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Durban
Information for Participants
Weather
Highs 75°-80° F; 25°-28° C
Lows 65°-70° F; 17°-20° C
Be
prepared for both sunshine and rain, it is the “rainy season”
from November – April.
Lodging
Riverside
Hotel
THE RIVERSIDE HOTEL
10 Northway
Durban North
Kwazulu Natal
Telephone: +27 (0) 31-5630600
Food
Durban
abounds with restaurants, which are famous for both their international
and local cuisines. The specialty of course is the seafood, which
is available in almost all places on the city. Also to be tried
is the famous Durban Curry. The local cuisine of Durban is unique
in itself, with predominantly Indian and Portuguese influences.
http://www.eat-out.co.za
Travel
Buses, taxis, and cars are the most common means
to travel within the city. Regular bus service is operated by Durban
Transport Management Board on regular routes and is the cheapest
way of exploring the city. Taxis can be hired from most of the places
in the city.
Visitors Information Bureau
160 Pine St, Durban, 4001
Tel: (031) 304-4934
KwaZulu-Natal
Tourism Authority
303 Tourist Junction, 160 Pine Street, Durban 4001, South Africa
Tel: +27 (31) 304 7144
Durban Africa Station Building
160 Pine St, Durban, 4001
Tel: (031) 304-4934
Some
tourism links
http://www.kzn.org.za/kzn/
http://durban.kzn.org.za/durban/
http://www.travelershub.com/destination_guide/africa/durban.html
http://www.lawsoc.co.za/links/quick_guide_sa/kzn.htm
http://goafrica.about.com/library/gallery/blgallery-durban.htm
Travel
Advisory
Take the same precautions you would take in any
urban city: avoid isolated areas and don’t walk alone, particularly
at night and during weekends in the major city areas. Be sure to
lock all personal items and when walking about be sure all items
of importance (wallets, cell phones, purses) are secure. Mobile
phones and video cameras should be stored out of sight when not
in use as these are attractive items for thieves. Travelers should
also avoid displaying jewellery and money. Protect your important
documents (passport, credit cards, driving licenses, etc.) at all
times.
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