Australia Travel Guide

Australia — Travel Tips

Don’t drive into rural Australia without taking necessary precautions, such as bringing food, water, and plenty of gas
Wear sunscreen when holidaying, as Australia’s sun is unforgiving
Have a well-planned itinerary for getting between regions as travel times can be daunting
Avoid traveling in Australia’s northern regions during the wet season
Always swim between the red and yellow flags when swimming at the beach
Australia has some of the most poisonous animals in the world, including snakes, spiders, and marine creatures; it is best to stay away from local wildlife, if you are in anyway unsure

Contact Numbers

Police: 000 / 131-444
Emergency: 000
Royal Melbourne Hospital: +61-3-9342-7802
Embassy of the United States of America (Canberra): +61-2-6214-5600
British High Commission (Canberra): +61-2-6270-6666
Canadian High Commission (Canberra): +61-2-6270-4000
Yellow Cab: +61-7-3391-5955