5 Tourist Attractions in Johannesburg, South Africa You Should Not Miss

Take a holiday in a premiere hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa and explore interesting cultural centers, natural attractions, and shopping malls that can surely make your visit one to remember. To help you enjoy your stay, here are some of the places that you should not miss.

1. Apartheid Museum
This museum is a must-see for all tourists because it illustrates the rise and fall of South Africa's Apartheid (system of racial segregation). Film, text, audio and live accounts are used to provide visitors insight on the era of oppression, the system's implementation, and the struggles to reach democracy.
Operating hours: 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Sunday

2. CIRCA on Jellicoe
An outstanding architectural landmark in Joburg, CIRCA building exhibits unusual sculptures, architecture, and contemporary work from different regions of South Africa. The building's spiral facade already inspires amazement to visitors, and it's location on top of a hill offers an overlooking view of the northern suburbs.
Operating hours: 9 am to 6 pm (Tuesday to Friday), 9 am to 1pm (Saturday)

3. Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary
A privately owned habitat, the Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary belongs to a bigger group of wildlife sanctuaries around South Africa. This one in particular houses primates that are kept in a safe and natural surrounding. Here, you can learn about the latest approach on wildlife management, interact with the animals, or take a walk along lovely paths through the forest and up the mountainside.
Operating hours: 9 am to 4 pm (Daily)

4. Panorama Flea Market
With almost 400 stalls, Panorama is the busiest flea market in the south of Johannesburg. Shop for clothing and jewelry or satisfy your taste with delicious offerings from food stalls around the market. If you want more enjoyment, there’s live entertainment and a designated beer area. Kids can also have fun at the Kids Zone that features a jungle gym.
Operating hours: 9 am to 6pm (Saturday and Sunday)

5. Johannesburg Art Gallery
Located in the central business district, Johannesburg Art Gallery houses a collection of paintings that date back from the 15th century. It showcases classic Dutch and British works as well as contemporary local masterpieces. In addition to conventional art, traditional African pieces, such as bead necklaces and clay and ceramic items, are also on display.
Operating hours: 10 am to 5 pm (Tuesday to Sunday)

To get to these tourist attractions easily, choose to come and stay at Ascot Boutique Hotel in Johannesburg. This is situated near the Gautrain, Joburg's transport system that links to the airport, other key destinations, and neighboring cities.

Ascot Boutique Hotel Johannesburg Website Now Allows Direct Reservations

Johannesburg, South Africa – Ascot Boutique Hotel makes it easier for travelers to secure accommodations via an online reservation system on its website. This direct-booking engine features an easy-to-use interface that lets them select dates, choose rooms, and settle payments without hassles.

Here are some of the benefits of booking online:

- The website and the booking engine are both mobile-adaptive. This allows guests to make arrangements using their laptops, tablets, and smartphones.
- It is equipped with a bookmarking option, currency converter, and print button for easier navigation and referencing.
- Exclusive promos can be obtained through the website.
- All transactions made using the reservation system are safeguarded by Trustwave and VeriSign, 2 of the most trusted information security providers on the Internet.

This newly installed feature eliminates the need for interested parties to pay extra for the travel agencies or waste time phoning customer service. All they have to do is visit http://www.ascothotel.co.za/ and follow a simple step-by-step procedure. Instant confirmation is also guaranteed for those who will book using this booking engine, which is powered by DirectWithHotels. Outstanding payments must be settled at this Johannesburg hotel.

Ascot Boutique Hotel presents a 4-star accommodation experience through meticulously designed guestrooms that spell leisure and style. The 15 Deluxe and Superior Suites offer peace in the middle of a highly urbanized metropolis. Each is furnished with elegant fixtures and modern amenities that include a flat-screen TV, climate controlled air-conditioning, marble-clad bathroom, and a tea station.

This boutique hotel in Johannesburg also offers a list of conveniences for both pleasure and business such as an award-winning spa, bistro, conference center, and Wi-Fi Internet access. Also available are services like personal concierge, room service, airport shuttle, gym, and underground parking.

The hotel is located in the Norwood District which is surrounded by various dining venues, establishments, golf clubs, and even a zoo. It is about 15 minutes from OR Tambo International Airport and close to a number of commercial hubs and the Jo'burg's Central Business District. Visitors can also organize trips to places like the Cradle of Humankind, Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens, Rhino and Lion Park, Rietvlei Nature Reserve, and Tswaing Crater via Ascot Boutique Hotel's tours assistance office.


Ascot Boutique Hotel
59 Grant Avenue, Norwood
Johannesburg, Gauteng
2192 South Africa

Phone Number: +27-11-4833371

Website: http://www.ascothotel.co.za

9 Exciting 2014 Community Activities in Kempton Park, Johannesburg - Part 2

There are a lot of things in store for guests of The Aviator Hotel in Johannesburg this 2014. Kempton Park, situated in the same city as the Aviator Hotel, is hosting a number of interesting expos, informative conferences, and lively community activities. Here is the rest of the list for the latter part of the year:

6. Aquarium Expo
August (date TBA)
Whether you're looking for ways cut on your budget for your new aquarium or if you want tips on starting your own business, you're sure to find the right people and resources at this year's Aquarium Expo. The expo features new livestock, demonstrations and lectures by local and international speakers, and fantastic display tanks. The event is for adults and children who enjoy looking at different kinds of fishes and are interested in crafting the artificial environment that keeps these sea creatures alive.

7. SA International Scrapbook Convention
August (date TBA)
The International Scrapbook Convention is aiming for new heights on its 9th year. Scrapbook enthusiasts can look forward to 3 days of classes, snacks, and exchanging of ideas with people who share their passion for scrapbooking. There are only limited seats for classes so book your slot as early as possible.

8. Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Liberation Walk
October (date TBA)
Every year, South Africans gather for the Oliver and Adelaide Tambo Liberation Walk to celebrate freedom, racial integration, and unity. The 2014 Walk will feature a 21 km run, 10 km walk, and 5 km walk. Finishers will receive medals and goodie bags, while winners will get complimentary foot massages. Oliver and Adelaide Tambo, whose foundation organizes the annual event, were heroes of the liberation struggle against apartheid in South Africa. The run and walks will benefit the Ludeke Primary School in the Eastern Cape by supporting the upkeep of the school's facilities and, in turn, the continued education of its 684 students.

9. SA Open Championships
November (date TBA)
First held in 1893, SA Open Championships is the oldest open championship in the world. This year, it will be hosted at Serengeti Golf and Wildlife Estate in Gauteng. The event is a feature in any golfing calendar and is a prominent fixture on both the European Tour and Sunshine Tour. Like most of the event venues in this list, the golf course where the open will be held is just a 15-minute drive from The Aviator Hotel OR Tambo's accommodation in Johannesburg.

Book Via 12 Decades Art Hotel's Online System and Savour a Unique Experience

Johannesburg, SOUTH AFRICA – 12 Decades Art Hotel in Johannesburg welcomes its visitors with an enclave surrounded by impressive artistry. Leisure travellers, especially art enthusiasts, will find this high-class property not just a temporary abode for their holiday, but also a haven of creativity. Fortunately, interested guests won't have a hard time reserving a room in this South Africa accommodation because it now offers a very efficient online booking process through their website.

Powered by DirectWithHotels, this user-friendly reservation system allows visitors to get a room by logging on to http://www.12decadeshotel.co.za. They need to click the “Reservations” tab, which will lead them to a calendar where they can indicate their travel dates. To choose their preferred accommodation, bookers must tick “View rooms and prices” to see the available Standard or Luxury Suites in this Johannesburg hotel.

With the vision to chronicle the history of the city from 1886 to 2006, 12 Decades Art Hotel lets you choose from an array of very unique guestrooms that are conceptualised and designed by the country's renowned artists and designers. Among these suites are:

Vision-Main Street Life – re-imagines the meteorite impact in Johannesburg that formed the gold reef where the city was built 2 billion years ago (designed by Marcus Neustetter and Jonathan Liebmann)
This is the House that Jack built – depicts Johannesburg's gold rush era (designed by Kim Stern)
Who is Herbert Dlomo? – presents theatrical aesthetics, inspired by the Bantu theatre movement (designed by Lauren Wallett)
Main Street Constellations – explores the interconnection of humans that passed the Main Street since the foundation of the city (designed by Kim Lieberman)
Catwalk Customs – depicts the vogue era with its fashion-focused interiors (designed by Danica Lepen and Jacques van der Watt)

After picking their desired room type, guests must then select the number of suites they will book. Rate plans in another unit of currency can be shown by choosing the currency from a drop-down menu above the list of rooms.

To confirm the booking, guests need to click the “Reserve Now” button and provide their personal information, as well as their credit card details. They will be pleased to know that they just need to pay a 10% deposit to secure the reservation. A confirmation email will immediately be sent to them after the deposit has been received. They will only need to settle the remaining balance upon arrival at the hotel in Johannesburg.

To ensure that visitors' information will be handled accordingly, all transactions made using the website and reservation system are secured by Trustwave and VeriSign.

Nestled amid the central business district of Johannesburg, 12 Decades Art Hotel is an ideal enclave for holidaymakers who wish to experience a one-of-a-kind South Africa accommodation. Apart from its highly artistic lodgings, the hotel also offers excellent facilities and services, like a boxing gym, well-equipped conference venues, and travel assistance. Located at the pulsating Maboneng Precinct, this hotel brings you close to a slew of restaurants, bars, and interesting city attractions.

To learn more about 12 Decades Art Hotel in Johannesburg and its newest promotions, log on to http://www.12decadeshotel.co.za.

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12 Decades Art Hotel
286 Fox Street, City and Suburban
Johannesburg 2094, South Africa

Phone Numbers: (011) 026 -5601, 010 007 0102
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