World Cup Dates

06 April 2010, 23:25

LJS

World Cup Dates

I am trying to put together a last minute hunt and don't want to run into the World Cup travel problems. When will the Cup be over? I'm not a soccer fan so please excuse if this is a dumber than usual question.

06 April 2010, 23:59

Jorge400

Let me Google that for you

It appears from the FIFA calendar that the matches go through July 11.

"...Africa. I love it, and there is no reason for me to explore why. She affects some people that way, and those who feel as I do need no explanation." from The Last Safari

07 April 2010, 01:18

Collins

I heard Soccer isn't too popular outside of the US. You might not have to worry about it.

07 April 2010, 02:49

J.R.Jackson

quote:
Originally posted by Collins:
I heard Soccer isn't too popular outside of the US. You might not have to worry about it.

Very true, but Football is very popular.

08 April 2010, 00:38

Woodmnctry

When does it start??-------inquiring minds want to know!

08 April 2010, 00:55

geoff

It has had a drastic effect on outfitters inability to get June and July dates filled throughout southern Africa during the tournament dates. Even flights after the tournament from Europe are extremely full due to the logjam of hunters and tourists.

Plus, the greedy airlines are NOT backing down on prices after the tournament. Check, and you will find ticket prices are up, 20-30%, if you can find a seat. If you are fortunate to find a seat during the tournament dates, there will be some exceptional deals that you can cut with the outfitter.

Geoff

08 April 2010, 01:03

shakari

If you think the airlines are being greedy, you should see what FIFA are doing.

The've screwed all the hotels and lodges into the cheapest possible deals and are selling them at umpteen hundred percent profit....... AND then have minimum stays, so if the soccer fan wants to stay for 2 nights for example, they have to pay for 4 nights.