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Travelling to South Africa is easy and hassle-free.

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All foreign nationals must be in possession of a valid passport - and in some instances a visa is required. Travellers from Europe, most Commonwealth countries, the USA, Scandinavia and Japan do not need to apply for a visa for vacation purposes.

We compiled the following tips for tourists and migrants who come to the country

Provinces and Capitals in SA

There are 9 provinces in South Africa, namely: Eastern Cape, Free State, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal; Gauteng, North West, Northern Cape, Limpopo and Mpumalanga

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Here are 10 Tips For Traveling With Your Dog

Taking your dog along can make the family vacation more fun for everyone, if you plan carefully. Here are some trip tips to make traveling with your dog enjoyable.

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5 Handy Hints for flying with kids this Christmas

Flying with little ones can be harrowing—but it doesn’t have to be!

Visiting friends and family during the festive period is as commonplace Santa and Rudolph the Reindeer. However, a stress-free flight and an enjoyable holiday can be ticked off your wish list this year with these 5 handy tips for flying with kids.

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Snapshot of 2019 emerging travel trends

The new traveller is seeking experiences over ‘things’. Tourism service providers should be looking at ways to enhance the full traveller experience as travellers will no longer accept what is just ‘handed’ to them.

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Cellular Telephony

South Africa has an exceptionally well-developed communications infrastructure. A number of cell-phone providers and established landline phone networks.

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Water

Water: All the water in the Cape Whale Coast is safe to drink. Various water bottling plants in the area also supply bottled water.

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Electricity

Electricity: 220/230 volts AC

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Medical Services

Tourists are advised to obtain medical insurance before leaving before leaving their country of origin as visitors are responsible for their own medical costs.

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Seasons and Climates

A mild Mediterranean climate makes The Cape Whale Coast an area for all seasons. Average temperatures: summer - 26 ˚C; winter - 14 ˚C

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SA Time Zone

Throughout the year, 2 hours in advance of Greenwich Mean Time, one hour in advance of Central European Winter Time and 7 hours of Eastern Standard Winter Time, U.S.A.

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