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Rickshaw Newsletter - July 2015

 
 

Newsletter July 2015

 
 
 
 

Return of the lions - Rwanda

The tourism scene in Rwanda is expected to become even more vibrant with the anticipated return of lions at the country's Akagera National Park. African Parks and The Rwanda Development Board announced that the big cats are expected to arrive at the park in the first week of July 2015, marking a historic return after a fifteen years absence.

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UK lifts travel ban to Kenya

The United Kingdom has now lifted a travel advisory barring its citizens from non-essential travel to Mombasa, Kilifi all the way to Watamu. A statement from the UK High Commission on Thursday however said British nationals are restricted from travelling to Garissa, Eastleigh, Lamu and Tana River due to security concerns.

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Oman Air wins Best Airline Staff Service

Oman Air has been named as the winner of the 'Best Airline Staff Service in the Middle East' award at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2015. The award was presented at a ceremony held at the Paris Air Show recently. It recognises the commitment of Oman Air's staff to providing the airline's customers with quality, comfort and a seamless passenger experience.

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Emirates adds flight to Bali

Emirates has commenced a daily nonstop service to the island of Bali in Indonesia. Bali is Emirates' 146th global destination, adding to the airline's route network in the Far East region, which now spans 18 destinations in 11 countries. The non-stop service between Dubai and Bali is operated by a Boeing 777-300ER aircraft in a two-class configuration.

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Lufthansa to fly to Nairobi again

Starting October 27, 2015, Lufthansa will resume flying to Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. The airline will utilize Airbus A340-300s to fly between Frankfurt and Nairobi four times a week in winter 2015/16 and five times a week from December 11. Flight LH 590 will leave Lufthansa's Frankfurt hub every morning on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays (and on Fridays from December 11, 2015 to the end of January 2016) and will reach Nairobi in the evening after a journey of more than eight hours.

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Diani Beach, Maasai Mara voted as best tourist destinations in Africa

The Kenyan tourism industry has received a major boost after key attractions and hotels scooped top awards during the World Travel Awards ceremony. The sterling performance is welcome news to the industry, which has been hit hard by the terrorist threat. The awards - and the lifting of the advisories — are likely to lead to a revival of the tourism sector, which has been on the decline in the past two years.

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Kenya Introduces e-Visa

As an ongoing effort to enhance service delivery to travellers, Kenya has introduced the process of obtaining visas on line effective July 2, 2015 (www.ecitizen.go.ke). Until the end of August 2015, visas will also be available on arrival, however, as of September 1, all visitors will have to apply for visas online.

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Spotlight on Oman

If you are a frequent traveler around the globe, then a visit to Oman is a must, at least once. Oman was once a huge seafaring empire, so in today's Sultanate of Oman, you will find a mixture of ethnicities, races, cultures and traditions.

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More News

FastJet starts new route to Malawi

Kisumu to welcome Best Western

IndiGo to introduce '6E Pass' service

Flydubai launches Hargeisa flights

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Rickshaw Client Review

Dear Rikesh,

We had a fantastic time. The driver allocated to us was great. His knowledge on the safari was superb. His character, demeanor was amazing too. We'd recommend using Rickshaw anytime and especially ask for Paul! Thanks for everything,

Regards, Sakina

 
     
 
 
 

Travel Deals

Valid till October2015
6 Days Tanzanian Nothern Circuit Safari
Lake Manyara, Serengeti & Ngorongoro
 
FROM USD 1,948* PPS

Includes: • 1N Lake Manyara (FB) • 2N Serengeti (FB) • 1N Ngorongoro (FB) • 1N Arusha (B&B) • Park Fees / Crater Fee Private • 4x4 vehicle with driver/guide • All game drives • Transfers to and from Kilimanjaro Airport • All taxes

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Valid 16th July – 20th Dec
Malindi - Kenya - All Inclusive
Diamond Dream of Africa - Double Junior Suite
 
FROM USD 230* P/NIGHT

From: USD 230 per room, per night (Residents)
From: USD 295 per room, per night (Non-Residents)

Includes: • Accommodation in junior suite • AC, internet, satellite tv • Private terrace or balcony with garden view • A`la carte breakfast, lunch and dinner • Unlimited drinks and snacks • Gym, animation program and evening shows • Sun beds, sun umbrellas and beach towels

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Valid till 15 Sept, 2015
5 Days Muscat - Oman
 
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Valid from 31 Dec 2015

7 Days Malawi
Lake Malawi, Liwonde, Liwongwe & Rive Shire
 
FROM USD 1,653* PPS

Includes:• Transfers to and from airport • 3 Nights Central Lake Malawi • 2 Nights Liwonde National Park • 1 Night Liwongwe Game drives & nature walking trails • Boat cruise on River Shire • Bird watching

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Valid till 15 Sept 2015
12 Days South American Wonders
Argentine - Peru - Brazil
 
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11 Day Far East - Vietnam - Cambodia - Laos
 
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Valid till 30 Sept 2015
4 Days Seychelles
Avani - Barbarons Resort & Spa
 
FROM USD 685* PPS

Includes: • 4 Nights in Beach Access Room • Bed & Breakfast • Meet & Greet • Return airport transfers SIC basis • Book before 31st July and get USD 50 discount per adult

 

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