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sueylou
  12/4/2007 12:27 EST

We are a family with 3 small kids- aged 9, 6, and 3. What areas are good to look at to live for 3-6 months in July next year outside of the city? Any areas to avoid?

Faye
  1/4/2008 00:38 EST

Hi and firstly, dont be afraid to come to our beautiful country. Are you moving to Johannesburg? If you are, I have children that are just about the same age and we stay outside of the city. There is a wonderful suburb called Dainfern in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg. It is a very secure estate, which has state of the art security, a school, golf course and all kinds of other amenities. It also depends on whether you are coming for a holiday, or whether you will be working. If you are working in the Sandton area, its quite a drive and then maybe you should consider an apartment. There are beautiful apartments at the Emperor in Sandton. They have a biometric security system, gym facilites, spa and wellness centre, and are very spacious. Triplex penthouse apartments. Anyway, if you need any help please contact me at [email protected] and I will gladly help you and your family enjoy our country.

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expat4
  1/17/2008 22:19 EST

Assuming you are moving to Johannesburg, I would recommend living in any of the many 'cluster' developments....... These developments are usually well guarded and a bit more secure than living on a stand alone 'plot'. I do not know of any 'safe' places outside of Johannesburg (or even in Johannesburg). I don't think that exists in South Africa. You will learn to be extremely careful and being hyper vigilant becomes normal. We moved to Joburg with a 10 and 12 year old and had a wonderful experience.......
If you are fortunate to be moving with a corporation, please utilize all the resources that they offer. Especially a relocation person is extremely helpful.
Good luck and enjoy your stay.

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