Friendly Planet Travel Unveils Six Lion-Sized Deals to Africa

[Peggy Goldman]

JENKINTOWN, Pa.—November 19, 2009—Friendly Planet Travel has just made all of Africa’s splendors affordable for vacationers in six incredible packages that are as expansive as the continent itself, starting at just $1,699. The deals are:

• Discover Morocco – Eight days for $1,899. One of Africa’s most popular travel destinations, Morocco is a dazzling mosaic of Arab and Berber cultures, with a dash of African and European influence thrown in for good measure.

• Kenya Wildlife Safari – Ten days for $2,999. See why Kenya and Tanzania are considered two of the most diverse countries in the world, blessed with an abundance of spectacular wildlife and lavishly gorgeous, incredibly photogenic landscapes.

• Pyramids and Nile Cruise – Nine days for $1,899. Visit the famous Sphinx and pyramids at Giza, the temples at Luxor and Edfu, King Tut’s tomb, old Cairo, and more, plus four nights on a luxury cruise on the Nile.

• Pyramids and Petra – Eight days for $1,699. An inspired exploration of the pyramids of Egypt, the oldest and only standing Ancient Wonder of the World; and the remarkable lost city of Petra in Jordan, one of the Seven New Ancient Wonders of the World.

• South African Explorer – Twelve days for $2,799. From magnificent natural settings and lush game reserves, to modern, vibrant city life, South Africa is quickly becoming the most popular vacation destination in the world.

• Treasures of Egypt – Twelve days for $2,299. Explore all the mystery and majesty of Egypt’s pyramids and historical structures, and experience all the luxury aboard the seven-night Nile River cruise.

Friendly Planet Travel’s Africa tours introduce travelers to the vast medley and unapologetic power that has made Africa one of the most significant travel destinations; in a league above any other tourist trail in the world. It’s difficult to experience all the wonder that is Africa without feeling, in some way, indelibly changed.

Stroll the streets of Casablanca on the Discover Morocco tour. Spend an afternoon at a traditional Masai village for an in-depth look at the colorful and pastoral people in their natural setting on the Kenya Wildlife Safari. Explore the mysterious Sphinx and King Tut’s tomb on the Pyramids and Petra tour. Enjoy a luxury excursion down the Nile River on the Pyramids and Nile Cruise. Visit several of South Africa’s lush game reserves in search of the “Big Five” game animals on the South African Explorer tour. Or visit “the world’s greatest open air museum” at Luxor during the Treasures of Egypt tour.

“Africa is the last great vacation frontier for travelers,” says Peggy Goldman, President of Friendly Planet Travel. “The high cost of travel has caused many people looking to experience the beauty and diversity of Africa to choose other destinations. But trends are changing, and more and more people are discovering that the continent of Africa offers a vast array of treasures for the traveler who likes to mix adventure with relaxation. There is so much to see and do, I guarantee you’ll return home with a new perspective of the world. And after just one visit, you’ll be itching to return.”

For more information about any of Friendly Planet Travel’s Africa deals, departure dates, full itineraries, and booking, please visit the company’s Web site at www.FriendlyPlanetTravel.com, the blog at http://friendlyplanettravel.com/blog, or contact Jackie Zima at 610-228-2138 (office), 215-534-2973 (mobile), or write to [e-mail].

ABOUT FRIENDLY PLANET TRAVEL

Friendly Planet Travel (http://www.FriendlyPlanetTravel.com) makes high-quality exotic travel affordable for everyone. Since 1981, Friendly Planet Travel has been arranging all-inclusive escorted discount vacation packages and cruises to the most exciting destinations in the world at the lowest possible prices.

Each year, Friendly Planet Travel offers more than 30 different group travel packages to Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe and South America—at discounts of hundreds of dollars off similar vacations. With no hidden charges, add-ons or surprises, Friendly Planet Travel vacations include convenient flights and airfare, carefully-selected first-class and superior hotels, knowledgeable English-speaking guides, many meals and itineraries as well as friendships and memories that last a lifetime.

Friendly Planet Travel offers its extensive, economical travel services to private groups including universities, religious institutions, alumni associations and families. Groups who wish to travel together can count on Friendly Planet Travel’s three decades of experience to operate their group travel program expertly and always at the very best possible prices. Visit us at www.FriendlyPlanetTravel.com.
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