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22 February 2020

Travelling on the long distance railway around Australia

Want to see Australia in style? Travel across Australia via these luxurious railway packages and take it all in.

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03 December 2018

The most expensive visas for Australian travelers

Travelling to foreign countries is a great way to experience what the world has to offer - but it can come at a price. Here are the most expensive tourist visas.

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17 July 2018

Heading to Hong Kong? Buy an Octopus card!

Find out how you can get around Hong Kong with complete ease by purchasing an Octopus card. Here's everything you need to know about this smartcard.

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17 July 2018

Heading to Tokyo? Get a Suica or PASMO travel card!

Are you ready for your trip to Tokyo? Make sure you're aware of the various travel cards on offer to help you get around the city.

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01 June 2018

What's the difference between driving in Australia and the USA?

Got the keys to hand and your snacks ready to tackle the open roads of America? Before you do, check out this guide on the differences between driving in the US and Australia.

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16 April 2018

What visa and vaccinations do I need for New Caledonia?

If you're looking for a tropical paradise with a difference, New Caledonia is where you need to be. From the beautiful French-inspired streets of Noumea to the clear, blue lagoons, it's a place where time is irrelevant. Here's what you need to know!

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16 April 2018

How the Schengen Convention impacts Australian visas

Thinking about making your big trip to Europe? All Australians need to know about Schengen Agreement and what it means for you as you journey from country to country. It's certainly going to make your travels easier, but there are still some quirks you need to know about before you go!

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23 March 2018

Unusual laws to be aware of in Indonesia

If you're heading to Indonesia (and Bali in particular) there are a couple of unusual laws you need to keep in mind as you roam around the country. Indonesia can be quite strict about enforcing their rules and regulations, and they have no problem prosecuting Australians! Here's what you need to know.

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12 June 2018

A guide to using SIM cards while travelling in Europe

Heading to Europe on holiday? Here are some of our top tips for where to find the best value European SIM cards as well as how you can use your Aussie SIM overseas.

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