A visit to your doctor, who should also be able to advise you on vaccinations, is recommended prior to travelling. Foreign travelers are required to pay for all lodging with foreign currency or credit cards. Zimbabwe currency, even if obtained by exchanging foreign cash or travelers' checks within the country, will not be accepted for payment of hotel bills. The climate in Zimbabwe is tropical, moderated by altitude, with a rainy season from November to March. Most Zimbabweans wear western dress, with traditional clothes saved for special occasions and festivals.
Dresses can either be of western or traditional Zimbabwean style and colors.
Many Zimbabweans are multi-lingual and may mix languages in their speech. Time Zone Zimbabwe is seven hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time. Daylight Savings Time is not observed. Direct international regional flights are available to Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique, Kenya, Botswana, and South Africa. Air cargo facilities are provided by Affretair which has earned a reputation for fast and reliable service.