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Inside Background
Culture 
Durban is a fun and vibrant city to visit with a population of approximately 4...
Last edited: 10 July 2006
History 
Oringinally, the Lala tribe and Luthuli clan lived in the area that is now...
Last edited: 21 January 2007
Neighborhoods 
Downtown Durban has a host of places for tourists to visit. There is the old...
Last edited: 14 July 2006
Recommended Reading 
Travel Pictorial - Country or Natural Wonder Always browse any or all Travel...
Last edited: 20 January 2007
Tourist Board Info 
Tourism Durban Tourist Junction, 160 Pine Street  Phone: 031 3044934 Fax:  031...
Last edited: 08 December 2006
Weather & When to Go 
The weather in Durban is pretty good all year round. Highs of about 35 C  in...
Last edited: 05 November 2008
Budget Travel 
One of the biggest challenges in using car rental companies is the massive...
Last edited: 11 November 2009
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
The easiest route for international travellers to Durban is via Durban...
Last edited: 17 November 2007
Getting Around 
Since Durban is rather spread out, especially with its breathtaking Nature...
Last edited: 02 December 2006
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Car Rental : There are several car rental companies in Durban, who also have a...
Last edited: 11 November 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Popular day trips include visiting one of the spellbinging nature parks and...
Last edited: 01 December 2006
Events & Festivals 
One annual festival that shows the spirit of Durban is the Awesome Africa Music...
Last edited: 02 October 2006
Museums & Attractions 
Durban has a lot of different types of museums to reflect the various eras in...
Last edited: 26 April 2008
Nightlife 
Durban has an active mix of nightlife, since it draws in countless tourists who...
Last edited: 15 August 2006
Sports & Activities 
Durban is a pretty sport oriented place. It is known for its supreme...
Last edited: 14 July 2006
Gateway theatre of shopping 
Gateway is regarded as the largest shopping centre in the Southern hemisphere...
Last edited: 29 February 2008
Ushaka 
Ushaka marine park is a new attraction which forms part of the redevelopment of...
Last edited: 22 March 2008
Mitchell Park 
Lush, green and leafy, Mitchell Park is a tranquil haven in the upmarket Durban...
Last edited: 22 June 2006
Umhlanga Rocks 
Umhlanga Rocks, 15km from Durban, is an upmarket coastal village with all...
Last edited: 25 March 2008
uShaka Marine World 
This uShaka Marine World is suitable for both kids and adults. It has a Wet and...
Last edited: 08 November 2008
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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: 06 August 2008
Crossing the Border 
Passport Make sure that your passport is valid for at least 6 more months at...
Last edited: 18 September 2008
Emergencies 
If you have an emergency while traveling in South Africa, it is useful to know...
Last edited: 12 May 2009
Important Phrases 
South Africa has 11 official languages: English, Afrikaans (similar to Dutch...
Last edited: 01 August 2009
Telephones 
00 is the International Direct Dialing Code to call overseas from within South...
Last edited: 19 January 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Restaurants and Bars In a restaurant or bar it is polite to tip 10-15%. Be...
Last edited: 21 June 2008
Birdlife in South Africa 
South Africa is one of the best birding destinations in the world, with about...
Last edited: 16 June 2006
Budget Safaris 
The boom in tourism to Southern Africa has led to increasing numbers of...
Last edited: 15 March 2007
Driving in South Africa 
Some tips and points for driving in S.A. For the most part, it’s safe and...
Last edited: 13 May 2009
Kruger vs Private Game Reserves 
Many overseas tourists are unaware of the differences between the...
Last edited: 19 August 2008
Paying with Credit or Debit Cards 
The area around Cape Town and the Western Cape use chip and pin services on...
Last edited: 19 January 2006
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS IN SOUTH AFRICA 
  1January         ... New Years Day 21 March            ... Human right's day...
Last edited: 17 June 2006
South Africa at a glance 
LAND AREA:  1 223 201 km2 LENGTH OF COAST LINE: 2954km PROVINCES: Gauteng...
Last edited: 17 June 2006
The 9 Provinces 
South Africa consists of 9 provinces: Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Northern...
Last edited: 12 December 2006
Tipping on Safari 
Many Trip Advisor members ask about tipping on safari. Here are some guidelines...
Last edited: 19 August 2008
Visit South Africa for the Lions Tour 
Travelling to South Africa is going to be one of the hottest tips over the next...
Last edited: 19 February 2009
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