Showing posts with label ASK ARTHUR FROMMER. Show all posts
Showing posts with label ASK ARTHUR FROMMER. Show all posts

Sunday, July 24, 2011

2012 Safari Roll Out


2AFRIKA, INC.
rolled out the first of it's 2012 East Africa Safari's this weekend.


First off is a 5-day safari in Kenya, Mt. Kenya & Maasai Mara Adventure with Keekorok, which departs every Thursday from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. This exciting adventure has a starting from price of only $1,299 per person and in certain seasons, no single supplement applies.

Next up is the Kenya Classic, a 7-day safari that visits Nairobi, the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Amboseli National Park at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro. This safari departs every Monday, Thursday, and Saturday from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport at a starting from price of only $1,899 per person and once again, in certain seasons, no single supplement applies.

The current roll out also features Simba Serena – an 8-day safari in Tanzania that visits Arusha, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, the Olduvai Gorge and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, the Ngorongoro Crater and finally, Tarangire National Park! With a starting from price of only $2,049 per person, Simba Serena is sure to be a winner!

All 2AFRIKA safaris 'connect' to create longer journeys in Africa and 2AFRIKA's safari specialists are on hand Toll-Free on 1-866-462-2374 during business hours to assist safari planners each and every step of the way.

Tune in to One Voice From Africa, the official radio talk show of 2AFRIKA for more details.

Thursday, July 21, 2011

Electricity Rationing in Tanzania

According to reports from the BBC the Tanzanian authorities are imposing severe electricity rationing, to save the remaining water in its hydro-electric dams, which are at critically low levels because of the drought that is currently gripping East Africa. But the Tanzania Electricity Supply Company promises that essential facilities such as hospitals will not be affected. Tanzania relies for more than half its power on its giant hydroelectric dams. A spokesperson for Tanesco, Badra Masoud, said "There is going to be rationing, but not for 24 hours. Some people won't have electricity between 8:00PM and 6:00AM; others will lose electricity from 6:00PM to 11:00PM." The dams are expected to begin filling again once the rainy season gets under way in September.

How this ‘electricity rationing’ will affect the safari lodges in the National Parks is anyone’s guess at this time. 

Friday, June 3, 2011

2AFRIKA, INC. announces unique travel savings with its 'Rejuvenation' Safari


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Botswana Prices now Very Affordable

2AFRIKA, INC. announces unique travel savings with its 'Rejuvenation' Safari

NEW YORK, June 03, 20112AFRIKA, INC. (http://www.2afrika.com) has launched an affordable 'Rejuvenation' Safari to Botswana’s Central Kalahari & the Okavango Delta.

African safaris have a reputation for delivering exotic, exclusive experiences. Yet these spectacular adventures often come with high price tags, and travelers typically don’t know how to save money when venturing into the unknown territory of Safari planning for Africa.

That has changed, thanks to 2AFRIKA, INC. (http://www.2afrika.com), an established 16-year-old African Safari Tour Operator that specializes in "Keeping Africa Affordable." 2AFRIKA has just announced its 8-day 'Rejuvenation' Safari to Botswana’s Central Kalahari & the Okavango Delta, offering prices never seen before. With these special prices, it’s now possible to Safari within Botswana and experience firsthand its wild, rugged untamed beauty at a budget price.

"I’m thrilled about this 'Rejuvenation' Safari to Botswana’s Central Kalahari & the Okavango Delta, which will motivate travelers to follow their dreams and make the commitment to visit my magnificent Continent," says Kenneth Hieber, Founder & President of 2AFRIKA, INC. Analysts are already predicting increases in travel and we’re seeing that starting to come into effect. Yet 2AFRIKA, INC. has worked hard to create this 'Rejuvenation' Safari to Botswana and to keep the prices very affordable for a limited time only."

2AFRIKA’s 'Rejuvenation' Safari to Botswana prices run through November 30, 2011 and is showcased exclusively through 2AFRIKA’s website: http://www.2afrika.com. This package deal is for travel during anytime through November 30, 2011, and must be reserved, confirmed and paid for within these select dates. Ideal for anyone looking to cash in on a unique, yet affordable adventure to Africa — this Safari provides the ultimate chance for great savings.

"We all like to save money and I expect this promotion to be as big as those that we have previously launched," Hieber says. "Considering what you’re getting for the price this is a very valuable opportunity in terms of just how affordable these priceless experiences actually are."

Contact:

Kenneth R. Hieber
Founder & President
2AFRIKA, INC.

Phone: 1-201-360-0558
Toll-Free: 1-866-462-2374

Sunday, March 6, 2011

Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel Magazine - March Issue, 2011
In their March issue, Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel Magazine recommended that you DARE TO GO BIG - and on page 35 and 36, Brad Tuttle featured a terrific article onSAFARIS2AFRIKA was featured under "Operation Safari" an ALL-INCLUSIVE EPIC - Tanzania and Kenya.

Read more at Budget Travel Online or on 2AFRIKA's website - see AFFORDABLE KENYA & TANZANIA

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Affordable Kenya Safari


One Voice From Africa – thrilled to welcome Mario Frangoulis to the show




Great show this evening on One Voice From Africa – thank you all for listening in! "Have You Heard" featured new and enticing trips to Cape Town and the Western Cape which you cannot afford to miss.

Botswana was the topic of conversation this evening brought to you by Botswana Tourism and National Geographic Entertainment. Botswana of course the location for the just-released "The Last Lions" by filmmakers Dereck and Beverly Joubert and told by Jeremy IronsCause An Uproarand help prevent these magnificent creatures from extinction.

Ed Ewert popped in for "Behind The Lens" this evening and he shared some really valuable information with our listeners. Great tips, great presenter, great friend, Ed will leave to Zimbabwe in May with a group of photographers and we’ll be bringing you live coverage of his trip.

Zimbabwe of course formerly known as Rhodesia and the birthplace of an 'incredible' voice from Africa, Mario Frangoulis who is set to perform with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra in Dallas this March 9th. Mario is going to talk with us on One Voice From Africa in March so be sure to tune in to that episode – and look for his music wherever you are! You can find him in the Apple iTunes store, Amazon.com and many other outlets. Visit Mario’swebsite to learn more.

Ard Matthews and the guys from Just Jinjir performed 'What He Means' and 'Sugarman' and the beautiful and very talented Natalie Gamsu performed 'The Click Song'. Natalie has just released her second album MISFIT – you can order your copy by clicking here.

Michael Gonzalez-Wallace joins us tomorrow with his segment 'Fit To Travel' and invites listeners to call in and ask him questions. He will give his first caller an autographed copy of Super Body Super Brain and 2 DVD’s.

Remember the New York Times Travel Show at the Jacob Javits Center this coming weekend. South African Tourism will be there and I will be joining them and delivering a talk on 'food and wine' – whatever you do, do not miss the Frommer’s – Arthur and his daughter Pauline are presenters on Saturday. Talking of the Frommer’s, 2AFRIKA is pleased to be featured in Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel Magazine (March issue) out in bookstores and newsstands shortly.

That wraps up this evenings episode of One Voice From Africa – follow along on Twitter and become friends on Face Book of either One Voice From Africa OR 2AFRIKA.

Saturday, February 12, 2011

2AFRIKA launches Affordable Kenya Safari


Keeping Africa Affordable, 2AFRIKA, now in its 16th year reintroduces a favorite safari in collaboration with Sarova Hotels, one of the largest chains of hotels and lodges in Kenya and East Africa

2AFRIKA’s 7-day Affordable Kenya Safari launched on the company’s website today with prices starting from only $1,699 per person. Well known for promoting budget travel to Africa, 2AFRIKA has collaborated with Sarova Hotels and created a well structured safari which visits the Mt. Kenya Forest, Shaba National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park and the world famous Maasai Mara National Reserve.

The Affordable Kenya Safari includes 6 nights’ accommodation at Sarova properties, 18 meals, and 8 safari game viewing drives, and operates every Friday from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

2AFRIKA, in conjunction with Virgin Atlantic Airways and Kenya Airways offers excellent airfares to the destination from several US gateway cities and during certain seasons, common-rates the fare from the east and the west coast of the United States making it more affordable than ever before for travelers in the Los Angeles and San Francisco areas.

2AFRIKA encourages its passengers to review the April through June departures, which are available from only $1,699 per person. No single supplement applies during that period making the Affordable Kenya Safari a very attractive option for single travelers who wish to enjoy the privacy of their own accommodation without paying any additional fees.

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

2AFRIKA relocates to new office space

Effective immediately, 2AFRIKA, INC. has relocated its United States office to:

444 Washington Blvd., Suite 2518
Jersey City, NJ
07310

The Toll-Free telephone number remains 1-866-462-2374 and the 1-212-385-9770 number routes to the new numbers, which are:

Phone: 1-201-360-0558
Fax: 1-201-365-9553
After-Hours: 1-917-470-9996

The move enables 2AFRIKA’s President, Kenneth Hieber, to be able to feature ONE VOICE FROM AFRICA during the ‘Prime Time’ hours of 7 – 10PM EST.

2AFRIKA extends its gratitude to all of its valued past, present and future passengers for their patience during this transition which ought to complete its final stage(s) this week ending February 4th, 2011.

Sunday, January 2, 2011

ONE VOICE FROM AFRICA takes to the air tomorrow from New York City

ONE VOICE FROM AFRICA takes to the air tomorrow from New York City with the pilot episode going live at 4:00PM EST.

Unlike any other radio talk show, ONE VOICE FROM AFRICA focuses solely on African tourism. Over the course of the season, listeners will learn how to get there, where to go, when to go, how to get around, what to pack and much more.

Hosted by 2AFRIKA, INC.’s founder & president Kenneth R. Hieber ONE VOICE FROM AFRICA features a lineup of distinguished guests whose intimate knowledge on Africa stems from their African nativity. Hieber and his guests help you organize your African travel arrangements without you having to spend hours researching web sites, reading 100’s of guidebooks, or trying to do it yourself, hoping you have invested your hard-earned dollars wisely.

Visit ONE VOICE FROM AFRICA (the official web site), the ONE VOICE FROM AFRICA section on the 2AFRIKA website for current and upcoming schedules and topics as well as the official ONE VOICE FROM AFRICA 'station' on BLOGTALKRADIO, to learn more!

Have questions you need answered? Simply call us on 1-619-639-4749 during the second segment of the broadcast and talk to the experts!

Listen to ONE VOICE FROM AFRICA and 'plan to save'.

This weeks line up includes introductions to South Africa. Listeners are introduced to extraordinary talent from Africa with the smooth sensual sounds of recording artist Natalie Gamsu. Ed Ewert introduces photographic lessons each Tuesday from 'Behind the Lens' at the top of the second segment and Marion Valderrama brings you the 'Flavor of the Week' at the top of the first segment each Thursday.

This and much more from the nations foremost travel authority on African tourism.

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Virgin Atlantic Airways, Kenya Airways & 2AFRIKA announce 'Spring Safari Special'

African safaris are exotic, exclusive experiences and often come with high price tags. But when three great partners put their resources to the test, the results are oftentimes 'incredible'!

2AFRIKA, INC. ( http://www.2afrika.com/ ), an established New York City based African Safari Tour Operator that specializes in 'Keeping Africa Affordable', Virgin Atlantic Airways and Kenya Airways have done it again with the introduction of THE GRAND COMBO, a 16-day 'air-inclusive' Safari to Kenya and Tanzania starting from only $4,669 per person (including all fuel surcharges and airline taxes).

THE GRAND COMBO operates year round but in April and May of 2011, travelers who yearn to visit East Africa on Safari can do so for only $4,669 per person - including air!

This amazing adventure begins from the travelers choice of New York (JFK), Newark Liberty, Boston, Washington DC, Miami, Orlando, Las Vegas, Los Angeles or San Francisco (all at no additional cost) - travels to London and onward to Nairobi.

In East Africa, the adventure continues to the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, Amboseli National Park, Lake Manyara National Park, Serengeti National Park, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Olduvai Gorge, the Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park.

2AFRIKA's Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, stated that he had not seen such affordable pricing since the late nineties.

THE GRAND COMBO includes all flights (incl. fuel surcharges & taxes), 12 nights’ accommodation, 36 meals, 17 safari game drives, a visit to a Maasai Manyatta (homestead) and all National Park entrance fees. In April & May, the single supplement that oftentimes becomes prohibitive for single travelers is waived, and the Safari comes with 2AFRIKA's 'Money Back Guarantee'.

"There can be no better time to enjoy an African Safari to Kenya and Tanzania," said Hieber at 2AFRIKA's head office in New York City, "and I encourage travelers to take full advantage of these incredible prices as soon as possible as space is limited and offers like these don't come along every day!"

For more information, view THE GRAND COMBO at http://www.2afrika.com/.

About 2AFRIKA, INC.:
2AFRIKA, INC. is one of the world's premier African destination management companies focusing solely on Africa. Headquartered in New York City, New York, we meticulously prepare travel arrangements to more than 18 African countries and Indian Ocean Islands. We are engaged in every aspect of African travel planning including flights, accommodations, transportation, sightseeing tours, adrenaline activities and much more. We are extremely committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable' and 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of our valued passengers!

Saturday, November 6, 2010

South African Airways and 2AFRIKA announce airfare to Kenya - $1,299 round-trip

Fly from JFK to Nairobi with SAA and enjoy a 9-Day Kenya Safari from only $2,899 + tax



NEW YORK, November 6, 2010 -- African safaris are reputed to be exotic, exclusive experiences. Yet these spectacular adventures often come with high price tags, and travelers typically don’t know how to save money when venturing into the unknown territory of Safari planning for Africa.

2AFRIKA, INC., an established New York City based African Safari Tour Operator that specializes in 'Keeping Africa Affordable' and South African Airways have just announced a new special published fare from New York – JFK to Nairobi, Kenya. With convenient flight schedules from New York-JFK via the Johannesburg hub, SAA offers one of the fastest connections to this exciting and adventurous East African destination.

“In addition to our convenient schedules and strong route network of destinations in Southern Africa, SAA is making East Africa even more accessible,” a spokesperson for the Star Alliance airline added.

Now you can enjoy the superior in-flight services of South African Airways from JFK to Nairobi (via Johannesburg). Passengers must make their reservations between November 6 – 26, 2010 and travel between November 6 to December 9, 2010 or January 15 - February 28, 2011.

“South African Airways departs daily at 10:40AM from JFK getting you into Nairobi the following day at 7:05PM,” said 2AFRIKA,’s Kenneth Hieber, “which is perfect for travelers joining our Kenya and Kenya/ Tanzania Combination Safaris.”

2AFRIKA had collaborated with South African Airways’ and launched a 9-day ‘air-inclusive’ Kenya safari starting from $2,899 p/p (excl. tax). Including round trip air from JFK, this safari visits Nairobi, the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Amboseli National Park at the foot of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Nine safari game viewing drives, 16 meals, and 6 nights superior accommodation are included.

For more information, visit THE KENYA EXPERIENCE at 2AFRIKA's website.


2AFRIKA, INC. is one of the world's premier African destination management companies focusing solely on Africa. Headquartered in New York City, New York, we meticulously prepare travel arrangements to more than 18 African countries and Indian Ocean Islands. We are engaged in every aspect of African travel planning including flights, accommodations, transportation, sightseeing tours, adrenaline activities and much more. We are extremely committed to 'Keeping Africa Affordable' and 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism' but most importantly, the comfort, security and safety of our valued passengers!

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

AFFORDABLE OKAVANGO DELTA - A scheduled 7 day Safari in the Okavango Delta


2AFRIKA, INC. is fully committed to your Satisfaction, Security, and Safety at all times, and is actively involved in 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism'

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

AFFORDABLE OKAVANGO DELTA


In New York City today, America’s trendsetting destination specialist 2AFRIKA, INC. launched AFFORDABLE OKAVANGO DELTA – a scheduled 7-day Safari in the sought after Okavango Delta of Botswana. AFFORDABLE OKAVANGO DELTA departs every day from Maun International Airport and is priced from $1,999 p/p sharing accommodation.

With such an affordable Okavango Delta Safari available, for the FIRST TIME in the United States, there can be no doubt that this will be the next ‘best seller’ in the 2AFRIKA, INC. portfolio – but be cautioned . . . the Okavango Delta Camps are intimate camps with limited space available. SO ACT FAST – at such remarkable prices, with limited space available during the year, you’ll want to get ‘ahead of the pack’ and reserve your space for a Safari of a lifetime just as soon as possible!

For more information, visit 2AFRIKA, INC.

2AFRIKA, INC. is fully committed to your Satisfaction, Security, and Safety at all times, and is actively involved in 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism'

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

KENYA TOURISM BOARD & 2AFRIKA JOIN FORCES AND LAUNCH 'MAKE TRACKS WITH SAROVA IN KENYA' STARTING AT $1,599


The Kenya Tourism Board and 2AFRIKA, INC. have joined forces and launched 'MAKE TRACKS WITH SAROVA IN KENYA', a scheduled 7 day Safari in Kenya starting at $1,599 per person

'MAKE TRACKS WITH SAROVA IN KENYA' visits Nairobi, Shaba National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park and the famous Maasai Mara national Park, and originates from Nairobi every Monday and Thursday

Priced through December 15th, 2011, now is the time to take advantage of great safari prices!






2AFRIKA, INC. is fully committed to your Satisfaction, Security, and Safety at all times, and is actively involved in 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism'

Friday, June 18, 2010

ES’CAPE TO THE WILD & CAPE TOWN WITH 2AFRIKA, INC. & SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS


In New York City today, America’s trendsetting destination specialist 2AFRIKA, INC. launched ES’CAPE TO THE WILD & CAPE TOWN – a scheduled 8-day Safari in South Africa that departs every day from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport.ES’CAPE TO THE WILD & CAPE TOWN starts in Johannesburg and depending on what time of the day you arrive, (2AFRIKA recommends the superior in-flight services of South African Airways daylight flight from New York City’s John F. Kennedy International Airport which arrives into Johannesburg at 8:30AM local time), you’ll have time to enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city of Johannesburg, Soweto or nearby Pretoria!

Your next stop is Hoedspruit and the super luxurious Shiduli Private Game Lodge located just beyond the border of Karongwe Private game Reserve where you spend 3 nights in luxurious accommodations, enjoy all meals daily as well as two game safari activities each day.

Then you head to South Africa’s ‘Mother City’ – Cape Town for a 3-night stay including breakfast daily. Activities in Cape Town include a morning half-day Cape Town City Sightseeing Tour including Table Mountain (weather permitting) and a full-day Cape Peninsula Sightseeing Tour.Priced at only $1,699 p/p through December 15, 2011, ES’CAPE TO THE WILD & CAPE TOWN is the perfect platform product to use to enable you to visit other parts of south and southern Africa such as the glorious Garden Route (the route from Cape Town in the west to Port Elizabeth in the east). No trip to South Africa is complete without a side-trip to the smoke-that-thunders . . . the Victoria Falls and 2AFRIKA, INC. enables you to add on a perfect 3-day/2-night extension to Livingstone from Johannesburg with their fine product THE SMOKE THAT THUNDERS.

For more information visit 2AFRIKA, INC.



2AFRIKA, INC. is fully committed to your Satisfaction, Security, and Safety at all times, and is actively involved in 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism'

Saturday, June 12, 2010

FIFA WORLD CUP SOCCER - SOUTH AFRICA 2010 - Ties open first day of World Cup soccer Host South Africa tie Mexico 1-1 to open World Cup, France and Uruguay tie 0-0

The Fans go Wild!



2AFRIKA, INC. is fully committed to your Satisfaction, Security, and Safety at all times, and is actively involved in 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism'

Sunday, June 6, 2010

VOICE OF AMERICA NEWS REPORTS 2AFRIKA'S OPINION ON 2010 WORLD CUP FEVER





2AFRIKA, INC. is fully committed to your Satisfaction, Security, and Safety at all times, and is actively involved in 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism'

Monday, May 31, 2010

JOHANNESBURG, the place to be 'scene'


Want the new 'scoop' on why Johannesburg is the 'in-place' to be 'scene'? Sign-up for our newsletter and stay up to date on the latest African trends, safaris, and destination information.

For the moment – let’s let the pictures prove to be worth a thousand words!





2AFRIKA, INC. is fully committed to your Satisfaction, Security, and Safety at all times, and is actively involved in 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism'

NATURAL LUXURY – the one safari experience you must not miss!


We’re about to launch a new series of the most 'affordable luxury' safaris in South Africa that you'll not want to miss! Stay up to date on the latest African trends, safaris, and destination information by signing-up to 2AFRIKA’s newsletter NOW!

For the moment – let’s let the pictures prove to be worth a thousand words!





2AFRIKA, INC. is fully committed to your Satisfaction, Security, and Safety at all times, and is actively involved in 'Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism'