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Inside Background
Health & Safety 
You should be as vigilant in Johannesburg regarding your safety as you would be...
Last edited: May 01, 2008
History 
The history of Johannesburg is intricately linked with the political situation...
Last edited: July 14, 2006
Neighborhoods 
Johannesburg ( better known as Joburg) is a huge place combinig wealth and...
Last edited: June 28, 2006
Recommended Reading 
Travelers often find it helpful to read up about an area before traveling...
Last edited: January 20, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
Johannesburg has a relatively mild climate, with warm, dry summers and moderate...
Last edited: March 17, 2007
Introduction 
JOHANNESBURG, EGOLI, JOZI, CITY OF GOLD - these are some of the fond nicknames...
Last edited: March 27, 2006
Learn South African Culture 
Lotjhani, which means "hello" in isiNdebele, is a multiculturally South African...
Last edited: March 08, 2007
Photo Gallery 
Here are a few links to Joburg photo albums. Johannesburg - City in Photos Photo
Last edited: May 27, 2007
Tourist Board Info 
Here are a few links to tourist information sites. Tourism Johannesburg Joburg -
Last edited: May 27, 2007
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Up until a few years ago, if you lived in Cape Town, Durban or Port Elizabeth...
Last edited: November 01, 2008
Getting Around 
Getting around Johannesburg can sometimes be a drag. Especially when arriving...
Last edited: September 05, 2008
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Travel by car is a common method for getting around Johannesburg, whether it is...
Last edited: September 05, 2008
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
Because the weather in Johannesburg is considered relatively moderate by...
Last edited: September 04, 2007
Nightlife 
Jollly Roger Pub   If you are looking for great pub the Jolly Roger in Parkhurst
Last edited: January 13, 2008
Off the Beaten Path 
  Kliptown, Soweto If you would like to venture off the normal tourist route of...
Last edited: November 01, 2008
Shopping 
Shopping in Johannesburg is world class! Most of our shopping is done in malls...
Last edited: August 02, 2006
Sports & Activities 
British rule of Johannesburg over the course of history has meant that the...
Last edited: January 15, 2008
Constitution Hill 
Site where the Constitutional Court has been built and where the Old Fort...
Last edited: December 29, 2007
Bunny Park 
Check out the Bunny Park. There are lots of rabbits, ducks, geese and swans...
Last edited: July 10, 2008
Lion Park 
The Johannesburg Lions Park, situated about 45 minutes away from Johannesburg...
Last edited: November 09, 2008
Montecasino 
The Montecasino has 2 great family attractions, the 135 meter high baloon ride...
Last edited: November 06, 2008
SAB World of Beer 
A multimedia extravaganza complete with disneyland-like special effects, video...
Last edited: May 07, 2008
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
In Johannesburg, there are many restaurants ranging from Italian, to Thai, to...
Last edited: May 24, 2006
Need Authentic South African Cuisine??? 
There is one authentic restaurant that is must visit for truly South African...
Last edited: March 08, 2007
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Inside South Africa: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
The Currency of South Africa is the South African Rand (ZAR). The Rand replaced...
Last edited: August 06, 2008
Crossing the Border 
Passport Make sure that your passport is valid for at least 6 more months at...
Last edited: September 18, 2008
Emergencies 
If you have an emergency while traveling in South Africa, it is useful to know...
Last edited: January 19, 2008
Important Phrases 
South Africa has 11 official languages: English, Afrikaans (similar to Dutch...
Last edited: November 05, 2008
Telephones 
00 is the International Direct Dialing Code to call overseas from within South...
Last edited: January 19, 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Restaurants and Bars In a restaurant or bar it is polite to tip 10-15%. Be...
Last edited: June 21, 2008
Birdlife in South Africa 
South Africa is one of the best birding destinations in the world, with about...
Last edited: June 16, 2006
Budget Safaris 
The boom in tourism to Southern Africa has led to increasing numbers of...
Last edited: March 15, 2007
Kruger vs Private Game Reserves 
Many overseas tourists are unaware of the differences between the...
Last edited: August 19, 2008
Paying with Credit or Debit Cards 
The area around Cape Town and the Western Cape use chip and pin services on...
Last edited: January 19, 2006
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS IN SOUTH AFRICA 
  1January         ... New Years Day 21 March            ... Human right's day...
Last edited: June 17, 2006
South Africa at a glance 
LAND AREA:  1 223 201 km2 LENGTH OF COAST LINE: 2954km PROVINCES: Gauteng...
Last edited: June 17, 2006
The 9 Provinces 
South Africa consists of 9 provinces: Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Northern...
Last edited: December 12, 2006
Tipping on Safari 
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