South Africa
FIFA and Sony 3D experience of FIFA World Cup
Following the initial joint announcement to make the world’s first FIFA World Cup available in 3D, FIFA and Sony Corporation have unveiled insights into what the football fans around the globe can expect from this innovative undertaking to add a third dimension to the football viewing experience.
Advice for fans heading to South Africa for the World Cup
If you're one of the estimated 20,000 England fans expected to be in South Africa for the World Cup this summer, AXA is offering some advice on protecting yourself and your belongings while you're there.
Countdown to kick off
With less than 70 days until England kick off their quest to bring the FIFA World Cup home, there is still time for fans to book their packages to the world’s single biggest sporting event.
Lufthansa flies German team to Johannesburg
The Lufthansa A380 will celebrate its first long-haul flight in style with an array of special guests on board. The special flight operated by Lufthansa’s new flagship on Sunday, 6 June, will be carrying the German team to the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.
Break new ground with World Walks
World Walks has introduced a range of new routes for 2010 - South Africa (a beautiful route in the Cape Winelands) and Europe's Little Tibet, the Abruzzo, among them.
Destinology launches South Africa microsite
Luxury operator Destinology has launched a brand new website, sensesouthafrica.co.uk, to raise awareness of the wide range of holidays available to South Africa, in the year when UK holidaymakers attention will be drawn to the country by the FIFA World Cup.
World Cup accommodation prices slashed
Specialist tour operator Fleewinter reports that many of the villas and apartments that it offers for hire in Cape Town have dramatically reduced their prices as the FIFA World Cup approaches, in some instances by almost £1800 per night.
Virgin Atlantic to fly England World Cup squad
Virgin Atlantic, one of the world’s leading long-haul airlines, has today announced it is to be the Official Airline Supplier to the England World Cup squad.
Golf getaways on South Africa's Blue Train
A trip onboard The Blue Train is the ultimate way in which to experience South Africa’s beautiful landscapes from the comfort and luxury of Africa’s ‘Blue Jewel’, one of the country’s best-known tourism icons.
Tickets go on sale for World Cup music concert
Control Room, a leading producer of global music events, and FIFA, the international governing body of football, announced the first group of legendary musicians confirmed to perform at the FIFA World Cup Kick-Off Celebration Concert.
Luxury holidays for less
With the prolonged winter spell and after the economic doom and gloom, statistics show that more Brits than ever are looking to spend money on holidays abroad in 2010 but that holidaymakers are looking for luxury experiences at low cost prices, conscious of spending wisely yet looking for a really special escape.
Experience the World Cup with Emirates
With less than 100 days to go until the whistle blows for the opening match of the football's premier tournament, Emirates’ FIFA World Cup 2010 Travel Packages have never been more accessible and attractive.
Win tickets to the World Cup with Visa
Visa, a FIFA World Cup Worldwide Partner, is offering Abbey International clients the chance to win tickets to the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. The lucky winner will receive two tickets to attend the 2010 FIFA World Cup final, pre-match hospitality and three nights' accommodation in a double occupancy 4 star hotel room from the 9 to 12 July 2010. Abbey International will also contribute £1,500 towards return flights to the event.
100 days until kick off: You can still be there
With 100 days to go until the 2010 Football World Cup kicks off in South Africa you can still be at the heart of the action without breaking the bank with Sports Escapes.
Great value World Cup accommodation
In response to client enquiries following the most recent World Cup ticket draw, Sports Escapes is now offering its accommodation and internal flights outside of a package. With accommodation in key match cities starting from as low as £45 a night, Sports Escapes can offer anything from 1 night in Johannesburg to 7 nights based at a safari lodge.