Flight Centre Independent - Marise Saayman

03/02/2025

19/01/2025

Flight Centre Independent is transforming into Envoyage – where wanderlust meets limitless possibilities. Enhanced benefits, worldwide connections and a bold new identity that captures the essence of modern exploration.

The journey of a lifetime awaits. We can't wait to share more about this exciting transformation. Follow along as our story unfolds.

02/12/2024

Countdown to Christmas...
23 days to go!

23/11/2024

Why are airplane routes curved and not straight?

Airplane flights do not follow a straight line but rather a curved path, and this choice goes beyond any technical issue—it is an adaptation to the curvature of the planet itself. In geometry, we learn that the shortest distance between two points is a straight line, but this principle applies only to flat surfaces, like a sheet of paper. When considering the spherical shape of the Earth, the shortest distance between two points becomes a curve known as a geodesic.

This concept originates from Riemannian geometry, which is better suited to curved surfaces. Flight planners use this approach to map out the shortest routes to save time and fuel. These geodesic paths represent the most efficient routes on a sphere. Instead of flying in a "straight line" as it appears on a flat map, airplanes follow a curved trajectory that is, in three-dimensional reality, the shortest path.

These air routes are a fascinating testament to the Earth's curvature. Every flight follows a course that might seem counterintuitive, but in fact, represents the shortest distance and least effort on our spherical planet.
Credits: Curiosidades da Terra

See more: https://bamboospanda.com/a-wonderful-train-journey-to-new-york-from-san-francisco/

18/11/2024

What a late Saturday Night/Sunday Morning...waiting infront of my laptop for that 1 Business Class seat to open up in the hopes that I can upgrade my client to Business Class on his way back to Cape Town...

And YES! It happened exactly at 00h24 and by 01h12 ticket was reissued with one very happy client!

18/11/2024

Contiki Cyber Sale!!!

Save up to 25% on selected trips!

Contact me for more information:
Email: [email protected] or 082 562 5280

18/11/2024

INSIGHT VACATIONS BLACK FRIDAY SALE!



Save up to 30% on selected Business Class.

Terms and Conditions apply.

Contact me for more information:
Email: [email protected] or 082 562 5280

18/11/2024

COSTSAVER Tours Black Friday Special:

*Save 10% on select 2025 departures as featured as “Black Friday Deal”.

All offers are valid on new bookings only made with deposit between 01 November 2024 to 05 December 2024.

Full payment due 120 days prior to departure or at time of booking if booked within 120 days of departure; whichever comes first.

Prices are in SA Rand, are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and are subject to availability.

If guests change to another tour or date not on sale, they are responsible to pay the difference and adhere to different payment conditions.

Discounts are not transferable.

Savings are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. May be combined with 5% Global Tour Rewards savings only, not combinable with group discounts, Future Travel Credit carry forward discount or any other discount or promotion. Other conditions may apply. E&OE

18/11/2024

Trafalgar Tours Black Friday Sale

Save up to 30% on selected South Africa Adventures and tours

Contact me for more information:
Email: [email protected] or +27825625280

18/11/2024

Club Med Black Friday Sale!!!

SALE FROM
19 NOVember - 02 DECember
UP TO -R13 790 OFF PER PERSON!

Tick tock, tick tock. Black Friday is getting nearer.

For two weeks only, clients can get up to -R13 790 off per person on their November to May 2025 holidays.

Whether they want to be the first on the slopes or to dig their toes into warm sands, book their holiday from 19th November 2024.

Sale ends 2nd December 2024.

For more information, please email me : [email protected] / +27825625280

18/11/2024

Beachcomber BLACK FRIDAY Special:

Contact me for a quote:
Email: [email protected] or +27 82 562 5280

18/11/2024

Important Visa Information:

UK Visas
UK visas are taking 3-4-weeks from the date of the UK Visa biometric appointment.
Appointments for UK Visas are generally available within a week.

Priority options available

Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us to obtain more
information on these options.

UK Transit Visas
Please note that South African passport holders DO REQUIRE a transit visa for the UK – please chat to one of our friendly consultants for more information.

The TLS application centre in Johannesburg will close 19 November 2024.
Visa application processing for the UK will transfer to VFS Global.
Delays may be experienced.
Please contact us for assistance with your applications.
Canada Visas

Please note the current processing time is 285 days
from date of biometric collection.

Once we receive the BIOMETRIC letter request, we only have 4 weeks to process biometrics otherwise we lose the money paid, and have to reload.
Ireland:

SA passport holders require a visa to enter Ireland.
Please contact us to assist with your applications.
Plan ahead as the current processing time is 6-8 weeks from the
successful submission.
USA

A guideline to the availability of appointments.
Johannesburg – 25 November 2024
Cape Town – 18 November 2024
Durban – 18 November 2024
If you have had a previous USA visa EXPIRE in the last 48 MONTHS you could qualify for an “appointment waiver”, we will submit the application on your behalf.
Regretfully, there IS NO option for an earlier appointment unless the traveller has a compassionate case or can demonstrate a URGENT or compelling need for business travel – both of these options will be considered by the USA case officer and a decision can only be made by them.
Australia Visas

Kindly note the following:
From the date the application is paid online, the applicant has 14 days to go in for the biometrics. If the applicant does not appear for the biometrics the applications will be rejected and we would need to rebook and repay.

Please remember your visa application ONLY begins once you have attended an appointment, from there 7-10 working days is the standard processing time.
Australia appointments are readily available.
Dubai Update

Single entry processing time 5-7 working days
Multiple entry processing time 7-10 working days

PLEASE NOTE DO NOT BOOK OR CONFIRM FLIGHTS OR PROCEED TO THE AIRPORT WITHOUT A VALID VISA (DOCUMENT) ON HAND

The UAE has introduced stricter requirements for people entering the country
on a tourist visa.
For tourists planning to visit the UAE, it's important to note that the new requirements include having hotel booking documents, a return ticket, and sufficient funds for expenses.

Schengen Region
Current Schengen visa appointment availability:
Austria – 18 November 2024
Belgium - 25 November 2024
Croatia - 18 November 2024
Czech Rep – 19 November 2024
Denmark – 20 November 2024
Finland - 25 November 2024
France – 19 November 2024
Germany – 20 November 2024
Greece – 15 November 2024
Italy – 19 November 2024
Netherlands – 20 November 2024
Norway – 19 November 2024
Portugal - 19 November 2024
Spain – 20 November 2024
Sweden – 19 November 2024
Switzerland – 21 November 2024
The above dates change hourly depending on demand.
Please remember your visa application process ONLY begins once you have attended an appointment – from there 15 working days is the standard processing time
Kosovo joining EU - All SA Passport holders holding a valid Schengen visa can now visit/enter

03/04/2024

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