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Has anyone seen my cousin? I would like to get in touch
with him as I need to tell him he forgot to take his insect
repellant. I realise he must be almost as distraught as I
am at the thought of all those midges attacking him. The
last I heard he was heading towards Melbourne. He is tall,
dark and covered in spots probably so he shouldn't be hard
to miss. If you see him ask him to get in touch or if you
could spare the time and effort rub some of your own
repellant over him. Let me know if you've seen him now!
Many Thanx. MARK.
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Could anyone give me contact numbers for the Australian
Embassy in the UK. I would be esp. grateful for an e-mail
address. If anyone could give any other information they
feel would be helpful it would be much appreciated. I'll be
21, going by myself having finished Uni and looking for a
job! What visa should I initially go for. Thanx
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I willbe going to Aus for five months in Sep 98. I already
been in Aus before working but that was at an industry. I
will be staying in Sydney hopfully if theres no wrk there I
will head up to Cairns. About staying in Sydney and working
there is it a good idea to get an apartment or just stay in
a hostel?? last time i stayed with a family. how should I
get a job? is it easy in to get one in Sydney at restaurant
and so on?? well i am greatful for ne help i get.
johan
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Beware of thieves at Sydney Airport, they work in gangs, one person
will distract you while another helps himself to your valubles
They are all very well dressed.
They tryed to grab my pouch but i in turn grabed one of them and shouted for security but
security at Sydney Airport is non-existent, so they got away while everyone including people behind the various
counters did nothing.
So just use your common sense.
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What do you think is a reasonable time to stay in NZ to see
the best parts of it? (N/S)I will either hitch or go by
rental camper!
And what about going to South-Island in Spring?
Thanks for your help.
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Hi you,
In January I bought a special fare Quantas passenger return
Ticket from Brisbane to Sydney. I did use only the first
half of it, cause I left your country via Sydney (too bad).
If you're male (one of the 'applying conditions' of these
tickets may be that they are non - transferable to others,
but on domestic flights they never checked my passport), I
can offer you the rest, a flight from SYD to BNE on the
31.3.1998. It departs on SYD Quantas Domestic at 10:05 and
arrives in BNE at 11:30. Interested? Mail to me!
Juergen Friedrich (one of those germans Eddy from
topic 48 fears to 'leichhard' all over Australia)
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I'm arriving in Darwin in mid May. Are you planning to
do the same? Perhaps we could get together and hire a
car and explore the NT. Or maybe just hop on the bus and head of into the wilderness. I'm open to suggestions and ideas about the best way to see the NT and time allowing the West Coast, as cheaply as possible - ofcourse!
see ya, g
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I'm arriving in Darwin in mid May. Are you planning to
do the same? Perhaps we could get together and hire a
car and explore the NT. Or maybe just hop on the bus and head of into the wilderness. I'm open to suggestions and ideas about the best way to see the NT and time allowing the West Coast, as cheaply as possible - ofcourse!
see ya, g
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Sorry folks..here's another post....
I'm landing in Melbourne and going all the way up the east
coast, seeing all the major areas up till Cairns..
Can anyone gimme some tips on good/bad hostels..
Thx in advance....
The AussieBound Canadian Traveller
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Does anyone have any recommendations on what bus tour i
should take? I'm m/24 and a single traveller. Out of
Mccaferty's, Oz Experience, and Greyhound, which one would
be the best?
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Would people mind very much not "DOING" Countries... It
sounds like some very sick sexual deviance.. For example...
"I did the South Island on NZ" - Really now did you..! Well
I hope you used protection. If you are visiting a country
please have respect for the place you visit and when
referring to that place in the past tense use other
phraseology not quite so sexually based.Comments
appreciated.
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Would people mind very much not "DOING" Countries... It
sounds like some very sick sexual deviance.. For example...
"I did the South Island on NZ" - Really now did you..! Well
I hope you used protection. If you are visiting a country
please have respect for the place you visit and when
referring to that place in the past tense use other
phraseology not quite so sexually based.Comments
appreciated.
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We provide information on voluntary work opportunities
world-wide. If you wish to work as a volunteer please drop
us an e-mail or wisit our page.
http://members.tripod.com/~yuvwis/index.html
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Does anyone know if it is possible to travel from Indonesia
to Northern Australia by boat? I heard there was a boat
from Timor to Darwin. Thanks
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I am interested in hearing from anybody who has been to Bali or Java in the last three months since the currency collapse.
What were prices like? Is the country now one big bargain? Are prices of accomodation etc., still quoted in rupiahs or are the locals now insisting on US dollars?
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Please, any info to help break the loop (Solomans or
Vanuatu...Vanuatu or Solomans...etc) If you have been to
both or either your input, here or email me, would be
greatly apprieciated.
Noz (remove n.spam to reply)
--"In your heart you know it's flat"--
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Has anyone had experience with Omega Rental Cars of Auckland? I've reserved a car with them to tour both the north and south islands and I'm wondering if you can tell me about he dependability of their cars and service. I also have a car reserved with Budget. I'd appreciate comments on them too. Thanks!!!
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Ok, I've got my airline ticket lined up, work visa is in
the works, and I'm all pumped up. Just one question now.
How difficult is it to get a job in SE Australia around
September? Are there internet sites that I could apply
through? Any information from other travellers who have
gotten jobs out there and from those who live out there
would be appreciated. Cheers.
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I'm arriving in Perth late March and intend to windsurf,
surf and boogie board my around the coast up to Darwin. Will
I need a wetsuit? How warm is the water going to be?
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Hi,
My Girlfriend and I are going to be spending a week in
Rarotonga on our way to Australia. Does anyone have any
suggestions on where to stay and what to do?
We've been recommended to stay at Vera's, but don't have a
phone number for it.
Thanks
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I want to visit Pitcairn Island. Can anyone give me some
informations.
Can you fly outthere? From where?
What will be the best time of year?
Any informations would be very much appriciated.
I can help with informations regarding Indonesia.
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If your heading North along the Pacific Highway, about 30
kilometers south of port Macquarie there is a great place
for hanggliding, Paragliding and Sailing. It's called the
High Adventure Airpark.It's set on 260 hectares beside the
pristine Watson Taylor lake. I done a 2 day sailing safari
in there 5 meter trimarns and You get to sail one to your
self and the trip is fully guided with meals. They have
discounts for backpackers as well. The scennery and the
experience on these boats was exhillarating and memorable.
They have a web site on www.oznetcity.com.au/highadventure
if your interested in any of there activities, I highly
recommend you check it out and if your a bit more
adventurous you could have a go at the hanggliding tandem
flights or microlight flights but I prefer to keep on the
ground
regards
Rod Duckworth
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I will be going through Fiji in a few weeks...only have less
than a week to spend and was hoping to spend most of it on a
boat diving. Does anyone have any recommendations for me of
a good diving company based in Nadi that does 2 or 3 day
diving trips on a boat? Would appreciate any and all
information....thanks!
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I'm a 19 year old from Californian who's been cursed by the
god's to wander the world aimlessly for 40 years and 10
nights in pennance for thoughtcrimes concerning my mother(wo
unto me)...
That being said..
I will begin my trials in July when I'll be heading to New
Zealand, but my seat is itchin and I would very much like to
start meeting locals and fellow travelers(actually anybody
with a sense of humor or a good story) and getting any and
all travel tips(re:cool places, places to stay, eat, what
not to do etc..) you can spare a poor wanderer like myself
as soon as possible. My interests are adventure on the high
seas, frolicking w/ the natives, mating with...I mean
meeting the wildlife, and curling???.
If your interested or you pity a poor fool like myself, or
just in the mood for a freak show drop me a line(i need it).
P.S. The prior message is just a facade, I'm actually a very
stable individual.....
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We are going to Port Douglas in april - 98.
If you know about any nice, reasonably cheap
hotels or hostels in the area, please let us know.
If you want to know about Sweden, we have all the
answers ( i think.... ).
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Hi there!
I'm going over to NZ in October to work and live for at
least two years. I have always fancied working in a Youth
Hostel (YHA) or a Backpackers.
If anyone out there has any experience of working in a
hostel in NZ I would love to hear from you. I am interested
to know what the wages are like, the hours, the conditions.
Would you reccomend anywhere to work or not to work. Also is
it possible for a couple to live together in a hostel but
only one of you work there?
Finally does anyone know of any hostel jobs going in NZ?
Many thanks
Fiona
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Hi
would appreciate any info on reasonable accomodation
within the Sydney area around Mid April 1998
Please advise as soon as possible.......... Ex South African
living in Canada
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We're planning to visit Kakadu and then drive to Alice/Uluru. We're planning to hire a camper van, but 4WD are twice as expensive as conventional vehicles. Would we be missing out on much without 4WD capabilities (the hire companies say you can't go off bitumen in a normal vehicle)?
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We have a 4 day stopover in Alice Springs this May (en route
WA). What is the best way to spend this time? ie, should
we get out of Alice pronto and head straight for Uluru, the
Olgas etc? Both Yallara and Kings Canyon hotels look
terribly expensive. Can anyone tell me about good hostels
or camping options in these places? If camping is it
possible to sleep under the stars or do you need to sleep in
a tent for safety? Also does anyone know of any reasonably
priced car rental places in Alice Springs? I assume that it
is okay to just rent a small car rather than a 4wd to visit
the sort of places we want to go to? Also I know that
dingoes aren't very popular with lots of people, but does
anyone know of a good place to go to see dingoes either in
the wild or in a wildlife sanctuary? (We actually have a
beautiful, accidentally acquired, dingo X dog as a pet in
Sydney and are quite interested in seeing some real
dingoes).
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Hi! We are two people going to Fiji in april,and we would
like to have some info.
1. What's the weather like?
2. Where to stay in Nadi and the Mamanucas(clean¬
expensive)
Greetings from the cold North.
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Hi! I´m going to Australia soon, and probably will travel
by car. It might be a silly question, but I wonder if it´s
possible to park the vehicle at most Backpackers and YHA
hostels? I have the feeling it may by particularly
difficult in the big citys like Melbourne, Perth and
Sydney. If it´s possible! Are the parking fees high?
Thanking you in advance!
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I'll be going from the shores of Indonesia to Oz sometime in
Oct -98 and wonder if anyone can tell me if there are any
regular ferries going from either south Java, Bali or Lombok
and if so do they all go to Darwin (would have liked to go
to the OZ East coast). Eccept for any regular ferries, do
you have any good tips on how to get onto any other
boats/ships, for example as a crew.
I also want to buy a car when I enter Australia, do the car
prices in general differ a lot from place to place, any tips
on buying a car in North Queensland or Darwin? Is it hard
to sell a car bougth in one state, and sell it in another?
(due to registration etc.)
Finally I have a question about visa. Do I need to show a
return ticket to the immigration authoreties when I enter
OZ?
Thanks,
Harald
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We are a professional couple on transfer to Tauranga for 3 months - May june July. We are looking for accom. either to rent, swap or housesit. Would need to be commuting distance to Tauranga. Would consider a bach/holiday home/ b and b, self contained.
Can you help????
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Hi I'm looking to go to the Snowy Mountains this Easter.
I'm looking for an affordable trip that enables me to ride
the path The Man From Snowy River takes in the movie. I
haven't been able to find any affordable trips with
horseback riding. Can anyone help me?
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My girlfriend & I are travelling from the UK through SE Asia
(3 months) and into Oz & NZ to work & travel (1 year). Our
route home will be through T'land, V'nam, China etc (3
months). Question: can we buy insurance in Oz which will
cover us whilst we're there, and hopefully be cheaper than
buying it in the UK for the full 18 month trip? What kind of
medical cover would someone working in Oz & NZ get for free?
Can anyone in the UK recommend a competitive UK travel
insurer? Do you know of any websites for insurers in Oz/NZ?
Your help is really appreciated - thanks.
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Does anyone know of a good place to stay in Bondi Beach?
(Kind of cheap and near the beach)
Thanks.
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My fiance and I are planning a July honeymoon to Fiji. We
have planned to stay at the Sheraton Regent on Denarau
Island. Can anyone recommend great beaches not too far away
or good day trips? What about River Rafting? Off-roading?
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Where is Michael Curnow, he prommised us he would visit us
but now it is almost 4 years ago that we met him in the
Solomon Islands< Michael was there for the European
Community and we were there journalist and photograper for
a newspaper in the netherlands.
Makira was the place and the rough sea in de canoe was not
so good.
we like to know what you are doing these days
hans prinsen en miriam szalata
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I desperately want to return to New Zealand after a
wonderful 10 months there over 1996/97.
I have tried for immigration but I cannot get it as I don't
have a profession and don't have relation there. The only
way I can do it now is by marrying a Kiwi!
Do any of you Kiwi men out there want a wife?
I am a 26 years old Scot and was educated in the school of
life. Although I have no degree or the like, I am very
intelligent. I worked for many years as a financial
secretary and am currently doing a travel and tourism course
at college.
I am a virgo which makes me a perfectionist. I like men and
not mice. I would ideally like someone who can offer me a
secure home and a comfortable life with lots of fun thrown
in.
I have friends in both the north and south island so really
don't mind where we'd live.
This is genuine and I only want genuine replies please.
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Just wondering if anyone knows of a company that will ship boxes to Ireland/England (very cheaply) - how much fits in the boxes and how much will it cost? Thanks.
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I am traveling to Sydney & Melbourne in late May & am looking for safe, clean & inexpensive accomodations while I'm there. I've done some research and have found conflicting reports about Kings Cross in Sydney. Some books say it's a great place if you like the nightlife, but others books say it is dangerous. Has anyone stayed at Hotel 59? Since I'm a female and will be traveling by myself I am concerned. Also, does anyone have recommendations about good places to hear local music? Thanks!
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Hi,
I am 31 yr old Aussie from Geelong, near Melbourne in
Victoria, the south eastern part of Australia. I will be
sailing my 37ft yacht from here to northern Aus starting in
April. If anyone is interested in joining me along the way
for a short or long period of time contact me. I plan to go
for 6 to 12 months and just take it easy and port hop. If
you are coming out to Aus in the future then it may be worth
getting my mobile number to see where I am when you are
here. The only costs are fuel and food, and a lot of fun.
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Hi there,
I will be going to Australia around the second week in May.
I plan to spend around three months on a motorbike exploring
as much as possible. I will arive in Perth and move on from
there. I want to take in the usuals such as Ayers Rock, (via
the Nulabor plan, is this worth the effort?) Cairns, Sydney,
Melboure and anything else that takes my fancy.
Any one fancy joining me for a bit?
Has anyone done all this stuff before, (probably a daft
question.) I am wondering which is the best and cheapest way
of doing it, hiring sounds horendously expensive!! Has
anyone done one of these 'buy back' things, are they a rip
off? If it's better to buy there, where in Perth is good
hunting ground? What sort of insurances would I need? Can
any bikers out there recomend a good bike for this kind of
trip, I ride a ZX7R at home, but I can't think of a worse
bike for the sort of miles I will be doing. Would a big
trail bike suit, be comfy enough?
Shame the travel visa is only three months I feel sure I
will want more time.. such is life I guess. Does this visa
also aply for Tazmainia?
Thanks in advance for any help offered.
Spence.
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we are thinking of spending new year1999-2000 somewhere in
the south pacific,but would welcome any info on where to
choose-any indications of any real millenium parties?
thanks.
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I have noticed a number of requests from people to the effect of : what's the cheapest flight I can get to... without saying WHERE FROM. If you are coming from NZ, it will be cheaper than Sweden. If you really want this - or any - type of info, you need to give sufficient info to get the answer you need. Nearly as bad as the S.E.A. request for a pen pal - no info as to wether he / she wants male / female, what age range, interests.
Please consider.
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there is going to be a huge full moon party at the WOODSTOCK
farm near Longford in nothern tasmania on the 14th march
1998. Lots of band ancient celtic doings, camping etc. This
is the site of the Aquarius music festival which is rapidly
gaining a great following amongst travellers because of its
great vibe, music and camping. to find out more look at
http://woodstock.vision.net.au
or email dougal@vision.net.au
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We are two females from Canada who will be travelling to Australia in September for a year. We are both 26 years old. Dot is a British Citizen and has close relatives in Australia. I am Canadian and we are wondering how easy it will be to work over there without a visa, or how to go about getting a work visa - from the sounds of it, its pretty tough. Can British citizens work in Australia easily? Are jobs available at hostels? When we were in Europe it seemed like it would be pretty easy to get work. Any info would be great.
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I'm planning to go overseas in April and come back in July. I
would like to sub-let my flat while I am away. Any takers?
It's in a suburb of Wellington, and there would be you and
three great guys. It's close to public transport and of course
would work out cheaper than hostels and stuff. The room
would be furnished with the basics - bed, shelving, drawers,
wardrobe etc. Maybe even a stereo if you're lucky. Let me
know if you're interested.
Pip
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Hi, my husband and I have been travelling and are now trying to settle down at home in NZ. The problem is that before we left we were into the big career type jobs and now are looking at trying to set up something that we enjoy and possibly would allow us to continue meeting other travellors or people of a like mind. We are very much into mountain biking and have found some awesome tracks around NZ. We've been tossing around ideas and what we were THINKING of doing was setting up a company that could take people to these places as a day trip/weekend trip seeing part of the country on the way. Would you guys who are coming to NZ be interested in anything like this? Any other suggestions for a couple who are finding it really difficult to settle back down?
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I am thinking of staying at Jona's Paradise Resort (it's
listed in the LONELY PLANET guide) on the island of Kadavu
in Fiji and wondered if anyone who had stayed there before
had information they'd be willing to share.
thanks
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3 couples are planning to go to Fiji in July. We want to stay a few days in Nadi then to outer island at a resort. Has anyone stayed at Matangi or Qamea? Would appreciate feedback on service, accomodations and off the beach snorkeling. Any other recommendations--we would like an upscale resort (but not as upscale as Turtle or Valutele). Thank you
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I am a 21 year old British female, who is planning to go
to Australia in April 98' on a twelve month work and travel
visa.
It would be cool to have some company of a similar age to
share the adventure; to learn surfing and snowboarding
with, to sample a few Aussie beers, and experience the
Australian lifestyle. I have no other definite plans.
If you are up for this, or have any advice for me backpacking
around Australia and meeting people, then please e-mail me,
Cheers
from Susie.
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I’m leaving the UK in a couple of days to visit friends in Sydney NSW. It’s my first
time in Australia and I feel I should not miss the opportunity to see some of the
fantastic scenery on offer, in particular Ayers Rock.
Can anybody recommend the best way of travelling there for somebody with a limited
number of spare days but not necessarily a tightly limited budget.
Are there any tour operators in Sydney that could fix me up with a two or three day
package to Ayers rock and surrounding attractions?
Thanks, Paul.
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Hai you fellow travellers!
It's been almost five years that I was "on the road".
Australasia for a year. I've had the best time, I can asure
you. By now I'm starting to think of new travels, maybe old
places!? I was curious if anyone returned to Australia
after so long and his or her experiences. I've heard horror
stories of the place; commercialised, only dutch and germans
and many people who'd better stayed in Spain (Costa Brava).
Please tell, what is it like by now??
Oh, by the way, anyone stayed in Perth City Hostel, 46
Francisstreet, lately?? Curious if Ross still runs the place
(Or has he started a hostel in India by now?) Is the place
still the very best?!?!?
Well, fellow (old) travellers, hope to be among you
soon!
Edzo Wisman
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You guys out there that have flown with Emirates, pleace
share your experiences to me. I've got the impression that
it is the "dream air-company". Large seats, telephone,
great service etc. Do tell me. Cheers!
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Hi, I am interested in surfing in Moorea or other islands
near Tahiti in Feb/March.Are there surfshops for board
rental (prefer longboard or "malibu") or should I bring
my own? Also need info on surfcamps or hotels;guides;and
tips on transport.Thanks for any help. Dan
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I will be heading to New Zealand in August (N. then S. by September?) and am not too sure what to expect weatherwise. I know it's winter and all, but I'm looking for average temps. and would you advise traveling with a sleeping bag? From here, I'll be moving onto Oz, SE Asia, Nepal, India then Europe. Should I lug along a sleeping bag or make do with bedding along the way? Any info would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance.
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I was wondering how cold it got in Northern New Zealand in
August. Coming from Canada I appreciate every bit of warmth
that we get in the summer. I know It can get cold in the
South but how cold are we talking. Also, what type of
budget am I looking at. I'm used to Budget travelling, but
will I need $50 CAN per day , can I survive on less or will
I need even more than that?
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It seems this has already been asked, but I'm gonna try anyway... I am going to be coming to Australia in March to travel and especially do some wwoofing. Has anyone done this? Can you give me any first-hand advice/recommendations about WWOOF? I am a little nervous about ending up in 'slave labor.' Thanks all! Brenna
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I'm planning to travel around the pacific islands next July with my boyfriend. We're stopping in Fiji, Rarotonga, and Tahiti and any information would be welcomed. We've heard Tahiti and French Polynesia are really expensive - are there any nice but cheap places to stay? What should we see and do? Any suggestions appreciated.
Thanks
Susan
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Anyone have any tips for finding reasonable campervan rental
in NZ. Would it be cheaper to buy one ? Would three 17 yr
old girls be safe on the road ?!?! Is Wellington a funky
happening place ?? So many questions, so much to do, does my
bum look big in this ? All replies eagerly awaited...
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Hi
I'm going to do a dive course in Cairns at the end of March.
What i was wondering is which is the best course, as every
company does the same thing! There are Cairns Dive Centre,
Pro-Dive, Deep Sea Divers Den etc. Please help - which is
best for avout $480.
Cheers All
Pete
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Saw a great band in at the Cat and Fiddle in Sydney the
other night called Bean. They are an English 3-piece
(drums, trombone and guitar). Sort of like a cross b/w
Madness/Dexy's Midnight Runners/Billy Bragg and heaps of
other stuff. A really fun night out. Check them out if you
are in town. Any other good band recommendations that
people would like to add?
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Does anyone have some recommendations on good places to go
and/or sights to see in Australia that they highly
recommend? I'll be there in late June/early July and the
only thing that I've planned so far is to dive at the Great
Barrier reef. Thanks.
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I was curious if anyone knows the best way to get a one-way ticket to Australia (Sydney). A friend of mine is most likely moving there in the fall, and I know she's saving up for the very expensive flight from NYC. Any suggestions are appreciated. Thanks. Sam.
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Has anyone located a picture of the Pelorus Bridge on the
net, as I need proof that it is 45' high as I did the
naughty thing of jumping off it...Cheers, Jon
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Anyone know if it's possible to get a boat from Oz to
Indonesia? If so, where's the best departure point? More
expensive than flying? Any onfo would be appreciated.
Thanks.
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Hi .. my girlfriend and I have this crazy idea that we're gonna
hire a campervan in NZ for a month in May/June...R we crazy on
doping this cos of the weather.? Would it be best to see the
North island in the van and then stay in hostels on the South..?
Has anyone actually been round NZ in a van? Is it gonna be
better/cheaper than going on buses..? Help! we're going soon
and need to make some decisions..... byeeeee
[Posts on this topic: 4. Latest post: Wed 25 Feb, 17:53].
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I'm looking for a worldy and well mannered type person to come stay in my new place from late March 1998 onwards.
It's really well located (just a 10 min walk from those amazing Perth/Freo beaches), close to public transport, groovy cafes, bars etc... in North Fremantle, just near Mojo's. Very community kind of environment. Lovely actually.
3-storey townhouse, etc etc. Two rooms available for *one person*. $75 per week + expenses.
So if you're interested in staying for 3 months plus (no real transients please...) then do drop me a line.
Also whole townhouses next door available for short and long stay at real reasonable prices.
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Can anyone tell me how much it would cost to take a boat/ferry to Tasmania from Melbourne? Or where I might find that information? Thank you,
Kythera
[Posts on this topic: 3. Latest post: Thu 12 Feb, 13:51].
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My husband and I want to rent a car for about 5 days to
travel via the coast hwy to Melbourne. Need a firm that has
cheap rates. Would be at the end of April 98. Any
suggestions?
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I have a couple of friends going out to Christchurch, NZ on
28th Feb. They have a 2 month old baby and need furnished
accomadation for 4 months, preferably in the St.Albans area.
The guy will be working as a GP locally, so they're the
right sort of people to have living in your house/flat.
Can anybody help???
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Does anybody know how I can get my regular fix of English Premiership Football during my stay in Sydney. Do any TV stations show matches?
Thanks in advance for any advice.
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Hey, I will be coming to UWA on an exchange for one year and
I want to buy a car so I can windsurf as much as possible.
I can't find info anywhere about buying used cars around
Perth. I am looking for a solid, reliable and durable used
car that won't leave me stranded in desert locations. I
don't care about looks as long as it runs well and doesn't
suck gas like crazy. i have budgetted $5000 to buy a car,
insurance and hopefully have some cash left for gas money.
Please email me if you have any info at all. Later, Matt
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Hey, I will be coming to Perth from Vancouver Canada on an
exchange to UWA and am looking to spend most of my year on
the water windsurfing. If anybody has info on great sailing
locations, gear that I should bring, prices of gear in
Western Australia or anything else I should know about
windsurfing in Western Australia, please email me. Thanks.
Later, Matt
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Can anybody recommend a decent hostel in Wellington, where I
could hang out comfortably for a couple of weeks whilst I
look for a job/flat?
[Posts on this topic: 4. Latest post: Thu 19 Feb, 22:55].
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We are wondering about a trip from Hobart to New Zealand
North Island (having done the South) and may be including it
with one of the Pacific Islands. Have used Polynesian
Airlines before but not the Poly Pass if it still exists.
Been to samoa,cook,fiji solomon and png so what should we
visit next? In NZ would use hire car and tourist flats at
the holiday sites which we did in south with Top10 and Kirra
Tours.Would consider going April/May for approx 21days.
So what information is out there in the net to help and
guide us as newies to this magic IT world.
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My work may be sending me to Guam in the very near future
for 4 weeks. I will have weekends off as well as the fourth
week of my stay. I will have a rental car. If anyone can
suggest interesting sights or activities i would really
appreciate it. Also, are any of the other nearby islands
worth checking out? If there is anyone else who will be
travelling there around Feb 15 and wants to hook up, go
ahead and e-mail me. Thanks!
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We're going to be renting a Campervan in N.Z. in June and
have to choose between Diesel and Petrol. Can someone
please tell me the current price of diesel and petrol in
N.Z. Thanks.
[Posts on this topic: 5. Latest post: Tue 24 Feb, 22:31].
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I have a MSR Backpackers stove for which I need Colemans fuel or white gas. Will I be able to purchase either in New Zealand.
[Posts on this topic: 2. Latest post: Tue 17 Feb, 23:01].
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Hi Paul,
No reply from your Starway or Yahoo addresses. Have you gone walkabout ? Mike.
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My wife,2year old daughter and Me are off to Surfers in Nov
98 staying 2 weeks in a time share Golden Shores has anyone
got any knowledge of this resort is it as good as it looks
in the books?
We want a car over there is it worth booking unseen in
advance ,there sounds like some cheap deals in Brisbane .
Love those Morton Bay bugs where is good source and cost on
the coast.
Anyone have some inside information on best time to pick up
airfares for this time of year LOW SEASON
[Posts on this topic: 2. Latest post: Fri 13 Feb, 18:32].
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I'll be in New Zealand for the month of Dec '98. I plan on
cycling the North Island. First, what are the "you GOTTA go
there"s on the north island. Second, what is the weather
like in Dec. (should I pick a different time of year to go?)
Where should I break in the new year? Thanks in advance
for any info!
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Thankyou to those who sent me info abou cheap flights. I
found that phillipine airlines were the cheapest.
P.S. Ali - I love you.
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Does anyone know anything about this festival? I saw in a
travel brochure that it is on in May (which is when I will
be in Broome) but I haven't been able to find any more
information. Also is it necessary to pre-book accommodation
at this time of year? or just show up? (I notice that it is
high season in May).
[Posts on this topic: 1. Latest post: Fri 13 Feb, 1:32].
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Hi, we are here on a working holiday, and trying to find
work in Perth. In a few weeks we are traveling up the cost
to Darwin. Has anybody some good advice about what to see
and what to avoid in W.A and N.T. Thanks, Vera and Michael
P.S. if anybody knows some good places to work, please let
us know.
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Does anyone know of any car hire agencies who might have
cars which need to be returned to their original depots? I
am hoping to drive such a car from Auckland to Wellington at
the end of Feb/beginning of March.
Thanks
[Posts on this topic: 3. Latest post: Wed 11 Feb, 14:43].
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Fifty Plus Lady now semi retired is looking to communicate
with other like minded Fifty plus travellers, who want to
take up the reign of life again.
Especially friends in Australia who want to communicate with
someone my age in Scotland. I hope to be able to take up
travelling in the near future and would welcome support from
likeminded/age persons who felt the same way. A previous
address was up from me before Christmas. Under FIFTY PLUS
TRAVELLERS CLUB. but I see has been removed I do not operate
a club it is a term to mean people of my age to write and
feel part of this system/ it is not a commercial enterprise
just a meeting of minds so come on all of you fifty year
olds let me be hearing from you.
A warm welcome is extended to all who write. by the way I am
a ex teacher/exwife/ and this is my way of trying to meet
people of both sexes.
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Hi there,
Does anybody have experience of working in NZ on a British
Working Holiday Scheme visa and claiming a tax refund on
exit???
I am currently working in Auckland and, by the time I'm
done, will have clocked up 6 months or so of tax payments.
Can I claim some/all of this tax back? Do I have to tell
any 'little white lies' to do this, or is the whole
situation above board? Any comments/hints would be much
appreciated.
Ciau.
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Hi, I will be travelling to australia on March 1st from Canada. Looking for some tips for a young woman travelling alone (do's and don'ts). Also for some tips on finding work with wwoof or picking fruit (I have a working visa). If anyone is looking for a travelling partner e-mail me.Thanks for your time Chow!
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Hi, I've just gotten back from travelling overseas & I'm
wondering if anyone knows if you can by cheap phone cards in
Australia, for overseas phone calls, such as Swift card etc.
These are widely available in Britain with excellent rates
like 19p a minute to Australia from UK. Have the phone
companies in Oz caught on. I need to Know, I don't want a
scary phone bill. Please Help!!
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I only have two weeks to see NZ, and that will be at the end
of March, will it be too cold in the south island? Could I
get to see whales?
Will you spend 4 days treking Tongariro?
I heard Fiorland, south island, is great
Which trek will you recommend me for such a shor time?
Thank you for your info.
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I aim to go to Australia (Sydney) in April to see my
girlfriend and would greatly appreciate it if anyone was
able to advise me on the cheapest flights that would be
available as I am not exactly Mr Wealthy at the moment. I
have heard that Airtours and Brittania can be very cheap but
is it a bit of a nightmare travelling that far with them?
Thanks.
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Hi
Myself and a mate are off to the Solomons, Vanuatu and New
Caledonia in a couple of weeks. Does anybody out there have
any information, tips or highly recommended (or ovoided)
things or places in these countries ?? - In particular, any
info regarding the situation in Vanuatu will be muchly
appreciated.
Cheers !!
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Hello! Me and my brother are going to Oz mar-aug and NZ aug-
sep. We're thinking of working on WWOOF-farms for periods
to meet real aussies and kiwis, and to save some money. We
have also thought of working, i.e. fruit-picking and such.
Since we only have tourist-visas I wonder how common these
"black"-jobs are? Is it easy for a foreigner to get a fruit-
picking-job? And what about the "safety". Does the police
often do razzias against fruit-picking-farms? Please, tell
me!!!
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I am going on a 12 week trip in April. I am planning to travel through NSW, QLD and NT. Does anyone know any hotspots or great camping sites in these areas.
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We are planning our honeymoon in either Fiji, Tahiti, or
French Polynesia, and we are prepared to spend a bit more
money on this trip. Does anyone know of an amazing place to
stay which would be a 'once in a lifetime' opportunity?
Also, is there anywhere we should be avoiding? Obviously
our priorities are privacy and beautiful scenery, but we
want to learn to dive too.
Thanks for your help
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Can anyone tell me whether its worth visiting Fiji during February i.e. during the wet season? Does 'wet' mean 8 hours of rain per day or a half hour downpour in the dead of night?
Also, can anyone recommend a good dive school in Fiji? I was impressed with the school at Susi's Plantation on Taveuni in 1993 but I understand that things change and that there may be better places now.
Cheers
Richard.
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I am a 18 year old deaf student going to Melboune in
October/November for two weeks, has anyone out there tell me
what places a great to see? Any history would be great
too!Please feel free to help me, It is my first time to
travel by myself.
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I would love to travel to your country one summer soon! I am a science teacher in the United States, and I am looking to educate myself through experience on all the uniqueness of the continent. The only concerns I have are (1) I can only travel between middle of June and middle of August, and (2) my personal and professional budget is very small, being a teacher! If anyone out there knows of any information or opportunities for me, please write to me at 2111 Memorial Ave.; Lynchburg, VA 24501; USA. Thanks!
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I was wondering:
1) How cold is it camping out in Ayer's Rock in JULY? Does it rain ever?
2)How does one drive from Ayer's Rock to King's Canyon and what is the driving time?
3)Can one hike in King's Canyon without a tour guide? Are there any dangers in this?
4) How expensive are the cabins in Kings Canyon Resort? Do they have heating and kitchen facilities?
5)How cold is the water of the Great Barrier Reef in July for snorkeling?
Thanks,
Roz
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Traveller was one of the lucky ones. There appears to be a
drug smugling operation operated by New Zealand policemen
or ex policemen who using undercover tactics lure
travellers (particularly American travellers)into afairs
that eventually involve them in the operation either to be
used as fall guys or scape goats or as carriers. The
tactics usually involve a romance that turns sour and the
police becomes involved with allegations of rape and
threats of charges being made. Its all downhill from then
on and since the laws concerning complaints made by women
are stacked against men the chances of clearing yourself
from a sorry mess are minimal. You are forced then to co-
operate with the cops and confess to crimes you did not
commit. Travellers, New Zealand is a beautifull country and
its people are good people but don't let this fool you into
a false sense of security. Be carefull, be verry carefull.
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hiya! looking for info on travelling to antarctica dec98-
jan99. interested in a cruise with camping, sea kayaking
etc. any ideas?? suggestions??
please contact directly too!
thanks muchly!
tasha and sean
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We are moving to Australia in April 98 and we are
desperately looking for any kind of information on:
Where to live in Sydney (suburbs)? - not too far from city
center, pleasant environment, transportation facilities,
security, etc.
Employment opportunities - we both have terciary studies
from Europe (Architecture and Tourism).
Thanks a lot.
/Ana
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Australians have the most imaginative grasp of the English
language. Your slang is both colorful, and hillarious, such
as dunny (toilet). Australia also has more adjectives for
vomit then any non-Slavic language such as technicolor
laugh, groveling in the grass and so on.
I'm wondering if you Aussies have anymore colorful terms
you use, and I'm wondering how to spot the accents from
somebody who lives in Perth, Melbourne, Sydney, and ecc...
Appreciate it.
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For the second time this decade a 30ft long mess of hirsute
blubber washed up on the shores of Tasmania, a fair isle
south of the Australian mainland known for its fine dairy
produce and crunchy apples. What is this Globster and where
did it come from?
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I just wondered if anyone had a feel yet for how the
millenium celebrations in the Hawkesbay (Hastings) area of
NZ might go. Three of us intend to do a RTW around this time
with the new year destination being Hastings (I grew up
there and used to cycle up Te Mata peak alot). Anyone reckon
it might be packed out or will the main shindig be Gisboure
up the coast. Bit premature this maybe but perhaps some of
you have already been looking into it
Thanx Karl
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I am seeking information about WWOOF (Willing Workers on organic farms) in Australia and New Zealand.Has anyone got a contact address for them or ever worked on one?
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I'm starting to plan a RTW trip and am thinking about
spending a few months working in either Australia or NZ.
To those who have spent time in the area, which town/city
would you recommend? I'm traveling alone, so I'm looking
for a place with very friendly, easy-to-meet people as well
as beautiful scenery. I'll probably be there
October-February or so. Will it be easy to find a job?
(I'm a 24 YO female). Thanks for your advice!
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Anyone get GA976 the flight with the massive (50 hr +)
delay.
We know of at 4 other people at least that got dysentry from
the in flight food,please post with an e-mail id so that we
can get in touch, or just to let others know how bad,
terrible, apalling Garuda Airlines are so that they can
avoid them like the plague. Have a look at this site
http://www.innotts.co.uk/~paulhand/airtours/cavobianco.html
because I aim to do the same !.
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