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Newsletter - January, 2012

 January, 2012

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A Happy New Year to you all.

Hello Readers:  Welcome to our first newsletter of 2012.

We hope you had a safe and enjoyable holiday season and managed to take some time off to just relax and enjoy quality time with your families. 

As the 2011 travel year has now flown by us, we begin to look ahead to all the new and exciting possibilities that 2012 has to offer.

People are already thinking about their next vacation and where they will head off to this time.  Pop into our offices or call us – let us help you plan your next holiday.

HAVE ANY OF OUR READERS CLIMBED MT. KILIMANJARO?

If so, we’d like to hear from you.  We’d like to share your experience with browsers of our website.  One of our clients who climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro in 2009 has shared this with us:

http://youtu.be/EG9lKHqpKyQ

Want to have your say? Send your feedback to info@rickshawtravels.com

MEDICAL TOURSIM - WHY INDIA

India is fast becoming a global health destination taking over the lead role in the medical – tourism / health care industry. Rickshaw Caares is a registered private company located in Bangalore , India. Bangalore offers state-of-the-art medical centres with the latest in the medical advances including stem-cell research and procedures in cardiac treatment and oncology.

Rickshaw Caares is supported in its venture by Rickshaw Travels. We are committed to providing an easy link-up with affordable, private medical care centres under the supervision of highly qualified doctors, using the latest technologies in collaboration with the tourism industry for global patients, needing surgical and other forms of specialized treatments.

Advantages of going to India for Medical Treatment

  • Internationally accredited medical facilities using the latest technologies.
  • Highly qualified Physicians/Surgeons and hospital support staff.
  • Significant cost savings compared to domestic private healthcare.
  • Medical treatment costs in India are lower by at least 60-80% when compared to similar procedures in North America and the UK
  • No wait lists.
  • Fluent English speaking staff.
  • Options for private room, translator, private chef, dedicated staff during your stay and many other tailor-made services.
  • Can easily be combined with a holiday / business trip.
DID YOU KNOW?

MOUNT KILIMANJARO

 

HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR TRIP TO EAST AFRICA

 

Climbing to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa is one of the most rewarding challenges for any mountain climbing enthusiast in Africa and is easily within the reach of most visitors. We recommend you do a safari after the climb and end your vacation with a few days on the beach in Zanzibar.  For most climbers, this is a popular choice.  For more information on the different routes up the mountain and how to prepare for your climb.

 

Once you’ve made the decision to travel to East Africa, it’s time to prepare for your trip. Unfortunately, there is often so much to do that it can be difficult knowing where to begin. We have broken it down into five easy steps to help you prepare the trip of your life.


1. Make sure your passport is up-to-date. You won’t be going anywhere if it isn’t, so double check...

 

OPPORTUNITY AFRICA

 

SWAHILI GLOSSARY

 

The Opportunity Africa conference took place between November 11 – 13, 2011 at the Ismaili Centre, London and was organized by the Aga Khan Economic Planning Board of the UK, France and Portugal.

“The time to invest in Africa is now and more specifically in East Africa… the 21st Century belongs to Africa.”

The Vice President of Kenya, His Excellency Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka officially opened the inaugural and ground breaking conference, “Opportunity Africa”, addressing approximately 250 delegates at The Ismaili Centre in London.

Extracted from: www.theismaili.org /
www.opportunityafrica.net/

 

  • Hello = Jambo / hujambo / Salama

  • How are you? - Habarigani

  • Fine (response) - Nzuri

  • Goodbye - Kwaheri / Kwaherini (more than one peson)

  • See You Later - Tutaonana

  • Nice to meet you - Nafurahikukuona

  • Goodnight - Lalasalama

 
TRAVEL DEALS

4 nights SELOUS LUXURY CAMP SAFARI- SERENA

Set amidst dense indigenous forests the Selous Luxury Camp is the ultimate wilderness retreat. With 360-degree views over the surrounding bush, the twelve widely spaced tents are presented in time-honoured safari style, with natural thatch roofs, elegant Victorian-styled bathrooms, private viewing decks. Luxuriously presented, each tent features an engaging mix of canvas walls, crystal chandeliers, opulent rugs and elegant rosewood furniture.

From USD 2090 Per Person Sharing

Valid: 06 January 2012 - 31 March 2012

 

2 NIGHTS SERENGETI SAFARI – SERENA LODGE, TANZANIA
"Serengeti" means endless plain in the Maasai language and within its boundaries are more than Three Million large mammals from over more than 35 species and over 300 species of birds. The Serengeti is Africa's most famous park. Renowned for the two million strong wildebeest 'Great Migration' and incredible concentrations of predators, the Serengeti is a park that guarantees an exceptional safari. 

From USD 1432 Per Person Sharing

Valid: 03 January 2012 – 28 February 2012

 

BLUEBAY BEACH RESORT & SPA, ZANZIBAR - TANZANIA

Stay 7 nights /Pay 6 Nights
The Bluebay Beach Resort & Spa is located on the east coast of the Zanzibar Island, in an area known as Kiwengwa. The Zanzibar Island lies 35 KM off the eastern coast of Africa and is one of the two main islands of an autonomous state within the larger republic of Tanzania.

From USD 959 Per Person Sharing

Valid 05 December 2011 – 21 December 2011

From USD 1039 Per Person Sharing

Valid 06 January 2012 – 31 March 2012

 

STAY 7 NIGHTS /PAY 5 NIGHTS – ESSQUE ZALU, ZANZIBAR
Essque Zalu Zanzibar is a brand new 5 star boutique resort, that opened its doors for business on 15th June 2011 and located on Zanzibar's spectacular north-eastern coastline, Nungwi. 

From USD 1159 Per Person Sharing  

Valid: 05 December 2011 – 21 December 2011

From USD 1449 Per Person Sharing

Valid: 06 January 2012 – 31 March 2012

 

AYURVEDA – KADAVU RESORT – KERALA, INDIA
KADAVU RESORTS, a luxurious Resort and business hotel is located in a sprawling 9 acre plot along the side of the backwaters, a charming location with groves of swaying, graceful coconut palms facing the lovely backwaters.

7 Nights Single USD 1909 / Twin USD 1213

14 Nights Single USD 3414 / Twin USD 2336

Valid: 01 December - 31 March 2012

 

SELOUS, TANZANIA - AMARA LUXURY CAMP- STAY 4 NIGHTS /PAY 3 NIGHTS

Situated in the heart of Southern Tanzania's Selous Game Reserve, Amara brings a whole new meaning to luxury accommodation in the heart of the African bush. Great effort has been made to ensure that Amara reflects the colours and mood of the Selous, balancing it with its wild and unblemished environment.

From USD 2469 Per Person Sharing

Valid: 06 January 2012 – 31 March 2012

 
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