South Africa is a relatively large country. It is of the size of United States of America five times as large as Great Britain, twice as large as France and about one-eighth of the size.
Climate
South Africa ranks highly in the world, as far as sunshine days are affected and the climate is generally mild throughout the year. See the temperature charts for each region.
Security
As in most countries of the world advised travellers to meet the necessary safety precautions. Walk alone in uninhabited streets after nightfall or door area Sary to not indicate money or jewelry of yourself. Please make copies of the passport and travel documents and keep in safe place. Only keep enough cash on your per-son for the days activities. Police emergency number is not 10111
Dress
Light cotton clothing is usually the most comfortable in the summer. Warm clothing is necessary for the winter. South Africans dress casually on most occasions and for visits to theatres and restaurants is quite acceptable smart casual dress. In the evenings can be cool Pack according to.
Credit cards
The most major credit cards are accepted, as also the traveller's cheques in major Curren-CIES. Please note, that fuel with standard credit cards be bought can not.
Shopping
There are plenty of shopping opportunities. Centers such as the v & A waterfront in Cape Town and Johannesburg Sandton city offer buy first World e déplacé. Shops are usually open in larger centres on Sundays and shopping hours from 8.30 am until late.
Price indicators
Cool drink - R5. 00, bottled water - R5. 00, bottle of red wine - R40. 00, white wine - R30. 00, beer - R9. 00, draught - R12. 00, spirit - R8. 00 per tot, shooter - R10. 00, cigarettes - R13. 00, steak - R60. 00, pizza - R40. 00, McDonald's meal - R23. 00, movies - R30. 00, game pool - R5. 00, milk - R5. 00 per litre and Loaf bread R4. 00.
Restaurants and entertainment
These facilities are good and you can choose from international standard kitchen in first-class hotels and restaurants or try one of the smaller Bistro restaurants, found all over the country. Food would be the average of R100. 00 per capita costs
Tip
Tip for food service and guidance is common practice and while every bit is a good directive nor mally welcome a 10% tip.
Immunization
No international immunization is required, enter South Africa. Malaria is a risk that predominates in the malignant form p. falciparum, and is available through the year in certain areas of the country, in particular northern KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga (Kruger National Park). Resistance to chloroquine has been reported.
Medical care
Medical services are readily available from doctors in private practice and private hospitals. It is very important for the visitor travel medical insurance have taken that contains medical coverage. Medicine in pharmacies can be purchased and emergency are open pharmacies in the night.
Language
There are 11 official languages, English, Afrikaans and a variety of African dialects. The English-speaking visitors, no problem will have while traveling through the country.
Taxation
Tourists can VAT refunded in a port in the Customs Office, provided that every invoice for purchased goods so RSA50 and the value of the entire article purchased exceeds R250. 00 have. Tax of 14% is usually in the price of were and included services. Her passport, bills and cost of goods available must claim the refund on departure lounges of Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban international airports
Electricity
The standard source of electricity is 220volts AC. Most foreign devices need an adapter or transformer to connect to the local power supply.
Driving in South Africa
We drive on the left side of the road. The roads are generally good and the most national routes have tolls. The costs vary from R7. 00 to R40. 00 in built up areas the speed limit is 60 km per hour and varies between 100 and 120 km of national roads.
Fuel
Many petrol stations in very South Africa are open 24 hours a day, all with leaded and unleaded petrol and diesel. Fuel costs about R4. 8O per litre.
Safety belt
It is compulsory to wear seat belts, front and rear. Small children and infants must be retained in an appropriate child seat or vehicle. Child seats should be ordered when you book your car.
Drinking and driving
You are not to drink and drive recommended. Penalties are severe.
Public transport
Public transport is not up to international standards. You need to effectively bypass a vehicle. Taxis are available but are quite expensive.
How quickly on the road? (Hours)
Cape Town, Johannesburg - 16 hours
Cape Town, Port Elizabeth - 8 hours
Cape Town to Plettenberg Bay - 5 hours
Johannesburg, Nelspruit - 4 hours ago by 1?
Durban to Johannesburg - 5 hours
Durban Port Elizabeth - 10 hours
Johannesburg to Sun City - 2 hours
Sun protection
The Sun in Africa is hard. Sun protection is highly recommended.
Water
The water in most areas is drinkable but a variety of still and sparkling water in the whole country is sold.
Mau is an editor for http://www.HolidaysInAfrica.co.za, an online African holiday planner with details of African Desitinations, activities and accommodation facilities
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