Happy New Years 2016

PICTURE OF THE DAY: Puerto Vallarta - Dreams Resort

PICTURE OF THE DAY:
 Puerto Vallarta - Dreams Resort
   #travel #holiday #wanderlust #mexico #resort #beach #view #PuertoVallarta

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PICTURE OF THE DAY: Dresden Castle, Dresden, Germany..

PICTURE OF THE DAY: Dresden Castle, Dresden, Germany.. . #Travel #holiday #Europe #Germany #Explore # Castle #Placestosee #wanderlust  www.holidaycafe.co.za

Saint Patrick's Cathedral

PICTURE OF THE DAY: Saint Patrick's Cathedral. #NewYork #NYC #city #travel #holiday #cathedral #oldworld #newworld #explore #Architecture#Landmark#theBigApple#Travelgram

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Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India..

PICTURE OF THE DAY:
 Hawa Mahal, the Palace of Winds, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India..

#India #travel #holiday #palace #Jaipur #Rajasthan #Vacation #wanderlust #explore

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Luxury in Mauritius

LUX* Belle Mare - 6 Nights from R31,145.00 per person sharing 

LUX* Le Morne - 6 Nights from R31,145.00 per person sharing 

Package Includes: Return flights to Mauritius, return airport transfers, 6 nights accommodation, Breakfast & Dinner daily, estimated airport taxes, Beach basket.

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PICTURE OF THE DAY: Seychelles Turtle

PICTURE OF THE DAY: Seychelles Turtle

 #ocean #sea #travel #holiday #vacation #sea-life #nature #relax #wanderlust #Seychelles #Islands #IndianOcean

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PICTURE OF THE DAY: Gili Islands hammock in the water.

PICTURE OF THE DAY: Gili Islands hammock in the water.

#travel #holiday #beach #ocean #water #relax #vacation #hammock #islands #paradise #wanderlust

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Boracay and Cebu, Philippines

8 Nights Cebu and Boracay Island Package: 3 Nights Cebu, 5 Nights Boracay -  From: R 21, 990.00 per person sharing... PACKAGE INCLUDES:  Return Flights from Johannesburg, Estimated  Airport taxes,  All transfers, 3 Nights at the 4* Crimson Beach Resort, Cebu -  5 Nights at the 4* Boracay Regency Beach Resort,  Breakfast daily 

Valid:   11 February - 31  March 2016 

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PICTURE OF THE DAY The Grand Hotel, Lake Misurina, Italy

PICTURE OF THE DAY

 The Grand Hotel, Lake Misurina, Italy. #Travel #Holiday #Italy #Europe #Lake #Mountains #Explore #Scenic

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Tahiti - Picture of the day

Tahiti - Picture of the day

#Travel #holiday #islands #beach #Tahiti #BoraBora #relax #paradise

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Angsana Velavaru Maldives

| Angsana Velavaru Maldives | #maldives #beach #holiday #sun #sea #luxury #Islands #leisure #Angsana

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Variety Cruises Seychelles

Variety Cruises Seychelles, Contact us for a quote:

Holiday Café

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Mauritius Specials 2016

Mauritius Specials 2016

Contact us for the latest 2016 prices

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Where in the world do you want to go?

Where in the world do you want to go? 7 Night Holiday packages. 

Contact us for a quote: holidaycafe@travelbyarrangement.com  /  www.holidaycafe.co.za... T&C's Apply 

Discover Seychelles

Discover the Seychelles. 7 night packages from R21 840.00 per person sharing including estimated taxes. Valid: 01 Nov - 09 Dec. Contact us for a quote: holidaycafe@travelbyarrangement.com  /  www.holidaycafe.co.za... T&C's Apply 

LUX Island Resorts

TROPICAL PLEASURES

A FABULOUS SETTING

Just steps from the gardens, the white-sand beach is a delight: it seems to stretch for miles, bordering the calm beryl waters of the lagoon, one of the finest in the country. With the largest swimming pool on the island, easy-on-the-eyes architecture and lush tropical gardens, the resort caters to idle loungers and fun-seekers alike, from playful families to peace-seeking honeymooners.

LUX* Island Life

LUX* ISLAND LIFE

LUX* has thought about all the little extras that make holiday life lighter and brighter. Start the day at Café LUX*, a stylish pit stop serving proper cups of coffee made with organic beans freshly roasted on-site. Cool down with an exotic ice-cream from ICI’s retro parlours and mobile carts, where home-made waffle cones are cooked for you on the spot. Have a nose around the grounds – you may come across a Message in a Bottle containing a free spa treatment voucher. Free Phone Home telephone boxes, outdoor film shows (Cinema Paradiso) 

Mauritius.. Unrivalled dimension of luxury

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Shandrani Mauritius

LUXURY IN MAURITIUS FOR BEACH AND NATURE LOVERS

Located in the unspoilt south region of Mauritius, Shandrani is a welcoming five-star resort with a lively vibe. Set on a private peninsula lapped by the Blue Bay Marine Park rich in sea life, Shandrani has three different beaches to discover. A short boat ride inshore takes you to the famous Ile aux Aigrettes nature reserve. 

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LUX Resorts 70% Honeymoon discount for the Bride!!..

LUX Resorts 70% Honeymoon discount for the Bride!!..

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LUX* Maldives

Get away from life's stresses at LUX* South Ari Atoll, the only settlement on the postcard-perfect island of Dhidhoofinolhu. Fuss free and laid-back, the resort surprises with pop-up cinema screenings right on the beach, impromptu musical performances and strolls along secret pathways through the lush tropical gardens. Just steps from the thatch-roofed suites and ocean-perched villas, the island’s unspoilt beaches are yours to claim. A prime spot for snorkelling and whale-shark spotting, the resort’s unblemished lagoon is a diver’s dreamworld. 

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Club Med Mauritius Specials

LA POINTE AUX CANONNIERS - 4* Trident, MAURITIUS:

7 nights All Inclusive ex JNB from R21,700.00 per person sharing

(Departing: 02nd October 2015)

Package Includes: Airfare, Transfers & Taxes; 7 Nights accommodation; Full Board – B/fast, Lunch & Dinner incl wine, beer & soft drinks; Open bar day & night & snacking; Range of sports; Children's Facilities: Baby Welcome, Baby Club**(4 to 23months), Petit Club**(2 to 3 years), Mini Club (4 to 10), Juniors Club (11 to 17 years); Unique Club Med entertainment; Comprehensive Insurance Cover. 

LA PLANTATION D'ALBION - 5* Trident, MAURITIUS:

7 nights All Inclusive ex JNB from R24,450.00 per person sharing

(Departing: 02nd October 2015)

Package Includes: Airfare, Transfers & Taxes; 7 Nights accommodation; Full Board – B/fast, Lunch & Dinner incl wine, beer & soft drinks; Open bar day & night & snacking; Range of sports, Golf Academy; Children's Facilities: Baby Welcome, Baby Club**(4 to 23months), Petit Club**(2 to 3 years), Mini Club (4 to 10), Juniors Club (11 to 17 years); Unique Club Med entertainment; Comprehensive Insurance Cover.

Terms & Conditions Apply

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Mauritius Collection...

Package Includes: Return direct flights to Mauritius on Air Mauritius, Return coach transfers, Daily Entertainment

*All Inclusive: B/fast, lunch, dinner, selected drinks while bars are open.

Pkg excl: Passport + visa costs (if applicable), Travel insurance, Items of a personal nature, Approx txs, levies & surcharges R3400 ex JNB / R3900 ex DUR / R4450 ex CPT

Air Mauritius Travel Smart Benefits: Business Class lounge access, Max of 2 children (2 - 11) fly FREE. Only paying for trsfs, txs, levies & surcharges, Additional 3kg per person of baggage, Discount off the brides airfare when travelling on honeymoon, Valid for travel: 01 Sep - 23 Sep / 13 Oct - 08 Dec 15

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GREECE: Bank sector closure extended

Bank sector closure extended

Updated 14 Jul 2015 
The government of Greece has announced that banks will remain closed until at least midnight on July 15, according to the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Travellers are advised to carry cash on them at all times in case of emergencies.

Rugby World Cup 2015: Bronze Final to Final

BOOK YOUR RUGBY WORLD CUP PACKAGE TODAY! As the world cup draws closer, now is the time to secure your seats contact us for official travel packages at the best available rates.  www.holidaycafe.co.za T: 0117944900

Shangri La Le Touessrok

Elegant and luxurious, the newly renovated five-star resort is renowned as one of the world’s most romantic getaways. The resort’s location has been described as “Mauritian perfection”, directly on the white-sand beaches of Trou d’Eau Douce Bay overlooking the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Just off the resort’s pristine coastline, the beautiful private island Ilot Mangenie, exclusive for Shangri-La’s guests, provides the perfect Indian Ocean island escape.

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Sun Resorts – Shoulder season Mauritius Specials!

Sun Resorts – Shoulder season Specials!

VALID: 08 Aug - 31 Aug 15 / 24 Sep - 12 Oct 15

4 Star Ambre Resort
7 Nights All Inclusive from R20 785.00 per person sharing including estimated taxes.

4 Star La Pirogue
7 Nights Half Board from R22 780.00 per person sharing including estimated taxes.

5 Star Sugar Beach

7 Nights Half Board from R22 020.00 per person sharing including estimated taxes.

5 Star Long Beach

7 Nights Half Board from R22 020.00 per person sharing including estimated taxes.

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EMIRATES - 40% discount in Business class

Whether you are seeking adventure, relaxation, warmer temperatures or cultural highlights & delights, now is the time to secure a seat with up to 40% discount in Business class to the below selected destinations & now incl London & Manchester.

Departure ex DUR, JNB & CPT to: Beijing, Dubai, Hong Kong, Frankfurt, New York, Kuala Lumpur , Singapore, *London, Manchester

FARES starting from R 29 544.72

Travel Period – immediate to 10 December 2015 

Terms & Conditions Apply

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Shangri-La Le Touessrok & Spa 50% Discount - Opening Offer

Opening 01 November 2015

Shangri La Le Touessrok & Spa, Mauritius

7 nights in a Deluxe Ocean View room from  R26, 786.00  per adult sharing. Rate includes: Return flights to Mauritius on Air Mauritius Travel Smart program; Return coach transfers; Breakfast & dinner daily; All land & non-motorized water sports. Unlimited water-skiing. Daily entertainment; Estimated airport taxes. A 50% discount on the accommodation is included in the rate quoted above. Rate excludes: Passport & visa costs (if applicable); Travel insurance; Items of a personal nature Air Mauritius Travel Smart: Up to 2 children u/12 fly free, access to the business class lounge, additional baggage allowance, discount off a brides airfare.

Fabulous Mauritius

Fabulous Offers

LUX* Belle Mare, Mauritius (5 star)

6 Nights from R19 963.00 per person sharing

Package Includes: Return economy class flights ex Johannesburg, breakfast & Dinner daily, return airport to hotel transfers, accommodation as specified, estimated airport taxes & levies.

Package Excludes: Items of a personal nature, meals not specified, motorised waterpsorts.
Valid for travel:
09 May – 31 May 2015
01 June - 10 July 2015
21 July - 01 October 2015

High season surcharges apply

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Fabulous Mauritius

Fabulous Offers

LUX* Belle Mare, Mauritius (5 star)

6 Nights from R19 963.00 per person sharing

Package Includes: Return economy class flights ex Johannesburg, breakfast & Dinner daily, return airport to hotel transfers, accommodation as specified, estimated airport taxes & levies.

Package Excludes: Items of a personal nature, meals not specified, motorised waterpsorts.
Valid for travel:
09 May – 31 May 2015
01 June - 10 July 2015
21 July - 01 October 2015

High season surcharges apply

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LUX* Belle Mare, Mauritius - Fabulous offer

Fabulous Offers

LUX* Belle Mare, Mauritius (5 star)
6 Nights from R19 963.00 per person sharing

Package Includes: Return economy class flights ex Johannesburg, breakfast & Dinner daily, return airport to hotel transfers, accommodation as specified, estimated airport taxes & levies.


Package Excludes: Items of a personal nature, meals not specified, motorised waterpsorts.

Valid for travel: 
09 May – 31 May 2015
01 June - 10 July 2015
21 July - 01 October 2015
High season surcharges apply

Contact us for more details:
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Best of Thailand Deals

*Number of nights in each centre dependent on season of travel

Package Includes: Return flights ex JNB, approximate airport taxes, airport - hotel transfers, accommodation as specified, breakfast daily.

Indicative prices are per person sharing and are subject to currency fluctuations, availability and adjustment based on exact departure date. Depending on package offer, surcharges may apply for departures on certain days of the week and high season airfare supplements may apply over certain dates. Certain package rates may include early bird discounts with specific booking deadlines. Prices correct as of 12 January 2015.

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Unabridged Birth Certificates - Traveling with Children

Reunion Island New volcanic eruption

A new volcanic eruption has started on Reunion Island, where Piton de la Fournaise is now producing a lava flow that is travelling down its slopes. 

The new eruption is coming from the southern side of the volcano and roads and parks in the immediate vicinity have been closed.

A series of minor earthquakes preceded the eruption, with at least a few hundred recorded early yesterday. 

This is the second eruption in the past year at Piton de la Fournaise after 3 years of quiet. That eruption only lasted a few hours, and the volcano was recently lowered from a volcanic alert status.

Unabridged Birth Certificates Compulsory for Travelling Minors

All travellers under 18 years who are entering or leaving South Africa will be required to have unabridged birth certificates along with passports from the 1st of October 2014. This is part of the Department of Home Affairs’ efforts to put an end to child trafficking. These documents need to be presented during check-in for flights.

These are the most basic documentation requirements:

1. Parents travelling with children

Parents who are travelling with their child should produce the child’s unabridged birth certificate which reflects both parents’ details.
2. One parent travelling with a child will need to accompany the unabridged certificate with:

Consent (in the form of an affidavit) from the other parent whose details appear on the birth certificate.
A court order showing they have full parental responsibilities and rights if they are a legal guardian.
The other parent’s death certificate, if applicable.
3. Persons travelling with a minor who is not their biological child will need:

A copy of the child’s unabridged birth certificate.
An affidavit from the parents or legal guardian of the child granting permission to travel with the child.
Contact details of the parents or legal guardian of the child.
Under some circumstances and upon presentation of certain documentation, entry into or departure from the country may be approved if both parents are deceased.

4. Unaccompanied travelling minors need to present the following to the immigration officer:

Proof of consent from one or both of his/her parents or legal guardian, whatever the case may be.
A letter from the person receiving the child in the Republic, which contains the residential address and contact details of where the child will be residing.
A copy of the identity document or valid passport, along with the visa or permanent residence permit of the person who is receiving the child in the Republic.
The parents or legal guardian of the child’s contact details.
If you would like more information on these updated requirements, have a look at information released by the Department of Home Affairs:

Home Affairs encourages parents to get unabridged birth certificates for children

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Mauritius Ebola travel restrictions amended

Mauritius has amended its travel restrictions to exclude the Democratic Republic of Congo from its list of affected countries.

All foreign nationals, including South Africans, who have visited one or more of the three countries affected by Ebola in the last 21 days, will not be allowed to enter the country for the time being.

These countries are:  Sierra Leone; Guinea; and Liberia.

Ebola updates can be found here or under the ‘Additional Information’ heading on the TI Plus homepage.

Princess Cruises specials...

All rates below include the cruise, flights, taxes and transfers!!

Standard terms & conditions apply.

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First Floor Trinity Village

65 Knoppiesdoring Street, 

Randpark Ridge, Johannesburg

Kanuhura Resort Maldives

5* Kanuhura Resort Maldives

7 Nights in a sunrise Beach Villa from R39 921.00 per person sharing - including taxes

Valid: 11 Apr - 31 Jul 15

PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Return flights on Emirates
Estimated taxes
7 Nights accommodation
Breakfast Daily
Seaplane transfers

Standard terms & conditions apply.

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Randpark Ridge, Johannesburg

MSC Sinfonia gets an upgrade

Cape Town - The popular South African cruise liner, the MSC Sinfonia, will be one of a few MSC cruise ships undergoing a 200 million Euro upgrade in the Fincantieri shipyard in Palermo, Sicily. 

The improved MSC Sinfonia is planned to return to South African seas in time for the 2015/2016 cruising season, reports iAfrica. 

Only 4 of the twelve ships in the MSC fleet will be revamped in this 'Renaissance Program' - the MSC Armonia, MSC Licrica, the MSC Opera and the MSC Sinfonia.

They are planned to be lengthened by inserting a pre-made 24 meter long section to the vessel, that would enable the it to hold more than 600 passengers extra.

Facilities, such as a Baby Club childcare unit and a Young Club unit for older children, will be also be initiated as part of the improvement program. Technological improvements, as well as an upgrade to the menus and the beloved 20-hour buffet are also something cruisers can look forward to.

Early Bird Specials...

VALID: 13 January - 24 March 2015 

DESCRIPTION: 
35% discount! Book by 28 February.

PACKAGES INCLUDE: 
Return flights to Mauritius
Return resort transfers
7 nights accommodation in a deluxe room
Breakfast and dinner daily
All Mauritius taxes, levies and surcharges (estimate)

Standard terms & conditions apply.

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Randpark Ridge, Johannesburg

Early Bird Specials...

VALID: 31 April - 31 October 2015 

DESCRIPTION:
A resort catering for families, couples and friends travelling together - situated directly on Tri Trang Beach, only 10 minutes drive from Patong Beach.


PACKAGES INCLUDE:

Return flights to Thailand
Return resort transfers
8 nights accommodation at Merlin Beach Resort
Breakfast daily
10% discount for food and beverages (excluding minibar and special promotions)
Free Wi-Fi
Free shuttle to the Patong Merlin Hotel located in the heart of Patong
Resort credit of THB1200 per person per stay (max 2 guests)
20% discount on regular spa treatments.
Complimentary Around Phuket Island Tour!
All taxes; levies and surcharges (estimate)

Standard terms & conditions apply.

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65 Knoppiesdoring Street,
Randpark Ridge, Johannesburg