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Tips for bargain backpacking in Australia

Posted on February 14, 2012 by noel in Backpacking & Accommodation, Travel Tips

Posted on Tuesday 07 February 2012 in Australia By Dylan Thomas Exploring the 7.6 million square miles of Australia’s outback is a daunting task for any backpacker on a tight budget. Travelling between Melbourne and Sydney, the two most populous cities in Australia, can thin an already-slimming wallet. More backpackers are resorting to hopping on the train to get to-and-from ideal destinations, and hostels remain jam-packed with people trying to save a few dollars. Read...Read More

Compulsory full-body scans for Aus

Posted on February 7, 2012 by noel in News, Travel Tips

Passengers passing through Australian airports will have no choice but to undergo a full body scan or cancel their travel plans under new laws the Federal Parliament hopes to introduce later this week. With scanner installation expected in all international airports across the country from July this year, the Government has pushed for the approval of the proposed Aviation Security Amendment Bill 2012 that will remove the pat down option and make it mandatory for passengers selected to participate...Read More

Brisbane to Sydney: What are my travel options?

Posted on February 1, 2012 by noel in Transport, Travel Tips

There are plenty of ways you can travel between Brisbane and Sydney. You can fly, bus, train or drive with the distance between these locations being around 1000kms (depending on which route and travel option you choose to take). Each option has its good and bad points and varies in cost. Before you decide which option you want to take, you should consider what your travel plans and budget are and weigh up the pros and cons of each alternative. With a little research I’ve come up with a bit of travel ...Read More

Australia First Time Visitor Guide

Posted on January 31, 2012 by noel in Accommodation, Backpacking & Accommodation, Travel Tips

by Brooke | March 9th, 2011 | WhyGoAustralia | Are you currently planning your very first trip to Australia but realizing that Australia is a really big country? Are you starting to feel a little overwhelmed? It’s okay; I’ve been there. This is one gigantic and beautiful country – one that many people get but one opportunity to visit – so we want to make the most of the stay by seeing the best on offer. In addition to that, we also want to be prepared, which means knowing what to pack, how to...Read More

Driving in Queensland with a foreign licence

Posted on January 23, 2012 by noel in Travel Law, Travel Tips

Information retrieved directly from the Queensland Govt Website What is a foreign driver licence? A foreign driver licence is a licence to drive a motor vehicle issued to you under the law of another country. Note: A New Zealand driver licence is also a foreign driver licence. Can I drive in Queensland under my valid foreign driver licence? When driving on a road in Queensland under your valid foreign driver licence you must: only drive the class of motor vehicle authorised on that licence comply with the...Read More

Tasmania, hottest in 2012 travel

Posted on January 11, 2012 by noel in Travel Tips

Tuesday, 10 January 2012| Travel Blackboard Spreading across the global travel radar, Tasmania is pegged to be one of the hottest holiday destinations worldwide during the year. Drawn to its under-the-radar feel, upcoming art scene and pristine nature, the state located below the main Australian island is expected to draw a large number of visitors from across the world, according to research compiled by guidebook producers, Mr & Mrs Smith. Read the full story on Travel Blackboard Check out...Read More

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