It’s August. While you’re blissfully waiting for spring to return, there’s a problem that’s only getting bigger: your December holiday remains unplanned. “Popular destinations for December can sell out up to six months in advance,” says Antionette Turner, GM of Flight Centre. “People know where they want to spend their holiday season and often get […]
Flight Centre Travel Group’s latest survey (across Australia, New Zealand, South Arica, the UK, the US and Canada) revealed something interesting: 9 in 10 travellers see value in using a travel agent. Among all the countries surveyed, South African travellers were the most likely to trust a travel expert, with 88% expressing confidence in their […]
South Africans are travel-smart – and right now, stretching your rand matters more than ever. According to Flight Centre’s latest Global PR Survey, which surveyed travellers in South Africa, Canada, the US, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand, we’re more likely than any other nation to adjust our holiday plans for affordability. In short, getting […]
There’s no doubt about it; solo female travel is on the rise. Global travel brand, Virtuoso, reports that women now make up 71% of solo travellers. In the US, Google searches for ‘solo female travel’ went up 131% last year alone (compared to 2023), and even the briefest look at social media reveals a wealth […]
South African travellers have a soft spot for the familiar, and last year’s Top 10 International Destinations list from Flight Centre was packed with favourites, including London, Dubai, Harare, Mauritius, Amsterdam, Istanbul, Lagos, Phuket, Paris and Auckland. But, as Antoinette Turner, General Manager of Flight Centre South Africa, explains, 2024 saw some impressive booking jumps, […]
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