Highlights of 'One Voice from Africa' this week!

Ndela Edwards' company E-Z Tours - Ndela and I co-hosted "The Cultural Connection" on 'One Voice From Africa' this evening

"The Last Lions" in Theaters NOW - filmed by Dereck & Beverly Joubert and told by Jeremy Irons

Always so very accommodating - Artur Frommer and Pauline Frommer between breaks at the New York Times Travel Shown this past weekend at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City

National Geographic Entertainment presents "The Last Lions" in theaters now! SEE IT!

Indeed - South Africa IS possible

Film makers Dereck & Beverly Joubert filming "The Last Lions" now in theaters!

ABC's 'The Bachelor' - final episode shot in South Africa - we'll be telling you much more about the diversity of South Africa - don't forget the finale on ABC on Monday March 14th!

Just being  'goofy' at Cape Point during the filming of ANOTHER COUNTRY THROUGH MY EYES!

Natalie Gamsu delivered a fine performance on One Voice From Africa this evening!

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2AFRIKA’S KENYA CLASSIC SAFARI AS REPORTED BY ARTHUR FROMMER

THURSDAY, JANUARY 28, 2010
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

In an article reported by Arthur Frommer in the San Francisco Chronicle recently, he made mention of an all-inclusive Safari to Kenya for $2,849 per person.

We have had many callers communicate with us with regards to this Safari which does NOT appear on our website appropriately. This BLOG is intended to clarify the details of the report in the hope that it will clear the unnecessary confusion.

The Safari DOES exist – it is named KENYA CLASSIC and is found on 2AFRIKA’s home page or in the Kenya Portfolio. When you review the itinerary, you will see that it is a 7-Day Safari originating and terminating in Nairobi. The routing takes in Nairobi, the Maasai Mara National Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Amboseli National Park. It is priced at $1,399 + tax of $195 per person for all departures throughout April and May of 2010. Additionally, there is no ‘single supplement’ applicable which is very advantageous to single travelers.

The reported price is perfectly accurate at $2,849 per person, the difference being made up of the airfare to and from Nairobi. This fare is good for departures from San Francisco or Los Angeles via London with continuation service to Nairobi.

With the airlines fluctuating their prices and taxes so frequently nowadays, we have chosen to eliminate the ‘air portion’ from our website simply because keeping updated is very labor intensive, and unending!

We do hope that this clarifies the accuracy of the report and we apologize for any inconvenience which may have been caused – but it is accurate as reported and will remain so as long as space is available.

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AFRICA FOR BEGINNERS - THE ULTIMATE AFRICA TRAVEL PLANNING GUIDE by Kenneth R. Hieber

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

2AFRIKA, INC. Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber added AFRICA FOR BEGINNERS – THE ULTIMATE TRAVEL PLANNING GUIDE to the companies evolving website today!

“Despite what you may think, planning a trip to Africa is very simple” is how Hieber opened the dialogue in the document he believes will assist American travelers to Africa cut through the ‘clutter’ and get up-to-date information clearly posted and to the point.

AFRICA FOR BEGINNERS – THE ULTIMATE TRAVEL PLANNING GUIDE is far from complete for Hieber plans to guide travelers from Cape Town to Cairo and the project will be very carefully prepared.

Hieber intends asking ‘retuning passengers’ to let him have excerpts from their African experiences to enhance the already handsome page. “If I have to, I will start ‘breaking-it-down’ into more manageable pages for people to digest,” said Hieber in New York City today.

When asked why he embarked upon this project, Hieber replied, “I frequently talk to passengers about particular destinations. One such destination that comes to mind is the Victoria Falls. When I hear passengers wanting to visit the Victoria Falls in the dry season, I generally ask for an email address and email them two photographs to show them what they are in for. And 9 times out of 10, there is an immediate change of plan in the itinerary.”

So Hieber decided to start scripting AFRICA FOR BEGINNERS – THE ULTIMATE TRAVEL PLANNING GUIDE to expose all potential travelers to Africa to the honest facts.

He continued by adding “There is not one guidebook or website that I am aware of that will show you the ‘down-side’ of a destination. You always only see the Victoria Falls in full flood, which naturally will lure you to the destination. Imagine the disappointment when one learns the hard way by investing in a destination, getting there and then seeing the reality of the situation. I will not permit my passengers to believe that which is not (knowingly) for I am fully committed to corporate social responsibility in tourism.”

Recently interviewed by Arthur Frommer on WOR Talk Radio, Hieber points out that in a follow up blog item posted by Arthur Frommer, mention is made of his trustworthiness, which, Frommer adds, he respects.

“It’s the only way I can be,” concluded Hieber

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During March and April, a Major African Safari Operator Makes Its Single Supplements and Air Add-ons Disappear - Posted by Arthur Frommer 9/9/2009

A company called 2AFRIKA (http://www.2afrika.com/), run by South African expatriate Kenneth Hieber (who became a naturalized American citizen last month) is one of the most active of safari operators. It is not the cheapest of the safari operators. That accolade belongs to Lion World Tours, which is presently charging from $2,499 to $2,899 for most of its air-included winter and spring safaris (and $2,099 for a handful of March/April departures). 2AFRIKA has announced a basic price of $2,949 per person for most of its weeklong safaris in 2010, including round-trip airfare between New York and Nairobi.

But 2AFRIKA has announced further big news for next year: it is eliminating the single room supplement for all departures in March, April and May, yet supplying such single persons with a room to themselves in the various games park lodges.

Moreover, and perhaps more important, 2AFRIKA is "common-rating" throughout the nation the airfare it provides as part of its safari package. In other words, persons flying to Nairobi from Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Miami will pay the very same total price that is charged to persons flying from New York (air transportation will be on Virgin Atlantic Airways to and from London, connecting there to Kenya Airways to and from Nairobi).

You'll get all the information you need from 2AFRIKA's website or by calling tel. 866/462-2374, and participants will receive all the classic ingredients of a high quality African safari in Kenya, where African wildlife is usually seen in large numbers.

Ken Hieber presented this information when I interviewed him last Sunday on the noontime radio program my daughter and I present. I asked him quite pointedly why the months of March and April are regarded as "low season" in Kenya, thus explaining the single room concession. He explained, as all safari operators do, that in March and April near-daily rainfalls are experienced in the afternoon in countries such as Kenya; that the periods of such rainfall are short and limited; and that they have very little impact on the enjoyment of a safari. I have heard the same explanation on numerous occasions from people, like Ken Hieber, whose trustworthiness I respect.

I'd suggest you carefully compare the dates, duration, features and prices of 2AFRIKA's weeklong safaris to Kenya with the somewhat similar products of Lion World Tours, and then make your decision. Both appear to be fine companies.

THE PLACE OF THE ROCK - a 'cutting edge' Luxury African Safari from $149 per night

MONDAY, MARCH 02ND, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Join Kenneth R. Hieber and ‘special-guests’ right after The Travel Show presented by Arthur and Pauline Frommer at 2:00PM (EST) on Sunday March 22nd, 2009 for a Webinar presentation to introduce ‘The Place of the Rock’. Details will be posted shortly so save the date

For further information on this Blog post or any Safari in the 2AFRIKA Experience, visit us online at 2afrika.com or contact 2AFRIKA, INC. Founder & President Kenneth R. Hieber on (212) 385-9770 (EST)

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism

FOUR GREAT AFRICAN SAFARIS AT FOUR GREAT PRICES – an update from 2AFRIKA, INC.’s Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber

MONDAY, MARCH 02ND, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CLASSIC KENYA, KIFARU, DUMA and EAST AFRICAN EXPLORER all go on sale tomorrow, March 03rd, 2009

For all new reservations effective March 03rd, 2009, the starting prices for these great Safaris have reduced to a mere $1,599 - $3,399 per person sharing accommodation

2AFRIKA, INC. invites its passengers to make use of the companies highly subsidized Consolidator Airfares or to take care of their own air arrangements

‘Effective immediately, prices will no longer be posted on individual Safari pages,’ said 2AFRIKA’s Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, ‘for there are too many price cuts taking place. Anyone who knows us knows that whatever we save, we pass on to our valued passengers. Now, we invite our passengers to review updated prices on our Safari Sale page for we’re constantly showcasing Safaris at exceptional prices’. Hieber adds that Safari seekers ought to take advantage of current pricing

Join Kenneth R. Hieber and ‘special-guests’ right after The Travel Show presented by Arthur and Pauline Frommer at 2:00PM (EST) on Sunday March 22nd, 2009 for a Webinar presentation to introduce ‘The Place of the Rock’. Details will be posted shortly so save the date

For further information on this Blog post or any Safari in the 2AFRIKA Experience, visit us online at 2afrika.com or contact 2AFRIKA, INC. Founder & President Kenneth R. Hieber on (212) 385-9770 (EST)

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism

AFRICAN SAFARI SALE – an update from 2AFRIKA, INC.’s Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber

MONDAY, MARCH 02ND, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

DUMA – a scheduled 7-Day Safari in Tanzania goes on sale tomorrow with prices lower than ever before. This enchanting Safari visits Lake Manyara National Park, the vast plains of the Serengeti National Park and the sought-after Ngorongoro Crater – Africa’s true Eden and Tarangire National Park

For all new reservations effective March 03rd, 2009, the starting price for DUMA has dropped to a mere $1,699 per person sharing accommodation and includes 6-nights’ accommodation, 17-meals and 6-Safari Game Viewing Drives in 4X4 Minivan Safari vehicles

2AFRIKA, INC. invites its passengers to make use of the companies highly subsidized Consolidator Airfares or to take care of their own air arrangements

‘Effective immediately, prices will no longer be posted on individual Safari pages,’ said 2AFRIKA’s Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, ‘for there are too many price cuts taking place. Anyone who knows us knows that whatever we save, we pass on to our valued passengers. Now, we invite our passengers to review updated prices on our Safari Sale page for we’re constantly showcasing Safaris at exceptional prices’. Hieber adds that Safari seekers ought to take advantage of current pricing

Join Kenneth R. Hieber and ‘special-guests’ right after The Travel Show presented by Arthur and Pauline Frommer at 2:00PM (EST) on Sunday March 22nd, 2009 for a Webinar presentation to introduce ‘The Place of the Rock’. Details will be posted shortly so save the date

For further information on this Blog post or any Safari in the 2AFRIKA Experience, visit us online at 2afrika.com or contact 2AFRIKA, INC. Founder & President Kenneth R. Hieber on (212) 385-9770 (EST)

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism

AFRICAN SAFARI SALE – an update from 2AFRIKA, INC.’s Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber

MONDAY, MARCH 02ND, 2009
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

KIFARU – a scheduled 6-Day Safari in Tanzania goes on sale tomorrow with prices lower than ever before. This powerful Safari visits Lake Manyara National Park, the vast plains of the Serengeti National Park and the sought-after Ngorongoro Crater – Africa’s true Eden

For all new reservations effective March 03rd, 2009, the starting price for KIFARU has dropped to a mere $1,599 per person sharing accommodation and includes 5-nights’ accommodation, 14-meals and 6-Safari Game Viewing Drives in 4X4 Minivan Safari vehicles

2AFRIKA, INC. invites its passengers to make use of the companies highly subsidized Consolidator Airfares or to take care of their own air arrangements

‘Effective immediately, prices will no longer be posted on individual Safari pages,’ said 2AFRIKA’s Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, ‘for there are too many price cuts taking place. Anyone who knows us knows that whatever we save, we pass on to our valued passengers. Now, we invite our passengers to review updated prices on our Safari Sale page for we’re constantly showcasing Safaris at exceptional prices’. Hieber adds that Safari seekers ought to take advantage of current pricing

Join Kenneth R. Hieber and ‘special-guests’ right after The Travel Show presented by Arthur and Pauline Frommer at 2:00PM (EST) on Sunday March 22nd, 2009 for a Webinar presentation to introduce ‘The Place of the Rock’. Details will be posted shortly so save the date

For further information on this Blog post or any Safari in the 2AFRIKA Experience, visit us online at 2afrika.com or contact 2AFRIKA, INC. Founder & President Kenneth R. Hieber on (212) 385-9770 (EST)

2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism