24 hours in JOHANNESBURG, South Africa 🇿🇦

[@travelforphoebe]

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[@oliverdownunder9397]

I lived in South Africa for six years....I am Australian. I was also in South Africa in November 2017. As long as you use common sense in terms of personal security you will be fine. It’s an AMAZING country. It is Africa but highly developed. The first success heart transplant was done in a South Africa in Capetown. You could use any banks ATM’s to draw money from your account in South Africa years before that technology was available in Australia. South Africa is going through change that will take generations before she fully stabilises. I love that country! Now jump in a plane and go!

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching - hope you've had a great start to the new year. We share a new video each Friday! Have a great day, Phoebe x

[@oliverdownunder9397]

Guy Tero Maybe I was just luc

[@lizaduplooy4930]

You have not been there lately, let me update you, it is going to become a communist country and the economy is failing and we are turning into the rest of Africa, our people are being killed by and tortured. Kids are killed. Our animals will only be viewed in books very soon, so i do not know in which fairy tale you lived in.

[@kingsleykodjo9602]

SOUTHA FRICA IS NOT THE MOST HIGHLY DEVELOPED COUNTRY. THE LIFE EXPENTANCY ALONE IS 62 WHICH IS A JOKE

[@kingsleykodjo9602]

PLEASE SHUT THE REST OF AFRICA PROGRESSING VERY FINE

[@teddyculcea8958]

You guys felt loved and welcomed because you were on an organized tour, go to Soweto by yourselves and see if you still feel loved and welcomed.

[@musajohannessithole8970]

There we go, a white South African racist who wants to find everything wrong about the country they live in because they lost control of the rule thereof. South Africa is beautiful and it will remain even more beautiful under the EFF government.

[@musajohannessithole8970]

Typically whites South African who hate the country because the country is no longer under their control. The offsprings of the architectures of apartheid and colonialism are always bitter. Black people today are happy because they enjoy themselves without being terrorised by the security police and soldiers of the apartheid regime.

[@musajohannessithole8970]

@Billy Mack You have a personal problem, stay that way. Let's enjoy South Africa with all those who visit us while you are whining. Cry babies. South Africa will be even much better under the EFF government or when the EFF gain more political power, which will be the case after 2019 elections. The expropriation of land without compensation will be a huge leap forward. Why should one go to a strange place alone. Be it a modern suburb or not. Be it America, Australia anywhere in the world. If any person, whether white or black where to relocate to Soweto today that person would definitely enjoy the lifestyle there once s/he get used to the people there. White South Africans have failed to coexist with their fellow black South Africans. Thry even fail to pretend.

[@Bhebe40]

STOP scare mongering, Soweto is a friendly amazing place with amazing people and yes I've been there alone and was fine, we don't want a South African wannabe talking shit about a beautiful country. Sit down and stfu

[@hootjonathan1679]

you must live in south africa before you judge the white south africans.

[@christiaanfourie3306]

Go and tour the city at night, always a heart warming feeling when you stop at a robot and someone knocks on your door wanting to use your phone for a while

[@jovenchik2521]

christiaan fourie 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@MikeandMads]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bijosn]

Lol, yeah, gotten love these naive tourists who go on guided tours and think they know jozi

[@mkdempisi]

🤣🤣🤣

[@moosesnWoop]

WEOUTCHEA

[@CasperLabuschagne]

Yes, Johannesburg is safe, provided that you stick to the tourist areas and not verge outside of the protection of a tour guide or driver. But don't do what the ordinary citizens do by taking a train, bus or minibus to work plus walking a few kilometers from home to the station in the dark. Take a 6:30 train from Park Station to Dunswart in Boksburg and tell me about that experience. Or try walking the Small Street Mall between Commissioner and Moosa streets at midday on any week day.

[@ancarwillis9060]

It all depends on where you are going. I didn't find anything wrong with the Train there, granted I used common sense to stay out of the dangerous areas. Sandton is lovely and has one of the largest malls I've ever seen.

[@BenBezuidenhout]

Travelling where she did in Soweto was also a stupid move. 4:35 They will easily hijack you or just murder you for your money.

[@deanoswell3302]

Ben Bezuidenhout ..anthr reason tourists are robbed is because they're very unlikely to press charges as they soon are going to have to 'fly out' so cant be around - when | if the thief is caught and is meant to stand trial

[@CrmznTwilight]

this is the most unnecessary comment I have seen. Honestly... If you dont like ti here, go somewhere else and while you are at it take your negativity with you. If we are to grow as a country and become a safer place for ourselves and children then this kind of negativity needs to go. I have been living in Johannesburg my whole life, I grew up in Windsor (yes, the place with all the drugs and crime) and guess what? I came out just fine, why because I dont go looking for a reason to hate this place every where I go.

[@LindaMeades]

I was thinking the same they are selling shit as smarties.Why didnt she use Park station that would have shown her a different side of jhb

[@cecilenowers4022]

The guide speaks about education in SA. Sadly education is not a priority for our ANC government.

[@jimbobjones1858]

Actually South Africa spends more on education as a percentage of GDP than the US, Australia or the UK. However.... it involves so much more than just money. My view is that the teachers and their unions are mostly to blame.

[@RaulLopez-kb5fc]

Same for the democrat party in America ☹️

[@thandomntungwa6697]

Funny but I study for free in Primary and High school then rocked up at Wits where I benefitted from free education, along the way its important you know I lived in an RDP lost my parents very young and Got a grant but your opinion on this so called terrible government is cool

[@reyneke123]

@@jimbobjones1858 dud the money spent on SA education is all just bull shit. Corruption from the ANC you know... thy still can't build proper Schools for the children in the townships and the teachers around serten parts are so under paid so can't really say we spend more on education then the US UK and 1st world countrys. We are so far behind even ZIM has better education.

[@jimbobjones1858]

@@reyneke123 Yip, I agree with you - our education system ranks among the lowest in the world but the scary part is as I've stated, that is despite us spending more on education as a percentage of GDP than the US, Australia or the UK. Where TF does the money go?

[@submariner179]

South Africans will say no, ask one and see... the driver is spot on, never safe at night, never safe alone or in quiet areas. Anything can happen, and if it does, you're on your own.

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching - have a great day. Phoebe x

[@NatalieLouise1234]

I want to visit a loved one who lives in Boksburg Johannesburg, and I probably have no other choice than to visit alone... but most of the time I'll be with her, in her areas, and she walks around a bit quite safe. I'd only be getting transport alone. I've done tons of research. Is it safe to just travel alone? How should I carry around money and my phone? A small black bag or money bag around my waist? Because I need to carry my phone and some money, my cards and things. Is there any advice you could offer? Thanks :)

[@bijosn]

Exactly, I am a guy and I am quite capable of defending myself but even I would not walk around at night

[@diegodarocha03]

@@NatalieLouise1234 I'm from Boksburg. Pretty normal town. Obviously just stay cautious. From lack of experience, I can't say too much about public transport and taxis but rather stick to Uber. Try avoid walking, especially at night and keep your phone and wallet in your pocket. Don't answer your phone while walking and if someone asks for the time, tell them you don't have your phone on you. If you need to make a short distance to a shopping centre which obviously doesn't justify an Uber and the area is relatively safe, then walk. Again during the day.

[@worldcitizenB]

Joburg can be safe but don't be careless and go wondering around without any idea where you are going. Enjoy South Africa. It's a beautiful country but I implore you to please be safe. And most of all ENJOY YOURSELF.

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching, have a great end to the week and a lovely weekend. Our new video comes out this evening! Phoebe x

[@rbaraka1]

Its strange that people who have been through the harshest discrimination are the friendliest and kindest people on the planet! I can't wait to go to Johannesburg!!!

[@travelforphoebe]

Its amazing huh. Thanks for watching!

[@moosesnWoop]

0:38 before 1994 you would NEVER see this nor would it be in the realm - this makes me proud of how far we've actually come as a nation.

[@jboy9504]

Go spend a few months Joburg and you’ll quickly change your tune

[@myabbayah9092]

j boy if i spend a few months anywhere i want hurry and go.

[@M.goldrushhh]

Oh please 🙄

[@pufdadie]

most accurate comment here. I was there in the 1980s and that was during a security state. I used to wander around Joburg at night and go to Hillbrow by foot - I was young and foolish (Australian). Beautiful country, great people but way too dangerous to ever visit again, even on my own.

[@tfmkhonza5084]

I lived my whole nothng change am fresh

[@chantalhartley2403]

@@pufdadie The country has changed. There's good and bad places everywhere. There's no way you can go to Hillbrow today. But there's still Sandton, Melrose, Rosebank, Parkhurst, Melville etc. Where you can have a good time and be relatively safe.

[@lisafinch5431]

You have not seen the real JHB. You have only seen the tourist JHB. Beware the real one is violent and dangerous.

[@mattkan2876]

Can dangerous JHB be transformed into tourist JHB ?

[@KSamai]

Lisa Finch are you from JHB? Or have you lived there for an extensive time period?

[@Neo_Satedoriiii]

I live in JHB it's nice And @lisa finch every country has its problems even YOURS

[@Neo_Satedoriiii]

K Sam ASK HER!

[@lephilosopheinconnu3952]

Is it worst than in Brazil, Venezuela or El Salvador?

[@wastedtimeagain3816]

12:23, “it’s safe, unless you want to walk in the street at night”....that’s just about the opposite of safe.

[@stompkins1000]

Wastedtimeagain I live in Dallas Texas and wouldn't walk down the street at night either. It's considered safe

[@lizaduplooy4930]

I is never safe, i used to work in Johannesburg and you are "never" safe, especially if you are white and walking a lone, you are dead meat!!!!

[@tfmkhonza5084]

@@lizaduplooy4930 Apartheid time if you black at night either you dead or jailed for life.

[@kybeckx]

I am really happy that you had a great experience in SA, but as someone who has lived here for 31 years, had my car broken into 22 times this year, been hijacked at gunpoint and know 100s of crime stories, you got lucky. Mainly just want to warn people who watch the video thinking it is super safe here, it is 100% not.

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks for sharing Kyron - Matt

[@tdb7992]

What what what?! 22 times and held up at gunpoint?! Dude, that's insane. I can marry you and get you an Aussie passport but any sane person would rather take their chances in SA than marry me!

[@Profoundness]

@@tdb7992 But you're cute! Looking for any other takers? ;)

[@tdb7992]

@@Profoundness Bring some boerwors with you and you're on! (I've actually never tried boerwors, but a South African lady at work talks about it and the SA shop down the road sells it and has a sign out the front advertising it!) I did tried "iced zoos" and man they are so, so sugary.

[@keithsteeman5039]

22 times? something wrong there Kyron. Moved from CT to Joburg 9 years ago. Zero break-ins. There are just certain places that you stay away from. Sorry to hear about your misfortune

[@sevendots4820]

wow this comment section is so draining, literally feel like I have lost 10 years off my lifespan just by reading. People are so negative but thank you for all your friendly replies to the comments made @ little Grey Box.

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! haha I know what you mean! There was also so much love shared too, on this and our Safari and Cape Town videos. So many proud locals who love their country and felt happy watching our video. Those are the comments that matter, they really shine - just like yours! Thank you so much for watching our video, we really appreciate it. We share a new travel video each Friday evening! Hope you have a fantastic week and thanks again. Phoebe x

[@davidbailey4189]

On the contrary, better to be safe than sorry.

[@lizaduplooy4930]

The truth is draining, deal with it

[@tfmkhonza5084]

@@lizaduplooy4930 white SA alwys negative bcoz they uncomfortable abt the SA history thats y

[@tfmkhonza5084]

@@guytero8812 u have yo Europe so go there

[@thinuskoekemoer1292]

As a South African myself I have VERY seldomly been a victim of crime and on a daily basis am only experiencing friendly helpful people. My old beetle broke down once in Hillbrow. The next moment I was surrounded by a bunch of guys who told me I am being hijacked. They dragged me off to a party where I was fed and liquored up. After several hours of music and dancing and drinking I was taken back to my car which they have fixed!!!!!

[@deonkotzee6641]

Thinus Koekemoer I assume you are satirical or you are a paid troll.

[@len2son]

@@deonkotzee6641 Sound satirical to me, but who would pay him to troll?

[@thinuskoekemoer1292]

+Deon Kotzee Nope, it really happened.

[@deonkotzee6641]

Thinus Koekemoer Ek moet jou glo in die awesigheid van bewyse tot die teendeel. Ek dink jy moet jouself as baie gelukkig ag of n charmer van formaat.

[@TheRealStevovo]

And then you drove home drunk?

[@BeckyG941]

I'm South African and would like to let any foreigners considering visiting JHB know that this woman is very very lucky. Jhb is beautiful and rich in diversity but the fact that she was walking around Soweto townships with a Canon camera slung across her shoulder was very naive/brave. If she wasn't with a guide she would have never come out of there safely.

[@MindlessGurlBre143]

Any safety tips please? I'm visiting for the first time this month

[@BeckyG941]

@@MindlessGurlBre143 Virtuous Crown You are going to have an amazing time. South Africa is gorgeous. 💛 I would definetly advise not to travel alone, rather do so with a group/trusted tour guide, especially if you are female or travelling near township areas. Never walk alone at night even in the suburbs or more upmarket areas of SA. I would not advise using a local taxi, although I'm sure that topic is debatable. When you stop at robots (traffic lights) rather keep your windows closed and car doors locked. Do not go into Johannesburg CBD (town) rather just avoid this area entirely. I think that in general you should just be alert and aware of your surroundings. The people of Johannesburg are so warm and friendly, I would recommend checking out the Rosebank area, there are so many tucked away restaurants and interesting shops there. The vibe is something special. But if you really want a treat, go to Cape Town! especially Kloof Street in town. Chapmans Peak, the Winelands, Paarl Stellenbosch etc. The list is endless. Hope you have a lovely holiday.

[@MindlessGurlBre143]

@@BeckyG941 you are too kind!😊 thank you for all the wonderful advice ❤ will definitely be putting all this information in my notes.. ps.ill be traveling with a group of 6🙂 super excited!

[@NatalieLouise1234]

@@BeckyG941 I want to visit a loved one who lives in Boksburg Johannesburg, and I probably have no other choice than to visit alone... but most of the time I'll be with her, in her areas, and she walks around a bit quite safe. I'd only be getting transport alone. I've done tons of research. Is it safe to just travel alone? How should I carry around money and my phone? A small black bag or money bag around my waist? Because I need to carry my phone and some money, my cards and things. Is there any advice you could offer? Thanks :)

[@andrewbrown9304]

Is it safe - wtf, making our country seem like a 24 hour challenge to try stay alive 🙄!!

[@LeratoM98]

LOL ikr

[@trigxionworld9628]

Soso Mama I think it’s because of stupid South Africans who always comment that our country is not safe.Its really ruining our image Every big city should have their own problems,tourists should know that

[@bijosn]

Is it not ? Why do all the houses have electric fences? Why does everyone use the services of private security companies? Why are there neighbourhood patrols? Why is there a cash in transit hijack incident almost ever day? Why is there so much violent crime? Would you as a woman walk around on the streets in the city at night by yourself?

[@michaelbries5344]

@@bijosn lol bruh reaching stop it

[@GrootmanSipho]

@@bijosn A lot of countries are like that, I was in Brazil and the upper class areas there also have high walls and private security, and those areas were extremely safe. Some of us would rather be safe than sorry. If I go on KZbin and type in "Crime in London" or any other city, I'll find what I'm looking for, and I'll probably have a different perspective of London

[@craigwhite8588]

Thank you for painting South Africa and Joburg in such an amazing light. It truly is a awesome place.

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment. We share a new video each Friday. Hope you a great start to the new week. Phoebe x

[@israelshabangu7583]

When things were still normal

[@bezman2499]

You see when you actually in south africa you will see how amazing it is. its a top place man. media tends to lie about lotsa things. besides crime it is still the most beautifull country in the world.s.a Rocks. Imagime s.a with zero crime, as a south african I think we all should work towards that future.

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks for commenting and watching Bee! Appreciate the good vibes, we enjoyed ourselves in SA and met some super cool people, learnt a lot and saw some stunning nature - Matt

[@servantofthemosthigh2525]

Nicely said...but whites are the enemy...we are not welcome here

[@bezman2499]

@@travelforphoebe If you like Joburg, you gotta try Cape Town bru.:} Cheers

[@travelforphoebe]

We got the chance to visit as part of the same trip and loved it! We made a video about it too if you ever feel like watching 😊✨ thanks so much! Phoebe x

[@babblesab1]

Johannesburg is a shithole , crime murder living in fear . Only place you should go in SA is Cape Town , because it’s not run by the corrupt racist anc government

[@cornedebruyn2303]

I like the video! But i would turn off the comments on a video like this.... because people embarrass South Africa through harsh words. South Africa is not perfect and that's all thanks to the people who cant get over differences. I LOVE that foreign people enjoy the country. South Africa is beautiful and i would rather have chosen it to be an untouched country, untouched by the humans that are destroying it.

[@NikisLearningLounge]

I agree with you. Sometimes I read about what it was like hundreds of years ago with the game running about in their countless hundreds of thousands and cry.

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment. We share a new video each Friday. Hope you a great start to the new week. Phoebe x

[@mlungisimanzini8143]

Turning off comments is not a good move if you want to promote your channel. People are more likely to thumb down your video too.

[@PM-vb4od]

Yeah, turn off the comments so naive people who watch this will venture into any part of SA thinking things are so are oh so friendly. Dumbass lol

[@bcs2k1]

Nobody with a brain is paying attention to the naysayers here. They have their own agenda and telling mistruths are a part of it. It's the only thing they do well. South Africa is beautiful, the people are wonderful, Joburg is beautiful. I can't wait to live the ex-pat life there -- 2 years from now.

[@travelforphoebe]

** GUIDE CONTACT DETAILS ** A few people have asked for the contact details of our amazing guide! His name is April and our guided tour was arranged through littlegreybox.net/go/springbok-atlas/. I would recommend contacting them and telling them you saw this video and you'd like to arrange a tour as well and I'm sure they'll take fantastic care of you and ensure you have an amazing time. April was a wonderful guide and we cannot recommend him highly enough. Phoebe x

[@thumbsup2684]

All South Africa and Johannesburg CBD is not safe for out of side biznus man ppl mani biznus man community closing the biznus abut crime every day have gun robbery attack in daylight . If u call police they dont hellp also need money from u

[@frednel4326]

Dont be blinded lol..ur not safe anywhere in South Africa..not in these times..if ur not from here ur a target..u wer with a organised tour but try it on ur own and i bet u will be robbed or wurse within the first day..i know cuz i lived ere all my life and thats a long long time😉..under white rule u wer verry safe in South Africa but thats all changed now..never to be seen agen..peace ✌

[@allstardemon]

youre completely naive and quite frankly stupid...nowehre in south africa is safe from crime and the only reason you were not targeted was bc of tour guide. So please dont advocate for a place when you actually have zero experience of true day to day life. you are lucky for getting out unscathed

[@francoiswilliams]

Ever been Philippines? I am from SA and now I am in my Klub Safari here in Mindanao...lekkerr...

[@MnrBloemie]

Psh, ignore all of the pessimistic people. Unfortunately we have to make the best of our circumstances. If you know it's an unsafe area then take precautions. There's no reason whatsoever not to go anywhere just because you might not be safe. As a tourist just never flash your flashy belongings that might have a high street value. Phones, cameras, wallets. If you go hiking or jogging do not go with those belongings. There will always be private security around no matter where in SA you travel - especially urban areas. Our private security, their efficiency and their professionalism, makes up for everything that the police lack.

[@philipvanzyl9355]

Thank you for doing this video, you really showed what is it like here. It’s safe almost anywhere in joburg, but like the guide said, it depends where you are, what the time is and what you’re doing. There is so much security and would not have chosen anywhere else to grow up. If only you had more time here to see the rest of what this city had to offer.

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching, hope you can check out our new video about Outback Australia! Have a great weekend and thanks again - Phoebe x

[@MrRamyon74]

Considering the thoursands if not millions of South Africans that have left and emigrated to other countries, I would say not that safe.

[@rolivhuwamaumela7066]

Only whites have left

[@NatalieLouise1234]

I want to visit a loved one who lives in Boksburg Johannesburg, and I probably have no other choice than to visit alone... but most of the time I'll be with her, in her areas, and she walks around a bit quite safe. I'd only be getting transport alone. I've done tons of research. Is it safe to just travel alone? How should I carry around money and my phone? A small black bag or money bag around my waist? Because I need to carry my phone and some money, my cards and things. Is there any advice you could offer? Thanks :)

[@jericho9653]

I was in South Africa for 5 weeks in August 2019, me and 2 friends travelled from Ireland. Found it fine, we walked around the cities at night drunk and with no problems, but when we got separated we always got taxis. Just common sense really. But you can always be unlucky and I was slightly worried before I went but thankfully it was fine. Found capetown more rough than Johannesburg. Pretoria to my suprise was the nicest city

[@israelshabangu7583]

Pretoria is laid back

[@isabelreinhold1476]

Why was Capetown rough?

[@jericho9653]

@@isabelreinhold1476 just was. Ling street in capetown wasnt safe and thats the main nightlife area. You didnt feel safe stepping outside any of the bars. I didnt have that feeling in Joburg or pretoria. Are you from south africa ??

[@Sive_Nyanda]

The "special language with all the clicks in it" (isiXhosa) is my home language 🤗! Your guide made a good attempt but he needs to work on it a bit more, it isn't an easy language to master 😂!! I can't wait to visit all the places shown in your video. Great content!!

[@travelforphoebe]

Wow!! It was incredible, I'd love to hear a native speaker in person one day. The way the clicks work in during a song is amazing - it's hypnotic! Thanks so much for taking the time to comment and for watching. Have a great day - Phoebe x

[@tfmkhonza5084]

Zulu has lot of clicks

[@samp5764]

Qhosa tribe 🤣🤣

[@katemcgrath273]

I am an Australian and I have heard so much negativity about Johannesburg, and even had travel agents tell me not to visit because it’s very dangerous and unsafe. It’s comforting seeing videos like this that are positive and reassuring. South Africa has always been a country I’ve wanted to visit, and I definitely don’t want to miss out just because a couple people have had bad experiences 😊

[@travelforphoebe]

I hear you. I’d felt the same way - eager to visit but very scared. The truth is it is dangerous but that danger can be managed by having a trusted guide with you, listening to them and connected with other great, local tourism providers! All we can do is share our experience and for us, it was safe and enjoyable ♥️ I’m glad we visited and got to have such a positive experience - it would’ve been a shame to miss out on seeing such a special place and meeting really amazing locals.

[@amieziemerink4437]

I've spent 19 years in Johannesburg and I'm perfectly fine😂😂

[@travelforphoebe]

hahaha thank you so much for watching and for the lovely comment! Have a great day - Phoebe x

[@marina2387]

I agree.

[@reinhardvandermerwe6585]

Posting this video means you made it out alive. CONGRATS. Sincerely. The South African.

[@travelforphoebe]

+Reinhard Van Der Merwe thanks for watching Reinhard :)

[@travelforphoebe]

+Reinhard Van Der Merwe thanks for watching - we did :) Matt

[@gretaromero8921]

I visited Jhb one year ago, and at first everything seemed ok. But one night at a restaurant a man stole my and my friends cellphones, it all happened too quickly. Even the owner of the place told us thats recurrent and discouraged us into going to the police. On top of that, we saw 2 robberies a couple of days after. It was just crazy. SA is a beautiful country, but you need to be very careful.

[@rudy4515]

Driver not wearing a seat belt.. Definitely South Africa hahaha

[@marcohumbakic7568]

What?? I don’t wear seatbelts.. am not a fucking dad!

[@pstgabrielndukwe9766]

Axel do u live there?

[@taiwantraffic]

Good video but does not reflect the reality. Be careful if you want to be there.

[@travelforphoebe]

We can only share our experience. As we mentioned, we definately recommend doing it with a trusted guide. Thanks for watching taiwantraffic _ Matt

[@nosipho.hlatshwayo]

Your tour guide said he speaks eleven languages but he pronounced the name wrong: Xhosa not Qosa

[@tomcowan1188]

Its pronounced Ko- sa- coming from a half South African

[@tomcowan1188]

part of the language is the click

[@chrischokoe6485]

Doesn't matter

[@tebogo743]

Does it matter

[@Bunfire123]

This comment was unneeded.

[@Cryosphear]

When I worked for Stats SA during the last census, I had to go to townships around our town. Some people were super friendly, others not. The food from 'kitchens' there on the side of the roads ARE DELICIOUS!!! I'm a Boer.

[@RyanMacNeil]

I am a Canadian who decided to live in beautiful South Africa. Great people, places, and wonderful food. I feel safe. I have travelled the world and I think every country has places that are considered unsafe. Common sense has to come in to play sometimes. Please come and enjoy this amazing country.

[@tsimithulo4190]

Johannesburg has traits of a big city like New York, Paris or London. A medley of people, some with good, some with bad intentions. Therefore always use common sense, whether anywhere in Africa, Europe, Asia or the US. Phoebe you were awesome in this video. Love your energy, open-mindedness and friendliness. Keep going!

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thank you so much for watching - so glad what I was saying resonated with you! We had a great experience in Jo'Burg :D Thanks for the kindness and support, we really appreciate it. Have a great day, Tsimi - Phoebe x

[@matthewdavis9452]

I'm surprised she didn't get her camera taken bruhh 😂😂 i live in Johannesburg you can't even walk without the fear of getting robbed

[@refiloe6526]

Where in Jorburg? Stop writing nonsense from Australia

[@cmonbruh6769]

@@refiloe6526 it's the truth. Even in high class areas you have a good chance of being robbed.

[@subwaysurfer5378]

@@cmonbruh6769 Stop lying any city can be safe if you make yourself be safe

[@lebomoneo9221]

Are you white? some white people have alienated themselves too much that every area they won't set foot in is somehow plagued by crime. Grow up and go and explore. You are what's wrong with SA

[@aracrg]

Like many countries in the world, South Africa has a lot of value to offer to visitors. Just do not get deluded into thinking that it is (a) safe and enjoyable everywhere at all times, (b) a good place to invest or relocate. The country is on an alarming trajectory of economic and social failure caused by many bad fundamentals that are not going away any time soon. Just my opinion as a South African in fear. Visit it while there are still some things to enjoy.

[@notthesoyboy7444]

Listen sweetie go to Soweto alone and see what happens

[@hopebuhali3887]

Lol @Louis Wolvaardt, have you been to Soweto alone, and what happened to you?

[@jessychirenge]

Voetzak man

[@sevendots4820]

Hope Buhali, lol I bet money he hasn't 😂

[@afikiledingile2747]

No need to insult Louis

[@juliusmaehlich3138]

Louis Wolvaardt. Also without the camera crew.

[@sfundomabaso3200]

Your videos are so awesome however, in actual fact some parts of Johannesburg cbd have become very unsafe even during the day in the past two years. We have homeless people robbing in live day light "during the people " and that makes me so nurr "extremely angry " as a south African who grew up in south Johannesburg.

[@michaellawson6533]

Sfundo Mabaso Respect for admitting the truth. I lost 13 friends in 9 years , all murdered . So I left to the Caribbean Sea .

[@sfundomabaso3200]

@@michaellawson6533 sorry for your loss mate. It's our government who continously keeps failing to govern the people, hence we have such chaos

[@cheetahcheetah3756]

all thnx to our clever gov.... and still going on with taking prop without comp... so gonna get worse.

[@squirlygeorge]

My hometown. Again, thanks for the honesty. Keep the vids coming

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much for watching! We had a really great time in Jo'Burg :)

[@ntandombali5855]

I love you videos a lot, so I'm thinking of visiting your country 🤔 I'm sure that will be nice, you made us as South Africans proud 🇿🇦😘

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! That's great news, I'm sure you'd love exploring Australia. We have some really beautiful beaches and if you get the chance, the Queensland coastline is incredible. Places like the Daintree and the Great Barrier Reef are just magical. Have a great day - Phoebe x

[@ntandombali5855]

@@travelforphoebe 💃💃💃💃thanks a lot you replied, I will keep in touch.

[@CrmznTwilight]

Lovely video! Great to hear how much you enjoyed the city, pity you didnt have a bit more time as there is much to see. I also really do appreciate how you were honest about the safety aspect, unfortunately SA has got quite a lot of negativity around it due to the media but there are so many wonderful and caring people around! I really do think that this country has the potential to be so much more but it will take a concerted effort from everyone and these kind of videos really do go a long way to helping that cause! Much love from SA, I really hope you come back! xD

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment. We share a new video each Friday. Hope you a great start to the new week. Phoebe x

[@philipkrugel]

Hello 👋 we enjoyed seeing our Country from your perspective. You had very nice tour guides and you were spot on with everything 😁

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment. We share a new video each Friday. Hope you a great start to the new week. Phoebe x

[@oloughla]

"You can't walk around New York City at night" ... uhhh yes you can. I mean, perhaps not certain rougher parts of Brooklyn or the Bronx (read, extremely far from the city center), but you can absolutely walk around virtually all of Manhanattan at night.

[@lizaduplooy4930]

Good for you, in SA you will not live to see the sunrise

[@vaarbz6764]

I don't get why you need to be so negative. I get cautioning people about the dangers but you are exaggerating it. I mean I know crime is high in my country but the only time I've ever experienced it was when my phone was stolen from my apartment. And they literally could've taken a whole lot more that was worth more. I've walked the streets of Nelspruit, Pretoria (CBD, Sunnyside, Arcadia, Wonderboom, Hatfield, Menlyn, Brooklyn), Johannesburg (Soweto, Braam, Auckland Park, Sandton, Midrand) alone at night and the worst I've experienced was cat calling. I understand that I've been lucky. But it's really not as bad as you make it seem. Maybe your negative energy just attracts the crime.

[@theresourcefulvillage2120]

Great video, it took me home. I am a South African living in China and I needed this. Glad you enjoyed South Africa.

[@travelforphoebe]

You must miss your home - it's such a beautiful place! Have a great evening in China! (Eat lots of dumplings on my behalf, please! haha) P x

[@theresourcefulvillage2120]

@Brad Smith I've had to get used to it, It's the touching of my hair and sometimes my skin that I'm still struggling with.

[@theresourcefulvillage2120]

@@travelforphoebe Hahahaha! dumplings are everything.

[@theresourcefulvillage2120]

@Brad Smith I can't say that white South Africans nor Chinese are racist, that's too much a generalization. What I'll say is that you have curiosity of black people or foreign people which is what I mostly experience in China and you have hate of black people which is what I have experienced in South Africa. And honestly I prefer neither, I would just like to walk in the world without being reminded that I'm different, neither of them are okay. And on the China SA politics, all I will say is that I refuse to comment on Western propaganda!

[@cecilycornish1868]

Thank you for sharing. A very objective and authentic analysis of JoBurg!

[@justindues]

Lived in JHB my whole life haven't had 1 day when I felt it's safe

[@travelforphoebe]

+Justin Govender thanks for watching :) Matt

[@tumigubana2284]

Ok good! I assume you have left now which is great thanks for giving us space .

[@thandomntungwa6697]

@@tumigubana2284 I pray to God his back in India

[@capzallison3922]

What a lie I lived there for a year and I never had one situation

[@thandomntungwa6697]

@@capzallison3922 this Govendor will feel safer in India

[@Broeidt]

Thank you for your positive outlook of our beautiful country. We struggle with fear mongers & propagandists views who have succeeded in smearing the image of a beautiful place with generally friendly people. There's no country without flaws or crime. I don't know why South Africa is expected to be perfect.

[@travelforphoebe]

Wow - what a beautifully written comment. You perfectly articulated some of the things I’ve been thinking as negative comment started to appear. I had the most amazing time in South Africa and loved the people we met! Thank you so much for writing this 💕🙌🏻 Phoebe x

[@sjappie5034]

Thanks Lucia. I really appreciated your comment. I like to think that as a new South Africa, we're still young and we have that ideological hope that we can be a perfect country. I have massive faith in SA. This amazing country has only started with what we can show the world.

[@ekke7457]

Its easy to be positive if you hop and fly around the country spending more than most peoples yearly income in a few days. So much for the heart whelming story of the poor people and then you go and spend your nights in luxurious restaurants and hotel rooms!

[@anijayachandran]

I'm Indian . I agreed with you,that no country without crime or flaws

[@georgerj2419]

It depends on how much crime you are talking about. Aren't you comparing apples and oranges here?

[@michelleduplessis9245]

I live in Johannesburg, South Africa > and it is safe . It’s like any major city , of course you can’t walk around at night and you have to lock your doors and make sure that you’re keeping yourself safe > but crime really isn’t that bad here compared to other parts of the world . I think South Africans complaining that it is very dangerous here have never been to other parts of the world .

[@michaellawson6533]

Thats a stupid generalised statement Michelle Du Plessis. Many South Africans live overseas and they really love the freedom from mugging , hijacking , highest rape in the world and the lowest education as well as walking home safely at night and few to no security guards anywhere . Passers by greet you sincerely and you dont have to look back when they have passed you.......like in SA. You sleep peacefully , no burgler bars , no alarms , no locked bedroom doors , no hijacking etc etc. Like it used to be in SA pre 1990. Some of us do remember. Greets from Belize.

[@refiloe6526]

@@michaellawson6533 Why are you so angry Michael? So tourists can't come to South Africa to appreciate the beauty of the country? Would you be happy if they went out with their camera's and said the country was horrible? How would that benefit you? Yes, South Africa has many social problems but its people like you with a toxic, negative, draining attitude that makes things worse, particularly in terms of race i.e black vs white issues. You should just leave to Australia already!!

[@michaellawson6533]

@@refiloe6526 Im a realist Refiloe , Ive lost 9 friends in 13 years through murder . You take it as "normal " not to walk around at night , not to let your little daughter walk a short distance home from school , dont go to certain areas etc . You should visit other countries . Even Zims crime rate is lower than ours and we have more opportunities . As for the tourists , they are welcome , but most who live overseas who would like to tour dont want to anymore due to fear of criminals . Some have been shot and others raped , mugged , hijacked etc and though it is reported to the police, it it is hushed up . Overseas it is printed in the media . Baggage theft like hell at JHB international airport and hijacking too . lekker hey! Maybe you dont care a damn , but only for the money . Likewise I dont give a damn for money , safety first . Your turn will come one day out of the blue and then maybe you will change your mind . Be a realist.

[@refiloe6526]

@@michaellawson6533 So tourists can't visit South Africa and have a great time because you lost 9 friends? That's pathetic reasoning. Many South American cities are murder capitals of the world but tourists still visit. Check Wikipedia, List_of_cities_by_murder_rate Its as if people like you get so hurt when you see people appreciating the beauty of South Africa and having a wonderful experience, you always have to raise the negative. And by the way, I never believe stories of murder because many white people have white victimhood mentality. They make up stats to incite pity. Please name the 9 people who were murdered, are there case numbers at police, or some of them died of natural causes, accidents etc? I work with SAPS and we have many cases where whites kill one another due to family fights, accidents, or other issues (even in farms) and they blame it on white genocide and blacks. We have some solid cases where people confessed groups like AWB paid them to visit specific farms, kill the family there, and then blame it on blacks and white genocide. People like you are so bitter, toxic and your negative energy drains everyone, you should just move to Australia where you'll be happy.

[@refiloe6526]

@*Drusilla666* No, YOU missed the point! Was it wrong for Phoebe and Matt to post videos saying they thoroughly enjoyed their time in South Africa? I never denied that there are high crime levels in South Africa, but toxic, bitter people like you always find a way to spew your bitterness on thousands of Videos of tourists who posts their videos saying they loved the country and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. It's as is people like you get hurt when tourists say they loved the country, you always have to mention the negative - how dangerous it is, how you will be hijacked, raped, murdered etc. So are tourists not supposed to mention they loved it here? And by the way, what's the name of your friend, so we can sympathize with you?

[@bruest1984]

As someone that grew up in Johannesburg and who has traveled inside and outside of South Africa. Please do not take their driver's advise. The media is not unkind to us. The city is really REALLY not safe to walk around on foot, especially for tourists. Comparing it to New York or Paris is not a fair comparison, Johannesburg is FAR more dangerous. You absolutely cannot drive around with your doors unlocked.

[@tbnewhomes]

We need more people like you in the world

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks so much for watching 😍🙌🏻 have a great day. Phoebe x

[@HolisticHealthEducation]

Mmm ... I have been living in South Africa now for about 53 years. I would say that your guides have taken you for a hook, line and sinker. 😁😁 But in your defense, this is not uncommon elsewhere in the world.

[@pstgabrielndukwe9766]

B Beneke U r in Jo'burg?

[@nashnyabe7470]

Thank you for putting South Africa on the map in a positive light

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks so much for watching! We had a really great time during our visit :)

[@ilsehauger8574]

Definitely do not go on your own. You will not be seen by your loved ones again..m

[@ballatordei8865]

I like that she is so excited about small things we don't appreciate anymore as South Africans, we do have a lot of beautiful we can offer, but unfortunately she has and got a total miss conception through her guides. As with every third world country they only show the nice things to tourists and are excellent in hiding the bad from the tourist's eyes. She only saw the tip of an ice burg that is fulled with crime, hate, murder and corruption. Call me a cynic, but unfortunately that's the truth.

[@bellejolie2506]

Sad, but SA was a FIRST world country when it was handed over to the black government.

[@merro84]

I was in joburg last October and the people were very friendly , having been born in Sudan , also lived in Egypt , London and UAE , I found the society in SA far more superior in many ways , although I did not work in SA , I was just a backpacker.

[@emmelize2282]

People he is just doing his job, he needs to attract tourists... Tourism is a huge part of Sa

[@VAC2]

smh..... I had to use a firearm 5 times while i was in Joburg. I was only there for a month.

[@fullmetaltheorist]

Were you hunting ducks or something?

[@keitafoxy7428]

I do want to thank you Phoebe (very tempted to say Phoebe Buffay lol). That last comment you made, I was touched that someone could actually speak up like this. Unfortunately... the greater majority of South Africans, who also happen to be black cannot afford to visit or live in other countries, so it’s rare that you will get a different view of South Africa if you generally are in contact with one side. It’s also rare that outsiders come in contact with the locals unless you actually make an effort to do so. I hate to bring race into this topic, and I know that this is no what your video is about....but it’s so hard to explain the misconceptions without discussing the big racial divide in the country. The stories you have heard have been spread by white South Africans who left South Africa in fear of what would happen after Apartheid ended. However one of the things that makes this country so unique is that when the transfer of power was achieved through democracy, when EVERYONE was allowed to vote, it all occurred with no war. The only disruption was to a system that basically made it illegal to control black people. What that guide was saying is so true, black people were not allowed to move around from one place to another especially in the city without documentation which basically stipulated the times and dates one was allowed to be in a certain space. I still have the piece of paper that documented my father’s every move with stamps on it. Whites were free to go anywhere at whatever time, so naturally seeing white people on the streets in the city was not odd, it was normal for them because they were free to under the guise that they were safer because there were no black people. I mean you couldn’t even walk on the sidewalk without being stopped by the police. So when Apartheid ended, black people could be anywhere and naturally people migrate to bigger cities in search of opportunities. This kind of lack of control is the reason why many whites left the country, why they built gaited communities. Well they could afford it, they didn’t have to be faced with the everyday (black) person on the street. Then of course with such a huge gap of inequality and high rates of poverty, crime went on the rise as it would in any big city. It became more of a problem when it got violent. White South Africans who remain generally either simply can’t afford to live outside of South Africa, or are just in love with the beauty that is in the country. You’ll hardly find them living in the city though. South Africa is a young democracy and is trying its hardest to fix the damages and after effects of decades of segregation and oppression and that’s a huge task. We can’t deny the facts, and It’s sad, that the current government has been ridden with corruption. Dirty politics is not unique to South Africans, many countries including USA and others have to deal with troubled governance. However this doesn’t reflect who the people living in that country are. Using USA as an example again, it’s clear to see that DT is a polarising president, just because he is the president doesn’t mean every American is a racist. It’s the same thing in South Africa. Personally I was shocked and hurt when I found out what people actually thought of Johannesburg after moving to Perth. I couldn’t understand where all the crazy stories came from, then I realised that the majority of South Africans living in Perth are whites who migrated with their families when apartheid ended. There aren’t that many black South Africans living here, getting through the visa process is crazy expensive forget affording the air fair or going on vacation. I’ve only met a handful of black South Africans since I’ve moved. The (white) South African community here in Perth is very standoffish and there’s a large population. I’ve made so many friends who are welcoming and supportive and all of them non South African. That was actually the first time I realised that NOT ALL white people are racist, self entitled or have a superiority complex, I actually had to learn that I could be myself without feeling misjudged or defensive all the time. I have to give it up to Australians for being so cool (granted the history of Apartheid is Australia isn’t all that different from that of South Africa) but the people sure are. Honestly, if you’re only getting one version of what South Africa is actually like, you’re doing yourself a disservice. I also recommend reading Trevor Noah’s book, he gives a unique account of his experience growing up in Johannesburg as a child coming from humble beginnings. Again, this is one story, there are many more. Peace and love to everyone. Disclaimer: of course I’m not suggesting that ALL white South Africans are like this or that all black South Africans are poor and can’t afford to travel. I’m just making this comment based on proportions.

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to share your thoughts. This video has definitely had an interesting response, I thought it would be seen mostly by tourists so it's interesting to hear local voices and what they have to say. Thanks again for watching - Phoebe Buffay xox

[@NikisLearningLounge]

Wow! You are SO spot on, please be my best friend forever! #TruthAboutSA

[@KYRA_FX]

I was reading then I wondered when would it end. I just scrolled down.

[@anijayachandran]

God bless South Africa

[@lewiscameron5841]

This just answered so many questions I had about Johannesburg. I visit South Africa 🇿🇦 in September but Johannesburg will be on my list for sure. Thank you for the video!

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello!! Oh, great, I'm so happy it was useful. We had a fantastic time over there, would love to see more of South Africa. Enjoy your trip! Thank you so much for watching 😍🙌🏻 hope you have a great day! Phoebe x

[@moosesnWoop]

Lebo is a great tour guide. So informative - as a South African, I'm learning a lot.

[@travelforphoebe]

We had the best time! Our guide was fantastic :)

[@kahlilsykies9139]

The truth about Johannesburg is that, it's fine as long as you stay out of bad areas. And don't stay out too late at night. Yes there's a lot of violence there. More so than in most cities in the world. But it mostly stays confined to bad neighborhoods. And usually at night. Greetings from America.

[@iremember6468]

11:30 This guys speaking the truth! I live here and love it, the rest of the comments unfortunately think otherwise.

[@katiaantonova6949]

Thanks so much, girlie. You looked happy there 😊

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you!! We had a really great time 😊

[@咸陽]

I love South Africa so much. It is a beautiful and rich country. I will move there one day !

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching, hope you have a great start to the new week! Phoebe x

[@clinzo356]

Thanks for this positive feedback on our lovely city

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@thebeardedastronaut]

That is not Joburg. You cherry picked a lot. What a bad video

[@GrootmanSipho]

That's definitely Joburg, why would she go to a bad area in Johannesburg? If I visit a different country, I'll definitely cherry pick which places I visit in that country, I'll stay away from the bad areas where my security is at risk, it's common sense.

[@fernandolima2906]

I loved your point of view of the city. My advice for those who are saying so many bad comments, in case you haven't been there like me, go there and see with your own eyes and have your own experience. I had this feeling and picture about Rio de Janeiro, it is dangerous too, but people do not walk on the streets carrying automatic machines, shotguns and kevlar as many of you may think, but you gotta remind yourself that you're not in Norway either!

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks for sharing.

[@alexp3639]

As a South African I lol'd at you guys the whole time, typical tourists xD I feel like you got a bit of a biased history lesson from only one perspective, but make of it what you will. Glad you guys enjoyed your time in this beautiful country!

[@nhloniphoingqwele5433]

Lol . Interesting what would you have said as a white person about the history of this country.. this will be interesting

[@Arnz01]

No thanks, my wife and I got robbed in Joburg, about 15m outside of the Protea Hotel, where we stayed during the 2010 Soccer World Cup by 3 guys - 2 with knives and 1 with a pistol. Phones, wallet, wedding rings, and handbag taken - one guy even ripped my wife's necklace off her neck. The police were friendly (they're always friendly, but can't do anything). Extremely traumatic and an absolute shit hole of a city. You can do a tour on Google Maps and you'll see why. Never again.

[@williewebbs2504]

I just love the spirit of the people of South Africa

[@maxxheadroom6744]

Great insights & objective commentary, thank you for embracing the people & paying huge respect to the indignities they suffered over centuries. We need more impartial & objective observers like you with a non judgmental disposition. Great video!

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you so much for watching :)

[@michaellawson6533]

Many tourists have been killed and raped in South |Africa . Its the only country with road signs warning of high rate of hijacking. The fact that this girl crossed a minefield and triggered none suddenly makes all the danger warnings false . Look up the murder rate , the unemployment rate ( 80 % of youth ) , the highest rape rate in the world etc etc.

[@lisafoster1550]

A shithole country.

[@refiloe6526]

@@lisafoster1550 Why are you so angry Lisa, Micheal? So tourists can't come to South Africa to appreciate the beauty of the country? Would you be happy if they went out with their camera's and said the country was horrible? How would that benefit you? Yes, South Africa has many social problems but its people like you with a toxic, negative, draining attitute that makes things worse, particularly in terms of race i.e black vs white issues. You should just leave to Australia already!! And where are the stats of the "many" tourists who were raped and murdered? You are talking bullshit and you know it.

[@lisafoster1550]

@@refiloe6526 I see your point. But people need to know the dangers of that shithole country and it's corrupt goverment. NOT everyone gets all the facts because S.A. govermemt ties to hide things. Do really want a white family to visit and not know the danger until they see it. Maybe some one reads this changes there plans and saves there families lives ? If your white and live there things are only going to get worse. Get your family and white ass out of there.

[@refiloe6526]

@@lisafoster1550 So tourists should not visit South Africa and have a great time because its a shithole country? You a PATHETIC Lisa Foster. Many South American cities are murder capitals of the world but tourists still visit those countries. Johannesburg does not even feature on the top 50 list. Its as if people like you get so hurt when you see people appreciating the beauty of South Africa and having a wonderful experience, you always have to raise the negative, how dangerous it is, how they will be murdered, robbed, raped etc. I have seen hundreds of videos where international tourists come to South Africa with a negative perception because people like you feed it, and then when they get here, they thoroughly enjoy the country. Guess what, people like you will be back on their videos feeling hurt they enjoyed the South African experience, and criticizing the country with your negative energy mentioning how dangerous it is. Fortunately South Africa is the most visited country in Africa, and 9.5 million annual visitors will not be deterred by bitter cunts like you. White families do visit the country and they thoroughly enjoy the experience, leaving angry bitter pathetic people like you disappointed. I am sure in your heart you would love to see tourists having a bad time, being murdered etc. . People like you are so bitter, toxic and your negative energy drains everyone, you should just move to Australia where you'll be happy. NB: So you say you don't want people believing a lie? Phoebe and Matt visited the country and enjoyed the experience, is that a lie? Why do people like you always have to raise the negative when WHITE tourists say they visited the country and thoroughly enjoyed it...i.e. "but its not safe! but its dangerous! but its a shithole, but its this, but its that!" .. I believe you are truly bitter if YOU expect tourists not to mention that they had a wonderful experience, they are not allowed to say they enjoyed the country because its a shithole? People like you get back to Videos of tourists who posts their wonderful experiences, and you start with your vitriol attacking the country, mentioning how much of a shithole it is. Its as if you are sad that tourists love it here. You are pathetic. And your mouth is a shithole for spewing this nonsense.

[@pietvanloveren9990]

@@lisafoster1550 my god. You are one bitter women

[@shellbells5504]

Next time you are in RSA you must visit: 1. The Drakensberg and hike to the highest waterfall in Africa (arguably in the world also) 2. Storms River (in the Eastern Cape) which has breathtaking views and do the Bloukrans bungee which is the highest bringe bungee in the world.

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment. We share a new video each Friday. Hope you a great start to the new week. Phoebe x

[@NikisLearningLounge]

You're so right! Jo'burg is amazing and underrated!

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment. We share a new video each Friday. Hope you a great start to the new week. Phoebe x

[@pstgabrielndukwe9766]

Niki Landella - Gaitanelis do u live there?

[@NatalieLouise1234]

I want to visit a loved one who lives in Boksburg Johannesburg, and I probably have no other choice than to visit alone... but most of the time I'll be with her, in her areas, and she walks around a bit quite safe. I'd only be getting transport alone. I've done tons of research. Is it safe to just travel alone? How should I carry around money and my phone? A small black bag or money bag around my waist? Because I need to carry my phone and some money, my cards and things. Is there any advice you could offer? Thanks :)

[@matthewbrugman4584]

I love how Phoebe appreciates everything and doesn't complain about anything

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! that’s so kind of you - we loved every moment and are so grateful for everything we got to experience! It was fantastic! thanks so much for watching our video 😀 we share a new video each Friday night. Have a great end to the week and a lovely weekend ☀️🙌🏻 Phoebe x

[@georgerj2419]

Till she runs into the wrong crowd.

[@mlungisimanzini8143]

Thanks for buying the real apple! It's so much cheaper, palatable and healthier too!

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! haha yes, our apples at home aren't that colour and have a different flavour so it was very cool to try such a normal fruit that tasted so different! Thank you so much for watching our video, we really appreciate it. We share a new travel video each Friday evening! Hope you have a fantastic week and thanks again. Phoebe x

[@Jopawa]

Always be vigilant in Joburg. Lots to do, plan your trips or outings and avoid Johannesburg CBD if you can. Places on the outskirt of the CBD such as Maboneng and Braamfontein are relatively safe but you should still be observant.

[@NatalieLouise1234]

I want to visit a loved one who lives in Boksburg Johannesburg, and I probably have no other choice than to visit alone... but most of the time I'll be with her, in her areas, and she walks around a bit quite safe. I'd only be getting transport alone. I've done tons of research. Is it safe to just travel alone? How should I carry around money and my phone? A small black bag or money bag around my waist? Because I need to carry my phone and some money, my cards and things. Is there any advice you could offer? Thanks :)

[@isabelreinhold1476]

Why is CBD dangerous?

[@jacobothma8234]

Jo-burg is not Safe!!

[@ericelliott9086]

America ain't neither

[@subwaysurfer5378]

You can say that.But if you say Cape Town is safe than you're an idiot

[@mkdempisi]

There is absolutely no safe urban area in South Africa, only rural areas are safe

[@agnesmupalu301]

Wow really

[@mikemarriott2874]

I like the music at 9:06. Can someone name the song, album and singer?

[@micheni734]

Am from Nairobi, Kenya. Would love to visit Jo'burg but I have heard alot of misconceptions perhaps. I hear security is such a challenge but just like any other city I believe if you aint local just stick to your lanes. Know where you are, who you are with and what you doing there. I believe even native africans would face the same challenges faced by other foreigners(whites) in places like Soweto and the like.

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! I can only speak to our experience and we loved it - we had a great time. My thinking is similar to yours - listen to local advice, go with a guide and be diligent, just as we are in any new destination. We both had the best time in Jo'Burg and I'm so glad we did it! Have a great day and thanks so much for watching - Phoebe x

[@MikeGSolomon1]

Great Video - thank you for highlighting the city I lived and grew up in for many years so positively!

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much!! We’re doing a live video from Japan this Friday 25th January 8pm AEST! We’ll be trying food, talking about our Japan trip and answering questions. Hope you can join us 😍🙌🏻 Phoebe x

[@erinr.b6585]

I love this, thanking you for showing the amazing and beautiful things of my country South Africa. I feel that many people overseas / outside of Africa only know of S.A. as crime, table mountain, HIV/aids and Nelson Mandela but there is much more than that.

[@theophilusbondo6109]

Johannesburg is one of the most beautiful city inSouth Africa in 2021...

[@user-jr2ue9nu6y]

I noticed you never went really out at night or cool areas like Hillbrow. You likely stayed in gated areas. Did you see the mini prison houses we stay in. Did you see the high walls, CCTV Camera, Security guards and electric fencing? So is it really safe? You never went to draw money from an ATM in a quiet area. I would wager a walk in Germany or New York anytime over a walk in South Africa. Wait I live here what do I know I guess?

[@travelforphoebe]

Hi Graeme! Thanks again for commenting and watching. We did see the extreme security of the housing and being out and about at night in Parkhurst was an eye opening experience ie. how you have to pay security to watch your car while you eat! As we mentioned we would not recommend visiting without a guide and have no doubt you are far more qualified to comment on how safe JoBurg really is. We can only share our 24 hour experience. Thanks for commenting mate. - Matt

[@ancarwillis9060]

Yes it has some security concerns but lets not make it out to be worse than what it is. There are many areas on this world that I wouldn't walk alone at night through, but Sandton is fine, I never felt any danger there at any time of the day. A few dangerous areas shouldn't be cause to label the whole country unsafe. Just use common sense when walking about.

[@simisonkosi731]

a South African badmouthing South Africa, how disappointing

[@user-jr2ue9nu6y]

An Unknown without a profile pic...bad mouthing a factual reply about country. That they don't even live in. Thinking they know South Africa by watching a short you tube video. How many visits have you made here yet? No please come here its very liberal. We love liberals in our country it makes us seem so woke and progressive. With the cacophony of milk equaling white supremacy and third wave feminism we can then overlook the fact South Africa is more violent then some war torn countries. Woke finger clap. I hope after my reply you will be more disappointed Sinus businesstech.co.za/news/lifestyle/272641/south-africa-is-one-of-the-most-violent-and-dangerous-places-in-the-world/

[@chanellebooysen9570]

Andromeda Sirius not surprising though

[@hloxyman9346]

Johannesburg, London, Washington, Paris, New York, etc. Same WhatsApp group. The only difference is there are no terror attacks in Johannesburg

[@Cate953]

SA is indeed beautiful....and visiting is great because you have a plane ticket out of here! This is a view through rose tinted glasses! As South Africans we have a different vastly different living experience . You are perpetuating a myth and did not get a balanced perspective.

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks for sharing Carene - Matt

[@Cate953]

@@travelforphoebe Don't patronize me...I live the South African experience WITHOUT rosetinted glasses. People like you damage my people...all of them BLACK, COLORED AND WHITE!!!! Go play with Bono you have the same mental capacity....zero!!!

[@refiloe6526]

​@@Cate953 Why are you so angry Carene? So tourists can't come to South Africa to appreciate the beauty of the country? Would you be happy if they went out with their camera's and said the country was horrible? How would that benefit you? Yes, South Africa has many social problems but its people like you with a toxic, negative, draining attitute that makes things worse, particularly in terms of race i.e black vs white issues. You should just leave to Australia already!!

[@pietvanloveren9990]

@@Cate953 This is the problem with Saffa's. Someone says they love it here and all you can say is something negative. Does us all a favour and piss off to Oz if you hate it so much. Carene, ignore the nay sayers.

[@pietvanloveren9990]

@@refiloe6526 well said.

[@kimicollier9846]

I loved your vlog.!! So happy you had a wonderful time is SA.

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching this video and taking the time to comment, we really appreciate it. We share a new travel video each Friday. Hope you have a great week ahead! Phoebe x

[@toomuchtruth]

Nice vid. First time i'm seeing one of your videos but you seem to have a lovely spirit about you. Take care.

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks for taking the time to comment and watch Ramit. Have a great weekend! - Matt

[@toomuchtruth]

Sure thing. You seem to be a blessed man to have lovely lady like that by your side. Have a great one too, in whichever corner of the world you're at now!

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks Ramit! I certainly am. Take care - Matt

[@moafro722]

This lady has a very positive vibe to her.

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello!! Happy New Year - thank you so much for watching. Have a great day. Phoebe x

[@moafro722]

@@travelforphoebe Same to you

[@georgerj2419]

The lady looks great too. That is very positive as well.

[@360eagleeye4]

You are misguiding the public into danger.

[@reinettbernardo2779]

Glad for you guys you had a great experience in Jozi. Good idea to have had guided tours & not wandering off on your own as hijackings & muggings are a real occurrence daily. But yea we have a beautiful country! Greetings from Western Cape, South Africa.

[@travelforphoebe]

Thank you! Phoebe x

[@KhatazaMbhombhi]

I love this. well captured ! #proudlysouthafrican

[@travelforphoebe]

Hello! Thanks so much for watching our video and taking the time to comment, we really appreciate it. We share a brand new video each Friday! 😀🙌🏻 Have a great day and thanks again - Phoebe x

[@KhatazaMbhombhi]

@@travelforphoebe thanks for the lovely response.. Cool fact..I ALSO post every Friday 😁😁😁😁

[@travelforphoebe]

No way!!! Post buddies 😍🙌🏻

[@Maraiha1]

Looks like quite the nice tour of the city itself! Other nice places for a tourist to visit in Gauteng, in general, can be Gold reef city, Sun city and there are so many heritage places and nature reserves. With regards to safety. It all depends on where you are. As someone who grew up there, you learn to be careful and you learn to lock your doors, have burglar bars over any windows, to have an alarm on even when you're at home, to not open your car window if someone points at your front tire like there is something wrong with it etc. Yes, crime happens everywhere, but from my own experience and in comparison to other places I've lived in and visited, the rate is higher in Gauteng. I know many people that have had few such experiences, but also know of many others that have had some seriously scary experiences that they were lucky to survive. In my old neighbourhood home break-ins were so common that it would occur on a weekly and sometimes even a daily basis and I do experience PTSD if I hear noises outside my current home, but we had little exposure to other types of situations. From what I have heard it has improved in the past few years so it can be completely different now. For a tourist I would just recommend to stay alert, to not leave any of your things lying around anywhere (especially if its an expensive camera or equipment) and then the same advice the tour guide gave you.

[@michaelavantonder7685]

Crime happens anywhere

[@ashwynn4177]

But for SA crime is the default setting. Hell on Earth

[@georgerj2419]

@Brad Smith It is sad that Michaela wouldn't know the difference.

[@bontlesadventures5220]

I’ve been in Johannesburg since I was born and I love it 😻

[@travelforphoebe]

We really enjoyed it too :) Thanks so much for watching!

[@leezerf2831]

You were brave to go to Johannesburg CBD we that live here don't even go near there only if we have to!

[@zusibone]

Please state your white ignorance first in the we before you make ignorant statements about CBD. We all know white guilty is eating you. You think Black People will do what you did to them and project that internalised fear. I am proud black South African who is middle class and I used to live in the CBD. When traffic was still a huge problem I used to travel with the convenience of Gautrain fast train. The City renewal happened long time ago. It has 5 major areas. Braamfontein, a student town with a vibrant night life and metro culture. Nelson Mandela theatre and Constitutional Hill are amongst highlights of the area. Newtown, a vibrant cultural enclose. With the Market theatre, Fox 1 Flea Market, Africa museum etc. Marshalltown with mainly large corporations office blocks but recently has strong middle class accomodation. It's got your Ghandi Square, and night life vibe. With couple of Rooftop clubs. Maboneng, a very vibrant urban renewal area. A strong metropolitan culture. Within Maboneng you have extensions. Extending to Doornfontein. In Doornfontein, it is also a student friendly area but has strong night life. It is famous with a Naked bar call FACTORY for gay men and DL people. Lots of sexual activity there. So I heard. It's got famous strip club adult hotel the ROYAL. and another one Maxime. Now up there it's HILLBROW. Not for the faint hearted. Strip clubs, SUMMIT, clubs night life, East access to drugs, quite evil. However, there is humanity as well. Best African cuisines and is 90% lived by foreign nationals mostly from Africa.

[@mojo_heezy]

I do not agree with this video. SA is very very dangerous. First hand experienced.

[@pieterkruger8757]

There is a reason why so many people leave South Africa! One of the most dangerous places to visit!

[@travelforphoebe]

Thanks for watching!