Tayla Blaire is a Joburg-based writer, voted Most Likely To Convince Some Random Person to Visit South Africa. When she isn’t scribbling, she’s plotting her next trip, probably curating an itinerary that’ll make her mom worry and earn a high-five from her Canadian husband. Heli-hikes on glaciers? Yes, please. Tracking cheetah on foot? Done and dusted. While travel writing is her big love, she’s an ardent foodie, whether it’s food trucks or fine dining. She also loves helping new writers find their feet, especially when it comes to sharing their stories.

Tayla Blaire

City Expert, Time Out Johannesburg

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The 13 best hotels in Johannesburg

When it comes to finding the perfect place to stay and relax in Johannesburg, visitors are spoiled for choice. However, it can be a tricky decision. To make your life a little easier, we've highlighted the best hotels in Johannesburg in this convenient list. From high-end luxury stays to spending a night surrounded by nature, here are Johannesburg's best places to rest your head and set up base to explore the wonders of the City of Gold. 📍 The best things to do in Johannesburg🏨 Where to stay in Johannesburg☕️ The best cafés and coffee shops in Johannesburg This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.

The 13 best cafés and coffee shops in Johannesburg

The fast-paced nature of Johannesburg lends itself to a proper coffee culture, so we've hand-picked the best cafés and coffee shops the city has to offer. From chilling with some mates to crunching the numbers over a work meeting, these spots will not only cater to your food and drink needs, but they will provide you with a setting to either unwind or get the job done. 📍 The best things to do in Johannesburg🏨 Where to stay in Johannesburg