Travel Advice
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Popular Pages:
Plan your holiday
Researching your destination(s)
Be your own agent
Going solo or with mates?
Ethical or ‘Green’ travel information and resources
I’ve got two weeks off: get me out of here!
Why paid volunteer programs are a sham
Destination Tips
Tips on travel to and around popular destinations for Australians
Round The World Travel
On The Road
Lots of practical tips for after you hit the ground running
Travel Money
How much will my trip cost?
Saving for travel
The best travel credit card for Aussies to use overseas
Booking your next trip
Booking though a travel agent versus booking online
Travel agents dirty tricks
Using an agent (tips for getting the cheapest flights and prices through an agent)
Student discounts and other travel discount cards for Aussies (Are they worth it? do I get cheaper flights?)
The right travel insurance at the right price
Finding cheap flights
Finding the cheapest flights online
Destination tips (has info on budget airlines for a bunch of destinations)
A comprehensive guide to buying round the world tickets (read before you see an agent!)
Finding cheap accommodation online
Finding cheap hotels online
Booking and using hostels
Stay for free; couch surfing
Farm stays
General travel advice and information
Airline safety
Airport security regulations
Australian customs and quarantine what you can take out and bring back in
Baggage limits on international flights how much can you take on board?
Gay and Lesbian travellers resources
Frequent Flyer programs are they worth it?
Elections while overseas how to vote overseas (or not)
Mum and dad please chill out
Passport information costs /where to get it/ I lost it/shite I put it through the wash
The trouble with drugs overseas
Travel Alerts
Visas
Other general travel resources
Australian school holiday dates for every State and Territory
Australian Airport Links
Local Travel
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If you need a suggestion on where to stay during your travels in Australia, you’ll find plenty here to help you along your way. Australia is home to many options for visitors such as hostels, hotels, resorts and even time shares in many coastal settings.
