Dear Valued SAA Travel Partner:

Welcome to May which is Africa Month!

Featured in this month’s newsletter, we are excited about the 4-star rating SAA has retained from Skytrax for the 16th consecutive year. Explore all the destinations SAA serves and see why we are Africa’s most awarded airline. Learn more about our partners: Meet , ’s most innovative airline and learn of 's new direct service route.

In celebration of Nelson Mandela’s centenary, SAA Vacations is offering a Mandela inspired package, a cultural journey on South Africa’s path to freedom with an added bonus of a free night in .

We hope you enjoy this month's SAA E-News and, as always, we invite your feedback and comments. Thank you for your continued support. Your business is greatly appreciated by all of us at SAA!

Warm Regards, North America

South African Airways' Featured News

South African Airways Awarded 4-Star Rating by SKYTRAX

South African Airways has maintained a Skytrax™ 4-Star rating, in both Business and Economy Class, for a 16th consecutive year. The Skytrax™ rating signifies that South African Airways’ product and service standards on long-haul, regional and domestic flights continue to perform at the high standard that meets 4-Star levels.

As measured along-side many international carriers throughout the world, a 4-Star rating indicates airlines that are providing a good standard of product and staff services across all customer-facing categories. These measurements include cabin seating, safety standards, cabin cleanliness, comfort amenities, catering, tax-free onboard sales, reading material in-flight entertainment and staff service. Skytrax™ 4-Star rating of SAA also included the airline’s new Airbus A330-300 aircraft which was noted for its comforts in Premium Business Class, with fully flat-bed seats that offer direct aisle access for all customers, and the spacious Economy Class with increased legroom and enhanced in-flight entertainment.

“We are honored to, once again, receive the Skytrax ™ 4-Star rating, as it is a tribute to the high level of world-class service that the people of South African Airways continued to deliver to our customers each and every day”, said Todd Neuman, executive vice president of South African Airways in North America. “We are committed to always looking for ways to enhance our service offering for our customers and receiving this rating for 16 consecutive years further validates our position as the leading carrier on the African continent.”

SAA’s Skytrax™ 4-Star rating is in addition to other awards that SAA has recently received including; ▪ SAA honored by Skytrax™ as “Best Airline Staff in Africa” at the 2017 World Airline Awards ▪ SAA recognized as “Best Airline in Africa” and “Best Business Class to Africa” by Business Travel magazine ▪ SAA awarded “Best Airline to Africa” by the readers of Global Traveler magazine ▪ SAA named “Favorite Airline in Africa” by Trazee Travel’s millennial readers in North America ▪ SAA honored with five premier Magellan Awards from Travel Weekly, one of the leading travel trade publications in the U.S.: - Gold Award for Airline Marketing – Promotional Video - Gold Award for Tour Operator – Marketing Consumer Collateral - Silver Award for Tour Operator Marketing - Silver Award for Airline – Overall International Carrier - Silver Award for Tour Operator – Marketing Trade Collateral

For Reservations and information, customers should visit www.flysaa.com or contact South African Airways at (800) 722-9675.

Where We Fly

South African Airways offers an extensive route network within Africa with flights to over 25 destinations. We offer service to major business centers on the continent including , Lagos and from our hub. Additionally, we service top tourism destinations such as Cape Town, Victoria Falls and Mauritius. Whether your trip to Africa calls for work, fun or perhaps a little bit of both, SAA can take you there.

For more destination information click here.

Airlink Launches Direct Flights Between Johannesburg and

Airlink recently launched direct flights between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth. The new service will be served by one of Airlink’s recently acquired 74 seat E170 aircraft.

The flights depart from OR Tambo International Airport at 6:10PM arriving at Port Elizabeth International Airport at 7:40PM, daily except Saturday. The return flight departs Port Elizabeth at 6:45AM arriving at Johannesburg at 8:15AM, enabling Eastern Cape resident business travelers to maximize their business time in Johannesburg and return to the Eastern Cape on the same day, and facilitating onward connectivity to multiple domestic, regional and international destinations. On Saturdays, the flight departs Port Elizabeth at 8:00AM arriving at Johannesburg at 9:30AM.

Airlink’s E-Jet services provide customers with enhanced comfort by way of a generous seat pitch in economy class, and an expansive business class. The cabin layout features two plus two abreast seating, with large eye-level windows allowing in lots of natural light and ample overhead bin space to accommodate carry-on items. Every seat offers either a window or an aisle option. The E170 E-jets are configured with 6 business and 68 economy class seats. Airlink will make use of air-bridges at OR Tambo to facilitate quick and convenient boarding, adding to the enhanced passenger experience.

Benefits for Airlink travelers include Voyager Miles, convenient seamless connections with SAA and its partner flights.

Book your flight with your travel agent, call SAA Reservations at 1(800) 521-4845 or online on www.flyarlink.com.

Meet Mango

Mango constantly challenges itself to push the envelope beyond the boundaries of the convention; continually developing new products and technologies with a continual focus on service excellence. Mango has become known as South Africa’s most innovative airline. Operating a uniform fleet of new generation -800 aircraft, Mango flies between South Africa’s major airports including Cape Town, , Johannesburg, George, Port Elizabeth, and . In addition, Mango also flies to Zanzibar.

For more information visit: www.flymango.com.

What’s Cooking… Hot Water Cornbread By: Immaculate Bites

Southern Water Cornbread - warm, crispy edges and soft center fried cornmeal patties that serves as snacks and a wonderful side to any greens, beans, soups and even fried dishes. So easy to make with less ingredients!

Course: Side Cuisine: Southern Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Servings: 12 - 15 patties Calories: 119 kcal Author Immaculate Bites

Ingredients

 2 cups Cornmeal (Yellow or White)  1 teaspoon salt  2 tablespoons sugar  1/4 cup grated onion or chopped  1-2 tablespoons melted butter  1 cup (or more) Boiling Water

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix cornmeal, salt, sugar, grated onion, melted butter. Add boiling water. Through mix until cornbread mixture is smooth. 2. Heat oil in a cast iron or frying pan over medium high heat. 3. If using your hands, wet them then scoop about 3 tablespoons each of the batter into the palm of your hand. If mixture crumbles, add more water. Flatten then gently drop into batter. Or use a spoon to drop into oil. 4. Fry each cornbread until brown and crisp; turn with a spatula, and then brown the other side about 3-5 minutes. 5. Remove, drain on paper towels and serve immediately with greens, pinto beans or for breakfast.

South African Airways' Specials & Promotions

Discover Nelson Mandela’s struggle, perseverance, and determination in leading South Africa to freedom on this Cultural Journey. Explore the bustling city of Johannesburg and spend 3 amazing nights in the culturally rich city of Cape Town and add a 4th Night FREE!

*Restrictions Apply

BOOK A GROUP OF 10 OR MORE AND GET 1 COMPLIMENTARY TICKET**

Simply book a group of ten (10) or more traveling together from New York JFK to any SAA destination in Africa and earn one (1) complimentary ticket. This offer is valid for travel through March 31, 2019.

Request your group quote by emailing: [email protected] or call us at 1-800-722-4768

**Restrictions apply

South African Airways Reservations South African Airways Group Sales Tel: 1-800-722-9675 Tel: 1-800-722-4768 Fax: 1-945-769-5079 Fax: 1-954-769-5079 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Hours: 8:30AM - 8:00PM, Mo-Fr ET Hours: 9:00AM - 5:00PM, Mo-Fr ET

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South African Airways Vacations South African Airways - North America Tel: 1-855-359-7228 (1-855-FLY-SAAV) 1200 S Pine Island Road, Suite 650 Hours: 24 Hours a day / 7 day a week Plantation, FL 33324 www.flysaavacations.com Tel: 1-954-769-5000

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Celebrating Mandela's 100th *RESTRICTIONS: Price is per person based on double occupancy and economy class flights. Valid as of May 01, 2018 for departures from New York (JFK) or Washington Dulles (IAD) between May 01- 31, 2018 and August 11 - October 31, 2018, with the same itinerary available at higher prices during other travel periods. Other departure points and domestic flights within the U.S. can be booked. Price for other departure cities and/or travel dates may vary. Subject to availability and currency exchange rate fluctuations. Prices are valid for new bookings only, are not retroactive and may change without notice. Package includes all government and airline- imposed taxes and fees. Baggage and optional service fees, cancellation charges and other restrictions may apply.

Discover Africa Together †† TERMS & CONDITIONS: Complimentary Tour Conductor tickets are subject to applicable taxes & airline-imposed fees. Complimentary Tour Conductor ticket is awarded after a group of 10 or more passengers. Valid for new bookings only. Valid for ad-hoc groups only (no series producers) made on /after May 01, 2018 and deposited with 14 days of confirmation. Valid for travel from May 01, 2018 to March 31, 2019 from New York (JFK) to Africa. Not valid for travel out of Washington, DC (IAD) The entire group must travel together including the Tour Conductor. Valid on SAA operated flights only (flight numbers SA001-999). Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights. Change & cancellation penalties apply, per 7 days or more prior to scheduled departure may be canceled without penalty up to 24 hours after the reservation is made.

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