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Well, this year I graduated with a Bachelors in Business with a major in Accounting from UCLA (University of California in Los Angeles). I worked extremely hard and, to reward myself, I'm going to visit a cool country - maybe checkout the wildlife of Africa or the natural beauty of Australia. I don't want to visit an Americanized country. To be honest, I'm quite tired of seeing malls, McDonalds and Katy Perry everywhere.
So I have made two choices: visit Africa (continent) or visit Australia. So, I'd like to know which language is commonly spoken in Australia to prepare myself for any uncertainties. Do you guys understand English? Also, what's the natural beauty like in Australia? I've heard quite a bit about the wildback (desert) and it would be amazing to camp there with the locals to experience a whole different world. Steve Irwin has showed some beautiful places in Australia and it's great to see that people there are living through the simplest means with as little as possible. I commend you Australians! *Sigh* I need a break from this materialistic country!
I don't understand the anger. I'm sorry, I just wanted to inquire about the language. Australia isn't resonated in the minds of Americans, that's why I asked.
Answer
Oh boy, Australia really must seem a long way away for you. So aside from half of Australia shaking their heads in disbelief at how green your question sounds, I will attempt to answer it in the spirit with which it was asked - pure innocence:
Most western countries in the world have cities with shopping malls and some Americanised stuff. You will find that sort of thing in Johannesburg just as you would in Sydney, Australia. But you can also find amazing wilderness areas and ancient beautiful landscapes in what us Australians call the outback. You have to travel beyond the cities to places on the edge of your comfort zone. I would suggest you join an outback camping tour, with tents and campfire meals included. This way you get to experience the simple life, while also backed up by experienced guides that can handle any emergency. The outback can be a dangerous place for the unwary. So don't head out there without taking someone along who is experienced in travelling in these regions.
I would suggest you visit Western Australia. Fly to Perth and then take tours or drive yourself up the west coast. Be sure to visit some of the following outback areas:
* the Pinnacles desert
* Shark Bay and Monkey Mia
* Ningaloo Reef
* Kata Tjuta NP - including, Red Gorge, Hancock Gorge, Tunnel Creek and Python Pool.
* Horizontal Falls
* the Bungle Bungles (Purnulu NP).
* the Gibb River road through the Kimberley region (off road vehicles only).
* any of the pristine beaches along the west coast - including Cape Keraudren, Kalbarri, Cable Beach and many others.
If you visit Queensland then be sure to check out:
* the Great Barrier reef
* the Daintree Rainforest (the world's oldest rainforest)
* Gulf of Carpentaria
A few things you need to know:
* Language - everyone in the country speaks English in some form or other. It is the national language. Australia follows many British spelling conventions. Although we do recognise and understand most Americanisms when we see them.
* Australia is a huge country. It is about the same size as the continental United States, with 1/10 of the population. Most of the people living here live within 100 miles of the beach. So when you head into the outback it really is an empty place. It is quite true that in the remotest areas neighbours can be more than 100 kms away from each other.
* Distances are huge. It is about 2500 miles (4000 kms) from the west coast to the east coast. You need to pick a region and concentrate on seeing what there is to see there. You will likely need to travel by jet aircraft between major cities, and even regional towns to get near to where you want to go. You are looking at around a 13 hour flight from west coast of America to east coast of Australia. Flights from Sydney to Perth are about 4 hours flying time.
* The Australian outback is a harsh and unforgiving place. You will need to be prepared for visiting it. I strongly suggest you choose an outback tour over trying to visit these places on your own. You don't want to put yourself in the position where people cannot find you. Australia is like a hot version of Canada. If you stray off the beaten track far enough, you can find yourself lost very easily.
In saying all this, Australia is an amazing place. It has wildlife found no where else on the planet. It has landscapes that will take your breath away. It is well worth the effort to find those untouched corners of this continent. They will be memories you will never forget. Have a great trip.
Oh boy, Australia really must seem a long way away for you. So aside from half of Australia shaking their heads in disbelief at how green your question sounds, I will attempt to answer it in the spirit with which it was asked - pure innocence:
Most western countries in the world have cities with shopping malls and some Americanised stuff. You will find that sort of thing in Johannesburg just as you would in Sydney, Australia. But you can also find amazing wilderness areas and ancient beautiful landscapes in what us Australians call the outback. You have to travel beyond the cities to places on the edge of your comfort zone. I would suggest you join an outback camping tour, with tents and campfire meals included. This way you get to experience the simple life, while also backed up by experienced guides that can handle any emergency. The outback can be a dangerous place for the unwary. So don't head out there without taking someone along who is experienced in travelling in these regions.
I would suggest you visit Western Australia. Fly to Perth and then take tours or drive yourself up the west coast. Be sure to visit some of the following outback areas:
* the Pinnacles desert
* Shark Bay and Monkey Mia
* Ningaloo Reef
* Kata Tjuta NP - including, Red Gorge, Hancock Gorge, Tunnel Creek and Python Pool.
* Horizontal Falls
* the Bungle Bungles (Purnulu NP).
* the Gibb River road through the Kimberley region (off road vehicles only).
* any of the pristine beaches along the west coast - including Cape Keraudren, Kalbarri, Cable Beach and many others.
If you visit Queensland then be sure to check out:
* the Great Barrier reef
* the Daintree Rainforest (the world's oldest rainforest)
* Gulf of Carpentaria
A few things you need to know:
* Language - everyone in the country speaks English in some form or other. It is the national language. Australia follows many British spelling conventions. Although we do recognise and understand most Americanisms when we see them.
* Australia is a huge country. It is about the same size as the continental United States, with 1/10 of the population. Most of the people living here live within 100 miles of the beach. So when you head into the outback it really is an empty place. It is quite true that in the remotest areas neighbours can be more than 100 kms away from each other.
* Distances are huge. It is about 2500 miles (4000 kms) from the west coast to the east coast. You need to pick a region and concentrate on seeing what there is to see there. You will likely need to travel by jet aircraft between major cities, and even regional towns to get near to where you want to go. You are looking at around a 13 hour flight from west coast of America to east coast of Australia. Flights from Sydney to Perth are about 4 hours flying time.
* The Australian outback is a harsh and unforgiving place. You will need to be prepared for visiting it. I strongly suggest you choose an outback tour over trying to visit these places on your own. You don't want to put yourself in the position where people cannot find you. Australia is like a hot version of Canada. If you stray off the beaten track far enough, you can find yourself lost very easily.
In saying all this, Australia is an amazing place. It has wildlife found no where else on the planet. It has landscapes that will take your breath away. It is well worth the effort to find those untouched corners of this continent. They will be memories you will never forget. Have a great trip.
travelling australia?
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hi everyone,
my names fiona, my partner and i are planning trip around australia. we are from melbourne and would love for people who have traveled aus to share there stories and there favorite places to visit as its extremely overwhelming when we look at a map or even try to decide where we would like to start!
also any info on a good 4x4 we should buy or any thing else you would love to add!
thanks heaps in advance :-)
thanks yeh been up to qld gold coast! my school did that same trip as well. im extremely keen to go to the gorges in NT!
Answer
You don't need a 4wd to go around Australia. The roads are sealed all the way around unless you plan to go 4wd tracks. They are expensive to run . You are better with a campervan or a small car and take a tent with you. There are some great places along the the QLD coast. Airlie beach being one of them I love the NT you want to be there between April and September the dry season. keep back from those rivers The crocs can come out real fast. It depends what time of year you set out which way you go. Down south and over to Perth if you leave in Summer so the weather is good for the tropics to start heading up there in April. Some will say the Nullabor is boring. Ive travelled the Nullabor about 8 times and every time something different i love then once over around the coast from Esperance through albany and Margaret river way is great do a few little diversions to the forest areas. But you will miss kalgoorlie out so if you wanted you could go to kalgoorlie then back track to Esperance. A bit out the way but to see the super pit is a mighty scene. Once north of WA the Broome is a must and the trip on the Fitroy river Geike gorge at Fitroy crossing is worth it for sure. Make sure you are in a roadside service such as RACV always carry plenty of water and insect repellent some cash incase eftpos machines are down. a torch shop in supermarkets. you will find plenty of other travellers in rest areas and one picks up tips and ideas from them.
You don't need a 4wd to go around Australia. The roads are sealed all the way around unless you plan to go 4wd tracks. They are expensive to run . You are better with a campervan or a small car and take a tent with you. There are some great places along the the QLD coast. Airlie beach being one of them I love the NT you want to be there between April and September the dry season. keep back from those rivers The crocs can come out real fast. It depends what time of year you set out which way you go. Down south and over to Perth if you leave in Summer so the weather is good for the tropics to start heading up there in April. Some will say the Nullabor is boring. Ive travelled the Nullabor about 8 times and every time something different i love then once over around the coast from Esperance through albany and Margaret river way is great do a few little diversions to the forest areas. But you will miss kalgoorlie out so if you wanted you could go to kalgoorlie then back track to Esperance. A bit out the way but to see the super pit is a mighty scene. Once north of WA the Broome is a must and the trip on the Fitroy river Geike gorge at Fitroy crossing is worth it for sure. Make sure you are in a roadside service such as RACV always carry plenty of water and insect repellent some cash incase eftpos machines are down. a torch shop in supermarkets. you will find plenty of other travellers in rest areas and one picks up tips and ideas from them.
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