Ol Pejeta is a non-profit wildlife conservancy in Kenya supporting endangered species, tourism and community outreach. It is also East Africa's largest black rhino sanctuary, the only place to see chimpanzees and also holds some of the highest predator densities in Kenya.

Likewise the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy has also been instrumental in keeping safe the black rhinos on its lands and now has a surplus of black rhinos which it will relocate to other protected areas. Lewa has also had its share of rhinos killed by poachers. Other endangered mammals that call Lewa home are three important antelope species, and it houses 20% of the world's endangered Grevy's zebra population.

The news that a record number of African rhinos were illegally killed in South Africa this year is also very disheartening. The slaughter is driven by the use of their horns in Chinese medicine and a spreading belief in Southeast Asia, unfounded in science, that they may cure cancer.

Learn more about these conservancies and how you can help protect our endangered species by visiting their websites.

The warm and sunny weather is a big draw for travelers who want to escape the cold and snowy winters of the North. The eastern coast of Africa also has some of the most stunning beaches in the world. Although the local populations of Zanzibar, Dar es salaam, Mombasa, Lamu and Malindi, to name are few, are predominantly muslim, many hotels and resorts offer traditional Christmas celebrations.  It's not unusual to see a brightly lit Christmas tree amongst the swaying palm trees on the beach.

There is so much to explore in all of these places; things like the old forts, museums, their markets, the narrow streets in Zanzibar and the mangrove forests of Lamu.  Enjoy the warm waters of the Indian Ocean from a leisurely swim to deep-sea fishing and water sports like scuba diving, sailing and parasailing.  Take in the rich, historical local cultures and partake in local flavours like pilau, biryani, Kuku Na Nazi and Ugali.

Come and enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of the coast of East Africa during this upcoming holiday season.  Let us help you make this holiday season one to remember.

Until November 16th, Jet Airways, India's
pre-eminent private carrier, has slashed fares on the Mumbai-London sector to less than INR 10,000 (approx. GBP 116) per person, round trip (excluding taxes), reviving memories of a price war that made fares on the South-east Asian routes from India one of the cheapest in the world.

Mumbai-London fares are probably unlikely to remain that cheap but Virgin's imminent entry and the rush of flyers expected in the busy season which begins in October and runs up to January has prompted major international airlines to offer heavy discounts.

FASTJET expands fleet and strengthens management team - African low cost airline FastJet has expanded its aircraft fleet, signed a maintenance contract with a leading aircraft maintenance company and further strengthened its management team ahead of the airline's planned launch next month.

Commenting on the aircraft leases and recent management hires, FastJet chief executive Ed Winter said: “Signing two further aircraft to our fleet and securing delivery in November puts us firmly on track to launch FastJet next month at our first base in Dar es Salaam in Tanzania.

FRANCE withdraws from Eurail Select Pass program - Rail Europe Inc. has announced that as of Jan. 1, 2013, France will withdraw as a participating country from the Eurail Select Pass, but will still remain part of the Eurail Global Pass.

All Eurail Select Passes purchased now through Dec. 31 that include France will be honoured in 2013. Eurail Select Pass holders have six months from the date of issue to start using their pass and another two months from the date the pass is activated to complete their travel.

EGYPT projects a rise of about 20 percent in tourist numbers this year, the tourism minister said, despite outbreaks of violence after last year's Arab Spring.

But Tourism Minister Hisham Zaazou cited strong recent occupancy rates at hotels. About 8.8 million tourists visited Egypt in the first nine months of this year, he said at an industry event.

"What I'm targeting is 11.5 million to 12 million tourists by the end of December. For sure over 11 million," Zaazou said. He said numbers should return to 2010 levels by the end of 2013 depending on the security situation.

TAKE CHRISTMAS WITH YOU

4 REASONS TO TRAVEL OVER CHRISTMAS

When we think of the Christmas holidays, we think of snow, Christmas trees, large family dinners and lots of presents. Decorating the house, cooking a turkey and wrapping gifts has become part of our normal traditions, and we can't imagine stepping away from them to celebrate the holidays somewhere else.

Zanzibar Island - 6 Nights / 7 Days

From: USD 1,070* per person sharing Valid from 23 December 2012 - 6 January 2013 (inclusive)

Warm waters, pristine white beaches, steeped in culture, exotic in nature. Choose from: Diamonds La Gemma & Sandies Neptune (all inclusive) Essque Zalu, Bluebay & Sea Cliff Resorts (half board) Includes: 6 Nights / 7 Days Return Airport Transfers Festive Season Supplement book online

Special for East African Residents, Zanzibar - 3 Nights / 4 Days

Ocean Paradise Resort, Zanzibar. As the name suggests, this resort is paradise along a white sandy beach, overlooking the turquoise Indian Ocean. Includes: 3 Nights / 4 Days Accommodation (half board) Return Airport Transfers Festive Season Supplement book online

USD 536* per person sharing Valid from 20 December - 29 December 2012 (inclusive)

Fly to Mara Rianta, Masai Mara, Kenya - 2 Nights

From USD 826* per person sharing (Non-Residents) From KES 88,213* per person sharing (Residents) Valid from 23 December 2012 - 6 January 2013

Kenya has it all, game reserves, spectacular beaches, stunning golf courses, equatorial forests to name just a few. Includes: 2 Nights accommodation at Mara Rianta Camp Return flights on Air Kenya from Nairobi including taxes Early morning tea, coffee or hot chocolate with wake up call Buffet Breakfast, lunch and A'la Carte dinner Return airstrip transfers in the Mara 2 game drives per day in Mara North Conservancy Conservancy Fees book online

Voyager Beach Resort, Mombasa - Kenya - 8 nights

Ship-themed resort offering plenty of water sports and entertainment programs. Minimum Stay 8 Nights Includes: 8 nights accommodation (all inclusive basis) Return airport transfers from Mombasa Airport book online

From USD 1,294* per person sharing (Non Residents) From KES 125,040 * per person sharing (Residents) Valid from 20 December 2012 - 1 January 2013

Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa, Mombasa - Kenya - 4 nights

From: USD 1,123* per person sharing (Non Residents) From: KES 68,870* per person sharing (Residents) Valid from 22 December 2012 - 2 January 2013

Set over 23 acres of naturally landscaped greens along a stunning white sand beach. Minimum Stay 3 Nights Includes: 4 nights accommodation (Breakfast & Dinner) Return airport transfers from Mombasa Airport book online

Serena Beach Hotel & Spa, Mombasa - Kenya - 4 nights

A tropical paradise whose architecture resembles a 13th century Swahili town. Includes: 4 nights accommodation (Breakfast & Dinner) Return airport transfers from Mombasa Airport book online

From: USD 937* per person sharing (Non Residents) From: KES 77,040 per person sharing (Residents) Valid 23 December 2012 – 1 January 2012

Best of Far East - Kuala Lumpur, Genting Highlands & Singapore - 7 Nights

From: USD 880 pp sharing Valid till 31 December 2012

Visit Kuala Lumpur, Genting Highlands and Singapre - a perfect holiday experience combining a cosmopolitan city break with premier centre offering wholesome family fun and entertainment. Includes: 2 Nights in Standard Room at Grand Continental in Kuala Lumpur 2 Nights in Standard Room at the Theme Park in Genting 3 Nights in Standard Room at the Park Sovereign in Singapore book online

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