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Useful travel advice for Durban

Bear in mind this essential travel advice for Durban:

General information

Durban, on the east coast of South Africa, is a coastal city set on sandy shorelines and gifted with a subtropical climate. A great base for holidaymakers and business people, Durban is on the beach; close to business centres, entertainment and sports facilities; 40 minutes from the KwaZulu Natal countryside and a couple of hours from major game reserves and the majestic Drakensberg.

Driving

South Africa has an outstanding roads system which makes travelling the country by car a great way of getting around. Durban itself has an extensive road network providing access to the city as well as its surrounding areas. A GPS or Satnav will shorten and simplify your routes in and around the city. Please be patient with the “roadworks” on many routes as preparations for the 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup are in full swing!

Just as with driving in any metropolis, appropriate precautions should be taken when driving in the city. Follow this important travel advice for Durban to stay safe:

• Don’t hang around in parking lots: either lock up and leave or get in and go! Always be aware when returning to or   leaving your car.
• Keep car doors locked and windows up at all times.
• Do not stop to help “broken down” motorists or pick up hitchhikers. Criminals use this scheme to attack and rob   good-willed motorists.
• Be aware in the city centre at night and don’t drive in townships. Use brightly lit, main roads as much as possible   when travelling.
• Be watchful at red robots (traffic lights) at night. If there are people hanging around or somebody walks towards   your car, carefully drive through the red light. Risk a fine rather than a nasty experience.
• Don’t give money to street children. In general, children are either used to beg as a business venture for adults, or   the kids use the use the money for sniffing glue. Rather give them food, or give money to the charities that provide   for them.

Safety and security

Walk in groups, not alone, and don’t spend time in dark and quiet areas.

Look after your assets: Keep cell phones, cameras, and jewellery safe by storing them out of sight whether on your person, in your car or at your place of accommodation (especially if you’re on the ground floor as things are often grabbed through windows).

Tipping and gratuities

A handy bit of travel advice for Durban is know-how on local tipping.

At restaurants: some restaurants will automatically include a gratuity on your bill. If not, 10% or more (comparative to the service you received) is customary.

Car guards: car guards work in parking lots and on street parking all over the country. Try to park in decent areas where parking and cars are monitored by trained guards who work for a car guarding company. Reputable guards should be adult in age and wear an official company uniform. Upon returning to your vehicle it is courteous to offer the guard a tip for minding your car. The Durban average is about R2.

Electricity

You may need an adapter as electricity is 230 volts and plugs are round three or two pin plugs.

Languages

11 official languages are spoken in South Africa, but business, services and tourism usually function in English.

Remember this travel advice for Durban for a hassle-free holiday.

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