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Places to visit Australia+

  • Australia

  • Kangaroo Island

    Australia's third largest island after Melville and Tasmania, Kangaroo Island is located 70 miles off the coast of Adelaide. It was discovered by the West in 1802 when British explorer Matthew Flinders

    Explore Kangaroo Island

  • L'Etat de Victoria et Melbourne

    Located in south eastern Australia, the State of Victoria is the country's smallest continental state. However, it nevertheless covers an area of 92,640 mi ²! Conversely, it is the second largest Australian

    Explore L'Etat de Victoria et Melbourne

  • Queensland

    It has to be said, more than one trip is needed to fully discover all of the riches that Queensland has to offer! Nicknamed the Sunshine State, this state on Australia's north-east coast is at least seven

    Explore Queensland

  • Southern Australia

    It has an area of 383,920 miles², and 2,295 miles of coastline and occupies 13% of the Australian continent. Welcome to South Australia! Between Spencer and Saint Vincent gulfs, the region is scattered

    Explore Southern Australia

In brief+

Weekly budget
£1000
Flight budget
£800
Flight duration
24h 
Time difference
+8h / +10h
Visa
No
Vaccinations
No
Currency
Dollar australien
Language(s)
English

Overview

Australia

Being a vast country, Australia is a real playground for the traveller seeking freedom and beautiful views. The desert landscapes in the north of the Red Centre and Ayers Rock, the sacred site of the Aborigines, contrast with the coasts and Bondi Beach, an Australian surfing beach 'par excellence'. And all this without mentioning the Great Barrier Reef, together with the migration of whales to different places in the country?.
Here, the postman does not distribute the post by bike but by plane. So you really need several trips to discover this territory. Crossing the country by train, trekking in Tasmania or travelling in the desert in a 4x4: come and say hello to the kangaroos!

pros

  •  A considerable variety of landscapes and numerous possibilities for activities on sea and land.
  •  Perfect tourist infrastructures and very modern means of transport.
  •  A varied climate, permitting to travel there in all seasons (by choosing your region carefully).

cons

  •  Even though the flight prices are increasingly accessible, a trip to Australia still calls for a considerable budget (£2,800).
  •  The flight time and considerable time difference.
  •  The extent of the country, imposing long journeys to get from one point to another.

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Country Guide

Australia Australia, All you need to know!

Our Editorial team's advice

Driving a 4x4 is not a problem as long as you take certain precautions. Always anticipate taking reserves of water and food in sufficient quantity, as well as spare tyres. This advice is, of course, only valid if you are venturing far into the Outback. Always notify the police or supply station of your departures, and take a mobile phone or radio transmitter with the frequency of the flying doctors. Normal driving rules apply on unsigned tracks and beaches, however, if you pass a vehicle, always remember to put your indicator on to indicate which side you are going to pass on.
Taking items through customs is very controlled and bag-checking is frequent. Apart from wine, do not try to take food through: it would be immediately confiscated for health reasons.
More than elsewhere, the sun in Australia is very dangerous for skin, and can cause several cancers. Take high rate sun protection (minimum 15), or total sun block and suitable clothing for very sensitive skin (together with a wide-brimmed hat).
Hitch-hiking is not advisable. It is actually forbidden in the state of Queensland. If, however, you do use this type of transport, always make sure that you are set down near to a service station or in an inhabited area. In Australia, you hitch-hike by putting your index finger up, not your thumb.

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  • The Red Centre, Ayers Rock, the Northern territory : Ayers Rock, Australia
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