Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Three Tips when Visiting Australia for the First Time


Vikas Mishra formerly served as an AWS DevOps architect and cloud engineer for Robert Half International in San Ramon, California. An avid traveler, Vikas Mishra of San Ramon has visited multiple continents, including Australia. 

Australia’s massive size leads to a diversity of experiences, from the vibrant cities to the lush rainforests and sandy beaches. The following three considerations will help first-time visitors make the most of their trip: 

1. Seasons. Because it is in the southern hemisphere, Australia’s seasons happen at the opposite time of year from what many travelers from the western hemisphere are used to. That said, the northern portion of the country typically experiences massive storms and lots of rain between November and April. 

2. Size. While Australia is indeed a country, it is also its own continent. With that in mind, planning to explore one specific area will give you more time to enjoy your vacation. If you try to cram the entire country into two weeks, a large portion of that time will be spent traveling, giving you less time to see the sights.

3. Tipping. Tipping is not customary in Australia. Most restaurants, hotels, taxis, and bars do not expect patrons to tip. However, you can leave a small tip to acknowledge great service at upscale dining establishments.

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