Dave: I've heard a great deal about South African Airlines. It's service is rumored to be superb and they offer direct LHR to JNB and then change to CPT (Capetown). Please visit: http://www.flysaa.com/800.html Best, Mike Burris Cambrige, Mass >Hi > >I am soon, in September, due to head to Cape Town on holiday, and wondered if >anyone had any good advice on routes, carriers, whose best etc > >(I am hoping to try business class for the first time too) > >I live near London Gatwick, but im sure Heathrow offers the direct service, >though maybe via Europe too ? > >I have not been to South Africa before, so any info would be a good help > >Many thanks > >Dave (LGW)