I'm thinking of visiting Australia alone, (probably just Melbourne and Sydney, that's probably the maximum you could do in 2 weeks without rushing everything). I don't really have the option of going with anyone, so, for an 18 year old British male, is it a safe country to visit alone? Specifically Melbourne and Sydney, are there many areas that are particularly dodgy in the day? Thanks
2007-08-31 02:28:08 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Travel ➔ Australia ➔ Other - Australia
Believe me, it is safe.
I'm female and visited this country for my first time 12 years ago and repeated my visits a few times - all alone.
On my first visit I was 38 years old and I wasn't in danger at all.
But you shouldn't search for dangerous places there anyway.
2007-08-31 12:08:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will have a great time. Australia is safe and Sydney and Melbourne are both safe cities. Obviously, as with anywhere, you could get into trouble if you don't take care. For instance, getting drunk in Kings Cross and passing out on a bench in the early hours of the morning is not advisable. There is, however, nowhere in Sydney or Melbourne that is dodgy during the day.
2007-08-31 17:56:11 · answer #2 · answered by tentofield 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The central business districts and most suburbs are perfectly safe. If you can tell an unsafe area in the UK by looking at it, you can do the same here. If you go for a splash at Bondi or other beach, make sure you stay in the area indicated by the flags on the beach. This is the safest area and has been checked for dangerous currents.
If you go for a few drinks, don't take all your money with you.
Spend a few days in Sydney then head up to Katoomba for a day for a look about, train or bus. Look for the Jenolan tourist cave and maybe the Lithgow zig-zag railway. You might be able to get a coach tour that takes in all three.
Take the bus to Canberra, stay a day or so, then get another bus or plane to Melbourne.
2007-08-31 18:04:28 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is absolutely safe. The main cities along the Eastern seaboard are used to catering to tourists - Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane (inc. Gold Coast). Seeing as you would be sticking to the city and not venturing an hour into the suburbs, there would be plenty of things for you to do.
2007-09-03 11:34:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It wont take you long to meet up with others in the same boat as you. British backpackers everywhere in all the major cities.
If there's a sporting event on at the time (e.g. The Aussies flogging you lot at cricket) just find the nearest bar that has a big screen TV & you'll find the place half full of Brits.
2007-08-31 10:01:10 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
That's really great! My brother is going to school there. We're from the states...I plan on going to visit him in December by myself also...So far he's mentioned the cost of living is really expensive compared to home. other than that, he is really enjoying it there where he is also attending Hillsong Church..
What is the average flight price for you? Hope you have a grat time in Australia!
2007-08-31 14:07:28 · answer #6 · answered by merie22 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i'd go to sydney (i've been to both + perth + darwin + gold coast) more things to do. clubs, beaches, mountain trails, and tons of tourist spots in the vicinity of darling harbour alone. most of these spots are easily accessible by public transport, the subway system in NSW is by far the easiest and most user friendly that i have experienced.oh and if you don't like dodgy, underground entertainment don't ever go to the King's cross redlight district.
2007-08-31 09:40:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
You take the same precautions here as anywhere else
2007-09-01 03:20:29 · answer #8 · answered by cjid84 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think so. :)
just take care. :D
i think australia is pretty safe
2007-08-31 09:36:31 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
pack ya sawnoff...
2007-08-31 22:56:52 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋