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http://bp0.blogger.com/_Q8crdu0ntvg/RtOrxMarJII/AAAAAAAAACU/UuXL_uq0dyQ/s400/capetown.jpgWhen visiting South Africa, many tourists choose to travel by road. A few key points to remember are that a driver's license must be in possession at all times, and driving is on the left side of the road. Seatbelts for both driver and passenger are mandatory by law, and using a hand-held cell phone is not permitted. You may use a phone attachment or hands-free kit. Drinking and driving is a very serious offense, and especially to be avoided.
Driving in cities is much like driving in a city anywhere in the world ... understand that congestion may occur, especially in rush hours of 6:30 - 8:30 am and 4 - 6 pm. Watch especially for the minibus taxi drivers, whose reputation for unexpected maneuvers is deserved, but be prepared and do not get involved in confrontations. Driving in the rural areas has its own considerations. Many areas do not have fencing, so expect dogs, cows, chickens, and other animals to be on or near roadways and drive carefully. In certain areas, wildlife can pose a special problem. Watch for signs warning of leaping antelope and be especially careful, particularly nearing dusk.
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Driving in cities is much like driving in a city anywhere in the world ... understand that congestion may occur, especially in rush hours of 6:30 - 8:30 am and 4 - 6 pm. Watch especially for the minibus taxi drivers, whose reputation for unexpected maneuvers is deserved, but be prepared and do not get involved in confrontations. Driving in the rural areas has its own considerations. Many areas do not have fencing, so expect dogs, cows, chickens, and other animals to be on or near roadways and drive carefully. In certain areas, wildlife can pose a special problem. Watch for signs warning of leaping antelope and be especially careful, particularly nearing dusk.
For hotel accommodations in South Africa, be sure to check for last minute deals as well as year round discounts available at Cheaperthanhotels (http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.za/) to book rooms at prices that are usually discounted from those offered directly by the hotels. While viewing Hotels in Johannesburg (http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.za/South-Africa/Johannesburg/), we found an outstanding deal at the Mercure Inn Randburg (http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.za/South-Africa/Johannesburg/Randburg/Mercure-Inn-Randburg-Johannesburg-L38795H.htm). This 3-star hotel is offered at a year round discounted rate from 375 ZAR. A fully equipped gymnasium is available to all guests, and in addition to a convenient location to shopping, entertainment center, and airport, offers beach water sports and other beach leisure. We searched Hotels in Cape Town (http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.za/South-Africa/Cape-Town/) and found great deals on 3-star hotels from 250 ZAR and 4-star from 325 ZAR. When checking for Hotels in Sandton (http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.za/South-Africa/Johannesburg/Sandton/), we were especially pleased with the Indaba Hotel (http://www.cheaperthanhotels.co.za/South-Africa/Johannesburg/Sandton/Indaba-Hotel-Johannesburg-L29268H.htm), a beautiful Highveld-style 4-star from 680 ZAR, with a view of the magnificent Magaliesberg Mountains. Fitness facilities include swimming and tennis, and a full range of business facilities are offered, including an auditorium.