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TWF Newsletter Oc t o b e r N o ve mbe r 2015 www twf travel 0860 777 747

greetings from Group CEO There s just over 2 months till the end of year Summer is here and all around the country we have been experiencing sweltering heat This is an extremely busy period for TWF as all our clients are travelling to complete business commitments before year end With all the tools at hand TWF consultants are able to seamlessly process all requests However delays or other unpredictable occurrences could cause Travellers plans to change There s no need to worry as a single call to the TWF afterhours team and you will be assisted TWF operates 24 7 and can be reached on 0860777747 We have launched our new website and invite you to take a look on www twf travel TWF have a full Incentive Travel Division and have numerous blue chip clients that run incentives for their teams The clients leave the magic of the incentive in TWF s hands No matter how small or large the group there is a special destination to suit all needs From Las Vegas to Dubrovnik to Buenos Aires to Seychelles and Mauritius these are just a few of the wonderful experiences our Incentive Clients have enjoyed So next time you are planning an incentive remember to contact TWF for that experience of a lifetime In this edition we provide you with valuable information regarding passports Many of our travellers don t check the expiry dates on their passports and this causes unnecessary issues when they need to travel Remember a passport has to be valid for a minimum of 6 months after your proposed return date Also passports fill up quickly and whenever travelling you always need to have at least two empty pages when applying for a visa Not realising this you may be denied travelling due to your passport being full See the article inside for more passport tips TWF support the BOKKE and having made the semi finals we are all cheering them on and wishing them all best Bring home the Cup Bokke Happy Travelling Yours in Travel Johanna Mukoki

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Quick Passport Checks to keep in mind when travelling travel INFO 1 Check Passport expiry date your passport must be valid for at least 3 6 months after date of return from your trip 2 Check that your passport have at least 2 blank pages per visa application and one for normal travel purposes 3 Check that your passport is not damaged and soiled it could lead to you denied permission to enter the country 4 If applying for a Schengen visa supply copies of your previous Schengen visas in the last 3 years if in previous passports 5 Keep a copy of your passport in a safe place when travelling in case something happens to your passport For any visa queries please do not hesitate to consult your TWF consultant

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MANGO LAUNCHES NEW ROUTE travel INFO Mango Airlines has launched flights to Durban departing from Lanseria Airport Mango will launch a new route between Lanseria and Durban on October 15 which will be operated twice daily An additional early morning flight to its Cape Town service will also be added bringing the total number of flights between Lanseria and Cape Town to four Flights are on sale across all distribution channels for both routes with a launch fare of R379 between Lanseria and Durban available for limited seats until September 14 This fare is valid for travel between October 15 and November 30 The twice daily service to Durban out of Lanseria will depart at 08h55 and 18h20 while flights to Lanseria will depart Durban at 07h50 and 16h30 respectively The new flight to Cape Town from Lanseria will depart at 06h10 The carrier also revealed plans to add additional aircraft to its schedule later this year with more growth and fleet additions expected during the next 2 years While trading conditions remain tough and some competitors have had to adopt a flexible schedule as a consequence our average load factors have shown that there remains opportunity for business development in particular our expansions out of Lanseria says Mango spokesperson Hein Kaiser Kaiser says the addition of the Lanseria Durban route and the additional Cape Town Lanseria frequency will see the airline up its asset utilisation further A fundamental cornerstone of low cost aviation is asset utilisation says Hein If you are not flying you are not earning Pretoria Menlopark Tel 27 12 424 3300 E mail incentives twf co za

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SANDTON SHUTDOWN WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW travel INFO The City of Johannesburg s executive mayor Parks Tau explains how October s carfree month will work in the popular office and shopping suburb of Sandton S TREETS across Sandton will be closed off for the entire month of October while the City of Johannesburg hosts the world s second ever EcoMobility World Festival and Exhibition a month long car free district event The City of Johannesburg has been working with the Sandton Management District over the last two years to implement a new Sandton Transport Master Plan which will introduce the bus rapid transit system BRT cycle lanes and improved public transport to the Sandton CBD Road closures in Sandton will take place in October during the EcoMobility World Festival and Exhibition For members of the public this will make public transport more accessible and reduce the need to use a car to come into the Sandton CBD says Tau An integrated operational plan has been developed that identifies the most appropriate routes for BRT Metrobus Putco minibus taxis and metered taxis In addition to existing services the city is recapitalising Metrobus with 150 new buses The city is discussing with owners of various shopping malls to host park and ride facilities for Gautrain buses Rea Vaya or Metrobus These include Brightwater Commons Montecasino Waterfall Nicolway and Morningside Glen Most park and rides will cost R10 For people who finish work late there will be drop off services such as electric tuk tuks and minibuses that will be available to transport them to their cars To make walking easier sidewalks along the Sandton Gautrain Station will be redone and widened and a bike lane will be added along the route Alternative transport will include Park and rides in nearby areas and transport with tuk tuks pedicabs and electric vehicles Additional public transport including new Metrobuses Newly constructed and pop up cycle lanes Arrangements will be made for deliveries waste removal emergency vehicles the elderly and the disabled The festival road closure plan Maude Street between Rivonia and Fifth Closed for private vehicles with arrangements for deliveries etc Cycle lane is being constructed between Rivonia and West coming from Alexandra via Linden West Street between Rivonia and Fredman Closed for private vehicles with arrangements for deliveries etc Will be reconstructed with increased sidewalks cycle lanes and street furniture Rivonia Fredman Fifth Temporary public transport loop Lanes to be removed according to how many pedestrians need to be accommodated Remainder of road will be open for vehicular traffic Pop up landscaping bus stops and shelters for public transport users Alice Lane Closed for private vehicles with arrangements for deliveries etc To be used as test track for exhibition Gwen Lane Closed for private vehicles with arrangements for deliveries etc To be used for food festival and other street activities

How To Travel like a PRO Simple In flight Travel Stretching Travel Tips Keep well hydrated during the flight Ask for more water if you need it Try to avoid alcoholic drinks when flying as these tend to dehydrate you quickly Always be considerate of the people sitting next to you in front of you and behind you Practice airplane etiquette Try not to disturb others whether by bumping into their chair obstructing their view of a movie or invading their personal space It can be helpful to print off this tips in small print to keep in your wallet or passport holder that way you can read through the exercises while traveling until you can remember them for yourself Or keep a copy on your phone or laptop It s also a good idea to practice these exercises in the airport as well as on the plane before in between and after flights Doing this is a good way to stretch sore and tired muscles If your seat does not allow you to exercise then try to stand up periodically to walk up and down the aisle and use your legs 1 Neck Roll With shoulders relaxed drop ear to shoulder and gently roll neck forward and back holding each position about five seconds Repeat five times Shoulder Roll 2 Hunch shoulders forward then upward then backward and downward using a gentle circular motion Forward Flex 3 With both feet on the floor and stomach held in slowly bend forward and walk your hands down the front of your legs toward your ankles Hold stretch for 15 seconds and slowly sit back up The knees up This knees up is nothing to do with partying though our crew will be happy to get you a drink Lean forwards slightly clasp both hands around your knee and lift it to your chest Hold for 15 seconds then do the other leg Repeat twice 5 4 Foot Pump Lift the balls of your feet so that only your heels are on the floor Hold this position for five seconds and then lower your feet Repeat 10 times Foot Flex 6 Sit in your seat with your feet flat hip width apart and directly underneath your knees Lift your heels up so that only the balls of your feet are on the floor Hold this position for five seconds and then lower your heels Repeat this movement 10 times making sure that your breathing is natural and at a regular pace Also we recommend that you don t cross your legs Please note you should not do any of these exercises if they cause you pain or cannot be done with ease