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Australia is a natural wonder that has fascinated people for centuries. The Australia Travel Web Guide introduces you to this country—so far from the West, yet sharing many cultural similarities with the United States. Australia boasts a sophisticated, relaxed culture that favors the arts, sports and dining out. Australian vacations include destinations to unique, ancient landmarks, and hundreds of species of wildlife not found anywhere else in the world. Our Web Guide points you to the resources you need to research and book an unforgettable Australian vacation.

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Travel Requirements for Australia

In this section are general resources and guidelines that will help you learn more about the country, give you ideas of where to visit, and guide you through the technicalities of travel.

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Remember that Australia is in the southern hemisphere, so summer is December through February and winter is June through August. The rainy season is September and October, though most of the country is blessed with sunshine for around 300 days a year. To get the regional and national forecast in Australia, visit Weather.com.au.

The UV index in Australia is extremely high, and while you might not usually get sunburned in other countries, it is very easy to burn in Australia. Make sure to bring adequate sun protection on your trip, and while there, consult the Australian Government Bureau of Meteorology for the daily National UV Index Forecast Chart before you venture outdoors.

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For customs, visa and other technical info ...

The U.S. Department of State has a travel section for U.S. travelers going abroad with a frequently updated "Consular Information Sheet" on Australia (linked above), and several other useful links, such as embassy registration, disease requirements, tips, documentation, and checklists, which you can navigate to by using the subjects on the left-hand side of the page.

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The Center for Disease Control has profile pages on countries that have any health risks or general travel warnings associated with them. Head to the Australia page to see if any vaccinations are required before your departure, what diseases are known to be found in the country, how to stay healthy on your trip, and more.

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Embassy World provides links to embassies and consulates around the world, giving contact information for those that do not have Web sites. On the Australia page, you can click through to get in touch with your embassy in Australia, register prior to your trip, or get any helpful information the embassy might have for visitors. This page also has useful maps of Australia.

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OANDA is the source for the most up-to-date information on currency exchange rates. Check the Australian Dollar with your currency prior to your departure or when booking parts of your trip in Australian dollars.

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For a list of major cities and towns ...

Australian Explorer has a section on cities and towns in Australia divided by state. Learn what makes each state unique and the geography and landmarks particular to each one. This is a good place to start if you're still planning where exactly you'd like to go in the country.

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