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Funseekers International is pleased to announce the upgraded website with a fresh new look especially for you!
Whats NEW on the Funseekers Website?
1. All ATKV Resorts added to our portfolio! Please click on the following link to view all the ATKV resorts available : ATKV RESORTS
ATKV resorts:
- own a holiday brand name that is synonymous with excitement, uniqueness, Afrikaans and quality - definitely an "Aha" brand name
- are market leaders in the holiday resort industry
- are the driving force of a network of accommodation and holidays suppliers
- are the driving force (owner) of an integrated (inter)national e-holiday booking system
- earn sufficient, sustainable profits
- own sustainable growth businesses
- are socially responsible including the second economy
- run acceptable businesses by focusing on core activities
- own an Afrikaans investment company (Afribel) for funding and operating the businesses
2. 2011 Points Calendar & Points Table released onto the web : Points Calendar & Points Table
3. Last minute bonus breaks – unbeatable specials!
4. Travel Club
Explore your world of travel on www.funseekers.co.za and please feel free to e-mail us all your suggestions to marketing@funseekers.co.za
Tel: +27 14 736 8900
E-mail: reservations@funseekers.co.za
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TAKE HOME GOOD QUALITY PHOTOS AFTER YOUR SUMMER HOLIDAY!
Proper handling of the camera itself can reduce the number of retakes, helping to make your day easier by decreasing the number of times you need to repeat the dreaded "hold on, I need to take one more". Taking better quality pictures means taking fewer pictures overall since you’re taking fewer bad shots due to bad mechanics.
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Hold the camera solidly in your hand to prevent the camera from shuddering or shifting too much when pressing on the shutter button, and watch your spare fingers so that they don’t interfere with the lens. One trick is to wrap the camera strap around your fingers so that you will be more conscious of where they are. Another tip, especially with smaller cameras, is to hold your eye up to the optical viewfinder to capture the image, rather than the electronic viewfinder – this will not only help you see exactly what your capturing, but will also help to stabilize the shot between your hands and your face for less 'camera shake'. |
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As digital cameras have a tendency to take slightly longer to focus than film camera, an important tip is to half-depress the shutter button until the camera has had time to lock the focus, and then completely press the button to take the actual shot - this can often make the difference between blurry, out-of-focus shots, and clear pictures. Also, with normal picture-taking, shutter speeds are fast enough that a small amount of shake won’t affect the resulting image much, however, there are times when you’d want to use a tripod to compensate: when taking pictures in low light, where the shutter speed will slow down enough to potentially make drag lines, and when using a long zoom, where distant objects are susceptible to blur. In each case, the tripod will settle the image and let you forget about shaking the image and focus on capturing what’s in your mind’s eye. |
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One of the main advantages of a digital camera is being able to preview the pictures after you’ve taken them. If you are trying to capture a specific scene, you can review the shot and see if it looks the way you wanted – if it doesn’t, you can delete the shot and retake it to get it right. Why keep a picture if it’s blurry, or someone’s eyes are closed, or a person is obstructing part of the view? |
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Taking that one step further, there is no worse feeling than seeing the perfect kiss, smile or sunset, reaching for your camera and clicking the button, only to realize that your storage is full and you’ve missed your chance. It’s happened to everyone, but still, you can prevent it by clearing off your old pictures monthly (or more frequently if you are a shutterbug). Bring a second memory card/stick with you when you go on a trip, even if your primary card/stick is large, just in case you need the extra space. There are also portable storage products available that allow you to offload and archive your photos to keep your main storage free, ranging from iPod adapters to portable drives/CD burners. | |
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RCI Yearly Resort Grading
The objective of the yearly grading system is to offer reassurances for the traveler and you as our very valued members! It is an internationally recognised system of quality assurance to all clients in the Tourism Industry. RCI’s grading system provide the highest quality standards of courtesy, service and professionalism to all existing and new RCI establishments.
THE GRADING CATEGORIES
The following are overviews of the different accommodation categories available to be graded in.
Hotel
A hotel provides accommodation to the travelling public, has a reception area, and offers at least a 'breakfast room' or communal eating area. In general a hotel makes food and beverage services available to guests; these may be outsourced or provided by the hotel.
Lodge
A lodge is an accommodation facility located in natural countryside surroundings. The rates charged are usually inclusive of all meals. The experience offered at a lodge may also include activities such as game drives, battlefield tours, etc.
Self Catering
A house, cottage, chalet, bungalow, flat, studio, apartment, villa, houseboat, tent or any accommodation where facilities and equipment are provided for guests to cater for themselves. The facilities should be adequate to cater for the maximum advertised number of residents the facility can accommodate.
We present to you the yearly grading
RESULTS as follows:
Silver Crown Resorts Being Upgraded to Gold Crown
1. Formosa Bay
2. Caley Lodge
3. Protea hotel Kruger Gate
4. Royal Atlantic
5. Brookes Hill
6. Port owen Marine
7. Middlands Saddle and Trout
8. Magaliespark
9. Mabalingwe
10. Langebaan Country Estate
11. Baywater Village
12. Sanys Place
Lifestyle Resorts upgraded to Silver
1. Mossel Bay Golf Estate
Gold Crown Resorts being downgraded to Silver Crown
1. Mount Sheba
Silver Crown Resorts being downgraded to Lifestyle
1. Lake View Cabanas
2. Hastings Hall
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Mabalingwe
Protea Hotel Kruger Gate
Langebaan Country Estate
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| Your next unforgettable vacation ... |
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Ask your family where they want to go on their next vacation and chances are, they will tell you that they want to holiday at the Central Florida attractions based in Orlando, Florida!! They'll mention Disney World and Universal Studios. They'll remind you that Orlando is just a short hop from Daytona and Cocoa beach. They may even mention the Kennedy Space Center at Cape Canaveral or Busch Gardens in nearby Tampa.
ORANGE LAKE EAST VILLAGE ORLANDO
Sliding into cool, blue pools. . .
making waves on a sparkling lake. . .
sinking a putt at sunset. . .
experiencing the fun and fantasy of Orlando theme parks. . .
If you can dream it, you can do it all right here so we invite you to experience it!
Every corner of the resort has treasures to discover. From River Island, our 12-acre pool complex that includes a 1,200 foot lazy river, restaurants, bars, shops and more, to the Water’s Edge Beach Club with daily activities, our largest arcade, mini golf and a fantastic view of the 80-acre lake and watersport activities.
From the Splash Lagoon Pool Complex, offering a zero-entry pool, waterslide, multi-level pool decks and lush landscaping, to The Legends Clubhouse and pool overlooking one of our four signature golf courses
River Island spans 12 acres of lush, tropical scenery with many unique water features. The centerpiece of River Island is a 1,200-foot lazy river-style pool that winds through tropical scenery and a spectacular waterfall. It’s also home to the Fun Zone, which features miniature golf, sand volleyball and the HIPPO™, a 168-foot-long waterslide.
We understand that the perfect vacation isn't the same for everyone. That's why they've designed River Island to appeal to all ages and interests, offering something for every member of your family. If you're looking for activity, you'll be able to splash to your heart's content. And when you just want to relax, you'll find all of those quiet, tucked-away places that are perfect for daydreams.
When you want to get out of the sun for a while, you can visit The River Island Exchange—spanning 30,000 square feet—where you'll discover an exciting array of activities and amenities to further enhance your vacation experience.
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Walt Disney World...
Daytona Beach - Florida
Walt Disney World - Orlando Florida
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