Low Fare Africa

Karell Holidays has just announced another great deal for those in search of a well rounded South African experience at a reasonable price.

Spend four nights in the Sabi Sand at Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve’s Bush Lodge. Famed for its warmth, vibrancy and legendary hospitality, this luxurious safari escape sits in the heart of the African Wilderness, overlooking a waterhole and open plain.

Conclude with 2 relaxing nights in South Africa’s most vibrant city, Cape Town. You’ll have your choice between 3 lovely properties: Mandela Rhodes Place, Twelve Apostles, or the Table Bay hotel. You’ll also enjoy a half day tour of the Stellenbosch Winelands during your stay.

Prices start at just $1452.00 per person (exclusive of airfare) for travel between May 1, 2009 and July 31, 2009.

Call 1-800-327-0373 or email info@karell.com for further details.

From the Foreign & Commonwealth Office:

With effect from Tuesday 03 March, South African passport holders will require a visa in order to visit or transit the United Kingdom. However, until mid-2009, South African nationals who have previously traveled to the UK on their current passport will be exempt from the visa requirement. This decision follows a global review of the UK’s pre-entry immigration controls and reflects the UK government’s commitment to strengthen its borders.

Commenting on the development, the British High Commissioner, the Rt Hon Paul Boateng said:

“The introduction of a visa requirement is in no way a reflection of any deterioration in our continuing and strong relationship with South Africa. The maintenance of warm and friendly relations and the close links between our two countries remains of paramount importance.

We are committed to continuing to welcome South Africans travelling for legitimate reasons to the UK. The UK remains a favourite destination for both business and tourism for South Africans and will continue to be so. Our aim is to provide a first class service to all. Visas will provide added security and protection for travellers to the UK.

This, together with the introduction of biometrics, will ultimately provide a safer and better experience for the ordinary travelling public.”

An extensive informational packet can be downloaded HERE.