Scheme, tourists may be able to claim a refund
at the departure gate for GST and WET (Wine
Equalisation Tax) paid on goods purchased in
Australia that they take out of the country with
them. For more detailed information visit
www.customs.gov.au.
it is entirely personal choice. For fine dining
restaurants it is usual to tip up to 10% of the bill
or round taxi fares to the nearest dollar.
included within your holiday prices. The only
overseas taxes that are not included are those
which must be paid in the respective countries
and cannot be collected prior to your departure.
prong plug. It is advisable for travellers using
110 volt appliances to bring a voltage converter
kit with them.
Eastern Standard Time (EST): New South
Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Queensland,
Victoria and Tasmania (GMT+ 10 - Winter, GMT+
11 - Summer)
Central Standard Time (CST): South Australia
and Northern Territory (GMT+ 9 ˝ - Winter,
GMT+ 10 ˝ - Summer)
Western Standard Time (WST): Western
Australia (GMT+ 8 Winter, GMT+ 9 - Summer)
Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, South
Australia & Tasmania & begins on the first
Sunday in October & ends on the first Sunday in
April. Queensland, Northern Territory & Western
Australia do not observe Daylights Savings.
Minimum age for rental vehicles is 21 years with some companies imposing a surcharge for 21-25
year old drivers. Motorists drive on the left-hand side of the road and operate right-hand drive
vehicles. Wearing of seatbelts is mandatory for all passengers. Speed limits are generally 100 kph (60
mph) on open roads and 50 kph (30 mph) through towns unless otherwise stated.
check with the Consulate or Embassy of the country to be visited for further information). You will need
a full UK passport to travel on all holidays which must be valid for at least six months after the date of
your return to the UK. British citizens require a visa or an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) when visiting
Australia. An ETA can be arranged through our office or by your travel agent for a stay of up to 3 months.
require an Electronic System Travel Authorisation (ESTA) to determine eligibility of entering the USA.
Upon arrival you are still required to complete a green Form I-94W & a white Customs declaration as
well as have an ESTA authorisation. Approved ESTA applications are valid for a period of 2 years with a
maximum stay of up to 90 days at a time.
Consulate or Embassy of the country to be visited for up to date information.
26 December 11 Boxing Day
1 January 12
on 26th of April to substitute as it falls on the
same day as ANZAC Day. Regional state holidays
occur throughout the year. Most shops & tourist
attractions remain open during regional holidays.
and $5 denominations. Coins are 50c, 20c, 10c and 5 cents with single cents rounded to the nearest
5 cents. If you bring in or take out of Australia more than $A10,000 cash or the equivalent in foreign
currency (travellers cheques excluded), you must declare it to Customs. Failure to do is an offence.
to its size. The weather can range from below
zero temperatures in the Snowy Mountains
of New South Wales & Victoria to intolerable
heat in the northwest of Western Australia. It is
considered to be one of the driest continents
on earth.
the south has cool, wet winters and warm, dry summers. In the north, a tropical climate prevails with
a warm, dry season and a hot, wet season. The temperatures vary from an average 30
(around May.) The Dry Season, April - October, is also a good time to visit northern Queensland's
beaches and rainforests. You can swim off the coast without fear of dangerous stinging box jellyfish,
which infest ocean waters between November and March.
cafes and restaurants and/or offer meals and drinks delivered to your room.
of facilities and guest services.
The benchmark in Australian accomm. Outstanding establishments characterised by luxury
appointments offering an exceptional standard of facilities, furnishings & guest services.
of one or more bedrooms or suites and a dining area with cooking facilities. Accommodation styles include
Apartments, Holiday Units, Houses, Cottages, Chalets, Villas and Cabins.
of facilities and guest services.
Outstanding establishments characterised by luxury appointments offering an exceptional
standard of facilities, furnishings and guest services.
Star ratings in this brochure, where possible have been provided
based on AAA Tourism guidelines.
Auto Clubs & we do not take any responsibility for changes in
standards. Some properties have a range of styles making them
difficult to categorise.