11 Things NOT to do in Australia - MUST SEE BEFORE YOU GO!
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- Опубліковано 20 чер 2024
- Australia is a pretty cool place with some really fun and interesting people. Whether you're going there to trek the outback or dive the great barrier reef, you're going to need to know some things before you go. Here are 11 things not to do in Australia.
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Yeah, great country. My #12 would be "Don't rush it" though ;)
Can you go to burma cause I lived there and there is many temples there
Australia is P country best country super safe but seriously the wildlife is ok it is very rare
alot of your points were false being australian i know.....
I'm australian
#12: STAY BETWEEN THE RED AND YELLOW FLAGS WHEN SWIMMING makes the lifeguards jobs so much easier
...and will possibly save your life, keeping you away from 'rips', collapsing sand bars, sand sink holes, etc.
@@dagwould a lot of tourists don't realise how dangerous our currents are
Wait thats an Australian only thing?
@@captain61games49 not sure but it does make lifeguards jobs a lot easier
Haha come to Perth and not many flags at the beach
Aussie here, it's pretty accurate. I'm super against tipping and absolutely hate it when high end restaurants force tipping on you. I'm against it becoming a thing here and being allowed to erode minimum wage. If you can't afford to pay your staff then you shouldn't be in business. That's the argument i always hear from USA.
right. but here in Australia I don't buy steak out. because it is like $25 min for like a 400gram steak. bro. thats what happens when you force a min wage so high. I am not so in favour of it as when you don't have a lot of skills you get priced out of the market
@@johnsmith-fz5pz Maybe you should eat mince meat when you go out you tight arse
@ds8390 everything is expensive almost everywhere. Inflation is crazy everywhere.
@ds8390 Seriously, get the Super Stunner meal for $6:95 - you should stay away from HJ's when you are ripped if they are getting you for $30.
As someone who has worked in hospitality for over 10 years. If you get good service and good food/drinks and don't tip, you are scum. K thanks.
The "Don't take anything personally" tip is spot on. After meeting and getting to know you a little bit, if we're being a bit cheeky with you, you've likely made a friend, and we expect the same tongue-in-cheek comments in return, it's something to have a good laugh about together. 😄
Yeah, it's a bit unnerving how willing to critique Australians can be. In southern America especially, we're used to the "bless your heart" kind of interactions, meaning, for the most part, we are very roundabout when it comes to correcting people or expressing disapproval. BUT it can be annoying when you really want to just say what you feel and can also feel disingenuous, so I appreciate the Australian frankness.
Honestly, I love this about Aussies. It reminds me of how we are in the north of England. How do you know when we hate your guts? We’re as nice as pie to you! But if we take the piss with you, you’ve made the cut and done an Errol.
For American visitors to Australia:
Light switches go _down_ to turn on, not up. Also, Aussie wall power outlets have their own on/off switches, so if you turn on an appliance and nothing happens, check the outlet switch.
If the water in the toilet is only a couple of inches deep, that's normal. The toilet isn't malfunctioning (it's a water conservation measure).
Sales tax on items is included in the price, so what it says on the price tag is what you pay. You don't need to work out the tax in your head.
And power is 240 volts, not 120 like in the US, so check whatever appliances you bring here can take the extra voltage without releasing the magic smoke. Laptop and phone chargers should be fine as they are usually universal.
you forgot one important detail for tourists and some locals to remember always check to see if it is a total fire ban day before lighting a solid fuel fire in the open
And before even lighting a ciggie in the open. You can be fined for that too. No naked flames at all on a TFB day.
@@dagwould Umm, nope, that isn't a thing. Stick to the drop bears if you want to spin bullshit for tourists.
@@jirup hey I'm an Aussie and I breed Drop Bears and let them go in the wild. You know they only attack tourists. they can smell an Aussie and don't attack them.....aggressive little things with razor-sharp teeth and claws like knives
@@fantomghost6213 aussie here too, I hate when people say drop bears are a myth. I was riding me kangaroo down the syndey highway the other day and saw one of them carnivorous things murk a few Asian fellas who were on tour. Damn idiots.
@@GingeryGinger Lol. Yes, gotta love the drop bears...all too real. thank God they don't go after us Aussies...Lol
By the way, one more very important tip... Swim between the flags at controlled beaches (like at Bondi or Surfer's Paradise)... Not just the animals want to kill you, the ocean does too.
As an Aussie I could never imagine my life anywhere other than here.
Love our country 🇦🇺✊🏼
Aussie rap scene is fire right now, with wombat and chillinit, nerve to name a few.. Way out here in canada I've already heard what death tastes like : sick fresh new album
I'll never be able to live in Australia, I have a huge phobia of big crawly insects and spiders. I could never ever!! I'll stay here In Africa thank you
Amen brother
SAMEE!!! Its so good here mate!
@@raykapssy8892 and Africa doesn't have poisonous stuff or lions that can kill you?🤦
Born and bred in Australia. I've got one to add to the list. Don't travel in the outback without doing your homework, going with people you know and trust and having hard core reliable equipment. I heard a copper who was from the outback in WA throw a word of caution about travelling.
Yep, and don't go near Wolf Creek.
...and Google Ivan Milat...
I live in Perth West Australia and your pretty well spot on with the video except for the price of meals ,you can get a decent meal from a pub for about 15 to $20.
Too true, plus if you go to maccas or red rooster you can get a meal for less than a tenner
14 $ Porterhouse steak oonoonba hotel townsville
@@thevelvetrecord Only if you want to be on the crapper all nite.
@@reinokarvinen8845 that's because that's in Townsville 💀
Just yesterday got a rump steak for $30, it was a flash pub
As a farmer from outback Australia, this is spot on.
The rudest bloke I've ever met is a guy who came over from Scotland we employed to help with harvest. He was always yelling and screaming, throwing his weight around and trying to be the boss when he had no idea what he was talking about. He lowered morale considerably. Eventually, we had to pull him aside and remind him that when he's amongst rural Australians, he needs to mind his manners or he'll pay the price. He was in the British army before moving to Australia, and acted like he still was. Out here, he's a nobody, and needs to behave, or just go away. He was given one warning. He came good after that.
When you arrive from an old country to a new one, you're an ambassador for the old country. Your conduct reflects on everyone there. Just treat those in the new country the way you'd like to be treated.
That is what you get for hiring tourists cheaply to work with you they still act as tourists.
@I'm not ya mate I'm ya father!
In outback Australia, we must tolerate droughts, bushfires, flooding and mice and cane toad infestations. We have no time for those that come out here and behave like a pig. It doesn't get you far out here.
@@natstar7864
He wasn't a tourist. He was an immigrant here permanently, though I believe he's since returned to Scotland permanently due to family issues.
Nicely said
As a Scot I can only apologise for the behaviour of this individual and hope that you will not judge us all by his obnoxious behaviour. I would guess that the average IQ of my country increased when he left and, sadly, the average IQ of your country decreased when he arrived in yours. My wife and I enjoyed our visits to Australia very much and enjoyed a great welcome and nothing but friendliness, courtesy and consideration throughout our stay. All the best from Scotland.
I don’t know how many times you’ve been to Australia, and as an Aussie myself, honestly don’t think I could’ve put a better list together. Well done, this was great advice to anyone planning a holiday here 👍👍
My niece just got her visa to go to Australia Sydney for 3 months she'll be staying with her girlfriend. My niece's 23 years old do you have any advice for two young American girls living in Sydney? I must say I'm so excited for her to experience a different country! She just graduated from college! Thank you very much!
Yes, very impressed with this list! And I also agree, #12 should be about swimming between the flags! But that should be #2 alongside sticking to the path!
Glad to hear it! I tried my best to do as much research as possible so good to hear you agreed with the list
"Don't be afraid to say Hello" - Aussie here, and this tip is a really good one. Everywhere I go, whenever I go out, I'm always saying Hi to folks and having a casual chat, asking folks at food shops how business is going, etc. It's just normal here, we're friendly. We're the kinda country where you ride in a taxi in the front seat next to the driver and have a good ol' chat with the driver on your way to a destination. We'll nod our head or say g'day when walking past someone to break the tension. It's just normal here.
As a passenger you can sit next to the Taxi driver? Good to know 'cause when i tried this in Canada the driver looked at me as if I was insane.
@@ulrikesextro4187 Sitting in the front seat of a taxi is the norm in Australia. You can sit in the back seat if you want, but the driver will probably think you're a bit of a wanker because of it.
i was interested to see this though i live here
@@MrMelonsz lol thankss
Same
Same
SAMEEEEE-
Same heard of Toowoomba
Tipping should always be optional. Paying low wages and expecting staff to make up their income with tips is just wrong.
lowkey I agree
But that's the American way! KEEP THOSE WAGES LOW!!!
Agreed. In fact, tipping is only used to stop your small change pulling your pants down…
We have minimum wage requirements in Oz…not 100% what they are $25/hr?
We have minimum wage here. Staff know how much they’re going to be paid. In advance. Tips are a bonus.
also, a nice Aussie tip from an Aussie, if you're out in a remote place especially, never put your hands where you can't see them, weather under rocks or stumps or branches, there's probably something there and if it's a snake you'd wish you just kept to yourself and not risked the potentially fatal bite. also, not all spiders are venomous, but if you are bitten just be safe and go to a GP because as someone who's been bitten many a time, it's hard to tell most of the time. also, STAY BETWEEN THE YELLOW AND RED FLAGS ON THE BEACH, it can and will save your life
This is on point. It's really not a dangerous place if you don't do silly things. The cost of living is pretty heavy, but like the uploader says we're paid well for working and work is plentiful and easy to find.
We love meeting foreigners who travel here, it's a point of pride for us that people want to come down and experience our beautiful country.
Can you get me a job i’m coming as a student ?
I came to Australia a long time ago and first tip was “don’t take it personally” and here i am a totally different person 😎
I just retired and went to Australia for 3 months with my 20 year old son. He took a semester off of school. Yes, beer was expensive. We stayed at youth hostiles and had the time of our lives. It has been my pleasure to know Kevin, my little son.. But in Australia I was given the opportunity to know Kevin, the man. What an adventure. P.S. I did not drive. We saved many lives by having my son be the only driver. Did you know that they drive on the left side of the road. :) Soooo many, many lives saved by my not driving - they should give me a freakin' medal for that.
Alcohol is very highly taxed in Australia. Socialist, nanny state mentality plus a big revenue for our politicians to play with. I guess it helps keep us sober.
@@normanmazlin6741 It's just one of the things the government likes to tax, and I guess it's fair enough. Expensive booze is probably a good thing to be fair. The petrol tax is unforgivable though. Fuel is basically a must in this country, it shouldn't be taxed at all in my opinion
@@normanmazlin6741 To be fair, our current right wing government love raising the tax on alcohol. That's not socialist.
I plan to save lives in the same way when I visit Australia & NZ. After 40+ years of driving to the right, I have deeply-ingrained habits that I think would be difficult to overcome.
@@shaggydayshorseshow9567 driving on the right side of the road is plain wrong. Is that what happens in America? sorry never been there
I'm impressed by how well balanced this video was. So many videos and, or presenters try to sensationalise Australia by focusing on the supposed dangers one can encounter in Aus. Here is a guy who knows how to travel internationally.
When I visited Australia in 2012 I travelled right round (17,000mls) on a motorcycle most of the time I was wild camping by the side of the road or on prepared sites which had other travellers so there was always someone to help if I got into difficulties but that happens to people who don't follow the unwritten rules that people along the way tell you about eg, be off the roads by 16.30 because big furry critters start using the road to keep warm during the night and a big red can really spoil your day if you hit one.
I loved Australia and the people I met were great, I would love to go back to Queensland some day and do some more exploring.
my cousin did that in the late 70s on a big Kwaka and ended up hitting a Brahman Bull on the road one evening the Kimberley's.. wrecked his bike, broke his leg in three places and had to be airlifted to Perth. Lucky to have survived
As an Aussie I found this accurate and practical. Well done. Along with Immigration don't discuss politics, we know that you don't really understand our political system, and most Aussies are embarrassed by our politicians. Equally, don't comment on Indigenous Affairs unless you know your stuff, we are still working things through ourselves. Lock out laws generally only apply in NSW/Sydney, and then only to pubs, clubs and nightclubs. Small Bars are generally exempt, and the restrictions improve weekly. Australia is big, really big. Be prepared to hire a car.
good tips! glad you liked the video :)
I don't mean to pry... But I would like to what's the deal about the immigration thing
@@NavW-or2rm it’s basically that it’s a very political and tense issue for some people. We have huge amounts of immigrants as we do rely on them for a good chunk of skilled labour. There’s also mistreatment of refugees. So it’s basically a part of politics and some will be chill but just as some Americans get pissy if you say you like trump or Biden, it’s a similar thing
I think it's just a general rule of thumb to not talk politics in foreign countries. At best, you'll possibly start an argument and at worst, you'll be imprisoned/killed.
Most aussies don’t know anything about politics or anything serious. They’re fkn superficial children compared to the cultures and intellect of many European countries’ general populations.
Who’s Australian here 🇦🇺
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The truth of #9 😅😅😅 as an Aussie I wish to reinforce further the size tip, Australia is bloody huge! Really know how far things are from each other before getting here, especially if you plan on heading into the outback
Anyone else an Aussie but are just watching this to see what they say
Yup😂
Good vid. I agree with pretty much everything. My advice for tourists and people from overseas is as soon as you land in Australia, try to drop all your social confinements and rules from your country. Take a breath of the good Aussie air and be prepared to just be yourself, laugh, relax, enjoy your time here, etc. But also be ready to be confronted by people who speak their mind. There is no malice in it, it's just what Australians do. Listen, then speak your mind and you will find that you'll be accepted. But be ready to be teased and to tease us back too. That's how we bond with each other and deal with all the challenges life throws at us. It's the teasing of each other that helps us overcome the difficult times in life. Sounds odd I know, but trust me it works. Basically it's us laughing at life and overcoming the difficult times with humour, laughter and bonding.
ive gotta move there i get scorned or make people mad when i make fun of them out of good fun and it just brings me down
What a load of crap....note- just speaking my mind matey.
@@grantbell4572 yeah don't be a c%nt about it, if you give you have to receive here. I hate tip toeing around people who aren't upfront and are easily affronted. If I offend someone they can tell me and I'll apologise. Simples. :D
Hi 😊 I want to move to Australia but I'm so scared of spiders. Some people tell me that if I go to big cities like Melbourne I won't see spiders too often. Is that true, what is your experience ?
Thank you...
It is not weird what you said for teasing - it is a common sense! Most of the people do that.
Excellent video. We (UK) have a son who married an Aussie lady and they moved to Australia when their 1st was due - now, 1 became 4. When they wanted to buy their 1st house about an hour south of Sydney, they wanted a plot for the horses. Well, we helped them financially to buy what they wanted with the “condition” that we could put a granny flat on the plot for us. As it happens, it is used by all visitors to the family - which is great - but now occupied by our granddaughter as her teenage pad! Covid allowing, we go for a month every year.
15 or so years ago, when we first visited, everything was very cheap compared to the UK. Houses were cheap, food and drink were cheap but wages were also comparatively low. Over the years, prices have risen over there dramatically and it’s now equal or more expensive than the UK. Because of Covid, we haven’t been able to go since 2020, but then a slab of good beer was around $50; eating at a local RSL was $25 or thereabouts for a main meal. Pubs (generally called hotels over there) were usually more expensive.
By the way, they drove on the correct side of the road which makes it easy for us British. Our tips for a visit:
Be realistic about what you can see in your time over there. If you have a fortnight, then really, you would be best staying in one place and just seeing all there is to see in a radius of about 2 hours drive; for instance, stay in Mittagong which is a lovely town and about an hour or so train into Sydney. You can go to the local rainforest (1 day) ; go to Kiama, Gerringong and Gerroa (2 days); go to Blue Mountains (2 days); go to Sydney (2 days); go to Bondi (1 day). I could go on (and am happy to do so if anyone would like some ideas for a southern NSW based vacation) but I hope you get the idea that it’s better to stay in one place and see everything than spend time travelling and missing things where you have been.
1) who the fuck calls it a hotel? It's a pub and 2) Sydney fucking sucks stay the fuck away from it unless you are determined to see the opera house and the bridge (the bridge ain't even that great tbh)
"stay in Mittagong"
As someone who lived in Mittagong during my high school years, this surprised me lol. But I agree, it's a lovely area with great cafés :)
Very Good video and beautiful place to visit. So many people would be imagining how possible to witness this. It’s never easy for someone who has no money. At some point life without money is irrelevant. When you live, always try to invest for future to ensure profits and growth in your earnings.
of course ....thats so true
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Australia is so stunning and pretty to visit
This is certainly quite helpful. A thing I must add is when my good friend Ricky came to Australia by himself. Oh, how he was such a nice fellow. He went to go talk to one of those wild crocodiles and then got his own leg bitten! Oh, how I was in shock! So, if you ever travel to Australia, do not say hello to a crocodile. 😂.
Let me, as an Aussie, address some of these points.
Number 1: Yes, there are plenty of dangerous creatures in Australia. Most of them are away from city/regional centres and you will not come into any serious closeness too them.
Sure, you may see them (like snakes) but just keep your distance and you will be fine. Shark attacks are very rare. Crocodiles usually only attack because the person ignores warning signs and swims where they shouldn't. You are more likely to die by a vehicle hitting you than any animal.
Number 2: Cost of living: Yes, certainly going up these days, but I haven't come across a beer costing $9. Maybe in a Sydney restaurant. A typical can of beer (Vic Bitter) is less than $2 when bought in a slab (24 cans). Asian beers are even cheaper. Purchasing individual cans or in restaurants, price goes higher.
Number 3: Fosters is crap and no self respecting Australian would drink it. Had it in UK and I almost spat it out. It was that bad.
Number 4: Meals cost $40?????? Depends on where you go, but most restaurants have meals, way below this. Our local pub in Wangaratta has fine meals for anywhere between $18 and $36 AUD ($26 USD) (steak). Not as cheap as US, for sure, but you are only going to pay crazy prices if you eat in Sydney/Melbourne. As always, shop around and avoid tourist traps (read travel guides).
Yeah, I don't know where the $9 beers are either. With $100 food budget a day you can eat like a Queen/King, especially with so many places to choose from in city areas. Hell, I didn't even budget this much for my last trip to Noosa, and I still got to eat at some great restaurants. Wine with the meal may set you back a bit, though.
Thank you! I was getting ready to comment those points 🤣
There's also huge over generalisations. Not every Aussie is going to dislike you because they don't insult you 🤣
I'm in Melbourne and the prices seem accurate. I think in the video they're based on Sydney prices, where the average tourist would go.
One things for sure. Dining in Melbourne is costly. Even a beer in the CBD at a bar is $10, yes. Most clubs ilegally water down the alcohol too.
Depends what beer he's talking about. If he's talking about a pint of beer at a pub, then $9 is pretty close. If he's talking about a stubbie of beer at a night club, then $9 is pretty close as well.
But you're right. Buying a carton or slab is more like $2 a beer.
As for the costs - I actually think in most of Australia things are cheaper than in the US as the price on the menu is what you actually pay. In the US what you pay will likely be at least 25% more than what is written on the menu after they add tax and tip. It just seems like Australia is more expensive if people only look at menu prices and not the money that actually leaves their wallets. I’m saying this as an American living in Australia who recently went back to the states for a holiday and was shocked at how expensive things are in the US as compared to Australia (Christmas 2021 - inflation is going gangbusters in California)
Cops are pretty chill here but piss them off and it's 0 to 100 real quick
Yeah they don't like smart arses
Very true.
You must pass the "attitude" test. Use your manners, don't BS them and don't mouth off.
I'd add a couple of qualifiers to that... some cops are pretty chill, if you are the right sort of person.
No, they are dirty pigs just wanting money money money
I was living in WA in 81-82 in Esperance beautiful spot and was going to Kalgoorlie for the weekend and picked up an American hitchhiker who was blown away by how big Australia was was because he was used to seeing towns all over in different places where here in OZ in the outback and other places you can drive for miles before seeing another town. Another point I would like to make if you travel long distances especially in sparsely populated areas carry extra fuel and water it can be needed by you or someone else.
Big hint, if there are lots of people around, it's a tourist attraction. You will probably discover fantastic, less visited spots usually not that far away. Aussies tend to keep the secret spots, well, secret. Less than 30 minutes from one extremely popular tourist town in northern NSW, with cheapest tent sites at $40 a night is a lovely little campground that cheapest sites is $15 a night. Plus there are many towns in rural areas that have free camp if you stay 2 or more nights. Buying a counter meal and spend a few tourist $$ is more valuable to a small town than charging for a pilot of dirt.
As a kid in Australia, I didn't know what a shrimp was... That's how rare it is to hear it. Also kinda weird to cook your prawns on a bbq anyways 😅
Yeh kills the taste of the snags and the steak. We don't use smokers as much as Americans either more the pity but a bbq on a webber is quick and tasty.
Garlic prawns on the barbie are delicious
I only knew of brine shrimp ( sea monkeys untill ingot older)
Well it's shrimp everywhere else in the world.
Maybe it's convicts speak coz that's what Australia was a dry desert fit only for sheep flies and convicts
@@thatbloodypanda6989 it's shrimp everywhere else in the world let's call it shrimp please
As an Aussie I appreciate that you pointed out the actual rules here cheers mate
@Jack Frost Rules of nature.
I have loved Australia for everything even perhaps things that may scare some away.... I love the ppl. They seem to be some of the most supportive and likable ppl.
You forgot about the drop bears! The vicious little creatures they are!
Killer Pygmy Possums outside of Darwin. Many an innocent croc has been killed for their carnage.
Mate I'm still shook up after watching a news report on Drop Bears done by an British reporter. She'd gone to a wildlife park to see one of the nasty little buggers and even though she'd been briefed thoroughly by some very kind park rangers it really didn't prepare her for what was to come (oh the horror!). 😱 (🤣🤣🤣)
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You forgot to add that all Australians think they're being clever by warning newcomers and tourists about the Drop Bears! As an immigrant to Australia, I wish I had an aussie beer for every time I've heard that joke. What's heart warming though, is that it's said with almost a personal acknowledgement that it's really not funny and they're having you on, but everyone laughs any way. :)
@@jonijoni1145 maybe you need an actual sense of humour to fully appreciate the Drop Bear warning 🤔
I love how he said in the title "11 things NOT to do" then he said last hut not least 11 ENJOY australia LMAOO
Don't want too much negativity haha
#11 make sure we don’t enjoy Australia!?
🤣 haha 😛
@@CalMcKinley I must warn you, here in Australia the weather changes from absolutely sunny to raining in one minute.
@@berriesliferighthere.ohand4318 Come on, you can't put all of Australia into the Melbourne basket! 😂
I visited my mother from the uk 🇬🇧 when she lived and worked out there for Many years I absolutely loved it! Me and the wife considered going out there ourselves but we were blessed with our third son so
It put our plans off track a bit.
No 5. Travelling between and within the capital cities and intermediate towns is relatively easy, including across the Nullabour from South Australia to the West. However, if intending to travel the Outback but not as part of an organised tour, do be certain to seek local advice, take plenty of water etc and provide an itinerary of your movements to authorities. As he has said this IS a big country and particularly in the Top End settlements and help can be far away.
A useful and insight video. To add to it: You never, ever have to tip. Tipping slightly offends our egalitarianism. We put people down because we consider treating someone as an equal the greatest compliment we can pay ... if that makes sense. Insulting people as a form of friendship-jest is more an East Coast thing, though. If you jump into a taxi, sit in the front passenger seat alongside the driver. And prepare to make polite conversation. Ask about their family. Don't sit in the back and treat the taxi driver as some kind of servant or chauffeur. As a Western Australian I also happily advise friends from the US--who may only have 2 weeks vacation--that it's okay not to make it to WA. Australia is a big place and the big-ticket-must-see-things are in the East or in the Middle. I hope that helps.
I always tip a few dollars, particularly delivery drivers. No one has ever been offended.
I used to always sit next to the driver in a taxi. I stopped doing it in March 2020, and I don’t think I would be welcome there since the pandemic.
Also I have to disagree- WA has some great spots - some real must sees but I think it probably deserves a trip by itself.
Some more tips... 1 When you're driving out in the countryside take heaps of drinking water say two liters per person per day minimum and long life energy food 2. Keep your car full of fuel when ever your see a petrol station say every 250 klms 3. If you're carry extra fuel containers it is illegal to carry normal petrol in some areas It must be special OPAL fuel 4.Make sure your car is in excellent condition with high quality tyres and two spares 5.Only use the very common brand of Aussie cars EG Toyota, Holden, Ford. These cars can be repaired more easily in country towns Do not use an electric car 6.Take clothing for very hot and very cold weather 7.Take a top quality medical kit including bug spray and sun cream and large brim hats 8.Have heavy duty foot wear 9.Take a normal mobile phone and a satalite phone ....cheers and good luck...
Reading this comment inspired me, thanks man
@@TheRei111111 good one mate.. Just remember that the towns are a long way apart Go for it.. Cheers
You need to be going really way out into the outback or central Australia to need to be that cautious. It's not needed in general in rural areas, although finding EV charging stations are still a rarity in rural areas.
Two litres of water per person per day is no where near enough ! 10 is more realistic in summer . Working in construction I can easily drink 5 litres before 1 o'clock in the arvo . Take a bottle of lemon or lime cordial as well . If the water gets warm , it's more palatable with either cordial .
An umbrella is a useful accessory , shade from the sun and shelter from the rain . Sydney is currently experiencing extreme rain .
If you're working outside fruit picking or construction , don't drink beer or any alcohol when you finish your shift , drink water and ice . Rehydrate first then have a beer , alcohol will dehydrate you quickly . It's surprising how many people alcohol gets the better of when they come to Australia !
@@johnniethepom2905 yes I agree with you... I'm talking about a tourist travelling around in a air conditioned car and not expending much energy as we would working hard in the heat. Also I am not including washing and cleaning water I also use salts and minerals supplements which I take regularly in any enviouriment that I am encounting I should of mentioned these points Also the larger a person is they would require more water Thank you for your response ....
Australia is a beautiful country and the people are just fantastic, you always feel safe and welcomed here.
There are many many over generalisations here but it gets most of the points across! As an aussie, the only time I've ever really tipped is when I see a tip jar. If you come here for a visit just enjoy your time here!! Be open to having conversations with strangers and you can meet some life long friends
(And no you don't have to be insulted for people to like you lol, that's something my close friends and I do between ourselves jokingly haha)
Some of these aren't entirely true. But they are good info for people who have never been here before.
Yes prices can be expensive, but if you are on a working visa you are earning a higher base rate + weekend/night/pub holiday rates. On a Sunday I can earn almost $85AUD an hour, working a job that needs no qualifications other than a driver's licence and a police check. So yeah, the prices are relative.
Also if you are coming from most other western countries, the exchange rate is more than likely in your favour.
Dangerous animals.... blah blah blah. Just pay attention to signs, talk to the locals, wear protective clothing in the bush, wear sunscreen, bring shit tonnes of water, listen to life guards, police ect.. inform people about where you are going and when you expect to be back. Just have some sense and do 10mins of research on the area you want to explore.
You can talk about anything and say anything to Aussies, just be prepared to have the living shit teased out of you if you are a. Wrong b. Rude or c. Call prawns shrimp d. Tell us Vegemite is disgusting.
We swear, a lot. It's ok to do it here in most circumstances, the only issue will be when you get home and the dirty mouth comes back with you 😏🤣 some areas of Sydney or Melbourne, who think are classy might look down on the swearing. But most of us don't give a fuck.
Don't be a wanker.
We make small talk in most settings except usually on public transport. In saying that, if you need help, majority of people will stop to help you (unless they are rushing/late or you look like you're trying to sell them something). So start up a convo! You will probably meet some cool new people.
Each state has varying laws, so make sure to check around laws before going somewhere or doing something. (E.g driving offences, how to purchase alcohol/cigarettes, legal BAL etc). We tend to have pretty strict rules and mainly all of us obey them.
You can gamble in Australia, but only in certain establishments and zones. Drugs are not legal here, except alcohol and tobacco (and pharmaceutical drugs by prescription, but only for proven medical use, sorry you won't get medical marijuana herr) they are heavily taxed and have to be bought in certain stores with ID (passport). Also you are not allowed to smoke on (I think all of) our beaches. Smoking is banned in all indoor areas, train stations, in a lot of community areas like play grounds, parks etc.
You can't bring food, animals, organic matter into Australia without declaring them (or in some cases they are all together banned). We have extremely tight border control to protect our unique ecosystem, that in the past, Australians have destroyed with introduced species and plants. We take it seriously!
Go and check out rural Australia, you will not meet more unique and welcoming people. But always be mindful of the areas you are going and always be aware of your surroundings. Australia has a low crime rate, but foreigners stick out like a sore thumb and will be taken advantage of if given the opportunity by crooks. Our police are very friendly and helpful, in some parts of Australia they are the only police officer for hundreds of Km and are very close to the community. Do not be discouraged by going to them for help. However, you can't bribe them, it is an offence that will get you into trouble. Especially with highway patrol (road police), good luck talking yourself out of a ticket. Best to be polite and suck it up.
Australia can get VERY cold, especially at night in certain times of the year. If you are going out, or camping etc. Make sure you have the appropriate clothing and check the weather. Australia has many natural weather patterns that can be dangerous (storms, high tides, floods, bushfires) so be careful and listen to local warnings.
Do not litter, especially dirty cigarette buts. It not only runs the risk of causing a fire, we also hate litterbugs. Or as we call them... tossers.
You can get second hand cars here dirt cheap! Not so much at the moment because of COVID (importing new cars slowed and the demand for second hand cars went up). So it could be cheaper for you to buy a second hand car, then sell it before you leave, rather than rent a car or use public transport. Especially if you will be here for a while and want to travel around.
In saying that, in some places of Australia there are hundreds of Km between servos (gas stations). So never push your luck with a tank of fuel. Best to always keep it above 50%.
Fuel is expensive here and the distance you travel between city/towns is usually a long way. So make sure you factor that in.
We use the metric system. We have no idea how many miles it is, or what temp it is in Fahrenheit.
The Aussie sun burns hotter. Wear sunscreen, sunnies and hats. Avoid direct sunlight between 10am - 2pm if you can.
Sydney is fucked to drive around through. The streets make no sense, they are one way and confusing. And the cabs will run you off the road to get 0.05 seconds in front. Best to use public transport until you are out of Sydney.
Learn about and experience some Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture while you are here. But respect their connection to the land and their custodial ties to it. As well as the traumatic past they have endured.
A lot of our city's and places are Aboriginal names. Such as Woolloomooloo, Joondalup, Wagga Wagga, Gymea, Queanbeyan, Mullumbimby, Coonabarabran, Maribrynong, Maroochydore. Yes we know they can sound funny to the outside world. But it can be disrespectful to make fun of them. We usually just think your a dickhead if you go on about them aside from an initial giggle or two.
Also we don't tend to shorten the words of our towns/places. We pronounce them properly, they are probably the only words we don't shorten.
We love teaching our slang to foreigners. Ask us if you don't understand, we will happily tell you.
Don't swim in the ocean with your clothes on. Don't turn your back on the ocean, stay between the flags and listen to life guards. If you are not experienced with swimming in the ocean, do not swim at an unmanned (no life guards) beach.
Also, don't jump straight into any body of water before first checking the water depth, checking for snags and other objects hidden just under the surface.
We also have outbreaks(though rare) of dangerous bacteria in water ways, so stay connected to the news and heed warnings.
Though our water here is very safe and totally drinkable through mostly any tap, unless otherwise stated. No matter where in Australia you go.
Phone reception and internet connections are notoriously bad here. We hate it more than you do, so don't complain to us.
Don't leave your shoes outside unless you check for spiders. Especially on the coast of NSW in funnel Web season.
Melbourne regularly has 4 seasons in one day, dress for hot, cold and wet weather.
Also don't call it Melborn. It's Melbin.
Don't say flip flops. Call them what they are.
Thongs.
Don't tell us you are scared of spiders. It will just invite us to fuck with you.
We drive on the left side of the road. It is the right way and we will argue with you until the end of time 😊
Don't just come here in summer. It snows in winter and the top end can be really lovely in winter.
Don't feed seagulls chips. You just embolden the fuckers to steal our burgers and pies.
Don't say g'day mate. Also, sometimes mate can have a negative connotation. And C U next tuesday is a sign of endearment. Use slang when you understand the context. Not before.
Wow ….that was much more detailed than the video. Thanks
with the sun bit, it is not hyperbole. Australia is 5 (or 10, cant remember)% closer to the sun during our summer because the world doesnt go in a perfect circle around the sun
I thought it was pronounced "Melbern", not "Melbin". Lived here all 61 years of my life.
Tt8
Tourism Australia should be head hunting you. Great comment. Very refreshing . "Head hunting " #12
I’m sorry but can you tell me where it snows here? I’ve lived here my whole life and have never seen it once. I might be living in an area that doesn’t.
Well done on the video. I’m an Aussie and you got most of it correct. One thing, I live in Melbourne and we don’t have a lockout law. You can buy a drink all night long.
Hi 😊 I want to move to Australia but I'm so scared of spiders. Some people tell me that if I go to big cities like Melbourne I won't see spiders too often. Is that true, what is your experience ?
Thank you...
@@palamutmese2983 hi, yes in larger cities, especially in the metropolitan areas there are not many spiders! although australia has a reputation of having many dangerous wildlife and spiders, that is mostly just in the more remote and bushier areas. if you do see spiders in the city, they are probably harmless! I hope this helped you :)
@@palamutmese2983 Some Sydney suburbs do have spiders that can kill you (called the funnel-web spider)but there is an anti-venom available and nobody has died since they started making it. These spiders typically live in the garden not indoors and they are so big and nasty looking it is not much problem avoiding them if you are careful (i.e. don’t go digging around in the garden in Sydney suburbs if you don’t like spiders). Melbourne and the rest of the country don’t have them
@@palamutmese2983 Yes spiders are not uncommon. Look up the Huntsman spider. Huge but harmless. Red backs small but can give you a nasty bite.. You will find these 2 even in metropolitan areas. Funnel webs are right mongrels but its very rare to hear of someone getting bitten. I live in a rural area and we often see huntsmen spiders. Great for killing flies. Little black house spiders kill flies. Look in short, we do have lots of 'scaries' but it really is uncommon for people to be hurt. If it was common we'd have a smaller population. LOL
Come and enjoy.
@@voxac30withstrat Thank you for the reply. The internet made me scared to go to Australia because everybody is like don't go there, there are dangerous spiders everywhere you can't escape them etc. However, thanks to your and other Australians' replies, i will likely choose Australia over other English speaking countries because Australia offers me what they don't offer in terms of living standarts
Hi Cal I'm a first time watcher and I'm from the land down under. I have something to point out. The price for beer in the video is stated to be $9 Australian, which is actually around the $5 price. That $9 price tag is more accurate for spirits.
As an Australian this presentation is very well done. A BIG thumbs up.
cheers Kym!
Drive for 24 hours and you're still in the same state
Not if you're on the border of a state
@@Charlotte-111 haha smartass
@@derpyderp3560 thanks, nice to know I'm smart :P
@@Charlotte-111 despite an intellectual disability and 8p23.1 deletion syndrome I'm pretty damn smart too
WA 🤣
Amazing. This was actually sensible and relevant advice ….. from an American! I’m frequently amazed at how often UA-cam folk get it wrong. Nice work on the path and warning signs advice. They’re also often there to protect the wildlife too….
No he has it wrong. $9 for a beer......not sure where he is buying a beer. Must be the bar at a Hilton.
@@xr6lad lol
We were there in August 2015, Spent time in Sydney and Port Douglas Queensland. Had a terrific time without any hassle.
living there for 3 years. This dude is right ni everything
The bloke in this video gave plenty of great advice, with some minor caveats; public transport *does* exist, even in more rural locales- it’s certainly cheaper than taxis, though it can be pretty archaic in a small town like Warwick, compared to a city like Brisbane or Cairns- in larger places, the runs can be as frequently as 15-20 mins- whereas in smaller cities & towns, they can be hourly, or even only a couple of times per day- & the walk between places in the full sun (as early as 9am - as late as 6pm, in summer- & 10am - 3/ 4pm in winter; keep in mind that ‘winter’ _can_ be relatively warm in a state like Queensland) can be pretty rough if you’re not used to it- as the old ad goes: ‘Slip, Slop, Slap, Slide, & Seek’
Slip on a shirt
Slop on sunscreen
Slap on a hat
Slide on sunnies
& Seek shade, wherever possible!
While tipping at restaurants doesn’t really exist here, there are places that occasionally have it- you won’t get a filthy look if you don’t tip, though- but it’s not entirely uncommon to hear someone say ‘keep the change’, rounding up a purchase to the nearest dollar.
It’s best to use commonsense & ask advice when ‘heading bush’, or in any remotely rural environment; the weather can change quite rapidly- & our sun is **HOT** don’t doubt that for a second.
Most of all: enjoy it here- if you saved up your money to come here, make the most of it- & go to more than just the tourist ‘hot-spots’; instead of the big cities, visit a couple of smaller ones, like Rockhampton, Cairns, Townsville, & Mackay in Queensland, & the towns on the outskirts of the other major cities.
I live rurally and we have zero public transport
Reminds me of the verbal carnage last year i sent my best m8 "to buy some shrimps for the barbie" in Mission Beach. Bet they're still laughing at him :D
Great video, mate! A good tip: If you are unsure about anything, ask for local Aussie Advice, I'm an Aussie. I'm always blown away by the kindness of strangers 🇦🇺🤠
Very good tips, especially the cost of living.. going to the grocery store was the most expensive part of being there. That being said, I love Australia and I hope to go back someday 🙏🏽💙💜🌎🕊️
The "Lockout Law" only applies to two specific areas in the city centre. They are the areas where most alcohol fueled violence occurred. I believe it has now been repealed though.
We still have it in Brisbane.
Which one of you bastards called this bastard a bastard 😀
You can get alcohol at clubs in Melbourne at all hours. If you are too intoxicated, you can be refused service though.
*areas with high real estate potential
@@dontbefatuousjeffrey2494 I was just in Brisbane and I am pretty sure I was still drinking well past 2am. Maybe because I was already inside the bar before the cutoff? Might be remembering it wrong though hehe
12. Don't remind them that they started out as a colony of criminals 😎Alf Garrnett got a lot of grief for that remark
Thank you for this info video. I loved watching it.
in Australia a lot of cool stuff to explore thanks for sharing
A Pub meal cost around $25, average wage now (2021) is about $25-$30 an hour.Good vid mate.
thanks man
Awesome, my friend. 😍💕 Big like.👍 Have a nice day.🤗✨
Great video.🙏
Great video. I might be wrong but I'm pretty sure only Sydney has the 1:30am lockout rule thank goodness. Love my homeland. Cheers
Thanks for your informative videos! I would love to travel to Australia! Out of all places- I would definitely want to see Australia. I actually found you b/c my sister is in Uruguay 🇺🇾 & I wanted a sneak peek on what it was like. Keep up the great work. I know how hard it is to be a content creator & your footage is insane. Love your content!
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hey glad you liked it, hope your sister has a great trip!
You don't need to tip almost ever.
Almost everything he said is wrong
everything you said was spot on M8.
I'm Australian and I approve 👍
A lot of Australians travel over seas before seeing and know their own country, my home town was Darwin, Northern Territory (NT) lived in every city except Hobart, Canberra and Sydney but spent a lot of time in those cities (old navy days), Australia was a great place to grow up and live... Love our country, Australia... Thank you for the clip really enjoyed it...
Should be a law here not being able to apply for a passport until seeing atleast 50% of aus first
isn't dawin almost like a city
@@ouralternate-history5672 it classed as a city but compared to other cities it has smaller central business centre. Beautiful place and I love it.
Truth is darwin is so small when a cruise ship docks, its the biggest thing iv ever seen. Lol n them beer prices are honeypot prices if from here haha. Great vid pretty generally spot on. Oh n we take the piss out of ourselves
@@ouralternate-history5672
🤣 ‘almost like a city’
The place I live in has been a city since 1918, but it retained ‘small town charm’ ‘til about 15 years ago, when the mining boom caused expansion & a commensurate rise in building.
I live in Australia and love Australia 🇦🇺
hehe just saw this as an Australian i think you hit the nail on the head "got it right" well done
This is a pretty good list. Well done.
Bloody great advice from someone who’s actually been here. 👍🏻🇦🇺🍺
Love Australia! Love this ENGLISH COLONY ! 💖💖💖💖
The great thing about being an English colony, is that we've got a Queen for free and she generally stays away. Best place for a monarch is somewhere else, but I still like them.
Yep, we're still trying to undo all the damage from when they first got here...
@@lauriekibblewhite When we arrived there we did what we had to do: clean that sh.... and bring civilization!
God save the Queen! 🙏
@@JohnnyGibson230 Is that what you call it?
The insult one is so true along with the laid back thing
I love the timing of this videos release
You are absolutely correct about everything! Follow this man's advice when visiting and definitely have extra money because it is truly expensive here. Another thing you'll find (I was told this by an American visitor) is people are either really friendly or will be very cold if they don't want to speak to you. No inbetween. I tend to agree with that, but the majority will try and help you if you need directions etc. Country folk are more friendly than city folk, but that's the same in most countries really.
wich city do you live?
One important one that is missing about talking to Australians is how to present political issues and criticisms. I am Australian, and foreigners bringing up their criticisms and opinions on Australian politics can often unintentionally sound extremely arrogant and rude unless they acknowledge that their country has flaws too.
Flat-out saying “we do this better back home” will absolutely piss off most Australians. We KNOW that our country is FAAAAAAAAAAR from perfect, it’s just that most of us feel so hopeless against the government that we don’t feel that we can stop them and change anything. Plus acknowledging your home country’s faults not only signals to us Australians that you are open-minded and most likely a good discussion partner, but also opens the conversation to a fair, informative and respectful comparison of policies and procedures.
Totally agree- there is not a single country on the planet that is perfect. Namaste from Oslo.
Jeez, aren't you a touchy bunch ? What happened to 'don't take it personally' ?
Good advice mate, you nailed it.
With the tipping, I used to work at the airport. Had a couple of Americans ask for directions and ask me if they should tip me for it. I was so confused. Why would I expect to be tipped for something so basic as speaking to a customer and giving directions. I got asked whether to tip the taxi drivers too. I know they accept tips but I said no, cause the price they'll have to pay for the fare will be enough to make them cry. Why pay more.
4:52 I was watching Bondi rescue on tv at the same time this showed up
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Lol
@3:05 the 0.05 blood alcohol content law is for fully licenced drivers over the age of 19 only, if you're a young visitor (18-21) check the drink driving laws in the state(s) you are visiting, they all vary.
Hi I am from down under and yes buying fast food or takeaway food is very expensive but you can keep the costs of food low if you find the local supermarket - that is either the local Woolworths or Coles and grab something from there. You can buy food for a fraction of what you would pay buying it from a fast food joint. Most Woolworths and Coles sell a roast chicken for around $12 and you could probably spend under twenty for a meal for two if you buy from here. Also if you shop at one of these supermarkets late - say an hour before they close you can find some great deals on food where Chickens and fresh food from their bakery are reduced for a quick sale. There are not many Woolworths or Coles in the CBD but you might find a Coles express (there used to be one at Wynard Station) but if you want to save money you can save a lot just by sourcing out the local Coles or Woolies or even the local IGA. Also the biggest danger for the majority of Australians who live along the east coast is spiders - Funnel webs and especially Red back spiders can be found everywhere but the number of cases of people being bitten by them is low and I would think somewhere like the US where you have bears roaming about is a much more scarier place to live
One thing I can say is, if you want to experience Australia go to the bush, the big cities to reflect our wildlife and diversity.
I have been to Australia twice. Great advice! I would only add 1 thing...Learn the lingo before you go. Even though we speak the same language (So we think) They have a completely different verbage going on.
As an Aussie this is pretty much spot on.
Love the Penrith footage, my home town, go the Panthers. `Public transport outright sux down here. We have become so reliant on our cars that public transport never did and now never can catch up but the rest is spot on.
0:31 don't stray from the path
1:17 don't underestimate the cost
1:58 don't say "shrimp on the barbie"
2:36 drinking in Australia
3:24 don't underestimate the size
3:52 don't always tip
4:19 don't rely on public transport
4:46 don't talk out immigration
5:14 don't take anything personally
5:42 don't be afraid to say hello
6:05 enjoy Australia
Great video just wanted to point out tho that there are actually trains and buses that go to small towns here but most people will simply get a friend if they dont drive and need to go somewhere far
G-day mate awesomely done 💯😎❤
Tysm for mentioning the ‘Shrimp on the barbie’! Most to everyone hates that word.
I was lucky enough to be assigned work duty by my employer in 1996. I totally agree with everything in this video. I found Australia to be nothing less than AWESOME!!
You will certainly need deep pockets with some of the advice here. In the eastern States there are always alternatived to expensive bars. Clubs, for example Leagues clubs and Returned Soldiers Clubs (RSL), all have better beer prices and many also have great bistros and eats. In most cases sign in is required but that does not cost.
yep I can get a beer at my local RSL for 5 bucks. If you go to darling hbr, circular quay any of those tourist traps you're gonna get reemed.
Me: lived in Australia my whole life
Also me: lets watch this video
pretty good advice
As an Australian, I can vouch for the price one. A pub meal in my town is like $60 for four people. (Although I am in a small rural town so I can’t speak for everyone)
60 aud for a meal for four people is very good compared to UK. Would probs be double here
I find that a decent feed cost about 20-$30 around most of Australia as long as you’re not in the middle of Sydney or something like that
Bro, $50Aud for 4 people's dinner? That's $15/head for a full pub meal, that's like 90's prices, xrazy cheap compared to most places in the country.
$10-$12 lunch specials are not uncommon in pubs & clubs in rural NSW. Dinner selections usually from $20 to $35 (steaks) & most are BIG meals ( a large plate fully loaded).
$15 each. That's pretty good.
No really, do not tip (unless it's something like Uber) we don't do that and it's always awkward when you do it. I remember the first time I got tipped just for carrying somebody's bags to their room, it was really weird and I didn't know how to respond. Please don't do that, just be polite, say thank you and don't be a pain in the arse that alone will get you top notch service.
i'm an Aussie and my advice to you is visit central Australia. it's amazing go to Uluru/Ayers Rock and Kata Tjuta make sure to go at sunset or rise it's beautiful. and there are a lot less people in Alice Springs compared to the major cities so it's quicker to get to places.
As an Aussie, i agree with the long drives. We've to Queensland and Darwin from the south and you'd want to take time...lots to see.
Common brown snake? Think you mean Eastern Brown - but they are pretty common, and very venomous. Also, lockout laws are done. You can get in up till 1am, and you can leave anytime. Tipping is something we don't do, full stop.
A few extras:
1. Don't underestimate the heat. No seriously. Don't go on that hike when it's 40 out, even if you think you're experienced. Australian heat and sun is no joke. The sun will burn you no matter what your skin is like. Wear a shirt, SPF factor 50 sunscreen and a hat at _minimum._ There's always that one American tourist who ignores all that and pays for it. Guy a few years ago was found a half kilometre from his camp, because he was trying to come back, but he didn't make it.
2. In general, don't pat the wildlife unless you're at a zoo or sanctuary that says it's okay. I think Healesville in Victoria might let you. Even kangaroos can be dangerous when threatened. Possums and koalas too, they have sharp claws. _Especially_ don't pick up the pretty little octopus, it's a blue ring flashing its lights to get you to back off.
3. Swim between the flags on guarded beaches. There are beaches that are considered completely safe, but some only have certain zones to swim in. Know how to recognise a riptide, google images might help you out.