TRAVEL TIPS
There are a number of important phone numbers in Australia that you may wish to keep in case of an emergency. The most important is for emergency services. In Australia, the emergency services number is 000. If you require police, ambulance or fire services, you can call this number for free from any phone (land line, mobile/cell or public) any time. There are severe penalties for misuse of this service.
Australia is a big country and a common way to get from place to place is to drive. If you want to drive in Australia, you should ensure that you are legally allowed to drive. Make sure you have an International Driver's License, obey speed limits, and obey Australia's road rules (which may be different to your own).
Be aware of what you can and can't bring into Australia. Australian Customs enforce their laws very strictly. Make sure you declare any items that are on the Customs arrival/departure cards that you fill in when you enter or leave the country.
TRAVEL GUIDE TO AUSTRALIA
About Australia
Australia is a popular travel destination amongst tourists due to its climate, beaches, relaxed atmosphere, unique wildlife and much more.
Australia has a relatively small population of 22 million, and though most of the population lives on the east or west coast, visitors will notice that Australia's cities seem much less crowded than many cities, and have many parks and gardens, even in heavily built up areas.
Travellers who visit multiple areas in Australia will also get a sense of how large Australia is. From north to south, the continent is approx 3,700 km, and 4,000 km from east to west. If you are planning a driving holiday, make sure you have plenty of time, driving from Sydney to Melbourne is 881 km and would require 10 hours or more of driving.
Australia's unique animals are a huge attraction for many tourists, as Australia has animals that simply do not exist anywhere else in the world. While it is not safe to try to approach these animals in the wild, there are many zoos and animal sanctuaries in Australia where you can get close, and even touch and hold them.
Australia is famous for its natural attractions, such as Uluru (Ayers Rock), or the Twelve Apostles on Victoria's south coast, the crystal clear waters of the west coast, the vast deserts of Australia's "red center" or the tropical or temperate rainforests in much of the east.
Australia is also a very multicultural country. Over time migrants from many countries have moved to Australia to make their new home. In major cities such as Melbourne and Sydney, you will find diverse cultures, specialty foods, clothes and more.
Whether you are looking for unforgettable experiences, amazing scenery, nightlife and parties, relaxation, or excitement, Australia has it all!
