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The Twelve Apostles, Victoria
Author: Richard Mikalsen (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported)
My Australa Travel Guide is created to showcase all that Australia has to offer. Australia is a country in the Asia-Pacific region. Often regarded as part of Oceania, it is the only country to occupy an entire continent - albeit the smallest one. The land area of Australia totals 7,617,930 square kilometers (2,941,299 square miles), making it the sixth largest country in the world. The population of Australia, however, is a mere 22.1 million, giving it a population density of less than 3 persons per kilometer. The modern settlement of Australia was founded when British colonies were created in parts of New South Wales. This began with the founding of Port Jackson by Captain Arthur Phillip on 26 January, 1788. That date is used as Australia's national day, called Australia Day. The passing of the Australia Act 1986 cut the final constitutional ties between Australia and the UK.  Sydney Opera House Author: Hai Linh Truong (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic) The capital of Australia is Canberra. It is located on the northern part of the Australian Capital Territory, which was carved out of New South Wales in 1911. Canberra was named the National Capital of Australia two years later, in 1913. Australia's independence from Britain began with the drafting of the Australian Constitution on 1 January, 1901. It continued with the Statute of Westminster of 1931, which severed constitutional links between Australia and the United Kingdom. Most of the population of Australia is concentrated into half a dozen major cities, while the rural areas are sparsely populated. Visitors to Australia come to appreciate its landscape and its nature. Distances are great and going from one place to another may take a full day, if not days. Nevertheless, there is much to see, from the Great Barrier Reef in the northeast to the desert and natural rock formations in the central and western parts of Australia.  Surfers Paradise, Queensland Author: thinboyfatter (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic) Fast Facts about AustraliaWhen to visit AustraliaFor a country the size of Australia, there is something to do to fill every season. You can split Australia into two climatic zones: the tropical zone all the way from the north to the Tropic of Capricorn, and south of that, the temperate zone. The summers (December to February) are hot, but it's a great time to head to the beach. In the north, however, it gets very humid and often rainy in summer. The weather is milder in spring and autumn. Winters are cold in the temperate zone, while in the tropics, it is cool and dry. You can ski at some mountain resorts in New South Wales in winter. Camel Cup, Alice Springs Author: © Tourism NT What to wear in AustraliaIn the south, lightweight clothing is sufficient for summer, with warmer clothing in the cooler months. In the north, you can survive with lightweights throughout the year. Protection from the sun is recommended if you are going to the sea, the beach or the desert.Australian Time ZonesMainland Australia operates under three time zones:Australia Entry RequirementsApart from the nationals of New Zealand, everybody else require a visa to enter Australia. Please check with on the Australian Immigration website, www.immi.gov.au. Citizens of some countries may also use the Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) Visa. For details, go to www.eta.immi.gov.auPreparing Money for your trip to AustraliaThe currency used in Australia is the Australian dollar (AUD). The following are the latest rates for Australian dollar in the last 24-hours. Scotts Peak, Lake Pedder, Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area Author: Pointillist (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported) Getting into AustraliaInternational travellers may enter Australia through any of its major cities, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Darwin. Approximately half the international travellers to Australia arrive through Sydney, most staying in Sydney Hotels.Sydney Airport (in full, Sydney Kingsford-Smith International Airport, SYD), located south of Sydney in Mascot, NSW, is the most important airport in Australia for both international and domestic flights. Sydney Airport is only 8km from the city centre, and has three main terminals: T1, T2 and T3. T1 is the International Terminal, while T2 and T3 are for domestic flights. T1 is separated from T2 and T3 by a runway, so travellers transiting between terminals should allow sufficient time between flights. Terminals T2 and T3 are next to each other, so you can walk between them. To reach T1 from T2 and T3 or vice versa, you need to take a transport. If you are flying with Qantas, you can use the air-side shuttle service. Otherwise, the options are train, bus and taxi.
Getting Out of Sydney AirportThe following options are available to travellers leaving the airport:
InformationThe Tourism NSW Information Desk is available at Level 1 of the T1 terminal, and open from 6:00am to 11:00pm every day, to provide you help on accommodation, tours, etc.Budget Travel within in AustraliaVisitors planning to explore Australia on their own must always take into consideration the great distances between places. The most practical option to traverse tge distance between cities is to fly, and upon arrival to drive. Elder Park Rotunda, Adelaide Author: Peripitus (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported) Domestic Flights in AustraliaFlying is the most popular and least time-consuming way to travel between cities in Australia. The following are airlines flying domestic routes:
Across Australia by TrainUnlike more densely populated developed countries, Australia does not have a high-speed train service across the country. There are a few great cross-country trains as is documented below. Those taking the train across Australia will be rewarded with memorable experiences that cannot be duplicated by domestic flights.Tourist TrainsGreat Southern Railway, www.gsr.com.au offers one of the most absorbing train experiences across Australia, on three lines, namely The Ghan, Indian Pacific and The Overland:
Commuter Trains
Across Australia by BusGreyhound Australia provides interstate bus services across Australia.Where to stay in AustraliaYou are quite spoiled for choice when in Australia. Use this link to see a comparison of room rates from different Hotels in Australia, provided by the best Hotel Booking sites on the web. Also, it is well known that Sydney hotels offer excellent services with great rates.Money matters in AustraliaThe Australian Dollar (AUD, symbol A$) is composed of 100 cents. Banknotes come in denominations of $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100 while coins are available in 5, 10, 20, 50 cents, $1 and $2. Banking hours are 9:30am to 4:00pm Mon-Thurs and 9:30am - 5:00pm Fridays, but may vary slightly across the country.At time of writing (Oct 2007), USD1.00 = AUD1.11, €1.00 = AUD1.57. For the latest exchange go to the Oanda Currency Converter. Education in AustraliaAustralia continues to attract students from around the world for its high-quality standards in education. Learn why Australia is now a great place to learn a foreign language, among others, as well as one where thousands are obtaining their undergraduate and post-graduate degrees.Plan for AustraliaPlan your perfect trip abroad this year by arranging a holiday in Australia. Make sure to stop by Sydney. You will find a list of Sydney vacation ideas all over the web. Whether it's a couples getaway or a family holiday, make sure you get cheap flights to Australia online. Pinnacles Desert, Western Australia Author: Zoharby (Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported) UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Australia
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