AUSTRALIAN WOMENS TRAVEL

• Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss
  

• Razor / nail clippers / file / tweezers / nail files  must be packed in main suitcase

• Hairdryer, you will need a plug adapter, most places offer hairdryers in the room however, they are of varying degrees of usefulness, so if you are fussy about your hair bring your own

• Comb and/or hairbrush

• Hair Straightener (if you feel it is necessary)

• Shampoo  / conditioner / hair products (good idea to keep in a Ziploc bag to prevent leakage)

• Deodorant

• Bar soap & container / Body Wash

• Cosmetics

• Tissues (doubles as toilet paper) wipes are very handy to have in your handbag for all sorts of hand washing occasions.

• Temporary clothesline  - (shampoo can double as washing detergent)
• Pegs
  
• 5 plastic coat hangers (The best thing for hanging and drying clothes in your hotel room)

Have your prescription filled in tablet form when possible, as capsules and liquids are less stable, particularly in hot, humid climates.

Things to leave behind

Passengers leaving Australia can only take as many liquids, gels and aerosols as they can fit into a 20cm square clear plastic bag (zip lock recommended) in their hand luggage. The containers must be 100 mls or less.

You may still carry on board prescription medicines. Baby products and non prescription medicines that you need for the flight are also allowed.

Proof may be required.

Please note: these restrictions do not apply to check in luggage;

People over pack because of timidity and fear of the unknown, both largely results of inexperience.

How will you know if your ultimate choices are good ones (preferably prior to that once-in-a-lifetime trip)?

Here's a simple test... Pack your chosen bag with the items you plan to take. Put on the shoes you plan to wear. Then take a one-hour walk around town, including an ample assortment of stairs, poor roads, and the like. If you're still happy at the end of your excursion, make your travel reservations!!!

We do encourage you to take only 15kg if possible, you won’t regret it.

These are just a few common sense tips  mostly these things wont apply to us as we are traveling together, however it is best to be informed and aware of what to look out for.

Use the same common sense traveling overseas that you would at home.

• In Europe the cars travel on the opposite side of the road.  REMEMBER to look LEFT first, then right then left again;

• Be especially cautious in or avoid areas where you are likely to be victimised. These include crowded subways, train stations, elevators, tourist sites, market places, festivals and marginal areas of cities;

• Don't use short cuts, narrow alleys or poorly-lit streets. Try not to travel alone at night;

• Avoid public demonstrations and other civil disturbances;

• Keep a low profile and avoid loud conversations or arguments. Do not discuss travel plans or other personal matters with strangers;

• Avoid scam artists. Beware of strangers who approach you, offering bargains or to be your guide;

• Beware of pickpockets. They often have an accomplice who will:

• jostle you,
• ask you for directions or the time,
• point to something spilled on your clothing,
• Distract you by creating a disturbance.

A child or even a woman carrying a baby can be a pickpocket. Beware of groups of vagrant children who create a distraction while picking your pocket.

• Avoid carrying large amounts of cash, only as you need currency;

• Do not flash large amounts of money when paying a bill;

• Make sure your credit card is returned to you after each transaction;

• Deal only with authorized agents when you exchange money;

• Do not change money on the black market;

• If your possessions are lost or stolen, report the loss immediately to the local police. Keep a copy of the police report for insurance claims and as an explanation of your plight. After reporting missing items to the police, report the loss or theft of: *credit cards to the issuing company,

• airline tickets to the airline or travel agent,
• Passport to the nearest Australian embassy or consulate.