Traveller Tips
- Use a skilled professional travel consultant - that's us
- Get Travel Insurance - it's obvious but really important
- Register with www.smarttraveller.gov.au - be informed and be prepared
- Learn how to use a needle & thread - good skill for wardrobe malfunctions
- Carry baby wipes / face wipes - helps you feel refreshed
- Learn how to say "No, thank you" and "Yes, please" - it's important to be nice
- Roll your clothes when packing - saves creases and space
- Carry plastic bags for dirty clothes - smelly socks will make everything smelly
- Learn to pack light - The less you carry the happier you will be
- Know how much it should cost in a taxi - make sure you use legitimate taxis / Ubers
- Always carry a hard copy map of the city you're going to - saves phone charge and good for sharing
- Make sure your bank cards work - don't waste holiday time on the phone to the bank back home
- Learn basic first aid - just a great life skill anywhere
- Get folders for your travel documents - be organised, no digging around in bags
Further tips
10 tips for travelling to a new country
The best travel tips from those in the know
Resources
Australian Government Travellers advice
Weather information
Currency Converter
Health
Visa information
Passport information
Embassies in Australia
www.dfat.gov.au/about-us/pages/foreign-embassies-and-consulates-in-australia
Customs
Australian embassies and consulates overseas
www.dfat.gov.au/about-us/our-locations/missions/Pages/our-embassies-and-consulates-overseas
World Time
International dialling codes
School Terms
www.australia.gov.au/about-australia/special-dates-and-events/school-term-dates
Public Holidays Worldwide