Every cloud has a silver lining!
- The United States of America
- The Rio Carnival
- Cruising the coast of Argentina and Brazil
- Last minute Mauritius ex Cape Town 5 to 12 January 2009
- Off the Beaten Track
- Honeymoons
- Holidays on a Budget R5000 to R10000
- Weekender or Short Break
Barack Obama is the new US President! This is surely a silver lining on the grey economic cloud that hangs over each South African. So I had to scrap the newsletter written over the weekend in favour of celebrating a defining moment in World history. Barack’s election is certainly a beacon of hope for us all and a unifying moment for all of mankind… Well that’s my humble opinion.
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The United States of America
The ROE is already looking a lot healthier so first stop could be America? If there was ever a time to visit Washington now would be the time to do so. D.C. is an exceptional city, filled with free cultural attractions and world-class entertainment venues, as well as some of the best shopping and dining available in America. The Smithsonian Museums are the most visited in the world and the majestic monuments on the national mall are a sight to be seen, particularly at nighttime.
The Big Apple - New York! New York! This extraordinarily vibrant city and home to eight million people of every race, colour and creed is a tourist’s Mecca. If you want excitement, wonder, incredulity and more fun than you could ever imagine then take this 5-day package staying at the Beacon Hotel conveniently situated on the Upper West Side. On your checklist be sure to visit famous Central Park, the first urban landscaped park in the United States.
Originally conceived in the salons of wealthy New Yorkers in the early 1850's. Today, the park is home to numerous restaurants, playgrounds, the Metropolitan Museum, the Central Park Zoo, and Wolman Rink. An afternoon spent in the Park is a life-changing experience. Other must-sees are The Empire State Building, The Chrysler Building, The New York Stock Exchange, Rockefeller Centre, Ground Zero, and Statue of Liberty best seen from the Staten Island Ferry.
I could go on and on… so if you can dig deep into your piggy bank then this is a trip of a lifetime and an opportunity to get some Christmas shopping done at the same time!
Or go after the Christmas festivities, which would certainly not be as much of a strain on the shoulders of a heavily burdened credit card.
A family trip to the States is not complete unless you have spent time in the fantasy world of Disney. This is a holiday like no other. For 7 nights you are removed from the realities and pressures of normal life and it is not only the kids who have fun. It is a holiday that will not disappoint any member of the family.
The Rio Carnival
Rio’s lavish carnival is one of the world’s hottest parties of the year. This is where the ancient world’s spirit of chaotic abandonment, vibrancy, passion and energy is unrivalled. If you are a party animal this is the place to be…
Cruising the coast of
Argentina and Brazil
Include the Rio Carnival on a 13 night cruise from Buenos Aires to Buzios and back to Buenos Aires spending 3 nights in Rio during the carnival. Sailing on Royal Caribbean’s Radiance of the Seas which is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful ships of the fleet.
Last minute Mauritius ex Cape Town 5 to 12 January 2009
If you are looking for a 7-night Mauritius beach holiday just after Christmas then call us now! We can offer availability on Air Mauritius departing from Cape Town only, staying at one of 3 stunning resorts from R17000.00 per person sharing.
Off the Beaten Track, Honeymoons & Holidays on a Budget R5000 to R10000
If you are not sure where you want to go for your next holiday then choose one of the categories on the Right side of Computravel’s Home page. You may want to get ‘Off the Beaten Track’ or you are looking for a holiday recommended for Honeymooners, Family, Golden Years or if you have a budget for under R10000.00 then click on your price range for the holiday best suited to your pocket.
Weekender or Short Break
So if you didn’t take a break mid year and have been working flat-out since the last festive season I guess you are probably feeling a little burnt out. Life in the 21st century is not for the faint hearted. Time has become a precious commodity in our fast paced world of instant messaging, emails and internet social networking. We need to get away from it all and spend quality time with our families and friends or just time to do nothing, giving our minds and bodies the space to rejuvenate. If you are in need of a short break from the daily grind, click on the Weekender or Short Break category for some great ideas of where to go for 2 or 3 nights ‘far from the madding crowd’.
Well that’s it for this issue. If there is nothing that tickles your travel fancy then visit the website for an abundance of travel destinations in all shapes, sizes and price.
Travel safely and vigilantly,
Lindsay Quail