Although they sit on opposite sides of the world, if you’re travelling to Australia or England there are travel tips you can consider for both. Language, law and public etiquette are very similar in both countries and if you are planning a trip to either place here’s what to look out for.
Prices
Visiting either country can be expensive, compared to most the world if you’re visiting the UK or Australia, you’ll notice the cost of daily needs to be more expensive than other countries. If you intend on moving to either country you’ll find that the prices of everything are regulated to reasonable wages, but for travellers, it’s worth taking some more money away with you.
Language
Although both countries speak English, you might find in Australia that a lot of words and phrases are different. If you’ve been to England or speak the language, it’s worth researching common Australian terminology to see what the key differences are. There’s nothing obscene to watch out for, but it’s always good to be ready.
World Famous Landmarks
Whether it’s in the sunshine of Australia or the wind and rain of the UK you’ll find each country has picturesque landmarks you’ll never forget. The UK’s landmarks range from modern London buildings to the oldest castles in the world, and Australia has beautiful beaches, buildings and even one of the wonders of the world.
Nightlife
Both countries are both different and similar at the same time, hitting the bar scene in either country will prove to be a real adventure. The options for places to go are endless, and the atmosphere in both bar scenes in renowned to be memorable. Researching the types of bars you want to experience will help you in finding your favourite experiences.
Diversity
Both England and Australia are open to any culture and embrace a diverse country, people are friendly and enjoy learning about new countries so if you’re worried about visiting a new place it shouldn’t be about either of these two.
Visas
Both countries have the option to visit the country for a longer term with an Australian or UK visa application. The guidelines do differ so it’s worth researching further the requirements if you’ve found your current stay tempting to make it an extended experience.
Careers
The need for employment is massive in both countries currently, being from another country only helps your application out, companies want a diverse staffing programme that offers cultural background from all over the world. You’ll find both countries offer generous wage packages and usually, opportunities to progress further.
