Thinking about traveling to Australia? 🐨🌊 Get ready for a vast, diverse, and mind-blowing country: endless beaches, modern cities, unique animals, red deserts, tropical forests, and an energy that combines wild nature with a laid-back lifestyle.
Australia is perfect for adventurers, surfers, wildlife lovers... and yes, also for geeks, foodies, and those looking for specialty coffee on every corner.
For me, Australia is total freedom. A country where you can lose yourself and find yourself among landscapes that seem like they're from another planet.
WHAT AWAITS YOU IN AUSTRALIA
🗣 Language: The official language is English (with an Aussie accent 😅). In large cities you won't have any problems. Words like arvo (late), brekkie (breakfast) or mate (friend) are part of everyday life.
💰 Currency: Australian dollar (AUD). You can pay by card in almost everything (even flea markets). Apps like Apple Pay or Google Pay are widely used.
🦘 Traditions: Life here is relaxed but organized. Dinner is served early, coffee is almost a religion, and the culture of respect is strong (be careful not to litter or jump the queue!). At the beach, always pay attention to the red and yellow flags for safe swimming.
🔌 Plug: Type I, voltage 230 V. You will need an adapter if you are coming from Europe.
Internet: Having an internet connection in Australia is practically indispensable to fully enjoy your trip. eSIM The best option, it will give you peace of mind and you won't have to rely on public networks. Plus, reserving them in advance can save you money and hassle. You can purchase your eSIM card here either here.
MUST-SEE AND DO SIGHTS IN AUSTRALIA
🐨 See koalas and kangaroos (freedom if you can!) in Kangaroo Island, Magnetic Island or national parks 🏙 Explore the cities: Sydney with his Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Melbourne with its street art and cafes ⛱ Enjoy paradisiacal beaches like Whitehaven Beach, Byron Bay either Noosa 🧗♂️ Watch the sunrise in the Uluru (Ayers Rock) in the heart of the country 🐠 Snorkel or dive in the Great Barrier Reef 🚐 Live the experience of a road trip in a caravan, for example the Great Ocean Road 🏄♀️ Learn to do surfing in Bondi Beach either Torquay 🧝♂️ Geek toc alert: visit Australian Hobbiton (Okay, it's not official, but there are magical places like Blue Mountains either Glow Worm Tunnel that seem like a story) 🎮 Geek level: explore the comic book and gaming stores from Melbourne or Sydney, or watch movies outdoors in a giant screen on the beach 🐫 Explore the Outback In a 4x4, sleep under the stars and learn about Aboriginal culture 🎨 See painted kangaroos, graffiti with messages or galleries in secret alleys of Melbourne 🦈 Swimming with whale sharks in Ningaloo Reef or see penguins in Phillip Island 🌿 Hiking in places like Tasmania, Grampians orDaintree Rainforest
Australia is so big that there's always good weather somewhere. But beware: the seasons are the opposite of those in Europe!
☀️ Summer (December-February): Intense heat throughout most of the country. Ideal for the beach and east coast. 🍂 Autumn (March-May): less tourism, mild temperatures and perfect for road trips. ❄️ Winter (June-August): cold in the south (even snow in high areas), but the north is ideal. 🌸 Spring (September-November): one of the best times to visit almost the entire country.
🇦🇺 DREAMER TIP: If you are going to do routes inland, plan your gas and water wellThe distances are vast, and there are areas with zero coverage. But if you're brave enough, the Australian desert offers the most starry skies you've ever seen.
Ready to live your own Australian adventure? 🦘 Here you'll not only see incredible places, you'll connect with nature, diverse cultures, and a captivating lifestyle.
Have a good trip, mate! And enjoy! Down Under like a true dreamer. 🌅🚐