Traveling to Australia: Practical Guide for a Successful Trip!
Introduction
Australia is a country rich in suggestions, beauty and numerous possibilities both for its visitors but also for those who, driven by excellent quality of life and work opportunities, intend to extend their stay and make Australia their own home . We know well, however, that, beyond the enthusiasm, the desire to explore and experience every nuance of a trip of this kind, before embarking on a project of this type there are some things to keep in mind to ensure that, his own experience becomes not only a real success but also a satisfying adventure from a logistic and cultural point of view. For this reason today, with this guide, we want to give you all the information you need, all practical advice, for your next adventure. Let's start now!
Things to know before leaving
Let's explore, step by step, what are the priority steps, the key things to take into account before leaving for Australia. Let's see them together. Flights There are many airlines that fly to Australia, although prices can vary greatly, so it's worth it. Consider the duration of the flight and the obligatory stops. First, contact the major airlines or your nearest specialist travel agent in Australia. Transfers to and from the airport All of Australia's international airports have regular public transport services, such as buses, trains, taxis and private transfers, with the city center. They also have regular bus services that offer transfers to accommodation places. Cruise Many transatlantic visit Australian cities and offer the possibility of excursions and return on the ship, or to extend the stay and resume the flight to the place of origin. Most of these ocean liners visit the Australian coast during the summer months.
Customs and quarantine The laws regulating Australian customs prohibit the entry into the country of drugs, steroids, weapons, firearms and protected species. Some common items such as fresh or packaged food, fruit, eggs, meat, plants, seeds, skins and feathers are also prohibited. There is no set money limit but you need to declare amounts above $ 10,000. Drugs Medicines that are introduced into Australia for personal use are subject to controls and must be declared on arrival in the country. It is advisable to bring the prescription or a letter to the doctor explaining your medical condition and the medication you are taking.
Vaccines You do not need to be vaccinated unless you are from or visited a country infected with yellow fever within six days of arrival. Insurance We strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance covering theft, loss, accidents and health problems. If you intend to do some kind of adventure sports like motorcycling, skiing or even hiking, check that your policy offers complete coverage. The Australian government maintains mutual agreements that cover limited subsidiary health services for medical treatment with some countries through Medicare.
Duty free shopping You can buy duty free shops once you have purchased your plane ticket. The amount of items, such as alcohol and tobacco, that can be entered in the country is limited. You must declare items that exceed these limits in the customs. You should also consider the restrictions on the amount of liquid you can carry on board.
The climate of Australia It varies depending on the area of the continent: from hot and tropical to the north, cold and even snowy to the south. Our stations are the opposite of those in the northern hemisphere. Between the months of December and February it is summer in much of the country and the rainy season reaches the tropical north. The Australian winter, which lasts from June to August, is usually temperate, but snow can be found in the mountainous regions of the south and on sunny and dry days in the northern states. It is important to protect yourself from the powerful Australian sun with a hat, t-shirt and sunscreen with a protection factor of more than 30. There are three Australia time zones. Eastern Standard Time (EST) for Eastern States, Center Standard Time (CST) for Northern Territory and South Australia and Western Standard Time (WST) for Western Australia. In CST it is half an hour less than EST and in WST two hours less than EST. Currency The Australian currency is the Australian dollar (AUD) and can change in international banks, hotels and airports. The most commonly accepted credit cards are American Express, Bankcard, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa, JCB and its affiliated companies.
Language The official language of Australia is English. However, thanks to its status as a multicultural nation with a significant number of immigrant population, we have a great diversity of languages and cultures.
VISA Unless you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, you will need a visa to enter Australia. People with a New Zealand passport can apply for a visa once they are in the country. All those who have another passport must apply for a visa before leaving their country of origin. You can apply for multiple visas, including tourist visas and vacation visas with a work permit, at the nearest Australian embassy. Much depends on the type of trip you intend to take. Some examples of the main things you can do with a visa for Australia? Here is a simple statement to give you an idea:
What you can do with a valid Australia visa Tourist Visa for Australia Visit the country as a tourist Visit friends and relatives Study in Australia for up to three months
Business visa for Australia Engaging in business activities provided you do not work in a company or local organization, do not sell goods and services to the public You can start a job search You can search, sign, or revise business contracts You can perform official activities on behalf of government organizations You can attend conferences, fairs and seminars
The eVisitor Australia visa is valid for 1 year and allows a maximum period of stay of three months on Australian territory. With eVisitor Australia you have the opportunity to
enter the territory several times during its validity, and stay in Australia for a maximum of 3 months during the 12 months from the release date of eVisitor Australia. The Evisitor Australia visa has two variants: eVisitor Tourist e eVisitor Business.
Visa Australia. How to do? We know how intricate and complex it can be to obtain a visa but, above all, how difficult it can be to understand all the required bureaucratic steps, understand parameters and requirements and so on. ETA Australia can help you in all the procedures in order to obtain a visa in an easy, simple and fast way, through real guided procedures and lots of information to have everything you need for your Australian travel project. To learn more, visit the website ETA Australia and you will find all the answers you need for a successful and stress-free VISA experience.
These are some of the key information to consider before embarking on a trip to Australia. Now let's move on to some other advice to make a successful adventure exploring the best of the country in a practical, simple and exciting way.
How to make the perfect trip
Have all the documents ready pre-departure As we have anticipated in the first part of this guide, before leaving it will be essential to have in mind what are the documents to have in order to enter the country. In addition to the passport and visa in original format, always make an extra photocopy of each document in case of loss to avoid unpleasant surprises. Create an itinerary Australia is really rich in things to do and see and, for this reason, organization is really everything. You cannot, in fact, undertake such a journey with your eyes closed without a minimum of preparation and organization as you may lose some of the highlights in favor of experiences that are perhaps trivial and not at all typically local. Before leaving, therefore, it will be interesting to draw up a list of both the things we would like to see but also the things we would do to get an overall idea of the type of trip we are going to do but also the times and distances between our points of interest. The best things to see and do Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane but also Perth and Cairns are many cities to see in Australia and, each of them, has its own soul and its cultural burden that would be a shame to lose. The smartest and most practical thing to do is to use the city of arrival, that is, the city in which you will land, as a starting point for a more wide-ranging journey, perhaps aiming for a mode of exploration on the road to visit as much as possible. possible in the shortest possible time.
In addition to the cities, certainly that cannot be missed in order to understand the perfect synthesis between history, tradition and the desire for modernity and progress (visible especially in the smaller cities), you cannot miss
the opportunity to explore the beautiful Australian nature: between the beaches of the Gold Coast and the natural parks scattered throughout the country, a trip to Australia would not be complete without plunging into its natural beauties by coming into contact with an absolutely breath-taking flora and fauna. As for things to do, in Australia there are many activities in which to challenge themselves to live the Australian dream. These mainly concern outdoor activities and in contact with nature: so why not take a surf lesson, why not make friends with the kangaroos at Pebbly Beach, snorkel to admire the seabed or go trekking? along the coastal paths for unforgettable views? In addition to these more adventurous activities, for all those who want to live their holiday of relaxation, not to be missed are the activities most focused on local culture and all that is typically Australian. For this reason we recommend trying typical dishes, talking with the locals and getting into the true spirit of the place, perhaps looking for ancient cultures and Aboriginal people visiting museums and trying out guided tours to discover the Australian roots. In short, the things to do in Australia are really a lot and really satisfy any type of traveler!
.. And if instead you want to try to change your life by living and working in Australia? Know that, in order to work in Australia, that is to carry out paid work tasks, the tourist visas mentioned above in the guide are not valid for this purpose. The type of Business visa is limited to on-site surveys for jobs, participation in congresses, conventions and similar situations but, to be clear, it is not possible to work at a company or sell goods on Australian soil. This type of visa, however, could be the first way towards a more farreaching project because it allows you to stay in Australia for a considerable period of time to start looking for a job, a house or similar things. In short, it could be the first step to test the terrain and see if your dream of living and working in Australia
is actually achievable and under what conditions. In order to work in Australia, in fact, there are other types of visas. For more information, always consult the ETA Australia visa site.
Conclusions A trip to Australia can be an absolutely unique experience, regardless of the type of trip or project you have in mind. This country is in fact full of many opportunities but also of so much beauty and we hope that, with this useful and practical guide, you have a little 'clearer what is the best way to embark on the journey of your dreams in a simple, practical and optimized. We always advise you to organize your trip well in advance without leaving anything to chance and focusing on the search for requirements, necessary documentation but also for all the places to see and the things you intend to do, creating a perfect travel plan for your needs and your needs. times. Booking well in advance will give you the opportunity to take advantage of the best offers (especially as regards air travel and accommodation) but also to have well set the entire itinerary to better enjoy the Australian trip without really losing anything. If what frightens you are the bureaucratic dynamics for Australia visa, resort to ETA Australia and you will have everything clearer and well outlined without unpleasant surprises!
Enjoy your trip!