Rickshaw Newsletter - September 2015

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Newsletter September 2015

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Acacia Mining - Kilimanjaro Climb Challenge 2015

Acacia Mining organized a climb up Mt. Kilimanjaro to raise funds for Education in Tanzania. The team of climbers, which included staff, family and friends, was led by CEO, Andrew Wray and raised over $420,000. Every cent raised will be spent on education projects in Tanzania by CanEducate, a charity that provides educational sponsorships to impoverished and at-risk children in developing countries.

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Rickshaw Denmark celebrates the Tall Ships

Last month, the city of Aalborg in Denmark hosted The Tall Ships races where around 100 sail ships from all over the world anchored in the harbour, alongside our Aalborg offices. We took advantage of the beautiful summer weather and moved our office premises outside onto the street.

Emirates to launch longest non-stop flight in the world to Panama City

Emirates (Dubai) has announced the commencement of a daily service to Orlando, Florida as of September 1, 2015 and Bamako, Mali in October 2015. In November Bologna will be added. As well, Emirates plans to launch services to Panama City, the longest nonstop flight in the world (17 hours 35 minutes in the westbound direction), beginning February 1, 2016 and as well will operate four new flights between Dubai and Phuket from December 1, 2015.

Qatar airways ups frequencies to Asmara

Effective 06th of September will Qatar Airways add a fifth flight from Doha to Asmara, operated nonstop on an Airbus A320 aircraft which offers 12 seats in Business Class and 132 seats in Economy Class.

Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 777 with 180 degree business class full flat beds

Ethiopian Airlines has retro-fitted their Boeing 777 passenger aircraft with 180 degree business class full flat beds. This product is expected to enhance passenger comfort and improve the Ethiopian fleet.s.

Kenya: Migration of wildebeest a big draw for high profile tourists

The ongoing wildbeest migration, which is concentrated in Kenya at the moment, is drawing in some very high profile personalities. The latest ones being Jonathan Goodluck, the former Nigerian President, who arrived in Kenya for a three-day tour of the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, to witness this event.

'Magical' Kenya gets endorsement for Tourism

The United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has endorsed Kenya as a safe tourist destination, saying the warmth and hospitality of the country supersedes past terrorism attacks that almost paralysed the tourism sector.


UK changes visa process for non EEA nationals	Update on E-Visa to Kenya	India confirms UK tourists eligible for e-tourist visa	Air Tanzania resumes flights to Mwanza

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Hotel News

Two Jumeirah hotels join AMEX programme. Jumeirah Group has revealed that two more properties have been selected to join the American Express Fine Hotels and Resorts (FHR) programme in 2016. read more

Spring International Hotel - Kasese, Uganda. This new hotel in western Uganda provides clean and comfortable accommodations surrounded by gardens and a serene environment. drive. read more

Rickshaw Client Reviews

Kilimia's energy and personality had a very positive impact on our trip. Steve took us to Mt. Kili and he was a delightful person to guide us. Both Steve and Kili I would ask to travel with again!!

Paddy Byrne (Kilimanjaro Climb)

Sisti, our guide, was excellent, kind, able and flexible. We felt very safe with him and grateful we had him as our guide. Thank you. Trip planning was excellent too.

Bhanu Singh (Safari)

Valid till 31 December, 2015

Zanzibar Weekend Special
Seacliff Resort & Spa

FROM USD 125* PPS

INCLUDES:
• Accommodation in Superior Sea View Room • Live entertainment • Free us of all non-motorized watersports • Free 30 minutes massage • Full breakfast and dinner buffet daily • Complimentary wi-fi • Play 18 holes of golf for USD 60 pp

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Valid till 31 December, 2015

2 Days Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary, Uganda

FROM USD 455* PPS

INCLUDES: • Return Transfers from Entebbe to Sanctuary • Speedboat transfer to Island • Entrance fee • Meals & Accommodation at a Luxurious Tented Camp

From USD 455 pp sharing (Residents) - Minimum 4 pax
Valid: 31 December 2015
From USD 910 pp sharing (Non-Residents) - Minimum 2 pax
Valid: 31 October 2015

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Valid till 31 October, 2015

5 Days Fanjove Private Island

FROM USD 1, 792* PPS

INCLUDES: • 4 Nights Accommodation on FB Basis • Boat transers to and from Songo Songo • Snorkelling and Kayaking • Village Fees, Tourism Levy • Airport tax Safety Fees • Flights to and from Dar to Songo Songo

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Valid till 30 Sept 2015

7 Days Garden Route & Safari, South Africa

FROM USD 1, 249* PPS

INCLUDES: • Start in Capetown, end in Port Elizabeth (4 days) • Stellenbosch, Cango Caves, Cruise Kynsna Lagoon & more • 3 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner • Transfer from Port Elizabeth to Pumba Private Game Reserve • 2 Nights at the Water Lodge - full board • Transfer to Port Elizabeth Airport

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Valid 01 Oct 2015 - March 2016

10 Days Alpine Magic, Europe
2N Vienna / 2N Salzburg / 1N Innsbruck / 2N Interlaken / 2N Lucerne

FROM EURO 1, 245* PPS

INCLUDES: • Continental breakfast • City Tours • Swarovski Crystal World • Excursion to Jungfraujoch and Mt. Titlis • Arrival transfer in Vienna • Austria Rail Pass - 2nd Class • Swiss Rail Card - 2nd Class

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