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Welcome to your Australian adventure.

We love this place. And we love sharing it with you. Since 2001 we’ve been helping visitors plan their dream holiday to Australia. We aim to make it effortless for you to have the holiday of a lifetime in our beautiful land. Whether it’s fully organised group trips, personalised tours, self-driving, family or adventure holidays we’ve got all the tips and tricks to make planning a trip to Australia a breeze. Check out our handy itineraries, options, and expert advice. No matter what kind of holiday you’re hankering for, we’ll take care of you. Here is what you need to know to help plan the perfect Australian holiday.

Safe and Aware while enjoying your holiday in Australia

Before you start driving

Before beginning a driving holiday, plan your trip.
Find out how long it will take to drive between destinations.
Be realistic about how many kilometres you can drive in a day.
Be well prepared for travelling in remote areas.
Plan to avoid driving after a long flight.
Get to know the road rules.
Have a good night’s sleep before the trip.
Ask about the weather and road conditions.
Note where the fuel stations are on your route.
Read our detailed article on Driving in Australia

On your trip

Drive on the left side of the road.
Wear a seat belt – it’s the law.
Take regular rest breaks.
Don’t drive if you’ve been drinking alcohol – strict drink driving laws apply.
Drive at a safe, legal speed.
Take extra care on dirt roads.
Watch for animals and avoid driving on rural roads near sunset and sunrise.
In an emergency, stay with your vehicle.
Before you cross the road, look right, look left, look right again and cross only when safe to do so.
Check your mobile phone coverage as some areas within Australia are only accessible using satellite phones.
Mobile phones are not for use while driving – it’s the law.
Hitchhiking or picking up hitchhikers is strongly discouraged.
At the beach, always swim between the red and yellow flags — not outside them.