Pointbreak points are flexible..

We recently made a reservation using our Priority Club points.  Unfortunately we couldnt make it to the destination and cancelled the booking 3 weeks prior to arrival.  We then contacted Priority Club customer support with reference to the redemption manual and asked them to re-instate the points.

Points have been re-instated. So if you booking a pointbreak special for 5000 points also, remember you can cancel without been subject to penalties.  Send us and email if you having a problem and we'll try and assist.

Planning to go to Johannesburg this December ?

Johannesburg is a bustling city, but during the month of December most residents prefer to go the coastal regions such as Durban and Cape Town.  This makes the hotels in Johannesburg cheaper in December than other periods. 

May I suggest you take advantage and stay in top class hotels such as the Incontinental Sandton Towers for very low rates (+-$100) which are otherwise impossible to secure and simply enjoy the luxuries that life has to offer.

Hyatt Offer - 50% off the third night...

Stay 3 nights at Hyatt Summerfield Suites™ and you'll get even more out of your holidays. When you stay two nights at the Hyatt Daily Rate between November 20th and January 3rd, you'll receive 50% off the third consecutive night

Well this is probably the best of the Hyatt offers currently available and its offered during the peak season.  They also have a free blackberry smartphone offer which is crap and doesnt make sense.  Its like taking out a 24 month contract plan with your current service provider, so why is Hyatt involved again?

Consolidate all your Points and Miles Now...

If you one of those people that love collecting miles and points from various stores and service providers then this is the site for you.  You somtimes loose track of all the promotions etc so now you can consolidate it with points.com.  I use the site which is free to signup + you can sell, swap, merge and do just about anything with a wide range of partners.

Hotel Review - One World Hotel Kuala Lampur, Malaysia

One World Hotel - Malaysia (Superior Room)

One World Hotel - Malaysia (Restaurant)



One World Hotel - Malaysia (Lobby)



This week we stayed at the One World Hotel in Petaling Jaya, Kuala Lampur, Malaysia.  The hotel is rather popular for conferences but an excellent choice for leisure travel no doubt.  The standard is high, with modern and clean rooms.  Service is on on par with the 5 star rating it has.  Although I dont normally travel to hotels that dont belong to an international consortium, I find this hotel somehwhat charming and alluring.  Good value for money and easy access to shopping centres and tourist attractions.  Everybody has a different experience but I can safely say that I will visit again...

Average Price per Deluxe Room per night is MYR325 ($96).

Le Meridien Offer - 10 hours left

Sorry for the late info, book participating Starwood Hotels in the next 10 hours for validity until January 18, 2010 and you will receive up to 50% off the rack rate.  Sounds pretty good to me so if you planning your December holiday, then dont miss out.

Heres the link

Update: Sale has just been extended to November 17, due to lack of bookings popular demand, Enjoy:)

Emirates Skywards - Frequent Flyer changes from 01/01/2010

If you are a skywards member, I suggest you take heed of the new changes.  For those of you that make the most out of your miles, beware because its going to get a little harder to get things for free.

The biggest change is the number of miles granted per sector is based on the fare that you pay.  Although Emirates is one of the last to introduce this approach, it what kept them popular.

Emirates are making too many mistakes for a magnificent brand, they should rather look at why customers are loyal as oppose to how much more many they can make. 

Look at their new skywards changes here

Etihad Airways - Airbus Crash Pics Leak

Etihad Airways ordered a new Airbus 340-600 passenger jet, which was ready for collection in Toulouse, France.  The Etihad cre which were flown in from Abu Dhabi for the inaugural flight were a bunch of idiots.  They apparently disable an alarm that kept triggering due to a full throttle on an empty aircraft via the circuit breaker on the Ground Proximity Sensor.  The airbus new safety feature proved too annoying for them but the aircraft then activated as an inflight mode thinking it is airborne.  The computers released all the brakes and there goes $200 million into a retaining wall...

The pictures of this unfortunate incident were never really released into the mainstream media.  We bring you the leaked pictures exclusively...

Durban Airport Customs - Emirates Flight

Emirates Airline launced a new route to Durban, South Africa from the 1st October 2009.  This new service has proven to be very convenient except flights are not very full.  Well Emirates people, let me tell you why:

1.  Emirates is using an old aircraft and an entertainment system that is substandard, not the usual ice entertainment.

2.  The business class passengers are flying economy as the business class comfort certainly does not warrant the fare. The seats are cramped and once again substandard due to the old aircraft.

3.  And heres the biggest problem of all.  Durban Airport Customs are searching through bags for upto an hour after the flight has landed looking for ways and means of making extra money, hence passengers rather fly through Johannesburg (especially locals).

Thats all im going to say right now.  You better up your game Emirates or you will flying out of Durban Airport faster than you arrived. 

PS. For those that dont know, Emirates flies out of Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town with a total of 5 flights a day.  Gearing up for the world cup I suppose...

Space Hotel to open in 2012

The 1st hotel in space is going to open its vacuum filled doors in 2012.  Guests will be able to see the sun rise 15 times a day and travel around the world every 80 minutes. 

So out of 200 interest parties, 43 people have signed up.  Yes its true.  The cost of a ride on Virgin Galactic is $250000 excl. hotel accomodation.

Virgin Galactic is offering their own package if you not too keen on the hotel idea.  They will offer a trip which takes approx 3 days to return to earth.  They have already received monies from 300 people for their flights which can accomodate 4 guests at a time. 

Image Via [Galactic Suite]

EXCLUSIVE PICS - Cape Town Greenpoint 2010 Stadium

Once again we bring you exclusive pics of the stadiums built for use during the world cup in South Africa next year. The above pics are of the new Greenpoint Stadium in Cape Town.  This stadium is truly world class and probably better than most available in Europe.  Because of the recent load-shedding and power problems faced by Eskom, the authorities have come up with a back up plan to ensure the smooth running of all world cup matches. 

Greenpoint is also known for its trendy restaurants and close proximity to the V&A Waterfront which was also recently acquired by the Dubai World group of companies.  If you going for the 2010 Fifa World Cup then make sure you visit Cape Town for atleast 1 game.

Bulletproof vests for German Soccer Team during 2010 Fifa World Cup

It has been reported by a German newspaper that their national soccer team should have bulletproof vests and armoured vehicles if they venture out of the capital, Pretoria during the World Cup next year..  What kind of bullshit is this??  Did players in the ICC cricket cup wear bulletproof vests or the Rugby world cup or even the IPL cricket series.  Oh I forgot, the German's dont play these sports.  The asswipe that fueled the story is linked to a german based security firm that wants to tended to provide security during this period, although he now apologises for his unfounded statements.  Maybe he was still drunk from the Oktoberfest....

Ellen, We Need Intervention .........

Hey Ellen, I think its time to talk to your distribution people, we are only watching your May episodes at the moment.  Why the hell dont we get the latest Ellen shows in South Africa??  We got the latest season of Gossip Girl, CSI, Desperate Housewifes, Oprah and even the most annoying Tyra Banks show to name a few.  Cut your frikken price so the satellite provider can afford you or speak to your agents, but do something....

Sand Sculpture Competition in Canada

One of our readers sent in pictures from a Sand Competition held in Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia, Canada.  How cool is this, all the sculptures are made from sand. 

California Land of Milk and Honey - No more....

California is experiencing an increase in people standing in line for meals and hampers.  The land of opportunity has lost its charm.  The rise of middle class poor is alarming also due to the states retrenchment of workers.  Sad, sad, sad. 

Read the full article here: California Failed State - Full story..

Image Via: Destination 360

Nandos New Ad..

Nandos has some of the funniest ads in South Africa.  Heres their latest ad to hit the small screen.  They started as a small South Africa franchise fast food chicken outlet which now have stores in most parts of the world.  The list of growing South African companies going global has increased tremendously.  Here are some that I have seen on travels:

Woolworths

The Butcher Grill

Debonairs

Steers

Nandos

Game Stores

Shoprite Supermarket

and the list goes on and on...

If you cant find the book you want, you probably shopping at the....

EXCLUSIVE - Updated Durban, South Africa 2010 Stadium Pictures

The new stadiums for the world cup next year are all looking fantastic.  Who the $#%& says that South Africa is a 3rd world country.  The infrastructure is better than some developed nations.  Enjoy these exclusive pics.  Note that these pics are copyright, so if you like to share them then send your friends to this post.

Loooooking goooooood...

Marriott Hotels - Promotion Codes..

Enjoy a break in Mexico at participating hotels for 25% off the leisure rate + some lovely extras such as upgrade on availability. 

Or Stay 2 consecutive nights in Paris over a weekend and get a FREE night.  To qualify all you have to do is book online and enter the following codes in the promotion box, the system will automatically discount the rates.

Promotion Code Mexico:  EMK

Promotion Code Paris:    B4F

Bridge in Paris than carries itself, WOW...

The Millau Viaduct a.k.a E11 Expressway connects Paris and Barcelona and boasts the highest bridge piers ever created. This bridge is taller than Eiffel Tower with height of 240 meters. It is the only bridge in the world to also carry its own weight for a lenght of 20km.

Trust the French to create a bridge like this where you literally drive above the clouds, I wonder what that will remind you of...

Never Cross a Woman...