Australia Tourist Information

Australia is a favorite tourist destination of many. The warm and friendly Australians lend a helping hand to the foreign visitors and the hospitality of this spectacular country is legendary. However it is advisable for the tourists to visit Australia well equipped with authentic tourist information.

'When to Go to Australia?' is the question most tourists come up with. Australia may be visited at any time of the year. However if you choose to visit the snow clad peaks and head for the skiing destinations winter is the ideal season but if you wish to luxuriate on the sandy beaches of the land the summer months are best. Again your vacation may be ruined due to torrential downpours in many parts of Australia during the summer months. So do make sure that the season is suited to your tourist destination in Australia.

The Commonwealth of Australia has diplomatic ties with all the countries of the world. The Foreign Embassies in Australia are the right place to seek help regarding visa and other formalities and do remember to get in touch with your Consulate or High Commission whenever needed.

Australia: Emergency Phone Numbers are a handy guide to all the emergency service numbers such as police, medical services, fire services etc.

Australia Holidays is a list of the national and public holidays celebrated in Australia. This comes in handy if you are planning a business trip or may want to include a festival day in your itinerary. The guide includes the 2007 holiday calendar for the different provinces of Australia.

Australia Health Information offers comprehensive health related information for the tourists of Australia.

Australia Hospitals is your guide to the hospitals in various tourist destinations in Australia which provide excellent medical services and are equipped to handle any medical emergency.

Australia: Things to Know provides complete information on all the essential facts in Australia such as shop and bank timings, tips you may be required to pay, porter fees etc.

Refer to our Australia: Do's & Don't section for a guide on things to do and precautions to take on your Australian vacation.

Travel Insurance Australia guides you through the various travel insurance plans on your trip to Australia.