Wednesday, March 05th 2008
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Ever heard of a ‘Surfari’? They exist around the South African shoreline and are worthy of your consideration when planning a Safari to the area.
SODWANA BAY - KWAZULU/NATAL
Recent and historical shipwrecks are points of interest for divers. In addition to these wrecks which are home to a multitude of various forms of marine life, is a beautiful and varied underwater environment. At Sodwana Bay, the tropical water from the warm Mozambique current makes for the most southerly coral reefs in the world. With this comes a full complement of colorful fish and sea lugs, including the spectacular Spanish Dancer. Whales, sharks, turtles, dolphin and ragged tooth sharks are also seen in specific places.
SURFING
It is a well known fact that keen surfers are spoilt for choice anywhere along the South African coastline. Many backpackers’ hostels around the country are geared up for surfboard rental, escorted ‘surfaris’ and surfing lessons, and there are dedicated surf schools both in Durban and Cape Town.
FISHING
Fishing is a popular South African angler’s activity, the most accessible from being shore angling. All that is required is a fishing pole and reel, and of course a list of marine regulations which of course can be obtained from any boating or fishing shop. Big-game fishing is also a popular pastime. However, a catch-and-release policy is strongly recommended.
TURTLE WATCHING
Follow the miracle of the reproduction of the leatherback and loggerhead turtles in their annual nesting (November to January) and hatching (January to March) rituals in St Lucia in northern KwaZulu/Natal. Escorted excursions are with qualified and experienced guides and take approximately 8-24 hours.
PADDLE CRUISE THE KNYSNA LAGOON
A must do attraction in Knysna is the Paddle Cruise, South Africa’s only paddle-driven ship. Its major appeal is enhanced by its team of top chefs who meticulously prepare Mediterranean-style in-cruise meals.
For further information on this informational Blog post or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
VIRGIN ATLANTIC AIRWAYS ‘FUEL SURCHARGES INCREASE EFFECTIVE TODAY’ -an informational update from the Original 2AFRIKA, INC.
Wednesday, March 05th 2008
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
In a bulletin received overnight, Virgin Atlantic Airways announced that effective this morning (Wednesday, March 05th, 2008), their ‘fuel surcharges’ have been increased and are in immediate effect! This as a result of the increasing cost of fuel.
Fuel Surcharges will apply on ALL Virgin Atlantic Airways flights between BOSTON/WASHINGTON D.C./NEW YORK CITY’S JOHN F. KENNEDY/NEWARK/CHICAGO AND LONDON to US$101.00 per person per flight.
On all other Virgin Atlantic flights, the Fuel Surcharges will increase to US$123.00 per person per flight.
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. Specialized Safari Consultants have been advised appropriately and will draw this matter to your attention at the time of booking.
For further information on this informational Blog post or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
NEW YORK, NY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
In a bulletin received overnight, Virgin Atlantic Airways announced that effective this morning (Wednesday, March 05th, 2008), their ‘fuel surcharges’ have been increased and are in immediate effect! This as a result of the increasing cost of fuel.
Fuel Surcharges will apply on ALL Virgin Atlantic Airways flights between BOSTON/WASHINGTON D.C./NEW YORK CITY’S JOHN F. KENNEDY/NEWARK/CHICAGO AND LONDON to US$101.00 per person per flight.
On all other Virgin Atlantic flights, the Fuel Surcharges will increase to US$123.00 per person per flight.
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. Specialized Safari Consultants have been advised appropriately and will draw this matter to your attention at the time of booking.
For further information on this informational Blog post or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
TREATMENTS WITH AN AFRICAN TWIST -an informational update from the Original 2AFRIKA, INC. Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber
Tuesday, March 04th, 2008
NEW YORK, NY
Spas around South Africa have begun offering treatments that incorporate indigenous ingredients.
ADDING SOME LOCAL FLAVOR…
The days of an onsite wellness facility beign a novelty at Southern African properties are long gone. So how do spas ensure that their offering continues to be a major draw card? The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. has taken the initiative to ‘go niche’ by offering truly African treatments.
"A quest for a spa experience with a difference is motivating some international tourists to spend time at properties with African facilities", says Victoria Smith, PR and Media Liaison for Thanda Private Game Reserve. She says this is for several reasons, the first being that clients are becoming more eco-focused and socially responsible. “Guests empathize the importance of renewable resources and sustainable tourism, especially in more rural areas such as Thanda’s location”, says Smith.
The benefits of a wellness facility that makes use of indigenous products filters back into the local communities. Smith says a large proportion of clients who use the spa purchase the products after the experience.
The Camelot Spa at Le Fransschhoek Hotel and Spa also chose to use indigenous products to allow for an authentically African Experience. “We have products that are truly relaxing and completely unique to Africa, such as African mud and Rooibos tea,” says Lize van Zyl, Spa Manager at Le Fransschhoek Spa.
THE LOWDOWN ON AFRICAN INGREDIENTS
AFRICAN POTATO:
The African potato has been used for centuries by African healers. It has a reputation for having strong immune-boosting properties. It’s also reported to be highly effective in alleviating arthritis and headaches.
MARULA OIL:
The marula fruit contains eight times the amount of vitamin C found in an orange. The oil is extracted from the kernel and is used in many skin care products. It is rich in both antioxidants and oleic acid.
ROOIBOS TEA:
From the Cederberg region in the Western Cape, Rooibos tea is well known for its extremely high levels of antioxidants. Spas use it for its detoxifying effects on the body.
SHEA BUTTER:
Shea butter is made from Shea nuts that grow on trees in West Africa. It is used to moisturize the skin but it also contains many minerals and can be used as an anti-inflammatory.
AFRICAN MUD:
Mud is commonly used for its antitoxic and high absorptive characteristics. The healing properties of African mud differ according to its place of origin. For example, the volcanic mud in Kenya is believed to fight bacteria and tone the skin.
7 AFRICAN THERAPIES
1. WISDOM OF AFRICA
Products used by the Wisdom of Africa Spa feature only naturally derived indigenous ingredients. Products include the Kalahari Body Moisture-Dew, African Ginger Body Firm, Mongongo Nut Body Detox, African Potato Body Repair and Coffee Cinnamon and Orange Cellu-Low. These products are used for treatments that include ‘African Bliss Body Embalming’ and ‘African Healing Body Polishes’.
2. LE FRANSSCHHOEK HOTEL AND SPA
Le Fransschhoek Hotel and Spa offers an ‘African Signature Treatment’ that uses ginger, African mud, Rooibos tea leaves and amanzi milk. Clients receive a scrub and body wrap followed by a tandem African massage (two massage therapists and a client). Movements in the massage include ‘the elephant walk’ and ‘the fish eagle’.
3. THANDA GAME RESERVE
The Spa at Thanda Game Reserve draws inspiration from the Zulu culture. Products incorporated into its treatments include African maize meal, shea butter balm, hot stones, lavender oil, honey, yoghurt, crushed papaya, vanilla and herbal teas.
4. MANHWANANI IN KRUGER
Guests at Hamilton’s Tended Camp, Hoyo-Hoyo Tsonga Lodge and Imbali Safari Lodge in the Mluvanti Private Concession near Orpen in the Kruger National Park can be pampered with a ‘Nomadic Africa Spa Experience’. In conjunction with Mahnwanani Africa Day Spa, guests can receive treatments in their suites, on the decks or around the swimming pools.
5. AMANI AFRICAN SPAS
Amani African Spa at Ivory Tree Game Lodge in the Pilanesberg (mear the Sun City Resort) has introduced African treatments for kids. Massages include the ‘Elephant Foot Print’, ‘Lion’s Paw Print’, ‘Baboon’s Chest Massage’, and the ‘Busy Bee’. A body wrap called ‘The Cocoon’ is offered for children with allergies or skin irritations. African potato together with marula oil is massaged into the body.
6. FORDOUN SPA
Fordoun Spa in the KwaZulu/Natal Midlands has developed a signature range of products in conjunction with Dr. Elliot Ndlovu, herbalist, ethno botanist, and sangoma (witch doctor). The products have been created from indigenous healing plants. Treatments include the Nduku-Nduku massage with traditional Zulu knobkerrie sticks, the inkomfe Herbal Wrap with African potato, and the Royal Zulu Bath with African potato, lavender and Rooibos tea.
7. FALAZA SPA
Falaza Game Park and Spa makes use of African TheraNake treatment products. All treatments begin with traditional ‘izinwayo’ foot cleanse. African-inspired signature treatments include full-body exfoliation using an African body scrub, followed by an outdoor hydro bath with forest steam milk. This is followed by full body massage with shea butter, ending with hydra moisture facial.
For further information on this informational Blog post or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
NEW YORK, NY
Spas around South Africa have begun offering treatments that incorporate indigenous ingredients.
ADDING SOME LOCAL FLAVOR…
The days of an onsite wellness facility beign a novelty at Southern African properties are long gone. So how do spas ensure that their offering continues to be a major draw card? The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. has taken the initiative to ‘go niche’ by offering truly African treatments.
"A quest for a spa experience with a difference is motivating some international tourists to spend time at properties with African facilities", says Victoria Smith, PR and Media Liaison for Thanda Private Game Reserve. She says this is for several reasons, the first being that clients are becoming more eco-focused and socially responsible. “Guests empathize the importance of renewable resources and sustainable tourism, especially in more rural areas such as Thanda’s location”, says Smith.
The benefits of a wellness facility that makes use of indigenous products filters back into the local communities. Smith says a large proportion of clients who use the spa purchase the products after the experience.
The Camelot Spa at Le Fransschhoek Hotel and Spa also chose to use indigenous products to allow for an authentically African Experience. “We have products that are truly relaxing and completely unique to Africa, such as African mud and Rooibos tea,” says Lize van Zyl, Spa Manager at Le Fransschhoek Spa.
THE LOWDOWN ON AFRICAN INGREDIENTS
AFRICAN POTATO:
The African potato has been used for centuries by African healers. It has a reputation for having strong immune-boosting properties. It’s also reported to be highly effective in alleviating arthritis and headaches.
MARULA OIL:
The marula fruit contains eight times the amount of vitamin C found in an orange. The oil is extracted from the kernel and is used in many skin care products. It is rich in both antioxidants and oleic acid.
ROOIBOS TEA:
From the Cederberg region in the Western Cape, Rooibos tea is well known for its extremely high levels of antioxidants. Spas use it for its detoxifying effects on the body.
SHEA BUTTER:
Shea butter is made from Shea nuts that grow on trees in West Africa. It is used to moisturize the skin but it also contains many minerals and can be used as an anti-inflammatory.
AFRICAN MUD:
Mud is commonly used for its antitoxic and high absorptive characteristics. The healing properties of African mud differ according to its place of origin. For example, the volcanic mud in Kenya is believed to fight bacteria and tone the skin.
7 AFRICAN THERAPIES
1. WISDOM OF AFRICA
Products used by the Wisdom of Africa Spa feature only naturally derived indigenous ingredients. Products include the Kalahari Body Moisture-Dew, African Ginger Body Firm, Mongongo Nut Body Detox, African Potato Body Repair and Coffee Cinnamon and Orange Cellu-Low. These products are used for treatments that include ‘African Bliss Body Embalming’ and ‘African Healing Body Polishes’.
2. LE FRANSSCHHOEK HOTEL AND SPA
Le Fransschhoek Hotel and Spa offers an ‘African Signature Treatment’ that uses ginger, African mud, Rooibos tea leaves and amanzi milk. Clients receive a scrub and body wrap followed by a tandem African massage (two massage therapists and a client). Movements in the massage include ‘the elephant walk’ and ‘the fish eagle’.
3. THANDA GAME RESERVE
The Spa at Thanda Game Reserve draws inspiration from the Zulu culture. Products incorporated into its treatments include African maize meal, shea butter balm, hot stones, lavender oil, honey, yoghurt, crushed papaya, vanilla and herbal teas.
4. MANHWANANI IN KRUGER
Guests at Hamilton’s Tended Camp, Hoyo-Hoyo Tsonga Lodge and Imbali Safari Lodge in the Mluvanti Private Concession near Orpen in the Kruger National Park can be pampered with a ‘Nomadic Africa Spa Experience’. In conjunction with Mahnwanani Africa Day Spa, guests can receive treatments in their suites, on the decks or around the swimming pools.
5. AMANI AFRICAN SPAS
Amani African Spa at Ivory Tree Game Lodge in the Pilanesberg (mear the Sun City Resort) has introduced African treatments for kids. Massages include the ‘Elephant Foot Print’, ‘Lion’s Paw Print’, ‘Baboon’s Chest Massage’, and the ‘Busy Bee’. A body wrap called ‘The Cocoon’ is offered for children with allergies or skin irritations. African potato together with marula oil is massaged into the body.
6. FORDOUN SPA
Fordoun Spa in the KwaZulu/Natal Midlands has developed a signature range of products in conjunction with Dr. Elliot Ndlovu, herbalist, ethno botanist, and sangoma (witch doctor). The products have been created from indigenous healing plants. Treatments include the Nduku-Nduku massage with traditional Zulu knobkerrie sticks, the inkomfe Herbal Wrap with African potato, and the Royal Zulu Bath with African potato, lavender and Rooibos tea.
7. FALAZA SPA
Falaza Game Park and Spa makes use of African TheraNake treatment products. All treatments begin with traditional ‘izinwayo’ foot cleanse. African-inspired signature treatments include full-body exfoliation using an African body scrub, followed by an outdoor hydro bath with forest steam milk. This is followed by full body massage with shea butter, ending with hydra moisture facial.
For further information on this informational Blog post or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
Monday, March 3, 2008
LESEDI CULTURAL VILLAGE – THE CRADLE OF LIVING AFRICAN CULTURE – an informational update from the Original 2AFRIKA, INC. Founder & President
Monday, March 03rd, 2008
NEW YORK, NY
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. is pleased to announce its partnership with Lesedi Cultural Village with the evolution of Create Your Own African Footprints. Lesedi Cultural Village will feature as the first stop-over point in Create Your Own African Footprints which is due to be launched this week.
The rhythmic beating of African drums, the resounding cry of ululating women, the gentle lowing of Nguni cattle and the sweet smell of smoldering wild heather – it is all this and more that greets visitors to Lesedi Cultural village, just an hour’s drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria.
Set within the rocky hills the Cradle of Humankind, Lesedi Cultural Village is an engaging encounter with true rural African culture, providing and authentic glimpse into the living culture of the mighty South African nations of the Xhosa, Zulu, Ndebele, Basotho and Pedi.
Lesedi Cultural Village offers two unique day experiences where guests can share in the warmth of these cultures: The morning Monati Experience program at 11:30AM and late afternoon Boma Experience program at 4:30PM. Although the experiences are set, Lesedi can accommodate groups who require a more tailor-made experience.
Visitors arrive at the Lesedi to vibrant traditional African welcome- dance, drumming and song, and refreshing welcome drink. Next stop is the colorful Ndebele village African craft market where beaded Ndebele murals adorn the walls and courtyard.
The on-site multi-visual theatre offers insight into the history and origin of these mighty nations. Gests then form smaller groups and are taken on a guided tour of four homesteads- Zulu, Xhosa, Basotho and Pedi.
After a few refreshing drinks in the bar, guests meet back at the Olive Forest Boma, accommodating up to 40 people for a lively showcase of traditional song and dance, followed by a Pan African feast served in Nyama Choma Restaurant.
The authentically African styled 200-seater Nyama Choma Restaurant is divided into three sections, seating 40(Nile Room), 60(East Africa) and 100(South Africa) guests and offers a large selection of menus to suit every taste.
After dinner guests are invited to gather around the fire outside the bar for a cultural surprise. This entertainment starts off with some “Mamba Juice”, a unique Lesedi potion accompanied by storytelling, participative singing and dancing or simply an opportunity to gather more information regarding the myths and traditions of the people of South Africa.
Wind down in the comfort of one of Lesedi’s traditional tribal village rooms for the night and enjoy true African hospitality.
For further information on this informational Blog post or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
NEW YORK, NY
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. is pleased to announce its partnership with Lesedi Cultural Village with the evolution of Create Your Own African Footprints. Lesedi Cultural Village will feature as the first stop-over point in Create Your Own African Footprints which is due to be launched this week.
The rhythmic beating of African drums, the resounding cry of ululating women, the gentle lowing of Nguni cattle and the sweet smell of smoldering wild heather – it is all this and more that greets visitors to Lesedi Cultural village, just an hour’s drive from Johannesburg and Pretoria.
Set within the rocky hills the Cradle of Humankind, Lesedi Cultural Village is an engaging encounter with true rural African culture, providing and authentic glimpse into the living culture of the mighty South African nations of the Xhosa, Zulu, Ndebele, Basotho and Pedi.
Lesedi Cultural Village offers two unique day experiences where guests can share in the warmth of these cultures: The morning Monati Experience program at 11:30AM and late afternoon Boma Experience program at 4:30PM. Although the experiences are set, Lesedi can accommodate groups who require a more tailor-made experience.
Visitors arrive at the Lesedi to vibrant traditional African welcome- dance, drumming and song, and refreshing welcome drink. Next stop is the colorful Ndebele village African craft market where beaded Ndebele murals adorn the walls and courtyard.
The on-site multi-visual theatre offers insight into the history and origin of these mighty nations. Gests then form smaller groups and are taken on a guided tour of four homesteads- Zulu, Xhosa, Basotho and Pedi.
After a few refreshing drinks in the bar, guests meet back at the Olive Forest Boma, accommodating up to 40 people for a lively showcase of traditional song and dance, followed by a Pan African feast served in Nyama Choma Restaurant.
The authentically African styled 200-seater Nyama Choma Restaurant is divided into three sections, seating 40(Nile Room), 60(East Africa) and 100(South Africa) guests and offers a large selection of menus to suit every taste.
After dinner guests are invited to gather around the fire outside the bar for a cultural surprise. This entertainment starts off with some “Mamba Juice”, a unique Lesedi potion accompanied by storytelling, participative singing and dancing or simply an opportunity to gather more information regarding the myths and traditions of the people of South Africa.
Wind down in the comfort of one of Lesedi’s traditional tribal village rooms for the night and enjoy true African hospitality.
For further information on this informational Blog post or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
UPGRADE FOR THE JOHANNESBURG INNER CITY – an informational update from the Original 2AFRIKA, INC. Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber
Monday, March 03rd, 2008
NEW YORK, NY
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) will implement a five-month project to upgrade public areas in Hillbrow, the Berea and Yeoville.
The project will include upgrades to parks, streets and public buildings and the introduction of herringbone paving, strong earthy colors, public art and indigenous greenery. According to the City of Johannesburg, five parks in the area will be upgraded and closed circuit television cameras will be installed in specific areas.
Pretoria and Kotze streets in Hillbrow, and Rockey and Raleigh streets and will receive upgrades including new paving making interesting patterns, special parking bays, benches, bins and bollards.
This project is part of the Inner City Regeneration Charter, which is aimed at transforming the inner city over the next few years.
For further information on this informational Blog post or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
NEW YORK, NY
The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA) will implement a five-month project to upgrade public areas in Hillbrow, the Berea and Yeoville.
The project will include upgrades to parks, streets and public buildings and the introduction of herringbone paving, strong earthy colors, public art and indigenous greenery. According to the City of Johannesburg, five parks in the area will be upgraded and closed circuit television cameras will be installed in specific areas.
Pretoria and Kotze streets in Hillbrow, and Rockey and Raleigh streets and will receive upgrades including new paving making interesting patterns, special parking bays, benches, bins and bollards.
This project is part of the Inner City Regeneration Charter, which is aimed at transforming the inner city over the next few years.
For further information on this informational Blog post or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
CREATE YOUR OWN AFRICAN FOOTPRINTS – an announcement from the Original 2AFRIKA, INC. Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber
Monday, March 03rd, 2008
NEW YORK, NY
With much delight, I proudly announce the launch of the Original 2AFRIKA, INC’s Create Your Own African Footprints online Safari planning guide. Create Your Own African Footprints is intended to assist you plan a spectacular and memorable Safari (journey in k’Swahili) from Cape Town to Cairo (and everywhere in between).
Follow the evolution of Create Your Own African Footprints, and you will learn from the experts how to piece together a Safari that makes common sense geographically, minimizes on wasted transit and flying time, a Safari that gives you Bright-Lights-Big-City-Action blended with the pristine African bushveld or a Safari that is focused solely on the great outdoors, recommendations on when to go (and why), and best of all, by the time you have read the composition, you will come to realize that there is no need to frantically search through every guide-book, online website nor call every Travel Agent or Tour Operator to assure yourself that the Safari you have created with our help is perfect for you in every way.
You will immediately realize that the Original 2AFRIKA, INC. is the Travel Agent/Tour Operator to work with from the moment you think about your African Safari until you return home safely and share your experience with us and those who will follow in YOUR footsteps.
Simply visit our website www.2afrika.com and click on the Create Your Own African Footprints banner strategically placed on the home page and you can start to plan!
For further information on Create Your Own African Footprints or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
NEW YORK, NY
With much delight, I proudly announce the launch of the Original 2AFRIKA, INC’s Create Your Own African Footprints online Safari planning guide. Create Your Own African Footprints is intended to assist you plan a spectacular and memorable Safari (journey in k’Swahili) from Cape Town to Cairo (and everywhere in between).
Follow the evolution of Create Your Own African Footprints, and you will learn from the experts how to piece together a Safari that makes common sense geographically, minimizes on wasted transit and flying time, a Safari that gives you Bright-Lights-Big-City-Action blended with the pristine African bushveld or a Safari that is focused solely on the great outdoors, recommendations on when to go (and why), and best of all, by the time you have read the composition, you will come to realize that there is no need to frantically search through every guide-book, online website nor call every Travel Agent or Tour Operator to assure yourself that the Safari you have created with our help is perfect for you in every way.
You will immediately realize that the Original 2AFRIKA, INC. is the Travel Agent/Tour Operator to work with from the moment you think about your African Safari until you return home safely and share your experience with us and those who will follow in YOUR footsteps.
Simply visit our website www.2afrika.com and click on the Create Your Own African Footprints banner strategically placed on the home page and you can start to plan!
For further information on Create Your Own African Footprints or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
TANZANIA RENEWS YELLOW FEVER REGULATION – an announcement from the Original 2AFRIKA, INC. Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber
Monday, March 03rd, 2008
NEW YORK, NY
The Tanzanian Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has reinstated health surveillance desks to check for yellow fever certificates at all of the country border posts and international airports.
Visitors arriving from countries at risk of being infected by yellow fever are required to produce a valid certificate including passengers transiting through Kenya, even if they don’t leave Jomo Kenyatta Airport, and those entering by road at Namanga border.
A senior health official said passengers arriving directly from countries not at risk from yellow fever were not “technically required to have the yellow fever vaccination, however because Tanzania is considered an endemic area, for their own safety they are strongly advised to get it”.
The official said eventually all passengers entering Tanzania would be required to have the vaccination, regardless of their routing.
For further information on this informational Blog post or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
NEW YORK, NY
The Tanzanian Ministry of Health and Social Welfare has reinstated health surveillance desks to check for yellow fever certificates at all of the country border posts and international airports.
Visitors arriving from countries at risk of being infected by yellow fever are required to produce a valid certificate including passengers transiting through Kenya, even if they don’t leave Jomo Kenyatta Airport, and those entering by road at Namanga border.
A senior health official said passengers arriving directly from countries not at risk from yellow fever were not “technically required to have the yellow fever vaccination, however because Tanzania is considered an endemic area, for their own safety they are strongly advised to get it”.
The official said eventually all passengers entering Tanzania would be required to have the vaccination, regardless of their routing.
For further information on this informational Blog post or any other Safari in the Original 2AFRIKA Collection, visit us on the web at http://www.2afrika.com/
The Original 2AFRIKA, INC. remains committed to Corporate Social Responsibility in Tourism.
If you would like to comment on this Blog Post, please communicate directly with the Original 2AFRIKA Founder & President, Kenneth R. Hieber, electronically via kenneth@2afrika.com
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