(This list is in no particular order and there are so many, we found it hard to restrict to just 10)
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Are you having a blue Monday after Black Friday? Do you feel like you need some sunshine and a holiday?
Good news....we can make this blue Monday happier and full of sunshine with our fantastic specials. Don't miss out, give yourself something to look forward to in 2019 Packing lists are widely available all over the internet, with every travel agent and tour operator will have their own packing lists, all of which all are very similar. Please find below Eight Points Africa recommended packing list.
Suggestions of What to Pack It is important to pack light – remember that very strict weight restrictions apply on the light aircraft that ferry you from lodge to lodge within the remote regions – a maximum of 20kg per person INCLUDING hand luggage/camera equipment. Furthermore only soft bags will be accepted – hard suitcases and bags with rigid frames may not be accepted by the pilot, causing considerable difficulties, delays and expense to the traveller. These restrictions are safety-related, and safety will not be compromised.
Clothing should be casual and light-weight, in neutral colours - avoid whites and bright colours like red, yellow and blue. There will be opportunities to do laundry along the way so you don’t have to bring too much. Suggested Minimum Packing List:
Early mornings and evenings can be very cold, especially during the game activities. Layers are the most practical for the fluctuating day/night temperatures. In addition to the list of clothing above, in the cooler months you should also pack:
Don’t forget these additional necessities:
Safari Accessories/ Aids:
Optional extras:
The Okavango Delta in Botswana is a large inland Delta formed where the Okavango River reaches a tectonic trough in the central part of the basic of the Kalahari.
Water levels are directly affected by meteorological conditions, which produce different environmental circumstances, each and every year. Of the many unpredictable forces that the locals in the Delta have to contend with, meteorological conditions are the greatest. It is unfortunately not possible to predict the exact course of each flood and rainy season, these things are simply not predictable. This makes it very difficult and at certain times of the year, impossible, to predict water levels. The water levels in any region in the Delta can remain static for months and then drop suddenly and dramatically without warning. A short, but violent, thunderstorm, can likewise raise water levels for several weeks at a time. The life-cycle of the Delta floods:
The delta is very flat with less than 2 metres variation in height across its 15,000km2. Some numbers to boggle the brain:
With it being so easy to access information and make bookings online these days, is it really beneficial to still use a travel agent?
The answer is YES! Especially when travelling within Africa and the more remote areas. Travel agents are often perceived as ‘old school’, however todays travel agents are different. They are more than just a travel agent, they are travel advisors, destination specialists, logistics coordinators, problem solvers, crisis managers and so much more. In brief, here are the top 5 reasons why you should use an independent travel agent.
Planning a trip is a time consuming and complicated process, there are often lots of logistics involved. Travel agents simplify the process for you, booking most, if not all of the ground arrangements on your behalf. Instead of you spending hours trolling through one well written website to the next trying to decipher why one establishment is better than the last and how to get from A to B in the middle of nowhere, leave it to the experts. Let them do the research and recommend a trip perfectly tailored to your wants and needs’ Saves you money and getting you the best deals - Travel agents have many contacts and connections. They have preferred rates that they have negotiated on your behalf, access to specials, benefits and upgrades, allowing them to quote you at very competitive prices, often less than you would be able to do if you booked yourself and making you aware of the incredible special offers and benefits. The average European and American spend over 10% of their annual income on holidays every year, this is a huge chunk of money, it is vital that is it spent wisely and that you are left with no regrets. First hand destinations knowledge and experience - Independent travel agents are not contracted, giving them more freedom as to how and with whom they do business. They will be honest with you and advise on destinations and establishments that they believe in and are passionate about and not just the ones that have been included in a brochure that they were given. Although independent travel agents can ultimately sell you anywhere in the world, you will find that the majority specialise in specific destinations and regions within these larger areas. They are passionate about what they do and they personally visit this places, familiarising themselves, when you ask questions, you are not receiving an answer from a google search result you are receiving genuine advise from personal experience. Safety for you whilst travelling - Often travelling can be very daunting especially if problems occur. However, booking through an independent travel agent does not end when you pay your final invoice. This person will be dedicated to you throughout the planning of your trip and are on call for you whilst you are travelling. They are available to fix any problems that may crop up, whether it be reuniting you with lost luggage, rearranging a missed transfer or flight or arranging medical assistance in an emergency. They have the know how and the connections on the ground to very quickly and seamlessly arrange and fix everything for you. Start of a great relationship - A good travel agent is like a pair of your favourite underwear. Once you realise how good they are and how easy they made your life you will want to continue to use them over and over again. You will also recommend them to your relatives and friends. By using an independent travel agent you are gaining essentially a new long distance friend. |