Some People from Australia here? - Page 1
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author: Lord of nothing
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 02:33:38 pm
content: HeyIn in the next 12 I want make a Trip to the other side of the World called Australia.I want see real Kangoos.Its possible to get around without an Driver licence?How much cost a good Meal in a bigger City?Thanks

author: BradC
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 02:42:03 pm
content: Australia is not a small place.Most cities you'll get a Taxi and public transport can be passable.Plenty of 'roos around and tourist parks where you can get up and close. Like Koalas, Roos are neither cute nor cuddly.Meal prices vary wildly across the country. Not cheap relative to places I've been in Europe and certainly the US.We thrive on tourism, so most people will be friendly and welcoming.There are a few Aussies on the forum. Let us know where you are touching down and someone local will set you up with some more targeted advice.

author: Lord of nothing
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 03:00:33 pm
content: How much cost 1Km by Taxi? Here in good old Europe the Price grow very fast and can cost more than an "Limousine" Service.Quotehmm are there good Connections Between the City? I know there are some Tourist trains. I am not interested in such a rip-off Train.QuoteReachable by Public Transport?Quotehmm why? I have no problem with a Roosteak.I am more afraid of Spider and drunk Native Australians.Quotehmm do you have some examples? I know there are some Restaurant for locals who have a good Value.Quotehmm there are not "that" Europe. For exaple Austria, Swizerland and the Northern Country are extreme expensive. (oke oke in Austria the big player try to rip off everyone. Everything cost 20% more than in Germany just for 1% more Tax we Pay.)Germany and Esteurope (former Sowet Country) are extreme Cheap.QuoteAustria to but not all are friendly and nice... Today I was visit my Dentist next to the Airport (a very Friendly Person) and after that I had to get a Ticket for the Train. The ÖBB Stuff was extreme rude (on the Airport...) and the try to sell not the best offer for the customer.QuoteYear i know the owner of the Forum are from Australia to so thats why I ask.Its just an idea. I way 2 times "close" to Australia. 1) in Japan and 2) Vancouver. Now i want to make the full 360.

author: nctnico
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 03:18:56 pm
content: Sounds like a cool trip. I have been to New Zealand with an Australian for a couple of days for work. One of things you need to wrap your head around is that you can walk around for days outside the cities over there without meeting a single person. In Europe that is impossible. It also means that if you get an accident there will be nobody around to help you. That is one of the dangers you have to be aware of.

author: Lord of nothing
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 03:46:51 pm
content: QuoteDo you understand the Australian English Slang?QuoteI think if the Train or Bus have an Serious Problem the Call someone to fix or get some other Transport? I know there are some Horror Storrys in the German Speaking Train Forum what happened when the Powerline get Broken in the Winter (The ÖBB called it "An unpredictable natural disaster.") and the Passenger have to wait 2 - 5 Hour in the Cold Train until a Diesellok come.QuoteIts possible in France, Germany and East Europe. If you want hide yourself in the Woods you can do it.QuoteI dont want walk in the hell of nowhere.Oke its maybe a stupid Question but how about Public Toilette? (In Malls, Restaurants...)

author: miguelvp
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 04:48:42 pm
content: My daughter is somewhere around Sydney with a friend doingworkaway.comprograms and living on the cheap as they travel.

author: nctnico
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 04:51:48 pm
content: Quote from: Lord of nothing on October 01, 2015, 03:46:51 pmI can understand any English slang. Including Chinglish, Korenglish, Frenglish, Chenglish, etc. O0

author: Lord of nothing
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 05:04:54 pm
content: Merklish to?I hope i can find some Australian People here who can told me some local Information about there Country.

author: continuo
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 05:06:15 pm
content: Quote from: Lord of nothing on October 01, 2015, 03:46:51 pmWe have a growing number of dangerous bears, wolves and wild hogs in the woods. So careful with that hiding...

author: bigdawg
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 05:14:47 pm
content: Quote from: Lord of nothing on October 01, 2015, 02:33:38 pmMy cousin moved to this isolated wilderness called perth a few years ago; From what I have seen from my brief visits the cost of eating out/transport aint any more expensive than east coast but ofcourse I've not gone looking for the "Australian wilderness experience". I am sure someone living there may jump in here once you decide what part of AUS you'll visit. Its much bigger than what it looks on the map, so I couldnt suggest to try to hit all the major cities (especially if it includes perth and brisbane) in one trip like folks do on European vacations.

author: Lord of nothing
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 05:21:01 pm
content: QuoteWho get shoot... German Wikipedia:https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/JJ1QuoteAnd real Ganger in Berlin.QuoteI know. What is the best way to get from / to other Citys?I see the Railway Network isnt that big.http://foreignpolicyblogs.com/wp-content/uploads/ozrail.pngHmm it look like the use Long-distance Bus?

author: Wytnucls
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 05:23:56 pm
content: Best option to move around in Oz is to rent a car, unless you're not venturing out of the city center. Car rental is reasonably cheap and foreign licenses are accepted. Perth offers free buses in the CBD.Meals are pricey in most restaurants. Asian-style food courts are better value and very popular at lunch time.If you don't drive, look for organized tours to the nearest tourist spots.

author: bigdawg
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 05:31:30 pm
content: Quote from: Lord of nothing on October 01, 2015, 05:21:01 pmI personally have flown from sydney to perth but that was just because I didnt have enough vacation days. There is a train which goes to perth through adelaide, but it doesnt run everyday. The reviews for it were amazing but I just couldnt fit it in my schedule. They also have a train going to alice springs to/from Darvin.

author: briselec
author_rank: Regular Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 09:52:35 pm
content: Not having a license shouldn't be a problem. There are always plenty of backpackers you can hitch a ride with. Bryon Bay seems to be the Australian mecca for backpackers.Just be careful of backpackers driving 4WDs in the sand on Fraser Island. They tend to crash.

author: Halcyon
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 11:26:35 pm
content: Quote from: Lord of nothing on October 01, 2015, 02:33:38 pmSydney has quite a good public transport system, as does Melbourne.Depending on which state you're coming to, you can use your international licence. If you're planning a trip to New South Wales (where Sydney is), you can drive on your international drivers licence provided it is in English. If it's in a language other than English, you will need to get a certified translated copy.More information here:http://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/roads/licence/visiting-nsw.htmlIf you are planning to drive, brush up on our road rules.

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 11:35:26 pm
content: Quote from: BradC on October 01, 2015, 02:42:03 pmTaxi's are stupidly expensive in Australia, avoid at all costs.QuoteYes, but if you want to see a roo in the wild you have to know exactly where to go. You could easily spend months in Australia roaming around and never see one.QuoteAustralia is not a cheap country for anything, including food.A typical pub meal is going to set you back about AU$20

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 11:37:51 pm
content: Quote from: Lord of nothing on October 01, 2015, 03:46:51 pmWe have a website for thathttps://toiletmap.gov.au/Most restaurants will have a public toilet.

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 11:42:28 pm
content: Quote from: Halcyon on October 01, 2015, 11:26:35 pmSydney's one is usable for sure.But if the OP wants to see a Kangaroo in the wild, off the top of my head, you won't be able to get there by public transport.And Kangaroos are mostly active at sunrise and sunset, hard to see them during the day.And don't mistake a Kangaroo for Wallaby!

author: BradC
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 11:45:27 pm
content: Quote from: EEVblog on October 01, 2015, 11:42:28 pmAnd if you want to see wallabies (and an Albino one at that) then there's a little wildlife park in Sollihull that is a lot closer.

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 11:48:12 pm
content: Quote from: Lord of nothing on October 01, 2015, 05:21:01 pmThat's because Australia is mostly full of nothing and very sparsely populated.Two of ourclosestcapital cities, Melbourne and Sydney is about a 12 hour train ride! And it runs twice a day at best. Obviously not many people choose that option.Most people just fly for a few hundred bucks.It all comes down to a combination of:a) How much time you haveb) How much money you havec) What you really want to see (cities vs outback)Without that people can't really make decent suggestions.

author: EEVblog
author_rank: Unknown
timestamp: October 01, 2015, 11:55:31 pm
content: In Sydney, IIRC the only major wild Kangaroo population still left is near St Mary's, and that's dwindling due to development:http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/west/st-marys-community-has-grave-concerns-for-last-of-sydneys-wild-emus/story-fngr8i5s-1227275168535