Wondered how long the stupid would take.

This made us laugh - someone clearly doesn't know the difference between Afrikaans and Africans!

Afrikaans is a LANGUAGE! How do you bring race into it?

​There are 11 official languages in SA - so which accent are you referring to? Numpty who'll miss out on travel for such a silly thing - they most probably think the same about your accent :stuck_out_tongue:

I'm typing this in my apartment in Sandton. I've been here since January 4th and have to say it's all been very pleasant so far. Other than when a cheetah snapped at me last weekend but I digress. Food is excellent, people are very friendly. Most people recommend not going out on the street after dark. I've not had any trouble at traffic lights but you do get a lot of beggars and hawkers but they are not intimidating. The one thing to watch out for are the white mini bus (taxi) drivers as they are somewhat erratic drivers and I'm told, usually armed. The advice is to avoid confrontation with them.

Are there any safari parks in Joberg?

Know people that lived there (now back in uk because of how bad it is) and some that still live there (who also say it's bad too). They have massive gates and fences and security (in what in England would be a normal street). At many road junctions people lie in wait for cars to stop and either try and pull the driver out or shoot them and take the car.

You may laugh but they really don't give a damn who you are, if they want it they take it. Your choice really, some risks just aren't worth taking for a few minutes of fun at a safari.

If you enjoy living life on the edge go for it. If you value your life and that of your children go Disneyland instead.

Was their in October. Arrived in Johannesburg took the train from there to Durban and had a wonderful time. Cheap too. Kids have lots of things to do. Very impressed and would like to go back. Always have to watch your back though. Just be smart, attentive and do not go out wandering at night unless your in a popular shopping centre or cosmopolitan area.

Cheerio. Bye bye

I think you need to listen to Die Antwoord on repeat until you get over yourself :wink:

Just booked direct with BA for £267 each, 17 days at the end of November! Great deal!!!
Also an amazing country, lived there for 4 years with no issues

Just don't stop at any lights you'll get car jacked or shot in the head. Robberies are rife and if you resist they will kill or injure you. If you want assisted dying this deal is hot....!

Are you in awe of the accent?

​That's on the East Rand, they may need a separate visa to go there.

Is Johannesburg safe?

I'd be really interested in going to watch South Africa vs India this winter but I've heard some right horror stories

This made us laugh - someone clearly doesn't know the difference between Afrikaans and Africans!

​I'm married to a bokkie and the other alternative accent is what you would have heard on BBC news right up until the 80's. it's aweful, I can't mangle my own language in peace!

Never fails to amuse me (usually in London) when I'm asked by a SA barman if I want "ice in my drink" and the accent makes it sound like slang for a backside.

But I digress, I love the accent and the place looks stunning. Can't fault the people either from my experience. Heat

"Get me Riggs!" , "Diplomatic Immunity"

Sounds like you dont even know what you are referring to.I certainly dont especially now you are bringing race into it.
Every village must have one I guess.

Beautiful country, beautiful accents, lived there for 13 years and lived to tell the tale! Never got mugged once, yes it is dangerous if you are not careful. But like many other countries you have to have your wits about you.

Voted HOT for price, but the South African accent goes right through me. I can't stand it.

Good price. Wonder if the comments could reflect that rather than bad humor or tasteless remarks?

Tempting. How much are ebola shots ?

Could not agree more. It's amazing how perfect their English is in countries such as South Africa and India compared to us. I think part of it is we talk in slang more

I'd prefer to fly BA than Thomas Cook any day. At least BA offer free in flight entertainment. With Thomas Cook you have to pay for the headphones and then another charge for the very limited films that are fairly old and Netflix style (not the usual in-flight just out at the cinema films!).

You'd be doing well if you got a flight to Cape Town for £600 with Thomas Cook, so this is a really great price as you can cheaply pick up London to dublin and joburg to Cape Town flights, but it would be a bit of a trek!!

fly to south Africa, get mugged, fly home.

great price, but Jo'burg... murder capital of the world?! when I was there locals advised me never to go out at night, when things tend to take an ugly turn....

ALTERNATE FACTS.

Now now :smirk:

Afrikaans is a LANGUAGE! How do you bring race into it?

That is NOT what I am referring to. Don't turn this into something about race. My comments were about accent. (the one that gives the heeby jeebies)

Beautiful country! Well worth a visit.

I forgot, they took your passport. your not getting home so quick.

Also Vodafone as well they have moved some of their complaint department there but the lady was extremely helpful and professional

Agreed. Try phoning very.co.uk or Littlewoods.com
You will NEVER visit this country.

exactly

No, it's when you get there