Lufthansa Airlines has slashed rates to Cape Town, South Africa to a never before seen round-trip rate of $264.
That number certainly looks awesome and naturally there are additional taxes and fees to factor in (the inclusive round-trip rate is $977.30).
Still, this offer poses a rare opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful places on the planet -- one often found on travelers Short Lists or Bucket Lists.
To prove that this is an extraordinary deal, compare that $977.30 round-trip rate to a round-trip ticket to Europe during the same permitted travel period. For instance, round-trip rates to Rome, Italy are $1,005.60 and $1,031.20 to Paris.
Get going to purchase this offer and enjoy a unique experience on the continent of Africa.
To qualify, depart now through Dec. 8 or from Dec. 25-March 29. A one-week advance notice of travel is required. Travel any day of the week, based on sale seat availability. Plan to stay at least one weekend or for up to three months.
Blackout dates do apply on return trips to the states. Those dates are Dec. 17-23; Dec. 26-Jan. 4.
United/Lufthansa serves Cape Town via connecting service in Frankfurt, Germany. Stopovers are not permitted.
When planning a trip to South Africa, keep in mind the time changes to make the most of a visit. Travelers will depart Atlanta in the evening, for example, on March 1 and arrive Cape Town on the morning of March 3. An evening departure from Cape Town, for example, on March 12 arrives Atlanta in the early evening of March 13.
This offer has a ticket-by date of Nov. 21. But act fast as it will sell-out quickly.
Sale airfares are always subject to change. Every seat on every flight is not offered at the lowest rate.
I recommend starting the search for available seats at Kayak.com vs. calling an airline directly. You can also search for the sale at travel Web sites such as Expedia or Travelocity, etc.
To start planning a journey to South Africa, visit the country's official tourist web site: www.tourismcapetown.co.za/ctru/content/en/us/home
Clara Bosonetto is a retired travel consultant.
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