South African Airways will now also operate nonstop flights from Johannesburg to New York JFK, resulting in the fastest way to travel between New York and Southern Africa.
The new flight schedule will result in shorter travel times and allow even easier connections from throughout more of Africa.
Currently, flight SA203 from Johannesburg to New York makes a 1-hour passenger and refueling stop in Dakar, Senegal. Starting May 1st, flight SA203 will depart Johannesburg at 8:35 p.m. for a non-stop journey to New York that will arrive at 6:40 a.m. the following day.
The updated schedule for SAA's daily service between New York and Johannesburg is as follows, effective May 1st:
SA203 – JFK JNB, departs Johannesburg at 8:35 p.m., arrives in New York at 6:40 a.m. the following day.
SA204 – New York/Johannesburg, departs New York at 11:15 a.m., arrives in Johannesburg at 8:40 a.m. the following day.
To book seats on SAA's flights, please call 1-800-722-9675, visit www.flysaa.com, or call your travel agent.
To complement this network, a world of privileges awaits those who join Voyager, South African Airways' premier mileage program. To sign up, visit www.flysaa.com
Travelers in Premium Business Class enjoy 180 degree fully flat-bed seats, and in Economy Class enjoy the most legroom versus competitors. Every seat on board offers an individual on-demand entertainment system, plush pillow, warm blanket and amenity kit. SAA's unrivaled network, featuring seamless connections to nearly 20 destinations within South Africa, and more than 25 cities across the rest of the continent, makes the airline the savvy traveler's "gateway to Africa."
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
South African Airways Cape Town Vacations package
South African Airways Vacations is offering its "Classic South Africa" Cape Town and safari air-inclusive package for $2,989* per person, a savings of $1,500 per person if booked separately.
The package details are:
"Classic South Africa" – starting at $2,989* - 9 Days of Cape Town in its hottest new hotel, and a safari in a classically luxurious lodge
Round trip international Economy Class airfare from New York Kennedy or Washington, D.C. (Dulles) to Johannesburg, South Africa, on South African Airways
Domestic flights on South African Airways within Africa in accordance with itinerary
4 nights at 15 on Orange in Cape Town, close to the city center, Cape Town's stunning beaches, and the Winelands.
2 nights at the Lion Sands River Lodge in the Lion Sands Private Game Reserve
Game drives while at Lion Sands River Lodge
6 Breakfasts
2 Lunches
2 Dinners
Meet and greet by South African Airways Vacations® representatives upon arrival in South Africa, as well as transfers
South African Airways Vacations offers vacation options for all budgets, with experts on hand to ensure its clients experience the vacation of their dreams. For more vacation packages to Southern Africa, please call 1-888-722-4872 or visit www.flysaavacations.com.
SAA Vacations®, highly regarded for its wide array of affordable luxury packages to Africa, is a division of South African Airways and utilizes the airline's extensive route network to create packages throughout South Africa, Botswana, Victoria Falls, Namibia, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe. South African Airways, the most awarded airline to Africa, features daily service from the U.S. to South Africa with morning non-stop departures from New York JFK and afternoon direct service from Washington, D.C., that offer travel convenience and award-winning service. For more information on South African Airways, please call (800) 722-9675 or visit www.flysaa.com.
The package details are:
"Classic South Africa" – starting at $2,989* - 9 Days of Cape Town in its hottest new hotel, and a safari in a classically luxurious lodge
Round trip international Economy Class airfare from New York Kennedy or Washington, D.C. (Dulles) to Johannesburg, South Africa, on South African Airways
Domestic flights on South African Airways within Africa in accordance with itinerary
4 nights at 15 on Orange in Cape Town, close to the city center, Cape Town's stunning beaches, and the Winelands.
2 nights at the Lion Sands River Lodge in the Lion Sands Private Game Reserve
Game drives while at Lion Sands River Lodge
6 Breakfasts
2 Lunches
2 Dinners
Meet and greet by South African Airways Vacations® representatives upon arrival in South Africa, as well as transfers
South African Airways Vacations offers vacation options for all budgets, with experts on hand to ensure its clients experience the vacation of their dreams. For more vacation packages to Southern Africa, please call 1-888-722-4872 or visit www.flysaavacations.com.
SAA Vacations®, highly regarded for its wide array of affordable luxury packages to Africa, is a division of South African Airways and utilizes the airline's extensive route network to create packages throughout South Africa, Botswana, Victoria Falls, Namibia, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe. South African Airways, the most awarded airline to Africa, features daily service from the U.S. to South Africa with morning non-stop departures from New York JFK and afternoon direct service from Washington, D.C., that offer travel convenience and award-winning service. For more information on South African Airways, please call (800) 722-9675 or visit www.flysaa.com.
American Airlines DFW to Madrid nonstop flights
American Airlines daily nonstop flights between Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Madrid- Barajas Airport (MAD), conveniently connecting two of the world’s most culturally and economically influential cities.
The route from DFW to Madrid also lays the groundwork for future network enhancements between American Airlines and its oneworld Alliance partner, Iberia Airlines. Madrid-Barajas is the major hub for Iberia Airlines with more than 200 departures per day. Anticipating the grant of antitrust immunity, oneworld travelers going to Madrid and beyond could enjoy the benefits of coordinated flight schedules, enhanced mileage rewards, increased travel choices and seamless service.
the dfw mad flights connect the North Texas area with a more accessible link to the Spanish capital. With about 40,000 Spanish passengers per year projected to use the new Dallas-to-Madrid service, the route can prove particularly valuable in stimulating tourism in both regions, which in turn can provide economic and cultural benefits to residents as well as travelers.
Dallas/Fort Worth – Madrid Business Class Menu
American Airlines Chefs’ Conclave developed the Business Class menu for the new Madrid service. The menu is in English and Spanish. Dinner menu items include items such as smoked salmon and herb marinated shrimp, grilled fillet of beef featured with a ratatouille sauce, cauliflower gratin and a medley of baby vegetables, and Basil caciotta and white cheddar cheese accompanied by seasonal grapes. Breakfast foods include items such as pepper jack cheese omelette with a cheddar cheese sour cream potato timbale and turkey sausage flavored with sun-dried tomato and basil and fresh seasonal fruit. For the complete menu
The route from DFW to Madrid also lays the groundwork for future network enhancements between American Airlines and its oneworld Alliance partner, Iberia Airlines. Madrid-Barajas is the major hub for Iberia Airlines with more than 200 departures per day. Anticipating the grant of antitrust immunity, oneworld travelers going to Madrid and beyond could enjoy the benefits of coordinated flight schedules, enhanced mileage rewards, increased travel choices and seamless service.
the dfw mad flights connect the North Texas area with a more accessible link to the Spanish capital. With about 40,000 Spanish passengers per year projected to use the new Dallas-to-Madrid service, the route can prove particularly valuable in stimulating tourism in both regions, which in turn can provide economic and cultural benefits to residents as well as travelers.
Dallas/Fort Worth – Madrid Business Class Menu
American Airlines Chefs’ Conclave developed the Business Class menu for the new Madrid service. The menu is in English and Spanish. Dinner menu items include items such as smoked salmon and herb marinated shrimp, grilled fillet of beef featured with a ratatouille sauce, cauliflower gratin and a medley of baby vegetables, and Basil caciotta and white cheddar cheese accompanied by seasonal grapes. Breakfast foods include items such as pepper jack cheese omelette with a cheddar cheese sour cream potato timbale and turkey sausage flavored with sun-dried tomato and basil and fresh seasonal fruit. For the complete menu
AA JFK to Rio de Janeiro GIG flight schdule
American Airlines further expand their presence in New York by launching daily nonstop flights between New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and five new destinations.
American Airlines begins daily service from JFK to Rio de Janeiro (GIG), using 219-seat Boeing 767-300 airplane in two class seating configuration with 28 Business Class and 191 Economy Class seats.
flight schdule
New York to Rio de Janeiro JFK GIG
Flight Departs Arrives Days
255 10:30 p.m. 11:45 a.m. (next day) Daily
Rio de Janeiro to New York JFK Flight Departs Arrives Days
256* 11:30 p.m. 6:40 a.m. (next day) Daily
American airlines also announced that passengers on its daily nonstop flights between New York JFK and Rio de Janeiro can earn triple AAdvantage miles for travel in Business Class or double miles for travel in Economy Class. American's double and triple miles offer also applies to new nonstop flights between Miami and Brasilia, also beginning today.
To participate in this offer, travelers simply need to register prior to travel using promotion code BRZ5K and fly round trip now through Dec. 10, 2010. Register and obtain complete offer terms and conditions at www.aa.com/offers.
American Airlines has completed the upgrade of the entire Boeing 767-300 fleet including the addition of a wide variety of entertainment programming.
Work Or Relax In Comfort In The New Business Class
The new Business Class features angled lie-flat bed seats with drop-down armrests, a personal in-flight entertainment system with audio and video on demand, and ergonomically-designed overhead bins. In addition, the track-forward feature and interlocking tray tables provide customers with greater options for work and in-flight dining.
American Airlines begins daily service from JFK to Rio de Janeiro (GIG), using 219-seat Boeing 767-300 airplane in two class seating configuration with 28 Business Class and 191 Economy Class seats.
flight schdule
New York to Rio de Janeiro JFK GIG
Flight Departs Arrives Days
255 10:30 p.m. 11:45 a.m. (next day) Daily
Rio de Janeiro to New York JFK Flight Departs Arrives Days
256* 11:30 p.m. 6:40 a.m. (next day) Daily
American airlines also announced that passengers on its daily nonstop flights between New York JFK and Rio de Janeiro can earn triple AAdvantage miles for travel in Business Class or double miles for travel in Economy Class. American's double and triple miles offer also applies to new nonstop flights between Miami and Brasilia, also beginning today.
To participate in this offer, travelers simply need to register prior to travel using promotion code BRZ5K and fly round trip now through Dec. 10, 2010. Register and obtain complete offer terms and conditions at www.aa.com/offers.
American Airlines has completed the upgrade of the entire Boeing 767-300 fleet including the addition of a wide variety of entertainment programming.
Work Or Relax In Comfort In The New Business Class
The new Business Class features angled lie-flat bed seats with drop-down armrests, a personal in-flight entertainment system with audio and video on demand, and ergonomically-designed overhead bins. In addition, the track-forward feature and interlocking tray tables provide customers with greater options for work and in-flight dining.
boarding privileges for AAdvantage elite members
New boarding privileges - and more - for American's top customers
American Airlines has a new way for AAdvantage elite status members and other top customers to enjoy more control, convenience and ease when they travel -- PriorityAAccessSM privileges. From check-in to boarding, PriorityAAccess benefits will improve the airport experience for AAdvantage elite members , making every trip as hassle-free as possible.
Exclusive Boarding Lanes at Every Gate
Now available at American Airlines gates system wide, new PriorityAAccess lanes will offer a fast track for boarding.
Customers with PriorityAAccess privileges can be among the first to board or can enjoy the convenience of boarding anytime via a new dedicated boarding lane. Even if you arrive at the gate after general boarding has begun, you can bypass any lines via this special PriorityAAccess lane.
Simply look for the PriorityAAccess sign in the gate area and board at your leisure.
Eligibility designation on boarding pass
"PriorityAAccess" will be noted on the boarding pass, so there is no need to show a membership card or other documentation.
Simply show your boarding pass, and you're on your way!
Expedited Check-in and Security Screening.
AAdvantage elite members will appreciate the exclusive security screening lanes (mostly available within the United States) and dedicated check-in areas at ticket counters.
American Airlines has a new way for AAdvantage elite status members and other top customers to enjoy more control, convenience and ease when they travel -- PriorityAAccessSM privileges. From check-in to boarding, PriorityAAccess benefits will improve the airport experience for AAdvantage elite members , making every trip as hassle-free as possible.
Exclusive Boarding Lanes at Every Gate
Now available at American Airlines gates system wide, new PriorityAAccess lanes will offer a fast track for boarding.
Customers with PriorityAAccess privileges can be among the first to board or can enjoy the convenience of boarding anytime via a new dedicated boarding lane. Even if you arrive at the gate after general boarding has begun, you can bypass any lines via this special PriorityAAccess lane.
Simply look for the PriorityAAccess sign in the gate area and board at your leisure.
Eligibility designation on boarding pass
"PriorityAAccess" will be noted on the boarding pass, so there is no need to show a membership card or other documentation.
Simply show your boarding pass, and you're on your way!
Expedited Check-in and Security Screening.
AAdvantage elite members will appreciate the exclusive security screening lanes (mostly available within the United States) and dedicated check-in areas at ticket counters.
book first class upgrade using delta SkyMiles
Upgrade to first class
delta airlines SkyMiles members can use miles to upgrade to first class when purchasing an air-inclusive package from Delta Vacations. Upgrades are available in select classes of service, for as few as 5,000 miles.
Pamper yourself and enjoy the premium legroom, delicious food, and refreshing beverages of first class.
Choose to upgrade for one-way or roundtrip travel.
Request your upgrade award up until 7 days prior to departure.
To check if your flight is eligible for an upgrade and the amount of miles required, call us at 1-800-800-1504.
To book a first-class upgrade using your miles with SkyMiles, call phone number 1-800-800-1504.
Upgrades are allowed on Delta Vacations air/hotel and air/car packages to the U.S. 48, Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, and the Caribbean.
Upgrades are not allowed on Delta Vacations packages to Europe, Asia, or Australia.
Upgrades are only for SkyMiles members who are traveling on the same reservation (or itinerary); members can upgrade anyone who is traveling with them.
Multiple upgrades may be allowed, but only one SkyMiles number can be used per reservation.
In order to claim an upgrade, the upgraded seat must be available for the entire segment. A segment is defined as all travel under a single flight number, even if it involves multiple stops.
Upgrades can be processed up until 7 days prior to departure.
Passengers are responsible for any change and/or redeposit fees for voluntary changes to an upgraded flight.
Once a ticket has been upgraded using miles, it cannot be rebooked back to coach, unless the booking is cancelled and rebooked. The passenger is responsible for any applicable cancellation and redeposit fees.
A passenger traveling roundtrip on a flight that has been upgraded using miles can change the return flight if upgradeable inventory is available. The passenger is responsible for change fee and redeposit fee.
delta airlines Platinum Medallion members do not have to pay any redeposit fees for upgrades, but are responsible for any change or cancellation fees.
delta airlines SkyMiles members can use miles to upgrade to first class when purchasing an air-inclusive package from Delta Vacations. Upgrades are available in select classes of service, for as few as 5,000 miles.
Pamper yourself and enjoy the premium legroom, delicious food, and refreshing beverages of first class.
Choose to upgrade for one-way or roundtrip travel.
Request your upgrade award up until 7 days prior to departure.
To check if your flight is eligible for an upgrade and the amount of miles required, call us at 1-800-800-1504.
To book a first-class upgrade using your miles with SkyMiles, call phone number 1-800-800-1504.
Upgrades are allowed on Delta Vacations air/hotel and air/car packages to the U.S. 48, Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, Mexico, Costa Rica, and the Caribbean.
Upgrades are not allowed on Delta Vacations packages to Europe, Asia, or Australia.
Upgrades are only for SkyMiles members who are traveling on the same reservation (or itinerary); members can upgrade anyone who is traveling with them.
Multiple upgrades may be allowed, but only one SkyMiles number can be used per reservation.
In order to claim an upgrade, the upgraded seat must be available for the entire segment. A segment is defined as all travel under a single flight number, even if it involves multiple stops.
Upgrades can be processed up until 7 days prior to departure.
Passengers are responsible for any change and/or redeposit fees for voluntary changes to an upgraded flight.
Once a ticket has been upgraded using miles, it cannot be rebooked back to coach, unless the booking is cancelled and rebooked. The passenger is responsible for any applicable cancellation and redeposit fees.
A passenger traveling roundtrip on a flight that has been upgraded using miles can change the return flight if upgradeable inventory is available. The passenger is responsible for change fee and redeposit fee.
delta airlines Platinum Medallion members do not have to pay any redeposit fees for upgrades, but are responsible for any change or cancellation fees.
delta airlines Punta Cana vacations promotion
delta airlines Gran Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts — Save up to $185
Save up to $185 with your flight and Gran Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts vacation to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic; Ocho Rios, Jamaica; or the Riviera Maya, Mexico.
You'll save:
$50 on vacations of $1,399 - $2,999
$100 on vacations of $3,000 - $4,999
$185 on vacations of $5,000 or more
Plus, you'll receive:
Reduced hotel rates at select resorts
Unlimited complimentary golf at Riviera Maya Golf Club when you stay at Gran Bahia Principe Akumal
You'll also earn 1,000 bonus miles, in addition to credited flight miles, through the Delta airline SkyMiles program.
Use promo code: DV13239
Book by: Feb 19, 2011
Travel between: Feb 13 – June 30, 2011
Questions? Call 1-800-800-1504
or contact your travel agent.
*Price is per person based on double occupancy, travel between Atlanta and Punta Cana, and specific travel days and dates between Feb 28 – Apr 28, 2011. Additional taxes / fees / restrictions / baggage charges may apply.
Save up to $185 with your flight and Gran Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts vacation to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic; Ocho Rios, Jamaica; or the Riviera Maya, Mexico.
You'll save:
$50 on vacations of $1,399 - $2,999
$100 on vacations of $3,000 - $4,999
$185 on vacations of $5,000 or more
Plus, you'll receive:
Reduced hotel rates at select resorts
Unlimited complimentary golf at Riviera Maya Golf Club when you stay at Gran Bahia Principe Akumal
You'll also earn 1,000 bonus miles, in addition to credited flight miles, through the Delta airline SkyMiles program.
Use promo code: DV13239
Book by: Feb 19, 2011
Travel between: Feb 13 – June 30, 2011
Questions? Call 1-800-800-1504
or contact your travel agent.
*Price is per person based on double occupancy, travel between Atlanta and Punta Cana, and specific travel days and dates between Feb 28 – Apr 28, 2011. Additional taxes / fees / restrictions / baggage charges may apply.
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