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Groupon Travel Deals
Groupon South Africa launched with a bang a few years ago, and they have continued to grow and gather popularity. One of the newest, and most popular, sections on Groupon is the Groupon Travel section.So what do we at CompareTravel think of the Groupon Travel Deals? Overall they are really excellent value and a fantastic...
Read MoreFlysafair Launches
Flysafair has just announced that they will be operating commercial flights between Johannesburg and Cape Town (up to 10 flights per day) starting in September. Their website can be found here www.flysafair.co.za. The company initially started with offering aircraft leasing, maintenance and charter services. However other airlines would use them (unbranded planes) when they had...
Read MoreDurban July Specials 2013
The Durban July 2013 is fast approaching (just look how quickly this year has flown by already), so it would be a good idea for you to start booking your trips there, if you are planning on going. It is great to make the Durban July an entire weekend affair, even if you stay in...
Read MoreMauritius December Holidays 2013
Looking to go to Mauritius for the December 2013 Holidays? You’ve come to the right place. At compare travel we search the internet to find only the best Mauritius holiday packages. We are not a travel agent, but rather we list the best Mauritius specials from other travel agents, online agencies and hotel groups. Going...
Read MoreCompare Travel Launches Top 10 Weekly Specials
We’ve just launched our new Weekly Top 10, where we track down and list the Top 10 travel specials, discounts and deals for South Africans. This includes accommodation specials (hotels, B&B’s, self catering), flights (domestic and international), packages (domestic and international) etc. We hope you find value in them. Be sure to sign up to...
Read MoreFlight Specials 21 to 28 November 2012
Each week we try and post specials that you can take advantage of. Please note that these flight specials are time sensitive and often restrictive in terms of when you can, but if they fit into your timelines, then you can make some real savings. Johannesburg to France on Lufthansa for R6645 return. Travel period...
Read MoreNew Routes for Mango Airlines and Kulula Airlines
Well, it’s been an interesting few weeks in the South African airline industry, what with 1time calling it a day and a new airline called FlyGo Air launching (although this is not a low cost competitor). Now, the two remaining low cost airlines, Mango and Kulula.com, have both launched two new routes to try and...
Read MoreNew Domestic Airline Fly Go Air Launching
Fly Go Air is a new domestic airline that will soon be launching in South Africa. It’s planned first flight is on the 26 November – so just about 1 month away. This first flight will be from Lanseria to Kruger International Airport (KMIA). The price will apparently be R999 one way all inclusive. Other...
Read More1Time March Special 2012
1Time airline’s has just announced 2 specials, which you can book right now! The first one is for flights to and from Lanseria airport. There are 7000 seats available on this special. Bookings can be made between 15 February to 20 February, for travel from 5 March to 31 March. Lanseria <-> Durban from as...
Read MoreMango Happy Hour 2012
Mango will be having one of their famous Happy Hour Specials today, the 1 February 2012. The special will run from 10:00 – 15:30. Book during the sale period, which is between 10:00 and 15:30 for travel between 1 February and 30 June 2012. Flight specials include: Johannesburg <-> Bloemfontein for as little as R325...
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