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in: General, Travelling
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Do I need a visa?
Visa's are sometimes required and sometimes not. Normally if you are participating in one of our trips we take care of processing your visa. This why we ask for a copy of your passport with your deposit (or as available). Rest assured if we need you to take care of your own visa it will be clearly stated in all trip communications!
in: General, Australia, Safety, USA
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Can I use my electrical appliances or electronics in Australia?
The safe answer is NO. Australia operates on 220-240 volts. However, you should check your device for allowed voltages -- some devices may be "dual voltage", allowing a wider range from 100-240V.
You can purchase voltage converters and adaptors fairly cheaply from electrical stores such as Radio Shack prior to leaving for Australia.
You can read more about the electrical requirements abroad and the differences between electrical adapters and voltage converters from Voltage Valet, Radio Shack, and About.com.
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Can I use my electrical appliances or electronics in Australia?
The safe answer is NO. Australia operates on 220-240 volts. However, you should check your device for allowed voltages -- some devices may be "dual voltage", allowing a wider range from 100-240V.
You can purchase voltage converters and adaptors fairly cheaply from electrical stores such as Radio Shack prior to leaving for Australia.
You can read more about the electrical requirements abroad and the differences between electrical adapters and voltage converters from Voltage Valet, Radio Shack, and About.com.
in: Australia, Safety, USA
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Is the trip from the USA to Australia painful?
It's really not too bad; we normally fly QANTAS and they are very good! On the vast majority of flights to Australia every seat has its own TV personally controlled by you. One of the best ways to pass time is to watch some current movies, documentaries (normally about Australia) or play video games. The food is surprisingly good on these long flights and the service is exceptional.
in: Australia, USA
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What is the time difference between the USA and Australia?
During Daylight Savings Australia is ahead of the USA as follows:
a) East Coast: 14 hours
b) Central: 13 hours
c) West Coast: 11 hours
in: Money, Australia, USA
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What is the Currency Exchange Rate in Australia?
The exchange rate fluctuates with both yours and the Australian economies. As an American, Brit or EU citizen traveling to Australia you usually come out well ahead. You can check the current exchange rates at: www.iccfx.com
