Botswana, Victoria Falls, Namibia, Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Tanzania, Senegal, Ghana and the Indian Ocean Islands. Offering more than 80 air-inclusive packages, which range from value to superb luxury. Our specialty-themed programs offer unique experiences, whether you are interested in safaris, culture, cuisine, romance and adventure. The program is managed and fulfilled by DSA Vacations, founded in 2001, and offers an extensive portfolio of tour programs with a variety of hotels, game lodges, and safari companies throughout Southern Africa.

About South African Airways

South African Airways (SAA), South Africa’s national flag carrier and the continent’s most awarded airline, serves over 75 destinations worldwide in partnership with SA Express, Airlink and its low costcarrier Mango. In North America, SAA operates daily nonstop flights from New York-JFK and direct flights from Washington D.C.-IAD (via Accra, Ghana and Dakar, Senegal) to Johannesburg. SAA has partnerships with United Airlines, Air Canada, JetBlue Airways, American Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines, which offer convenientconnections from more than 100 cities in the U.S. and Canada to SAA’s flights. SAA is a Star Alliance member and the recipient of the Skytrax 4-star rating for 16 consecutive years.


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*Terms & Conditions

*Price is per person based on double occupancy and economy class flights. Valid as of Sep 12, 2018 for departures from New York (JFK) or Washington Dulles (IAD) valid for travel between Jan 10 – Mar 31, 2019 with the same itinerary available at higher prices during other travel periods. Other departure points and domestic flights within the U.S. can be booked. Price for other departure cities and/or travel dates may vary. Subject to availability and currency exchange rate fluctuations. Prices are valid for new bookings only, are not retroactive and may change without notice. Package includes all government and airline imposed taxes and fees. Baggage and optional service fees, cancellation charges and other restrictions may apply