Gauteng Travel Forum

what is the distance between Johannesburg town and goldreef city,approximately how many hours drive?

We are travelling to South Africa in mid-August and arrive at OR Tambo Int at about 10 at night. Rather than collect our hire car and drive in the dark, I would prefer to get a taxi to take us to where we are staying near Hartebeespoort Dam.

Can anyone recommend a reliable taxi that will meet us at the airport and drive us there (two adults and three children). What would be a reasonalbe charge?

I am visiting Johannesburg and Pretoria and the Kruger National Park from 25th July - 1oth August this year. What will the weather be like then and what sort of clothing will be appropriate? I have a two and half year old and wonder if there are any tips they may help me?
Thanks in advance.
Cathi.

I have 8 hours before my next flight. Can you recommend a nice, reasonable hotel near Johannesburg International airport?

I was wondering how heavy the traffic is in Petoria? I'm from a small city in Northern Idaho and moving to Pretoria and have visions of cars coming at me from all directions. Is Pretoria a large city with wall to wall people? Is it expensive? Let me know what you think. And any tips you might have to help me get prepared.
Thanks
Pat

Hi again,
I will spend one day in Johannesburg before venturing off on a volunteer project in SA. Where is a nice place to stay that isn't expensive? Also,
what's the best way to spend my one day in Johannesburg?
As always...thanks for any advice.

Is it easy (and safe) for a single (female) traveler to take a bus from Johannesburg to Tzaneen?

I have an 8-hour layover in Johannesburg in late July...between 1530 and 2330, unfortunately. Any suggestions for something to do that would be more entertaining than 8 hours in an airport would be much appreciated!

Hi All

Amitabh is a VT`er from India and is visiting Johannesburg and he would want to know if anyone would be available for a VT meeting. Possible on the 9th of May or the 10th of May.

Years ago I ate at "The Train," a restaurant in the cars of an old Blue Train. I can't find any information on it and I'd like to take my son there when we visit. It was a buffet of all kinds of various dishes to sample. Can anyone tell me if it is still around? I know it's right off the freeway...
Thanks for any info.

Any member who resides in johannesburg, south africa to please tell me how best i can enjoy my 3 weeks holiday over there.

Can anyone give me a taxi rate from the airport to Backpackers Ritz on 1A North Road? The hostel sends a transfer for 170R if after 7:30. Is this a good deal?

Are the tours around places such as Soweto done by locals or foreigner?
so would visitors be sustainable and keeps wages in local economy?

does anyone know when Gold Reef City opened?
please reply asap!

I want to get to Jo'burg from Maputo.

Can anyone tell me the vitals:

How long?
How much?
issues at border control
Best company?
Frequency?

Cheers, Rick

Can anyone tell me a clean, cheap hotel close to the Int. Airport for an overnighter? What should the approx. cost be to get there. What transport should I take and do hotels have pick-up's at the airport?
I have one night in Johannesburg in July before flying out to Uganda. Is there anything I should do or see while there that will only take a couple of hours. Is it safe to be a lone tourist?
Sorry to sound naive but I really don't know what to expect

Hi,
Where in Joburg can I buy Super 14 shirts - does anybody stock shirts for all the teams? I'm after the Crusaders & the Hurricanes. Yeah, I know they're kiwi teams.......

hi everybody,dose anybody know what is the best and least expensive way to go from johannesbug to vic falls
tanx

does anybody know about the aproximate costs for a taxi from the airport to randburg? (just to be prepaired for negotiations)
thanks,

daniela

Towards end of next week, I would have about 6 hours in Johanesburg for connecting my next flight. Wondering if there is anything i can do within these hours? Maybe a shopping spree in any of the mall near the airport? or any recommendation??

What is the best and safest way of travelling from Pretoria to Johannesburg please. All the travel books say do not take the Metro as it is too dangerous so what does that leave us with? Taxi,bus??? We will have a car in Pretoria and we were going to drop it back there but we will be staying near the airport in Johannesburg so would it be just as easy to drive it there and drop it off. Many thanks.

My mother and I will only be in Jo'burg for one afternoon and night. Anyone know of an available driver to shuttle us around to take in a few sights during our limited time? I know I could rent a car...but I'd probably get lost and waste precious time! I also want to feel safe by being with a local who knows the neighborhoods. Thanks!

Please advise the room rates for Holiday Inn Sandton Garden court

Hello everyone,
Im returning to South Africa and I want to send some furniture and personal belongings back to SA as well.
I would like to know what all is need and what the customs regulation are.


Thank you for your info and assistance.
Neil

My wife and I will be visiting the Jo'burg area and staying in Sandton. We are looking for a reliable person with a late model car who would like to make some extra money by ferrying us around over a 3 day period. Our interests include the Maropeng Centre, the Apartheid Museum, the Lesedi Cultural Village and a few spots in the Jo'burg CBD. We would be pleased to provide your admissions and lunches, if you wish, in addition to an agreed upon price for car expenses and driving services.

Has anyone taken a tour of Soweto? Would you recomend it?

Hi guys,
I'll be in Joburg on NYE and am looking for something memorable to do! Can anyone let me know what events are on, what would be a special, unique NYE celebration?

Cheers!

P

We are arriving to Johannesburg at 3pm and fly out the next morning. Want to do something Friday night.

We are staying at the Michelangelo in Sandton. I was thinking of just heading to Montecasino or Gold Reef. How would we get there? Which one is closer, which one is better? How much would a taxi cab be to get there?

Or if we decide to stay in Sandton, what is a good restaurant? read about Carnivore...

Thanks,
Heather

Hi Guys

I'm flying over on Saturday for 2 weeks what kind of weather am I in for.

Thanks

Mazza

coming from brisbane-australia, visiting my brother in jhb and a friend in durban next easter, what would be the best way changing money? Tks. matt.