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EZ Shuttle provide an airport shuttle
service in Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, Cape Town, George and Port Elizabeth
which provide you with continuity when traveling within South Africa.
EZ Shuttle’s car rental/hire service operates out of 40 branches nationally and we can provide vehicles to match your specific requirements. EZ Shuttle is an airport shuttle provider with a full online booking facility, providing you with real time confirmations as well as SMS confirmation of your order. Ensuring that your booking experience is seamless and hassle free. Shuttle Rates: 1-3 persons in a sedan at R 365,00 per vehicle from OR Tambo Airport to the hotels in Sandton. Please contact EZ shuttle directly to book your airport shuttles. Contact Person: Guyck van Heerden Ref: Lesi 2010 Conference Tel: +27 86 139 7488 Fax: +27 86 6641402 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Web: www.ezshuttle.co.za Sandton is situated in the Gauteng Province that has one of best climates in the world. The summer days are warm and wind free and temperature during April is approximately 21 C. www.weathersa.co.za South Africa has 11 official languages but English is widely spoken and is spoken in business, government, schools and everyday communications. The currency unit is the South African Rand (R) =100 cents, with the international symbol ZAR. Click here to view the Current Exchange Rates. The South African authorities impose no restrictions on the amount of foreign currency travellers may bring with them, however they set limits on the export of banknotes. Travellers must obtain the necessary permit from the South African Reserve Bank should they have more than R500 in cash in their possession on leaving the country. Foreign currency can be exchanged at commercial banks, bureaus de change and authorised dealers such as Thomas Cook and American Express. Major international credit cards such as American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and VISA and Traveller's Cheques are accepted in most shops, restaurants and hotels. Automatic teller machines (ATMs) situated outside most banks in towns and cities operate 24 hours a day. In South Africa, petrol (gasoline) can only be paid for with a special garage card, debit cards or cash. At present one cannot use credit cards to purchase petrol (This legislation is being reviewed so that credit cards will be accepted in 2010). South Africa has been experiencing power outages, however, most hotels, the Sandton Convention Centre and most major shopping and entertainment centres can provide their own back up electricity. Mains power throughout South Africa is 230 - 220 volts AC 60 - 50Hz but many hotels and other tourist centres also provide 110 volts sockets. In most places the most common types of power sockets are the 15-amp three-pin (round pins), and the 5-amp two-pin (round pins). Cellphones South Africa has a sophisticated cellphone network and cellphones can be hired while in the country. Alternatively, visitors can use their own cellphone/mobile in South Africa if it is able to receive/dial international calls. A valid driver's license, provided the photograph is an integral part of the document, and provided it is printed in English, is accepted. If your license does not comply with these requirements, you should obtain an International Driving Permit before your departure for South Africa. An excellent road network links the largest metropolitan areas with the smallest villages. South Africa drives on the left. The speed limit in urban areas is usually 60 kilometres per hour, on rural roads 100 km/h, and on freeways 120 km/h unless otherwise indicated. Wearing seat belts is compulsory; driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious offence and traffic laws are strictly enforced. GAUTRAIN The Gautrain Rapid Rail Link will be a new rail-bound mass transit system to serve the Johannesburg-Pretoria corridor as well as a link between Sandton and Johannesburg International Airport. The 80 km network line will link Johannesburg, Sandton, Pretoria and Johannesburg International Airport and will have 10 stations. The distance between Pretoria Central and Johannesburg will be covered in less than 35 minutes at speeds of 160 km an hour or more. It will be served by dedicated road-based feeder and distribution systems and park-and-ride facilities. To read more about the Gautrain click here. Airport Shuttles Details on private airport shuttle services will be posted on the web later this year. Sandton is 25 minutes drive (25 miles, or 40km) from OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) that caters for international, regional, domestic and chartered flights. OR Tambo is the air transport hub of Southern Africa catering for over 11 million passengers per year. This hub hosts 45 airlines for all five continents and 9 domestic airlines. Customs Customs officials may inspect baggage at the first airport of disembarkation in South Africa. There is no restriction on the items which are carried for personal use and which are not intended for gifts or sale in South Africa. No duty is payable on such items. Thus cameras, video cameras, binoculars, portable computers, cellular phones and similar devices may be brought with you. To determine whether you require a visa or not, we strongly advise you to contact your local office of the diplomatic or consular representative of the South African government. Applicants in countries where South Africa is not represented may send their applications directly to the Director General: Home Affairs, Private Bag X114, Pretoria, 0001, Republic of South Africa. It is advisable to take out comprehensive travel insurance for the duration of your stay in southern Africa. The host of this event, LES SA; their sponsors; the organisers, Conferences et al; the venue, Sandton Convention Centre and all the service providers cannot be held responsible for any loss or damage to personal property, injury or death for the duration of the event or arrangements made on behalf of the visitor, for activities before or after LESI 2010 Conference. South Africa has no national health scheme. It is advisable to purchase travel insurance that covers medical expenses during the period of your stay. The prevention of crime is a major priority of all levels of Government and a full range of government agencies. It also receives the full support of the business and private sector. Sandton is regarded as one of the safest destinations, not only in South Africa, but also for most capitals of developing countries around the world. Currently set at 14%, VAT is included in the marked/quoted price of most goods and services. Foreign visitors who leave South Africa with goods purchased in the country can claim the VAT refund for amounts in excess of R500 at the airport on their departure by producing the invoices or receipts exhibiting VAT paid for the goods in question. The only inoculation requirement for visitors is a yellow fever vaccination certificate from those who enter South Africa within six days of leaving a yellow fever zone. Most of South Africa, including major centres, carries no risk of malaria. Only take anti-malarial medication if you are travelling to a high-risk area. Malaria is endemic in some parts of Mpumalanga, Northern Province and KwaZulu-Natal, and it is essential to take precautions if you intend visiting these areas. Consult a doctor or pharmacist about the most suitable prophylactic. |
Photographs kindly provided by Sandton Central Management District and South African Tourism.








