Banking / credit cards / foreign exchange
In all major centres in South Africa, there are banking institutions that are affiliated with international banks. Major credit cards are generally accepted throughout South Africa.

American Express Tel: +27 11 359 0200,
Diners Club Tel: +27 11 358 8400,
Master Card and Visa Card Tel: +27 11 498 4699.

The following banks offer foreign exchange services: ABSA, First National, Nedbank and Standard. Bank and automatic teller machines (ATMs) are found in every city and in most towns. Several international banks have branches in the main cities. Most commercial banks are open from 09:00 to 15:30 on weekdays and 08:30 to 11:00 on Saturdays.

Car rentals

Avis Rent a Car—Central Reservations
Tel. (Intl): +27 11 923 3500, Fax (Intl): +27 11 923 3683, Toll-free: 08 000 21111
Budget Rent a Car—Central Reservations
Tel. (Intl): +27 11 392 3929, Fax (Intl): +27 11 392 3900, Toll-free: 08 600 16622
Europcar Interrent—Central Reservations
Tel. (Intl): +27 11 396 9000, Fax (Intl): +27 11 396 1406, Toll-free 08 000 11344
Imperial Car Rental—Central Reservations
Tel. (Intl): +27 11 453 0005, Fax (Intl): +27 11 453 6278, Toll-free 08 610 13100

As a rule, hired cars may not be driven across the border to other African countries.

Climatic conditions
October is springtime in South Africa, with warm days and slightly cooler evenings. Delegates should pack a light jacket or pullover.

Currency

One rand (R) = 100 cents (c)
Notes: R200; R100; R50; R20; R10
Coins: R5; R2; R1; 50c; 20c; 10c; 5c

You are permitted to take R500 in SA rand notes out of the country; a levy is charged on the additional amounts.

Electricity supply
The electricity supplied in South Africa is 220 to 240V (50Hz)—3 x round pin 15 amp plug. Hotels usually provide dual voltage 2-pin razor sockets (100-120V and 220-240V

Flight information
International flight times are available from the Airports Company of South Africa under Flight Info.
Tel: +27 (011) 921 6262 or Fax: +27 (011) 921 6385. Website: http://www.airports.co.za

 Information desk
An information desk will be staffed daily in the exhibition area from 07:30 to 17:30.

Language
The language of the conference will be English.

Messages, telephones, facsimile
The information desk in the conference office will take incoming messages for delegates. A facsimile transmission facility will be available. Delegates will be requested to pay for alloutgoing calls.

Other accommodation
A National Accommodation Guide, available from SATour head office and most tourism associations, has been compiled in accordance with SATour’s National Grading and Classification Scheme. The guide contains details of accredited guest and country houses,bed and breakfast accommodation, star-graded hotels, serviced self-catering accommodation and private game lodges. In addition to the star grading allocation (one to five stars),exceptional services, hospitality and other intangible benefits are awarded a bronze orsilver classification. Tariffs range from as little as R120.00 to as much as
R2 000.00 per person per day. See also: http://www.wheretostay.co.za; http://www.savenues.com

Speed limits
Freeways—120 km/h, urban roads—60 km/h. Drivers and all passengers must wear
seatbelts. Drivers must carry their drivers’ licences at all times.