Best. Airline. Ever.
This is officially the best thing I've found online today. Kulula Air is a South African low-fare airline that operates domestic services to all major cities and regional services to Namibia, Mauritius, Zambia and Zimbabwe. And probably the most fun thing that ever happened to the travel industry.
Describing its advertising antics, Wikipedia reads:
In June 2010, Kulula launched an advertising campaign in the national press, announcing "affordable flights for everybody" except Sepp Blatter, who was offered a free seat. Its advertisement stated that the offer is valid "for the duration of that thing that is happening right now", obviously referring to the major soccer tournament held in South Africa at the time. Although the Fifa president did not respond, the owner of a Boston terrier allegedly changed the dog’s name to Sepp and took up this offer. On its Facebook page Kulula displayed pictures of the dog Sepp against the background of images of the major soccer event. Its later advertisement states, "It's official. Sepp Blatter flies with us."
Check out a few photos of one of their planes:
The pilots and attendants are also known for their humor. Below are a few examples:
Pre take-off announcements:
"There may be 50 ways to leave your lover, but there are only 4 ways out of this airplane."
"In the event of a sudden loss of cabin pressure, masks will descend from the ceiling. Stop screaming, grab the mask, and pull it over your face. If you have a small child travelling with you, secure your mask before assisting with theirs. If you are travelling with more than one small child, pick your favorite."
"Kulula Airlines is pleased to announce that we have some of the best flight attendants in the industry. Unfortunately, none of them are on this flight!"
While on flight:
"Ladies and gentlemen, we've reached cruising altitude and will be turning down the cabin lights. This is for your comfort and to enhance the appearance of your flight attendants."
And a few after landing:
"Ladies and gentlemen, we have landed in Cape Town . Please take all your possessions. Anything left behind will be shared equally between staff. Please note we do not accept unwanted mothers-in-law or children."
"Thank you, and remember, nobody loves you, or your money, more than Kulula Airlines."
"Thank you for flying Kulula. We hope you enjoyed giving us the business as much as we enjoyed taking you for a ride."
If you think I'm making this up, here's their website and here's a travel website talking about it.
Kulula, please serve the PI market and use your humor to save our tourism industry!
