3 - Australia: travelling with a kangaroo

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If you are on the search for freedom and wide open spaces, then Australia is there waiting for your. But this vast country demands to be visited more than once. All the same, during you first trip you'll have the chance to come across the aborigines, to visit Sydney, meet some kangaroos, explore the Great Barrier Reef and also to initiate yourself with your first surfing lesson. The lone female traveller will feel completely at ease In Australia, as long as remembering to respect the customs and sites of the aborigines. Frank and good natured, the Australians will show you nothing but respect and courtesy. However, it pays to be vigilant in tourist areas and in the big cities where pickpockets are in operation. Again, common sense will tell you not to hitchhike which is often advised against and even banned in Queensland. As in many countries, rape drugs are present so always keep an eye on your drinks and meals. All in all though there is no real panic and you should just go with the Australian flow and have a 'g'day'!

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