Africa 2019-21 Brochure

www.somak.co.uk 155 Airline Partners Ethiopian Airlines (Ethiopian) is the flag carrier of Ethiopia. During the past seventy years Ethiopian has become one of the continent’s leading carriers, unrivalled in Africa for efficiency and operational success, turning profits for almost all the years of its existence. Operating at the forefront of technology, the airline has also become one of Ethiopia’s major industries and a veritable institution in Africa. It commands a lion’s share of the pan African network including the daily and double daily east-west flight across the continent. Ethiopian currently serves 93 international destinations operating the newest and youngest fleets. Ethiopian operates 7 weekly flights from London Heathrow to 54 destinations on the African continent. Cloud Nine: Combined service of First and Business Classes. Cloud Nine has the space, comfort and style of service that makes flying with Ethiopian a pleasure all the time. Economy Class: Offers comfortable seats with the latest in-flight entertainment, appropriate light snacks to full course hot meals are served on all flights, together with a wide selection of fine wines and alcoholic beverages. Passengers enjoy traditional Ethiopian hospitality and individual attention. Economy class baggage allowance is 23kg x 2 = 46kg. Emirates is one of the fastest growing airlines in the world with over 500 international awards for excellence. Emirates operates 19 daily flights to Dubai from six UK airports and onwards to over 150 destinations worldwide including Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Nairobi and over 15 other destinations in Africa. On board Emirates, passengers in all three cabins can enjoy more than 2,500 channels of the latest movies, TV shows and music from around the world alongside a range of games on the award- winning ice inflight entertainment system. The latest technology allows passengers to stay connected throughout the flight with Wi-Fi access (on all A380s & selected B777s) and mobile phone and data services. Generous checked baggage allowances, multi- course gourmet meals, complimentary advanced seat selection and multilingual cabin crew round off the Emirates experience. On six daily flights from Heathrow, three daily from Gatwick & Manchester and on a daily services from Birmingham, travellers can experience the Emirates A380. The revolutionary superjumbo features Private Suites and Onboard Shower Spas in First Class, an Onboard Lounge and flat-bed seats in Business Class, and even more room to relax in Economy. Economy Class – Generous 30kg baggage allowance – Complimentary seat selection at the time of booking – Up to 2,500 channels of entertainment on-demand at every seat – Ergonomically designed seats with adjustable headrests and up to 34-inch seat pitch – Award-winning service from multilingual cabin crew – Multi-course gourmet meals served with complimentary wine and beverages – Phone, SMS and email at every seat Business Class – Complimentary Chauffeur-drive service in over 70 destinations* – Priority check-in and baggage handling – Fully flat seats with massage function – Exclusive Emirates A380 Onboard Lounge – Multi-course gourmet dining served with award-winning wine – Dedicated Lounge access in over 39 destinations worldwide, including Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow – Shared Lounge access in over 60 destination worldwide, including Newcastle – Generous 40kg baggage allowance First Class – Complimentary Chauffeur-drive service in over 70 destinations* – Priority check-in and baggage handling – Flat-bed Private Suites with sliding doors for total privacy – Personal in-seat mini bar – Exclusive Shower Spas and Lounge onboard the Emirates A380 – World class on-demand dining served with award-wining wines – Dedicated Lounge access in over 39 destinations worldwide, including Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasgow – Shared Lounge access in over 60 destination worldwide, including Newcastle – Generous 50kg baggage allowance *Chauffeur-mileage radius applies Established in 1933 with a fleet of five aircraft, Star Alliance member Turkish Airlines is a 4-star airline today with a fleet of 333 (passenger and cargo) aircraft flying to 292 destinations worldwide in 116 countries with 241 international and 51 domestic. According to Skytrax survey of 2016, Turkish Airlines was chosen “Europe's Best Airline” and “Best Airline in Southern Europe” for the 6th consecutive time. Turkish Airlines operates out of 5 major UK airports, London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh Airports having a total number of 111 flights out of all UK departures. More information about Turkish Airlines can be found on their website: www.turkishairlines.com With double daily overnight flights from Heathrow to Johannesburg and easy onward connections, South African Airways has the largest route network within Southern Africa, offering flights to over 30 destinations. South African Airways are proud to be the national airline of South Africa and deliver a world-class experience every time with their renowned, warm South African hospitality. Economy Class • A 2-4-2 configuration offers greater privacy for couples travelling and ensures that no- one is more than one seat from the aisle • A 31-34" seat pitch allows you to really stretch out in one of the most spacious cabins to Southern Africa • Individual audio/video ‘on demand programming’ means you take control of your entertainment • Your choice of meal served with excellent South African wines and a wide range of complimentary drinks • Check-in online – minimize your stress levels and save time at the airport by checking- in online 24 hours before departure • A 23kg Baggage Allowance plus a 23kg Sporting Equipment allowance lets you take your golf clubs or diving equipment without the worry of excess baggage charges Business Class • A First Class product and service at a Business Class Fare • Forward Facing Lie Flat Beds with a seat pitch of at least 73" guarantees a full night’s sleep • A 2-2-2 configuration with a window or aisle guaranteed • A la carte menu influenced by authentic Southern African cuisine is complemented by the finest award-winning South African wines • Dedicated Check-In and Priority Baggage handling • Arrivals and Departures Lounge access in both directions in London and Johannesburg • In-flight entertainment on your personal wide screen on-demand system • In Seat Power at every seat allows you to work, relax and play on your laptop without worrying about running out of battery • Online Check-In 24 hours prior to departure • 2 x 32kg (64kg) Baggage Allowance plus a 23kg sporting equipment allowance.