Destination: South Africa
Research each of the topics provided below.
1.Getting There and Getting Around
a.Information on the airline we are traveling on. (Description, basic history, affiliations/partners, where they fly, safety record.
b.Transportation available in the country we are visiting. (Trains, Subways, Water Transportation. Are there any unique transportation methods?)
c.Telephone Recommendations for travelers for mobile phones.
d.Time Zone What is the time zone at the destination, and what is the time difference from home?
2.Health and Safety
a.Cautions to the traveler about the country.
b.Crime rate and most common crimes affecting tourists.
c.Health and sanitation conditions, including drinking water.
d.Legal Drinking Age
e.Other laws and ramifications to the traveler
3. Government and Economy
a.Form of government and current top political leaders (names and titles).
b.Type of currency, exchange rate with USD.
c.Is this considered an expensive country to visit, or does a tourists money go a long way? Give a few examples of prices of goods and services.
d.Local population sentiment toward the US. What do they think of Americans?
4.Culture
a.History (Highlights)
b.Major cities in ______________________
c.Climate. What will the weather be like when we visit?
d.Points of interest (historical and cultural)
e.Local food. Describe the kinds of foods that are common locally. What do locals eat for their daily meals? Are there some foods that seem strange or unusual?
5.Recreation
a.Popular recreational facilities/activities. (Amusement Parks, National Parks, other)
b.What are the popular sports?
c.What are the major national holidays and how are they observed?
6.Etiquette
a.Etiquette, including table manners, body language, eye contact, polite distance between two persons, greeting style (handshake, bow, other). Is the greeting style different depending on age/status/gender?
b.Perceptions of time. Are the residents relaxed or rigid about time? Is it acceptable (or expected) to be late for a business meeting or a social event?
c.Tipping Policy
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