Travel Tips

Australia is a magnet for modern explorers and adventurers and has a great deal to offer tourists and holidaymakers. Visit and explore this world class destination but few Australia travel tips would come handy.

Below is a list of Australia travel tips which should be followed while visiting the country:

Climate: Australia is temperate, most of the country receiving more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year. In summer (December to March) the average temperature is 84°F (29°C). Winter (June to August) averages 56°F (13°C) for the country as a whole, with warm days and mild nights in the northern areas, becoming cool and showery in the south.

Clothing: Australians are generally an informal attitude be it their dress or behavior.  In the tropics lightweight (natural fibers) clothing is suitable year-round. In the southern temperate regions, summers (Dec-Feb) are warm to hot and lightweight clothes are suitable for daytime, but keep a jacket or sweater handy as nights may be cool. For the southern winters (Jun-Aug) sweaters and warmer clothes are advisable.

Credit Cards & Travelers Checks: The most commonly accepted credit cards are American Express, Bankcard, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa and their affiliates. You should cash traveler checks at banks or larger hotels as it may be difficult elsewhere. Some banks may charge a small fee for cashing travelers’ checks.

Currency & Exchange: Australian currency is decimal with the dollar as the basic unit (100 cents = one dollar).

Electricity: The electrical current in Australia is 240/250 volts, AC 50Hz. Three-pin plugs are used but are different to those in most other countries, so an adapter is normally required.

Language: English is the official language.

Safety: The crime rate in Australia is low; however travelers should be aware that tourists could be targeted by petty criminals. Be watchful about personal possessions and travel documents, particularly in popular tourist destinations.

Accommodation: Australia has a number of hotels, resorts, inns that range from high end luxury hotels to basic cheap and budget hotels. If you are traveling in peak season, advance booking is wise. If it is lean period, try and explore to find a hotel on your own.

Tipping: A gratuity of between 5 to 15% is usually expected in cafes and restaurants in the larger cities, though tipping is a relatively new phenomenon in Australia. Taxi drivers are happy to be left with the change.