Are You That Type Of Tourist?

A holiday is all about learning about new cultures and trying new things, it's definitely not about being the annoying tourist everyone hates.

Here's how to avoid being that annoying tourist...

PACK THE RIGHT CLOTHING

When you are packing your bag, make sure you know  about any traditional clothing rules, especially in countries where religion and gender customs are extremely important. Visiting a church in Europe? Don't wear a strapless mini dress! A temple in Asia? Opt for shoes that can be easily taken off.

LEARN IMPORTANT PHRASES IN THE NATIVE LANGUAGE

Learning a bit of the native language is a good way to fit in, but make sure you actually use them! Memorize the important words and phrases, like "thank you".

PLAN HOW TO GET AROUND BEFORE YOU LEAVE

No, we don't mean Uber. You have to be aware of your surroundings, like where your hotel is compared to the rest of the city. So be sure to have Google Maps ready, you can even use it offline - here's how!

TRY TO BLEND IN

The best way to avoid looking like an annoying tourist is to do what the locals do. Study the country's ways and mannerisms. If everyone eats fried lambs brains and drinks beer for supper, then you'd better toughen up!

Airport Shuttle in Cape Town and Durban is a reliable, affordable way to get to and from the airport - contact Airport Shuttle today and book your ride!

This Riding Suitcase Is Fun & gets you to your destination!

Oh no! Your alarm didn't go off (well, it did but you pressed snooze), there was a ridiculous amount of traffic and the line for a ticket was crazy. Now you have to run to the other side of the airport with all your luggage. If only there was a quicker, simpler way...

 Never fear - there is a way! It is called Modobag, and it is the first motorized, rideable suitcase in the world!

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You can back the project on Indiegogo, where it’s already raised about 616% of its $50,000 goal, and if you decide to preorder one (for $995), the company says you'll be racing around on your suitcase in January 2017!

The bag, which reaches speeds up to 13km/h, weighs a not-insignificant 8.6kg, which you could see as a negative or, if you’re a positive person, a reminder to stop over-packing.

 It's not recommended that you ride the Modobag all the way to the airport - contact Airport Shuttle in Cape Town or Durban and book your shuttle for a cheap, comfy ride

Shops & Facilities

We bring to you the shops and facilities that you can go and check out in Cape Town international when you are a few hours early for your flight!

We have you covered from multiple food places that you can go dine from, as well as all you accessories and cell needs! Maybe you need that last minute ring decision, don’t worry the airport has you covered.

1. Out Of Africa – African Souvenir & Mementos

2. MTN – Cellular & Electronics

3. Vodacome – Cellular & Electronics

4. CAPI – Cellular & Electronics

5. Sunglass Hut – Fashion & Accessories

6. Barcelos – Food & Beverage

7. Steers – Food & Beverage

8. Mugg & Bean – Food & Beverage

9. Spur – Food & Beverage

10. KFC – Food & Beverage

11. Woolworths – Department Sortes

12. Shimansky – Luxury & Gifts

13. Express – Hair, Health & Beauty

And so so much more, you have up to 44 stores to choose from when you are here, I would say you come nice and early to shop around! Don’t forget to keep some space in your luggage bag.  

About Airport Shuttle.

Established in Cape Town in 2002, Airport Shuttle has grown into one of the leading transfer service providers in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban. We have become well known and trusted for accommodating not only passengers and special requests, but also large groups and day tours. We provide airport transfers on a pre-booked and private basis - in other words, we don't pick up other passengers or drop them off along the way - we're here to have YOU arrive at your destination safely, comfortably and on time.

Airport Shuttle is the preferred transfer service provider of a wide variety of hotels, guest houses, corporates and travel agencies country wide. Please enquire about our dedicated on-line booking portal for companies to make booking your shuttles quicker and easier!

Please contact us directly on +27 (0)21 551 8785 or +27 (0)82 951 3646 or info@asct.co.za if you prefer personal contact in making your booking.

New York direct flights a boon for Cape Town tourism

The launch of United Airlines first-ever direct flights between New York and cape town in December has already led to an 11% increase in forward bookings by US tourist to the mother city for this summer season!

The united airlines will take off from Newark liberty international Airport in New York in December and it’s said that there will be 3 flights a week. This will all lower cost and time in a major way. The US is a key tourism source market for Cape Town and the Western cape, with around 200 000 American tourists coming here annually.

Tim Harris CEO of Wesgro says: We have been targeting this route for years, so it is a significant development for Wesgro and our Cape Town air access initiative, which is a joint venture with the private sector to secure more international air routes for the city.

The Western Cape has been in drought and this great rise has not come in a better in as the Western Cape has just come out of droughts and it hits straight into summer. All this is going to no doubt bolster tourist arrival numbers to Cape Town and the country as a whole. We believe that we are turning the corner.

United Airlines plans to operate a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft on the route, with a seating capacity of 252 passengers. This will include 48 Business class seats, 88 economy-plus seats and 116 economy class seats.

This is all new and exciting things for us all and 2020 does not stop there. We cannot wait to show people how this world is changing and hope everyone jumps on board with us. Get in contact with us on 0215518785 or 0829513646 for all your Shuttle needs at the airport. Airport Shuttle.

How Will Cape Town International Look In 2023?

A new runway and international and domestic departure lounges is due to be built at Cape Town international airport within the next four years. The expansions will increase the airports capacity after its international arrivals increased by 9% in 2019. The airports company promises that passenger disruption will be kept to a minimum, and that flight will still be able to depart and land normally during construction.

It’s said that Cape Town international airport is set for a R7 Billion new runway, as well as some new grand lounges due to be completed by 2023. They said that it is set to start this year! Yes you heard right they can start in 2020.

We are aware that the drought that we had heavily affected the local tourism industry and made our Airport a little less footprint. Revamping this airport will just bring a more homely feel to the environment and effect not only our tourists but all of our locals.

There is also a realigned 3.500 meter runway that will allow larger aircraft and the world’s largest passenger airline and that would be no other than the airbus A380 to land at the airport. How exciting!

Provisions have been made for even more future projects to take place so future expansion of the airport terminals towards the runway and accommodate additional aircraft. The world is expanding and growing at a rapid speed, we need to keep up!

A few other things like the baggage hall and meet and greet area will all be reconfigured and upgraded to a new and exciting accommodation. Yes! I am sure you are thinking, but what about the flights that will now be delayed or will there be enough aircrafts while this construction goes ahead? All precautions will be taken for all passengers.

For all your reliable, affordable shuttle service to and from the airport in Cape Town or Durban please do not hesitate to call Airport Shuttle. Make easy bookings on www.asct.co.za

Major Changes For Airport Staff

South African airport staff arrested and fired for stealing as they do a major security seep.

Some airports like OR Tambo international Airport says it has scored early successes in its peak season security operations designed to detect and disrupt criminal activity as we all know the holidays are now kicking off.

It said that so far they have dismissed 10 people and 10 people have been arrested I attempts to smuggle items from the airside have been foiled. This is the most traffic in airport with people you will see now is the months between December & January. The airport anticipates that more than 3.1 million passengers will fly in and out during that time period. There are 2 days that top them all and that is the Friday before Christmas and the first Friday in January.

Security has been ramped up with additional members being provided by the South African Police Service and licensed security contractors to help us take all the measures we need to take such as random stop and search operations of people working in and around the airport. Other measures also include CCTV cameras in real time to be checked.

Staff with permits to work on the airside are not only going to be subjected to random stop and searches but are also going to be subjected to intensify searches at access points, both entering and leaving access-controlled areas.

Betty Maloka, Senior Manager: Is determined to maintain the safety and security of passengers and airport visitors this festive season.

We will make sure and are cautiously optimistic that we are well placed to mitigate security risks. Engineering and IT systems to prevent unnecessary delays.