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How soon to book air-tix to Johann, for next May hunt??
03 August 2007, 06:07
coniferHow soon to book air-tix to Johann, for next May hunt??
Prices and availability vary. I am going to SA end of 3rd. week May/08. When should I start to find tickets??
Thanks
Alex
03 August 2007, 08:10
DC RoxbyWe are booking airfare through Gracy Travel for a hunt in Namibia next May. They have already reserved seats for us and have the option to alter the reservations if necessary. I would work through an agent and get seats reserved as the cheapest seats go first.
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03 August 2007, 09:44
N E 450 No2conifer
I have used Shawn at Gracy Travel for all 3 of my Zimbabwe Safari Travel arrangements.
I recommend you give them a call.
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03 August 2007, 21:52
BlankI normally try to book all my flights at least 6 months ahead. This ensures seat availability and lowest fares.
For our trip to Namibia this past April, I had to wait until SCI in Reno to get things arranged, as my wife's surgery schedule and personnel availability was uncertain at the time. That was only 3 1/2 months ahead, and ended up costing me about $500 more on each ticket (couple of trophy fees).
You are definately better off booking as early as possible, and like mentioned before, most agencies can re-adjust your flights if necessary. Travel insurance covers the unforseen emergencies and cancellations.
04 August 2007, 07:43
jdollarif you use freq. flyer miles do it RIGHT HOW!! if you are paying you can wait a LITTLE bit but not much- the sooner the better
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04 August 2007, 08:09
conifergotta wait....found a flight 2-way cost from Orlando for 900 USD....but cannot book yet because needed dates are not posted.
04 August 2007, 16:56
LHowellSAA prices are way down right now, at least for later this year.
Delta is apparently Matching them.
04 August 2007, 19:11
martinbnsI booked my flights about 8 months ahead for my just in july.
08 August 2007, 06:02
TexasHunterI used American Express points for my trip in June to RSA. Unfortunately, teh flight out of DC We wanted we couldnt' take because they were only offering 10 tickets per flight on the buy 1 get 1 free. We flew out the next day and spent a couple days in DC sightseeing.
15 August 2007, 07:08
sevenmagltd.I have tried using my Am Exp. miles for the last two trips and have been told there aren't any tickets available!!! What does it take to use your air miles if the travel agent says there aren't any.. and I'm talking about booking for July 2008!!! I need some help here guys.
15 August 2007, 07:56
L. David KeithWe're already booking clients into July 2008. SAA seats are filling. Choice seats for next May could be scarce. Better make some calls ASAP. Good hunting, David
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31 August 2007, 05:57
TexasHunterquote:
Originally posted by sevenmagltd.:
I have tried using my Am Exp. miles for the last two trips and have been told there aren't any tickets available!!! What does it take to use your air miles if the travel agent says there aren't any.. and I'm talking about booking for July 2008!!! I need some help here guys.
The travel agents I spoke with couldn't handle the tickets with the Amex Voucher, but I called SAA direct in Ft. Lauderdale and got the flights. I actually booked out of Chicago and when SAA cancelled those flights they put us on the DC flight that originally we couldn't get in.