On receipt of documents I see we have to book direct for the optional Robben Island excursion. Am planning to do this on 5th October(full day at leisure). Is anyone else interested in joining me?

Barbara Adams, Northampton

How do we go about it? Can you book on line by credit card?

Anne Price, Birmingham

Dear Annie

Just got your reply today(22nd September) and look forward to joining up for the excursion to Robben Island on 5th October. As suggested on Page 1 of Optional Excursions I am going to 'phone Nelson Mandela Gateway (00 27 21 413 4200) tomorrow morning to order my ticket and plan to pay by credit card and learn about collection of ticket. Hopefully I will be successful and will then let you know how I got on. Until then, kindest regards, Barbara.

Good morning Anne (it is 7.45 a.m.!)

I have just 'phoned Nelson Mandela Gateway but only got recorded message so will try again when I get home this afternoon.

I will order and pay for both our tickets and hopefully this will be o.k. with you.

Best wishes, Barbara

I have phoned Nelson Mandela Gateway and ordered tickets and paid by credit card for you and I to visit Robben Island at 11.00 a.m. on 5th October.

Looking forward to meeting you on 2nd October at Heathrow.

Best wishes, Barbara

Yes, the hotels look great and am looking forward very much to visiting S.A.

If we don't happen to meet up in the check-in area at the airport, will see you in the Executive Lounge.

Barbara.

Just thought I'd let you know that this is a wonderful trip, did it in May this year and still can't stop talking about it. You are in for a real treat, wish I was going back again.

Bon Voyage!

Janice

I was excited before but more than ever now since hearing from you that this is a super tour. Many thanks for your message of good wishes.

Barbara