Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Wine from South African vineyards

OK, so those that know me know I enjoy a dark merlot or a lustrous cabernet. I was excited to find out that my host university is surrounded by hundreds of vineyards, many of which are world renowned. In planning for my trip I told many friends and family that I would bring back wine for everyone. Well, I was looking at the Customs and Boarder Patrol website and they don't allow large quantities of alcohol to be imported. So I will be unable to bring wine back for everyone! :(

However, I will be importing some wine that can be covered under my $800 exemption. So basically this means if you want a bottle you have to come see me in South Africa and take it back yourself!!!

Friday, April 3, 2009

I Booked My Flight!!!

I leave July 8, 2009 from Kansas City International at 1:30 PM (CST) and arrive in Cape Town International on July 9, 2009 at 8:15 PM (SAST). My flight on Northwestern Airlines connects through Detroit and Amsterdam and is roughly 24-30ish hours long. I'm super excited and hoping for free alcohol on the flights! :)