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Internet & wifi

Wifi and internet is widely available in all cities, restaurants, bars and hotels. However, internet coverage is very limited once you are heading into rural and isolated areas. If you want to stay connected, you will have to purchase a Sim card for your device.
Companies providing prepaid Sim cards include Telstra, Vodafone and Optus, all offering several different data plans. Sim cards can either be purchased in stores or via the company’s websites.

Getting around

The best way to discover New South Wales and the area around Sydney is by car or camper (also known as RV’s or motorhomes). Car and camper rental companies are conveniently located at or near most airports.

Sydney Airport is located just 8km from the Sydney CBD and driving takes about 25 minutes in light traffic. Most routes to the airport carry regular signs of the universally recognisable aeroplane symbol.
Sydney Airport is located just 13 minutes by train from the city. Airport Link offers a fast and convenient way to reach the city and suburbs, with trains running approximately every 10 minutes. The station is located at the northern end of the terminal and accessible from the Arrivals level.

Sydney’s public transport system is well developed, compromising of many bus routes, a monorail as well as several metro lines. Harbour ferries are a convenient and fast way to get from one area to another across the water.

Bus travel is a convenient and cost-effective way to discover New South Wales for visitors who don’t want to drive themselves. A wide range of bus companies connect all cities with each other.

For visitors with a limited amount of time, flying within Australia is easy and affordable. The country hosts many international and domestic airports, making it convenient to get to or near your desired destination quickly.

Rail travel is convenient along the east coast, as well as between Victoria and New South Wales.

Money

Credit card payments can be done anyywhere in Australia, be it at restaurants, public transport or shops. ATM’s are common anywhere in case cash is needed. Australia’s currency is the Australian Dollar.

Safety

Australia in general is a safe country for visitors to travel. However, some precaution and common sense is advised. As everywhere, single woman should be cautious at night and avoid dark streets and isolated places.

When traveling to remote areas, eg. the Outback or northern Australia, be aware of wild animals and keep a safe distance at all times. At coastal areas, be aware of sharks and jelly-fish. Also, when encountering a snake, stay away and do not approach the animal.

Medical & healthcare

Medical facilities in Australia are good, but please be aware that evacuations in case of an emergency in a remote area can be lengthy and difficult due to the extreme distances and terrain that needs to be covered.
It is recommended to obtain a travel health insurance before traveling to Australia to cover any eventual costs.

Visas & immigration

All visitors other than New Zealand citizens need to present a passports valid for more than three months beyond the intended visiting period, as well as a valid visa (including electronic visas).
Please visit the official Australia immigration website to find the requirements for your country. The link can be found on the Australia country page under Immigration & Transport.

In order to enter Australia, visitors need to show proof of a double Covid-19 vaccination, as well as a negative PCR Test not older than 72 hours when entering. Please note that requirements might change overnight, and it is recommended to visit the official immigration website for updates before travelling to Australia.

Tourist information

Travolution360 tries its best to cover as much as possible, but it is always worth to stop and visit a tourist information, as they have spezialized knowledge of the area and can often point out places and events that are not well known to a broader audience. And, of course, engage yourself in conversations with fellow travellers, as the best information is by word of mouth.