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Effective 1 July 2009, Airlink will be increasing its Johannesburg to Pemba Northern Mozambique flight schedule to two direct flights a week, operating between OR Tambo International and Pemba.

In addition to its current Saturday flight, Airlink will now introduce a new return flight operating on Wednesdays. Seamless connection is of utmost importance to travelers, so the timings of the JHB – Pemba flights have been set-up so as to connect conveniently with inbound/outbound international and domestic flights.

As the Leisure market moves towards its peak European Summer season, Pemba is receiving renewed interest, from both local and domestic markets as an alternative to Mauritius, Seychelles and Zanzibar. Travelers are rapidly discovering Pemba, and all it has to offer. From diving and fishing, to beautiful beaches and snorkeling, bush adventures and an abundance of culture, Pemba, an untouched destination including its pristine off-shore Indian Ocean island resorts, caters to all desires.

Herewith the new timetable effective 1 July 2009:

Wednesday

Depart JHB 09h25 arrive Pemba 12h15

Depart Pemba 12h45 arrive JHB 15h40

Saturday

Depart JHB 10h30 arrive Pemba 13h40

Depart Pemba 14h15 arrive JHB 17h40

Airlink also offers a business class service on Saturday flights

Have a look at our selection of packages for your Pemba and Quirimbas Island holidays

Your islands Your hotel

Ibo Ibo Island Lodge combinations Cultural and magic island holiday

Matemo Matemo Island Lodge Family Beach holiday on magnificent beach

Medjumbe Medjumbe Island Lodge Private, exclusive, no children and far away

Vamizi Vamizi Island Lodge Exclusive, fantastic and ultra luxurious

North Island

Free night special: valid 1 Jul to 15 Dec 2009.

Pay for 6 nights and stay for 7.

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Honeymoon special: valid 1 Jul to 15 Dec 2009.

Pay for 8 nights and stay for 10.

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North Island specials – Seychelles

Nosy Be

Nosy Iranja **** (Private Island)

7 nights (first night in Tana) & six nights at Nosy Iranja in a deluxe suite (fully inclusive). Free night special. Valid from 25 May – 31 Aug 2009. Pay for 4 nights and stay for 5. Honeymoon specials available, too. (read more)

Nosy Be: Vanila Hotel ***+

7 nights (first night in Tana) and six nights at Vanila Hotel in an air-conditioned ocean room (dinner, bed and breakfast). Specials: 20% reduction on accommodation rates valid 25 May – 22 Dec 2009. Other specials: free Sakatia excursion (minimum stay 5 nights). (read more)

Nosy Be Archipelago: Tsara Komba *** (Nosy Komba)

7 nights (first night in Tana) and six nights at Tsara Komba in a standard bungalow (full board). Price reduction valid 25 May – 31 Aug 2009. Minimum stay is 4 nights. (read more)

Prices include: Economy class return flights Johannesburg/Antananarivo with Airlink and domestic return flights Antananarivo/Nosy Be with Air Madagacar, accommodation, meals as indicated, airport/hotel transfers. (First night in “Tana” at the Pavillon de L’Emyrne ***, B&B). All prices quoted are per person sharing and include airport taxes.

Prices exclude: Visa fees (no charge), meals not indicated, drinks, tips, personal expenses and travel insurance.

Please note: All rates are subject to hotel/flight availability and currency fluctuations on a daily basis.

Contact Unusual Destinations on 011 706 1991, info@unusualdestinations.com or www.unusualdestinations.com

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WEEK STARTING MAY 11, 2009

General situation
Peace begins to gain ground all over the territory. A neat improvement of the security situation has been noted. However, by measure of prudence, it is recommended not to circulate at night. The first waves of tourists arrived by the end of April and their stay went on without any incident.

Health
According to the Malagasy health authorities, Madagascar has not yet been hit by swine flu.

Cultural events
In Diego Suarez, the Zegny’ Zo Festival celebrates its 3rd edition from May 13 to May 24, 2009, and the caravan of the DONIA 2009 festival will occur from May 23 to May 24, 2009.

Dear All,

Today we received a letter from the Airport Authorities informing us of the Znz Airport Closure for maintenance.

The Airport will remained close down all operations from 19:00 Hrs – 07:00 Hrs daily effective 1st July 2009.

The reason mentioned for the change is the rehabilitation and extension of the runaway. A clear indication has not be provided in terms of how long will this project take and when will the airport resume 24 hours services.

As such, we regret to inform you that the Night Owl Flight, which had become so popular will no longer operate from the 1st July 2009. We kindly request you to send us the amendment vouchers for all bookings confirmed on this flight. We shall now move them all to B4 105 where ever possible.

All charters confirmed after 18:30 will need to be rescheduled for departure being at 17:45 latest where possible, as we need to bring back our fleet in time to meet the closure dead line.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused due to this change, but as you can see it is entirely beyond our control. Should the authorizes consider changing their stance, we shall keep everyone concerned well informed.

Thank you for your support.

Regards

ZanAir Limited