Travel to Australia

Travel to Australia

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Culture, movies, books and music.

Gain an insight into Australian culture, which is founded on notions of a �fair go�, love of the great outdoors and a dry sense of humour.  Learn more about Australians - our Aboriginal culture, our legendary folk heroes, modern day heroes and the diverse nationalities that make up modern Australian society.

Check interesting information about Australia, with facts across a range of areas, from our record-breakers to Australian flora and fauna.

Want to know more about Kylie Minogue or Nicole Kidman or find out which Australian authors have won the Man Booker Prize? Get an overview of our film credits, award-winning authors and talented musicians. 

Australia's History

indigenous people daydream on a timeless continent

Australia�s original people were thought to have arrived here by boat from South East Asia during the last Ice Age, at least 50,500 years ago. At the time of European discovery and settlement, up to one million Aboriginal people lived across the continent as hunters and gatherers. They were scattered in 300 clans and spoke 255 languages and 705 dialects. Each clan had a spiritual connection with a specific piece of land. However, they also travelled widely to trade, find water and seasonal produce and for ritual and totemic gatherings.

Australia's Culture

Australian culture is founded on stories of battlers, bushrangers and brave soldiers. Of sporting heroes, working heroes and brave migrants. It�s all about a fair go, the great outdoors and a healthy helping of irony. Today Australia also defines itself by its Aboriginal heritage, lively mix of cultures, innovative ideas and a thriving arts scene.

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Australia's facts

A wide, brown land

Australia is the sixth biggest country in the world. It's about the same size as the 48 mainland states of the USA and 50 per cent larger than Europe, but has the lowest population density in the world - only two people per square kilometre.

Australia is the only nation to govern an entire continent and its outlying islands. The mainland is the largest island and the world�s smallest, flattest continent.

Flights

A lot of airlines fly to Australia and prices vary significantly, so it pays to shop around for a flight. Consider the length of the flight and any mandatory stopovers.  Begin by contacting the major airlines or your local Aussie Specialist travel agent.

Useful travel tips

Currency, communications, health and safety and shopping are all essential aspects of planning your trip to Australia. If you have a disability or will be travelling with someone who has particular needs, you also need to know about the facilities on offer.