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Cheap Flights from the United States to OR Tambo

 
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Mon, Jan 18 - Tue, Feb 2
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17:40 - 15:50IAH  Houston George Bush Intcntl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
38h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:05 - 16:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-IAH Houston George Bush Intcntl
36h 45m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R16 921Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
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6:30 - 15:50ORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
25h 20m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl
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12:05 - 17:19JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
37h 14m2 stops Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl
R17 102Kenya Airways
Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Feb 24
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21:15 - 3:55EWR  Newark-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
23h 40m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole
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23:00 - 19:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EWR Newark
27h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome
R17 398Ethiopian Air
Tue, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 28
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21:45 - 3:55EWR  Newark-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 10m2 stops Lome Addis Ababa Bole
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23:00 - 19:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-EWR Newark
26h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome
R17 398Ethiopian Air
Tue, Apr 27 - Tue, May 11
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21:40 - 8:15ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:45 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
36h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R17 497Etihad Airways
Sun, Apr 18 - Fri, Apr 30
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21:40 - 8:15ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:45 - 16:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
36h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R17 497Etihad Airways
Sun, Feb 21 - Sat, Feb 27
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10:30 - 14:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
44h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl
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13:45 - 15:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
32h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 516Qatar Airways
Sun, Feb 21 - Tue, Mar 2
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21:50 - 11:00ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
30h 10m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 19:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
31h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R18 615Turkish Airlines
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
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21:50 - 22:25ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
41h 35m1 stop Istanbul
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18:50 - 19:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
31h 55m1 stop Istanbul
R18 615Turkish Airlines
Thu, Feb 11 - Fri, Feb 26
Qatar Airways Logo
21:00 - 14:20JFK  New York John F Kennedy Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
58h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Kigali Intl
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20:20 - 15:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl
25h 40m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R18 730Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to OR Tambo

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to OR Tambo to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg was found on the route from Newark, at R16 921 return. The most popular connection is from Miami to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as R18 352 in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg?

Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Johannesburg is Wednesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as R28 099. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where round-trip prices are R46 835 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest month for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is February, where tickets cost R21 229 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is R30 668 and R30 290 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is February with an average price of R12 646.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost R32 499 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R32 499.

What is a good deal for flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

If you’re looking for cheap airfare to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 25% of our users found tickets to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for the following prices or less: From Atlanta R37 060 return.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

To get a below average price, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

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February

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FAQs - booking OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flights

  • Does O. R. Tambo International Airport have play areas for children?

    There is not an official play area in the airport. However, if you go to Soaring Eagle Spur Steak Ranch Restaurant on Level 2, there is a small children’s play area within the restaurant itself. You can watch the kids play via cameras while you enjoy a meal.

  • Are there airport hotels in O. R. Tambo International Airport?

    Yes, there is an airport hotel in the airport. The Protea Hotel Transit is located in the International Terminal of the airport. Rooms are available for overnight use. Or, they can be rented in 6 hour blocks of time if you want a quick nap between your flights.

  • What to do in O. R. Tambo International Airport?

    There are two chapel rooms located in the airport. The Christian chapel room is located in Terminal B. The Muslim Prayer room is located in Terminal A. There are also a variety of duty free shops you can visit throughout the airport. Or, if you’re feeling tense, head to Terminal A for a massage.

  • Are there good restaurants in O. R. Tambo International Airport?

    Yes, there are many great places to eat in the airport for those that booked flights to Johannesburg. You can stop by Spur or Wimpy’s restaurants in the central terminal. Or, visit Byte Restaurant in the international departures area. Visit Ocean Basket for seafood when you’re in the domestic departures area. All restaurants close by 11 p.m. at night so plan ahead when considering your dining choices.

  • What is the cheapest flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg was found on the route from Newark, at R16 921 return. The most popular connection is from Miami to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as R18 352 in the last 5 days.

  • How far is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from central Johannesburg?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 21 km from the centre of Johannesburg.

  • How much is a flight to Johannesburg?

    On average, a flight to Johannesburg costs R26 377. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost R21 764 and departed from Newark Airport.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg

  • Looking for cheap airfare to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg? 25% of our users found return tickets to OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg for the following prices or less: From Atlanta R33 186

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburg flight deals.
  • If you are booking flights to Johannesburg and want to relax, you can head to Terminal A in the duty free section and look for Letsema where you can get a massage. Or, spend some time in one of the chapel or prayer rooms before you head to your final destination.
  • If you’re wondering about your luggage when you get to the airport, you can find a free baggage trolley to get from one place to another. To keep your luggage secure, you can find luggage wrapping services in the terminal or Lock Up Luggage is located on the basement level.
  • There are many ways to get to and from O. R. Tambo International Airport. You can rent a car if you’d like to drive yourself. Or, you can use public transportation. Your public transportation choices include taxis, shuttles, buses and trains. Be sure to ask about airport approved taxi and shuttle services when arranging your ride.
  • If you have time to spend at O. R. Tambo International Airport, consider purchasing a pass into one of the VIP lounges. These lounges are available to everyone who buys a ticket – even economy passengers. Check with each lounge to find out the price of a pass.
  • O. R. Tambo International Airport is open 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. However, most of the shops and restaurants close at 11 p.m. If you have an overnight layover or are arriving late at night, keep this in mind and bring along a few snacks just in case.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from the United States to OR Tambo

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to OR Tambo? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7,8
KLMOverall score based on 1595 reviews
8,4Crew
7,2Entertainment
7,7Comfort
7,8Boarding
7,4Food
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The flight itself was fine, food was expired and gross, staff were mostly amazing! KLM messed up rebooking for our first two flights that got cancelled and we almost didn’t make it to Amsterdam for an additional two days

4,0 OkayJessica, Sept 2026
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The flight itself was fine, food was expired and gross, staff were mostly amazing! KLM messed up rebooking for our first two flights that got cancelled and we almost didn’t make it to Amsterdam for an additional two days

I think I previously submitted my feedback about flight lead Katherine in a different field by mistake. Please see those comments. Comments for Hyd to AMS are it was good. The flight lead and service met expectations for satisfactory high quality service but the flight lead did not stand out as exceptional as did the leads on the other two flights so I don’t remember anything specific one way or the other besides the fact I was satisfied.

Had to cancel and rebook, KLM connection was cancelled prior to departure, ended up flying to Munich on non-Delta carrier.

The crew were unprofessional with a racist element. I was physically abused as well from one of the crew members

They forgot to serve food and the crew was very unfriendly. Never experienced such a bad KLM flight. Usually fly from Toronto. New York was different.

Over 1 Hr delay. No APU so no AC on ground. Plane was hot during boarding and then they closed the doors over 20 minutes before engine start so interior of plane was steamy hot and stuffy. Could have been helped by opening doors until ready to depart.

My flight was delayed by 6 hours then I missed BOTH of my connecting flights, I then had to stay in the AIRPORT at JFK because soooooo many people also suffered from missing flights and there was no hotels available. I would like to be compensated for this experience! I had to stay in the airport for over 16 hours!

Cabin crew were excellent, very proffesional, polite and friendly, in flight snack was underwhelming, a packet of cheese biscuits, im sure KLM could run to a sandwich!

The flight itself it was great nice food the crew were very nice and helpful, Checking in from Birmingham wasn't great long queues for bag dropped, And I had my hand luggage case taken away from me even though I requested to have it with me as I had breakables items. I was told I can not because of the length of the flight with no explanation at all no options was given for me to take my fragile items out of my case it was taken away with hold buggage I find the staff member who was checking me in very unpleasant !! Can we please be advise if the rules have changed about the the carry on hand luggage it will be easier to be advise on booking your tickect if we not allowed to take the hand luggage with me. Overall I had a good flight .

Amazing KLM service and brilliant economy comfort seats. Well worth the extra.

The flight itself was ok but delayed take off meant that service was also delayed once in the air and it was a long time before the lights in the cabin were turned off. The food was pretty poor, which was disappointing for Virgin. Particularly breakfast which was a dry bagel with a pot of cream cheese. Economy sears were not comfortable despite us handing 3 seats between the two of us, I was unable to get comfortable and sleep. The entertainment was brilliant with a great selection and a very welcome addition was free high speed internet access for flying club members meaning I could stream video whilst in the air.

Food was okay. Seats were a bit cramped. In flight entertainment headphone socket didn't work on my seat. Wifi was great, so I was able to stream on my iPad

Selection of movies didn't include recent box office hits. Food was average not great. English sparkling wine is not drinkable. Otherwise, everything was great.

Check in at the desk was very slow pus Security, although not Virgin issue at JFK was a nightmare. 50 minuet wait no time to explore airport and get last minuet gifts. total wait 1.5hours

Seating and zone. The minor I went with didn’t even seat close to me

Great staff great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Great staff, great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

I was my pleasure to fly virgin on my birthday for my first solo trip ever 🫶🏼

Overall, flight was excellent but check in was very slow for Premium Economy. Economy queue was shorter but we weren't allowed to use it.

Very good airline. There is still some room for improvement but overall I’m happy

The flight went great. Of course sleeping is always a challenge for me when sitting up but there’s nothing they could’ve done about that. All went as great as it could’ve. Food great, friendly flight attendants and good entertainment.

We flew with Qatar Airlines before (2021) , the service was much better than this time, the flight attendants were not very friendly and cheerful . One of the attendants asked the person setting next to me (by the window) are you Mr. ……, if you may need any thing to let her know . I asked for a dinner meal with beef , she said, we are out, only chicken is available, then she said wait I may get you one with beef, she came back and gave me chicken. Then she gave the gentleman next to me the beef meal . The bathrooms were left dirty and full of overfilled paper tissues, urine every where on the floor and on the toilet seat . Qatar Airways has an excellent reputation and deserves better . Thank you 🙏

Horrible horrible plane for such a long flight. I thought Qatar was a reputable airline. Was proven so wrong. Never again…:-(

Qatar Airways has consistently set a standard in my mind that very few airlines manage to sustain, and once again, this journey in Economy Class lived up to that expectation. As an avid globetrotter who travels extensively for work, I experience many airlines, service cultures, and levels of hospitality. Yet there is something reassuringly consistent about Qatar Airways. It is not simply the onboard service, but the entire experience: the professionalism, courtesy, warmth, attentiveness, and genuine sense of hospitality. The cabin crew are exceptionally well trained, composed, aligned, and polished in their delivery, yet their interactions rarely feel mechanical. They remain remarkably courteous while retaining a genuine human warmth and an apparent eagerness to assist. On almost every Qatar journey, there are individual crew members who somehow manage to stand out and make the experience even more memorable. What I value most is the consistency. Qatar Airways has established a certain benchmark of expectation for me and, over many journeys, has never underdelivered against it. There is a sense of confidence and ease that comes with boarding a Qatar flight because I know the overall experience will be thoughtfully delivered. For someone who spends a considerable amount of time travelling, that peace of mind matters enormously. Qatar Airways remains one of the airlines I genuinely enjoy flying, not because of any single aspect of the service, but because of the complete package and the remarkable consistency with which it is delivered. The only disappointment on this occasion was that my luggage did not arrive with me at my final destination in Kolkata (CCU), following my journey from Seattle (SEA) via Doha (DOH). Unfortunately, the baggage was delayed in Doha. A baggage exception report is already on file with the local airport team in CCU. Given the confidence Qatar Airways has built with me over the years, I remain optimistic that they will once again live up to that expectation, work their magic, and reunite me with my luggage within the next 24 hours. Looking forward to a swift resolution and, notwithstanding this final hiccup, another thoroughly enjoyable Qatar Airways journey.

Mediocre movies Too cold Didn’t have extra blankets Check in was too long (60-70 min coming 3 hours early) Breakfast was terrible Great WiFi however And smooth ride Dinner was decent

Really good food and service. Qatar Airways is again and again provided an exceptional experience.

Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

All our luggage arrive wet a lot of damage on it and in bad situation, broken and open

everythings was good only the food is bad they don’t have enough food for all peoples they have only pasta and when i asked them about beef they said we don’t have

First Flight got delayed had to get rebook for another plane ride to connect the next day the process was not helpful at all had to figure the whole processs myself poor service plane was small and customer service was horrible will not fly this airline again

Excellent overall. Boarding was a mess. Queue up too early, takes too long for them to start boarding but they want everyone to queue up and wait and wait.

When getting to our seats a blanket, headphones and pillow where there already. The food was very good and plentiful. I liked when they came around w/hot towels to freshen up with. Slippers, socks and an eye mask was a nice surprise. My husband and I have mobility issues and the transporters were absolutely wonderful and helpful w/the wheelchairs at each stop. Getting from one gate to the next they were a blessing.

The taxi drivers are very rude. Didn’t wait. They said you come in 5minutes or I leave. Did not leave any messages on front desk and they left. We have to hire new cabs in turkey.

Everything was good except for the seating arrangements. We could not get seats to be seated together with my wife. We’re unfortunately.

Make sure to request a vegetarian meal in advance. They printed out menus for all passengers with the options but by the time they were halfway through (for breakfast and dinner), the vegetarian options were already all taken.

Very good except the boarding process too forever and wasn’t organized by group. I had a heavy pack or I wouldn’t have minded. I was in business. There were no audible announcements in the waiting area about boarding and everyone packed into the boarding area. Then boarding stopped for a long time but the staff made no announcements to update waiting passengers about the holdup. The flight was good after we got on.

This is the first and last time I will be traveling Turkish airlines. The flight was delayed three times. Second time we sat on the aircraft for approximately an hour and a half. Initially told that the delay would only be 15 minutes then no explanation thereafter except that we were deboarding. We missed our connecting flights to Zimbabwe, and had to pay for a overnight hotel stay in addition to paying for a new tickets to our get to our final destination. They allowed us to order food from the airport food court but only from fast food and even that they limited the menu items we could select. I would some to contact me about the refund on the hotel and the connecting flight!

Starlink internet made the flight time shrink and I was able to work.

Tiny seat made for midgets. You can’t put a normal size human in such a tiny seat for 8 god damn hours! Hot plane, no air. Lost bags at Rome airport for 8 hours, lucky to have found them. Horrible flying experience, United Airlines should be embarrassed!

The issue is the flight is delayed, which causes me Missing the connecting flight by 3 mins. Remember the connecting flight is a US codeshare flight so UA should be able to inform the operating airline about the delay.

Seats are made for children. An 8 hour flight with tiny seats is more like a cattle car. Lost bags at Rome airport caused a 7 hour delay.

We sat on the tarmac in Denver for over 30 minutes because a plane was in our gate. The pilot kept saying it will just be 5 minutes or less. However, we sat for over 30 minutes. Experiences like this make customers not trust what the pilot is saying.

Waited on tarmac for approximately 15-25 minutes before taking off. When landing, the time it took to taxi to our gate was the also 15-25 minutes.

Waited on tarmac to take off for approximately 15-25 minutes. When landing, the taxi to our gate took a similar amount of time. This happened on both of my United flights.

Staff on the plane was incredible. Check-in was very complicated with no staff to help at the airport. I was charged for a second bag even though my ticket says 2 bags are free

Staff could’ve been a little more cordial. The men were much more friendlier than the women. My daughter and I also missed the 2nd to last meal as we were sleeping but that is on us.

The food needs to be improved, up to the standard of the people and the accommodation.

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