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How to Book Train Travel From Mount Gambier to Melbourne

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Travel from Mount Gambier to Melbourne by train and let someone else do the work. At under 300 miles, the trip is too short to take a plane, and you don't want to worry about driving on the other side of the road. The VLine bus and train from ... more »

How to Go Ghost Hunting in Australia

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Australia is a fascinating and mysterious continent. The Aboriginal People, who had the land to themselves for thousands of years until the first white settlers arrived in the 18th century, spoke of the Dreamtime when ancestral spirits wandered ... more »

How to Book Train Travel From Perth to Adelaide

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With its myriad of unique landscapes and fascinating wildlife, the Australian outback is too exciting to be flown over. More complete than a plane and more comfortable than a bus, train travel is truly the way to go. Relax in the lap of luxury ... more »

How to Conquer Australian English

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Most people realize, or realise, that English is not exactly the same language all over the world. A common misconception, however, is that it is still largely the same, and if you speak American English, you should be able to communicate without ... more »

How to Find a Nude Beach in Australia

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If you want to sunbathe in your birthday suit while visiting the Land Down Under, you have many options. Read the follow tips to find nude beaches in Australia... more »

How to Swim with Whale Sharks off the Western Coast of Australia

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Swimming with whale sharks makes for a truly amazing experience. These gentle creatures are the world's largest fish species. They glide slowly through the water as they consume microscopic plankton. One of the primary locations to view whale ... more »

How to Be Safe Around Australian Animals

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Everyone who has seen a National Geographic special knows that Australia is home to some of the most unusual, and most deadly, animals in the world. If you're visiting the "Land Down Under," it's unlikely that you'll come face to face ... more »

How to Book Train Travel From Adelaide to Perth

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Soak in the relaxing, romantic atmosphere of an epic train ride through the Australian outback. Catch your breath as you cruise through 2,000 miles of the beautiful landscape in a unique way. Go for a tour of land and beast as you unwind in the ... more »

How to Book Train Travel From Perth to Sydney

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If you've ever wanted to experience the Australian outback without having to endure the Australian outback, the Indian Pacific Train is what you've been looking for. This 3-night, 2,700-mile pleasure cruise is one of the last great train trips in ... more »

How to Find Cheap Hotels in Melbourne, Australia

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Melbourne, the state capital of Victoria, is also known as the sporting capital and the cultural capital of Australia. Melbourne is recognized for its many art galleries and museums celebrating the diversity of the community. Gleaming high-rises ... more »

How to Find Wild Kangaroos in Australia

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Every Australian visitor is eager to see kangaroos, but expecting to see a wild kangaroo hopping through downtown Sydney is like thinking you’ll run into Bambi on New York’s Fifth Avenue. Most visitors to Sydney, Australia settle for a visit to ... more »

How to Behave in Australia

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Though we may think we know what Australia is all about by watching old episodes of Crocodile Hunter or the first Crocodile Dundee movie, they really only give us the tiniest glimpse of what the country is like. Though we may share a basic ... more »

How to Book Train Travel From Melbourne to Adelaide

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After a $4 million refurbishing, the 'New Overland' train from Melbourne to Adelaide is the most relaxing and satisfying way to travel between the two cities. Recline in a comfortable seat as you pass through classic Australian country towns ... more »

How to Book Train Travel From Sydney to Melbourne

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From world-class Sydney to beautiful and exciting Melbourne, this is a trip you want to take, and what better way than to do it by train? This amazing, 12-hour adventure through the fabled coasts and countrysides of Australia's southeastern ... more »

How to Call Australia From the United States

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Home of the Great Barrier Reef, expansive deserts and snowy mountains, Australia spans a large territory. Be sure you know which part of Australia you're calling, because it covers three time zones. The last thing you want to do is call a friend ... more »

How to Display Australian Souvenirs

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After a trip-of-a-lifetime to Australia, your souvenirs remind you of the great time you had. Don't stuff them in the closet. Display them throughout your home. Here are ways to feature these unique items... more »

How to survive the Australian Slang - 10 ways

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10 ways to survive the Australian Slang.. more »

How to Backpack Through Australia

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Backpacking is a favorite Australian pastime, and it's one of the best ways to experience the country while visiting. Whether you're a seasoned explorer or this is your first attempt to backpack through Australia, there are a few tips to keep in ... more »

How to Book Train Travel From Victoria to New South Wales

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New South Wales occupies much of the southeastern portion of Australia and is the country's most densely populated state. Originally inhabited nearly 60,000 years ago by Aboriginal natives and "rediscovered" in the late 1700s, the state received ... more »

How to Find Cheap Hotels in Victoria, Australia

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Victoria, the southernmost state on the eastern side of Australia, is home to the Australian rules football team, Aussie Rules. Victoria has an immense number of river systems, including the Murray River system... more »

How to Find Hotels in Brisbane, Australia

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Brisbane is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Australia thanks to the mild climate, emerging arts scene, and thriving nightlife. Accommodations in the town the locals call "Bris Vegas" range from luxury resorts on the outskirts of ... more »

How to Find Hotels in Melbourne, Australia

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Melbourne is the second largest city in Australia and is the capital of Victoria. Take the family to kid-friendly destinations like the Royal Melbourne Zoo, the third oldest zoo in the world, and Luna Park with its historic roller coaster. Spend ... more »

How to Time Your Trip to Sydney

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Travelers find Australians a welcoming, friendly bunch. This is often attributed to their geographic isolation: They welcome new faces, and know what traveling is about because most have spent a period of their lives on a foreign "walkabout." ... more »

How to Book Train Travel From Adelaide to Sydney

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Experience the best that the Australian outback has to offer from the lap of luxury. The 24-hour train adventure from Adelaide to Sydney allows you to enjoy all the best qualities of the vast, beautiful terrain without being forced to battle the ... more »

How to Book Train Travel From Sydney to Adelaide

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Travel the Australian outback by train and enjoy an unencumbered view of the vast, beautiful terrain from the lap of luxury. From the breathtaking scenery of the Blue Mountains to the barren countryside of New South Wales, the 24-hour train ... more »

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