African Bush Camps – The Safari Act Special

 

Three exceptional packages offering travellers a once in a lifetime safari experience of two unique Destinations – Botswana and Zimbabwe. Book your preferred package now for travel between 1st November and 30th November 2014 and receive an unbelievable 20% discount.

Zimbabwe in 3 Acts
ONLY: USD 3 823*

Enjoy 8 nights in Zimbabwe exploring Hwange National Park and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mana Pools.

Includes: 3 nights at Somalisa Camp in Hwange National Park, 2 nights at Zambezi Life Styles and 3 nights at Kanga Camp in Mana Pools

Botswana in 3 Acts
ONLY: USD 4 347*

Enjoy 8 nights in Botswana exploring the remote areas of Khwai, and Linyanti. Includes: 3 nights Khwai Tented Camp, 2 nights Saile Tented Camp and 3 nights Linyanti Bush Camp

The Double Act
ONLY: USD 8 825*

Enjoy 16 nights combining both Botswana and Zimbabwe and get two nights for FREE in Victoria Falls.

Includes: Zimbabwe in 3 Acts, Botswana in 3 Acts and two free nights in Victoria Falls at Victoria Falls Safari Lodge.

The 20% discount applies to the African Bush Camps properties included in the package. Transfers included in the package are not discounted. Each safari has to be booked in its entirety for the discounted rates to apply and cannot be separated or substituted for alternative options. The packages are subject to availability at all camps incorporated.

Standard Terms and Conditions apply.

For further enquiries please enquire direct at info@africanbushcamps.com

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Mawimbi Bush Camp May Special

Mawimbi Bush Camp special valid until end of May:

180 USD pppn on Full Board Basis + 1 Activity per day (exlclude park fees, drinks other activities).

Contact : Debbie Henwood, Mawimbi Bush Camp,
Email: info@mawimbibushcamp.com
Tel: (+263) 4 861286
Facebook: MawimbiBushcamp
Skype: debbie.mawimbibushcamp

Green season special at the Elephant's Eye

Elephant’s Eye, Hwange – Green Season Special – ends 15 June.

The rate is USD255 per person sharing per night and includes accommodation, all meals, water, soft drinks, beers, ciders, mixers and house wine, 2 game drives per day on private concession or 1 full‐day game drive in Hwange National Park, village visit, transfers from and to Hwange Airport, laundry.

Zambezi Traveller eNewsletter - No08 May 2014

QUICK LINKS | Specials | News | Conservation | Events (Wingbeats over the Kaza - White-backed vulture - Image Credit: Tom Varley)   The March issue of the Zambezi Traveller focuses on birding in the Zambezi region, with emphasis on vultures as species of conservation concern. You can find a full contents listing here with links to all the stories. The Zambezi Traveller continues to expand its presence online, through our website, blog and social media such as Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest- find and follow us online. The next issue of the ZT will be available at the end of June, with deadline of 15th May for advertising bookings  and  editorial  submissions. Specials Autoworld Livingstone (Livingstone, Zambia) - Mountain bikers get special deal. Elephant's Eye (Hwange, Zimbabwe) - Green Season special. Homenet Zambia (Zambia) - Tourism investment opportunities in Zambia. Imvelo Safari Lodges (Victoria Falls & Hwange, Zimbabwe) - Gorges Lodge & Bomani Tented Camp Combo. Kalahari Skies (Okavango & Chobe, Botswana) - Botswana Specials. Mawimbi Bush Camp (Kafue, Zambia) - May special. Turbo Glass (Bulawayo, Zimbabwe) - May Madness!. Wilderness Safaris (Zambia & Zimbabwe) - Zambia & Zimbabwe Specials. Back To Top News Chongwe Safaris and Norman Carr Safaris (Luangwa, Zambia) - 'We are Africa. Ilala Lodge (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe) - Strath Brown condolences. Halsted Aviation (Zimbabwe) - Launch of new Air Safari service. Imvelo Safari Lodges (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe) - Gorges Lodge refurbishment. Mawimbi Bush Camp (Kafue, Zambia) - WTM Africa. Mvuu Camp (Middle Zambezi, Zambia) - Camp update. Ndau Collection (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe) - Ndau Collection exhibits at Zimbabwe inDesign. Proflight Zambia (Livingstone & Lusaka) - Proflight signs FastJect alliance. Safari Par Excellence (Livingstone, Zambia) - WTM Africa. Airport Visa payment improvement , Zambian currency update SATIB (Bulawayo, Zimbabwe) - Change of address Stanbic Bank (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe) - Faster overseas payments. . Victoria Falls Safari Lodge (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe) - Victoria Falls Airport expansion project explained.. The Elephant Camp (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe) - Four new suites at The Elephant Camp. A tour of the Batoka Gorge canopy World Travel Market (Africa) - WTM Africa puts Responsible Tourism in the spotlight. Zambezi Traveller (Zambezi Region) - Advertisers exhibiting at Indaba. Wilderness Safaris (Zambia & Zimbabwe) - Safari news. Back To Top Conservation & Community Imvelo Safari Lodges (Hwange, Zimbabwe) - Teaching the teachers. Safari Par Excellence (Livingstone, Zambia) - Pack for a purpose. Stanbic Bank (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe) - .Stanbic Banks kits out VFAPU scouts Wilderness Safaris (Livingstone, Zambia) - Toka Leya donate solar pumps and water tanks. Wilderness Safaris (Livingstone, Zambia) - River Club donate solar lamps.. Back To Top Awards Lokuthula Lodges (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe) - Gold Crown for Lokuthula Lodges.. Zimbabwe Council for Tourism Awards 2014 (Zimbabwe).. Back To Top Events Victoria Falls Fun Enduro (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe) - 02-03 May 2014. WTM Africa (Cape Town, South Africa) - 02-03 May 2014. Kasane Cycle Challenge (Chobe, Botswana) - 25 May 2014. Victoria Falls Mountain Bike Challenge (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe) - 11 June 2014. Charity Golf Day (Harare, Zimbabwe) - 19 June 2014. Victoria Falls Marathon (Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe) - 29 June 2014. Blue Cross 2014 (Harare, Zimbabwe) - 02-08 August 2014. Back To Top From the Zambezi Traveller Blog Camp Hwange (Hwange, Zimbabwe) - The story of a lion called Goose. Wildlife Camp (Zambia) - Fungus Growing Termites. Luangwa National Park (Zambia) - Epic wildlife interactions.

May madness from Turbo Glass

For the entire month of May TURBO GLASS will be offering the deal of a lifetime. Buy a Piranha Legend on a trailer and walk away with a complete rig*!

YES, we will supply and fit: Bilge Pump, Aerator, Fishfinder, Navigation Lights, wire & plastic Rod Holders, Gang Switch, Float Switch, Drink Holders and a Boat Cover in Ribstop material... FREE!!

This is a saving of over $1200.00

So... Don’t delay, get in touch today!

Call: (00263) 9 474330
Email: info@turbo-glass.co.uk

For full terms and conditions please contact Turbo Glass. * This offer does not include any motors.

Mawimbi April Special

Zambian and Zimbabwean residents only

$180 per person per night - minimum two nights

Includes: Full board and one game walk per day

Excludes: Transfers, park fees

 

 

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Wilderness Safaris Zambia & Zimbabwe Specials

Wilderness Safaris offers superb wildlife and cultural encounters in both Zambia and Zimbabwe - true gems in the African wilderness. Divided by the great Zambezi River, both countries allow for unspoilt journeys through impressive National Parks, where a variety of habitats are home to multiple mammal and bird species. In addition to the world-renowned Victoria Falls, where your journey may begin or end, you can expect thrilling safaris, adrenaline adventures and encounters with some of the friendliest people to host you.

2014 NEW YEAR SPECIALS

Discounted Flying Rates 2014

 

Davison's Camp Wilderness Safaris, Hwange National Park, Zambia (Photo credit: Mike Myers)

On a stay of three consecutive nights (or longer) at Davison’s Camp, Little Makalolo or Ruckomechi Camp in Zimbabwe, receive a discount of 50% on the scheduled Wilderness Air flying seat rates between these camps and/or Victoria Falls/Harare as the points of origin or departure.

We have also reduced our Zambia flying rates by 20% for the 2014 season. No minimum stay is required at Busanga Bush Camp or Shumba Camp, and these lower rates apply to bookings between Lusaka and Kafue as well as Livingstone and Kafue.

Private Guides accommodated FREE in Zimbabwe camps

On a minimum stay of two nights at Little Makalolo, Davison’s and Ruckomechi camps, private guides will be hosted free of charge in guide accommodation from 11 January 2014 to 10 January 2015. Please do note that only one complimentary guide can be accommodated at any one time.

FREE Hot Air Ballooning in the Kafue

 

Balloning Busanga Plains, Wilderness Safaris, Kafue National Park, Zambia (Photo credit: Mike Myers)

Stay for three nights in one of our stunning camps on the Busanga Plains – Shumba or Busanga Bush Camp – in August, September or October and be treated to the most exclusive hot air ballooning in Africa on a complimentary basis. This breathtaking activity takes in the pristine scenery and wildlife of the plains before concluding with a champagne breakfast.

Ruckomechi Camp Introduces Unique ‘Sleep-out’ Experience in Mana Pools

Wilderness Safaris Ruckomechi Camp in Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe has introduced a unique, sleep-out option for adventurous guests on an outdoor deck overlooking the wildlife-rich Parachute Pan. Situated about 400m from the main camp, the Parachute Pan ‘sleep-out’ deck offers guests a truly intimate, up-close-and-personal wilderness experience and the unique opportunity of sleeping under the stars in the Zambezi Valley.

SUGGESTED ITINERARIES:

DISTINCTIVE ZAMBEZI AND KAFUE (7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS)

 

Busanga Plains, Wilderness Safaris, Kafue National Park, Zambia (Photo credit: Mike Myers)

Experience the great wildlife spectacle of Zimbabwe’s Mana Pools National Park, a World Heritage Site, followed by the expansive and diverse Busanga Plains of Zambia’s Kafue National Park where herds of antelope are followed closely by lion prides. The trip’s grand finale is the impressive and mesmerising Victoria Falls.

Days 1, 2, 3: Fly from Victoria Falls Airport to Ruckomechi Camp, Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe
Days 4, 5, 6: Transfer by boat, road and air to Busanga Bush Camp, Kafue National Park, Zambia
Day 7: Fly to Toka Leya Camp, Livingstone, Zambia
Day 8: Road transfer to Livingstone International Airport

(Operating 01 June to 31 October 2014. Departs on a Monday from Victoria Falls and ends in Livingstone on a Monday.)

ZIMBABWE HIGHLIGHTS (7 NIGHTS / 8 DAYS)

 

Ruckomechi Camp, Wilderness Safaris, Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe (Photo credit: Mike Myers)

This exciting safari combines three of the most diverse and spectacular areas in Zimbabwe including Hwange National Park, Lake Kariba and Mana Pools National Park, each celebrated for fascinating wildlife and magnificent scenery. Your journey begins and ends at Victoria Falls, where you can extend your trip and enjoy this natural wonder of the world.

Days 1, 2: Fly from Victoria Falls Airport to Davison’s Camp, Hwange National Park
Days 3, 4: Fly to Changa Camp, Lake Kariba
Days 5, 6, 7: Fly to Ruckomechi Camp, Mana Pools National Park
Day 8: Return to Victoria Falls Airport by light aircraft for your onward arrangements

(Operating 1 April through to 15 November 2014. Daily departures from and returning to Victoria Falls, with the option of flying to Harare from Ruckomechi.)

ZIMBABWE SUMMER SPECIAL (6 NIGHTS / 7 DAYS)

Little Makalolo Camp, Wilderness Safaris, Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe (Photo credit: Mike Myers)

We begin this safari in Hwange National Park where summer rainfall brings the surrounding plains to life, displaying incredible concentrations of wildlife. We then continue on to Changa Safari Camp, built on the shores of Lake Kariba, with stunning views of the mysterious Matusadona Mountains. Your journey begins and ends at Victoria Falls, where you can extend your trip and enjoy this natural wonder of the world.

Days 1, 2 & 3: Fly from Victoria Falls Airport to Little Makalolo Camp or Davison’s Camp, Hwange National Park
Days 4, 5 & 6: Fly to Changa Camp, Lake Kariba
Day 7: Return to Victoria Falls Airport by light aircraft for onward arrangements

(Valid from 11 January to 31 March 2014. Daily departures from and returning to Victoria Falls.)

BEST OF ZAMBIA (6 NIGHTS / 7 DAYS)

 

Cheetah (Photo credit: Mike Myers)

As one of the most rewarding African wildlife destinations, this safari offers the best of Zambia. Landlocked, this country is a land of large rivers: the Zambezi, Kafue, Lufupa and Luangwa Rivers are all the centrepieces of some of the wildest and most remote game areas on the continent.

Days 1, 2 & 3: Fly from Lusaka Airport to Busanga Bush Camp, Kafue National Park, Zambia
Days 4, 5 & 6: Fly back to Lusaka for a scheduled flight to Mfuwe and onward connection to Puku Ridge, Kapamba Bush Camp or Nkwali Camp, South Luangwa National Park
Day 7: Return to Lusaka Airport for onward arrangements

Add-on: Extend your stay and discover the wildlife and spectacular scenery of the legendary Zambezi River:
Days 7, 8 & 9: Chiawa Camp or Chongwe River Camp or Kasaka River Lodge, Lower Zambezi National Park.

(Operating 01 June to 31 October 2014.)

Note: These are suggested itineraries only – please contact your Journey Specialist for pricing as a variety of options are possible, including points of arrival and departure.

For more information and pricing on the suggested itineraries, contact your journey specialist or email emmah@wilderness.co.zw or joleenr@wilderness.co.zw.

Musango Valentine Special

Musangano Lodge Valentines Special valid till 24 February

$172 per couple per night for Dinner, bed and breakfast

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February ZT Specials

Zambezi Traveller Specials - from our February eNewsletter

Autoworld Livingstone (Livingstone, Zambia) - New year offer.

Baines' River Lodge (Kariba & Middle Zambezi, Zambia) - David Rogers Photography Course,

Imvelo Safari Lodges (Victoria Falls & Hwange, Zimbabwe) - Gorges Lodge & Bomani Tented Camp Combo. Camelthorn Lodge Special. Bomani Tented Lodge Special.

Kalahari Skies (Okavango, Botswana) - 12 day Botswana Special.

Kiambi Safaris (Kariba & Middle Zambezi, Zambia) - Safari Special.

Norman Carr Safaris (Luangwa, Zambia) - 'Secret Season' Special.

Royal Zambezi Lodge (Kariba & Middle Zambezi, Zambia) - Easter Special.

Spurwing Island (Kariba & Middle Zambezi, Zambia) - February Special.

Zambezi Queen (Chobe, Botswana) - Zambezi Special

Wilderness Safaris (Zambia & Zimbabwe) - Zambia & Zimbabwe Specials.

Baines’ River Camp offers a spacious boardroom

Baines’ River Camp

With seating for up to 16 delegates, air-conditioned and complete with digital projector, canvas screen and flipchart, the venue is ideal for corporate getaways and management meetings. Our green season is the ideal time for corporate groups with great exclusive use packages and a quiet river. Baines offers accommodation for maximum 20 guests and all rooms can be made up in a twin configuration.

Wilderness Safaris Six Countries Summer Special

The Wilderness Safaris Six Countries Summer Special

If you have not already taken advantage of this fabulous special, then the time to act is now! A total of 28 luxury camps were launched on this special offer that spans the six southern Africa countries of Botswana, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Now a further two luxury camps have been included in the Botswana selection: Chitabe and Little Mombo. This brings the total up to 30 luxury camps in a year in which we celebrate our 30th birthday!

(Image credit: Mike Myers)

This special has been so successful in the past that Wilderness Safaris felt it was important to promote again. The summer season has growing appeal, being viewed in a new light as ‘the season of abundance and growth.’

The features that make this special so unique and successful are:

• The price is right – discounted accommodation rates in the top camps included in this special as well as reduced flying and road transfers.

• The minimum number of nights has been reduced to 5 and there is no maximum required.

• Mix and match countries and camps.

• Only Malawi has a single supplement, other countries do not charge a single supplement for accommodation or flying.

• Reduced rates in Namibian and Zimbabwean camps.

• Children 6 to 16 years sharing accommodation in family rooms only pay 50% of the adult rate.

• Special runs from 1 November all the way through to 15 April 2014, only excludes the dates over Christmas and New Year (20 December to 10 January)

• For Cape Town, Wilderness Touring has special rates on touring and transfers for guests travelling on this special.

For Zambezi Traveller readers, the camps included in the Six Country Summer Special through Wilderness Safaris are Toka Leya in Zambia, Little Makalolo and Davisons Camps in Hwange National Park. Full details of all the camps in the Wilderness Safaris portfolio that have been included in this unique special can be obtained via www.wilderness-safaris.com and from your agent.

(Image credit: Mike Myers)

Wilderness Safaris Zimbabwe Summer Special

Zimbabwe Summer Special – Vic Falls, Hwange and Kariba (6 nights, 7 days)

This summer season, Wilderness Safaris and Changa Safari Camp in Lake Kariba are offering a special six-night summer package. Called the Zimbabwe Summer Special, this magical trio links Victoria Falls, Hwange National Park and Lake Kariba.

(Image credit: Mike Myers)

Starting with a Wilderness Air flight from Victoria Falls, guests spend three nights at either Little Makalolo or Davisons Camp in Hwange National Park. The package then includes a Wilderness Air flight from Hwange through to Kariba Airport after which a 30-minute road transfer takes guests to the harbour. Once at the harbour a boat transfer that takes about 45 minutes gets guests to Changa camp where they spend three nights. Guests then return to Victoria Falls from Changa, retracing their steps to catch a Wilderness Air flight to Victoria Falls.

(Image credit: Mike Myers)

The Zimbabwe Summer Special is available from 15 November right the way through to the 31 March 2014, except over the festive period from 20 December to 10 January. This is a special time of the year to travel to Zimbabwe, as summer is the time birth and renewal. There is plenty for everyone - predator and prey, as many species give birth to their young, and predators take their opportunities.

(Image credit: Changa Safari Camp)

All the migrant bird species arrive over this time, which adds another dimension to the season of plenty. Many bird species are displaying in their breeding plumage in order to impress the fairer fowl and this makes for a spectacular splash of bright vibrant colours against the glorious lush green of the bush.

Temperatures at this time of the year are warm, but not usually overbearing, which means comfortable early morning game drives and lovely romantic evening sunsets. As this is southern Africa’s rainy season, the traditional African thundershower can be known to strike with great drama to create a spectacular show that is usually quite dramatic, but short lived and the feeling of freshness that it leaves in its wake is rejuvenating for everyone.

For more information contact your agent or the Wilderness Safaris Zimbabwe office at emmah@wilderness.co.zw or joleenr@wilderness.co.za .

Zambezi Sun update

Sun International Zambia is pleased to announce that the Zambezi Sun Hotel is now offering increased free internet access for its in-house guests with immediate effect.

The Zambezi Sun is part of Sun International Zambia's Falls Resort in Livingstone that includes the Royal Livingstone Hotel. Conveniently located next to the Victoria Falls, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and a World Heritage site, the Zambezi Sun Hotel is one of the leading hotels in Livingstone; offering excellent facilities. The hotel already provides internet services; however this has been increased significantly to 250MB per day per hotel guest, and will be available in all the public places including the business and conference centre, and pool area.

“We have listened to our guests and they will now have the convenience of using the internet while they relax at the pool or whilst completing their business in the conference centre” stated Nisha Macdougall; Hotel Manager at the Zambezi Sun.

Guests will have the added convenience of using their own devices in addition to the computers already provided at the hotel. The increased access to internet is part of Sun International's plan to provide world class facilities in line with the Victoria Falls Resort team mission to 'embrace the magic of a bygone era through our shared passion for excellence and innovation, thereby allowing us to exceed our guests' expectations.'

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Proflight Zambia Independence Offer

Proflight Independence Offer

Independence long weekend is just around the corner and we are celebrating Independence by offering a 30% discount off any available Return fare on the following flights/ routes so book now! 

Book any travel any time between 23 October and 28 October and use e-Voucher promotional code INDEPENDENCE30 when you book online www.flyzambia.com. You may also book at your travel agent or Proflight Zambia office.

Route	Days of Operation	Discount
Lusaka-Dar es Salaam and v.v.	Oct 23,24 & 28	30 %
Lusaka-Lilongwe and v.v.	Oct 24,27 & 28	30 %
Lusaka-Lower Zambezi	Oct 23,24,25,26,27 & 28	30 %
Lusaka-Mfuwe and v.v.	Oct 23,24,25,26,27 & 28	30 %

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Afican Bush Camps special offer

Christmas comes early this December at African Bush Camps!

Lion (Image credit: African Bush Camps)

As our Christmas present to you.

Travel to our Botswana camps between 1st December and 31st December and receive an amazing 10% off.

Camps included in this special: Linyanti Bush Camp | Linyanti Ebony | Khwai Tented Camp

Please mention Zambezi Traveller in your enquiry.

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ZT eNewsletter Specials (Aug 2013)

The following 'specials', on offer from our advertisers, are taken from the latest Zambezi Traveller eNewsletter (No.5, Aug 2013). Click here to see the full eNewsletter online and here to subscribe to our mailing list.

Zambezi Specials

Last Minute Specials (Zambia) - African View Tours and Safaris have some great 'last minute' packages on offer in Zambia, only a few seats remaining in each one. Read more.

Free Hot-Air Balloon Safari (Busanga Plains, Zambia) - Wilderness Safaris has reintroduced its seasonal offer for guests visiting Busanga Plains in Zambia’s diverse Kafue National Park. Free hot-air ballooning during August, September and October is being offered to all guests staying for three nights or more at the charming Shumba or Busanga Bush Camps. Read more.

Royal Zambezi Lodge - Win 2 nights for 2 people at Royal Zambezi Lodge. Read more.

Mawimbi Adventures - Memorable African Safaris with Mawimbi Adventures. Kafue, Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park. Read more.

African Bush Camps End of Season Specials - African Bush Camps delighted to announce three exceptional safari packages at an unbelievable 20% discount. Read more.

Kasanka Bats (Kasanka, Zambia) - There are few wildlife phenomena that really stand out as extraordinary events - the bat migration in Kasanka is one of them. Up to ten million straw-coloured fruit bats converge upon Kasanka National Park as the fruits of a local tree ripen. From late November to early December Robin Pope Safaris run the Kasanka Bat Safari which gives guests a chance to witness this extraordinary bat migration. Read more.

Carnivore Week (South Luangwa, Zambia) - In November Robin Pope Safaris host a special six day safari – 'Carnivore Week' with the Zambian Carnivore Programme (ZCP), dedicated to learning about and viewing the large carnivore species in the South Luangwa Valley. Read more.

Two Valleys: Rivers & Rainbows (South Luangwa, Zambia) - Combine Chongwe Safaris' Kasaka River Lodge in the Lower Zambezi with Norman Carr Safaris' Kapani, Chinzombo or Kakuli Lodges from November 2013 – March 2014 for an amazingly affordable safari with a range of itineraries available. Read more.

Green Season Specials (Okavango and Chobe, Botswana) - Take up this opportunity of a 10% discount on all trips with Kalahari Skies from December to end of March - a time when nature is at it’s most beautful, parks are almost empty and all the top campsites are available. Read more.

Follow In Livingstone's 'paddle strokes' (Livingstone, Zambia) - Safari Par Excellence showcase their river safaris. Explore the Zambezi River above the Victoria Falls in the 'paddle strokes' of David Livingstone. Read more.

Autoworld (Livingstone, Zambia) - The Autoworld monthly specials bring huge savings on the first Thursday of each month, running for one week only, so be sure to contact your nearest branch or check out the website for details. Read more.