What should you pay attention to when traveling to Australia?

Notes on traveling to Australia

Checked and carry-on luggage Economy class passengers are only allowed one piece of checked luggage not exceeding 20 kilograms, and one piece of carry-on luggage not exceeding 5 kilograms (9 inches* 14 inches*22 inches). If the standard is exceeded, the airline reserves the right to charge baggage surcharges. Since you are traveling on multiple flights, please bring sturdy soft-shell suitcases and avoid using combination locks. Please affix a luggage tag with your name and address on your personal luggage to ensure the safety and accuracy of your luggage during check-in. According to airline regulations, flammable, explosive, toxic and other items cannot be carried in checked baggage, and sharp objects such as knives, nail files, eyebrow pliers and other items cannot be carried with you. If there are batteries in your checked baggage, be sure to remove them. Batteries are generally not suitable for shipping in the cabin. Smoking is prohibited in any place on the aircraft, including the bathroom; it is prohibited to turn on mobile phones and some electronic and electrical equipment in the aircraft; fasten your seat belt on the aircraft, and please sit still and buckle your seat belt when the signal light is on; When taking off and landing, you must adjust your seat and put your luggage in the luggage rack or under the back of the seat in front of your seat. When using the bathroom, be sure to lock the door and do not throw anything in the toilet. Cash, Currency and Banking Stores across Australia accept ATM cards and credit card settlement services (please note whether your card has international business). The Australian dollar is the main currency used in Australia. Currencies such as US dollars or Hong Kong dollars can be exchanged in Australia. RMB is not commonly used in Australia and New Zealand. There are banks and exchange offices all over Australia, and the exchange rate is based on the bank exchange rate on the day you check it. Australia accepts all major credit card payment methods. Australian Dollar: Hong Kong Dollar Approximately = 1:6.2 The time difference is that the east coast of Australia is 2 hours ahead of China, and Daylight Saving Time increases by 1 hour (Daylight Saving Time is from October each year to April of the following year). Clothing Generally, clothing is casual throughout Australia. When preparing your luggage, group members should focus on lightness to make the journey more comfortable and comfortable. And pay attention to weather changes. Formal attire is required for official events. Weather Australia is located in the southern hemisphere. The climate in the southern hemisphere is just opposite to that in the northern hemisphere. In Australia and New Zealand, winter is from June to August, and summer is from December to February of the following year. Australia has a predominantly maritime climate and an inland climate, with significant temperature differences between day and night. It is best to pay attention to the local weather forecast before coming to Australia, especially during the rainy season. It is best to bring appropriate clothing and rain gear when leaving the group. Customs Regulations China Customs: Each group member can take USD 5,000 and RMB 20,000 out of the country. Valuable items such as cameras with retractable lenses, digital cameras, camcorders, and personal laptops must be declared and registered to Chinese customs officers when leaving the country. Members are not allowed to bring any prohibited or damaging items into or out of the country. Australian Customs: Immunization inspections for international tourists are very strict. It is prohibited to bring fresh animals and plants and their products, samples and specimens of animals and plants, live animals, and traditional Chinese medicine into the country. Many drugs, especially anti-inflammatory drugs, anesthetics, etc., must be brought into the country with a doctor's prescription. Common drugs and items prohibited from entry are: 1) American ginseng 2) Po Chai Pills 3) Dahuoluo Pills 4) Baoying Dan 5) Tiger bone, turtle, musk, antelope horn, bear bile and other series of products 6) Bezoar detoxification Pills 7) Dairy and egg products 8) Meat and meat products. In addition, arms, plant seeds, blood products, steroids, vaccines, meat products, ginseng, bird's nest, etc. are also included in the list of prohibited items. Tourists bringing food must declare it to the customs. After inspection by Australian customs officers, they will decide whether the food can be brought into the country or whether it should be confiscated and destroyed at the customs. Passengers carrying cigarettes, cigars and alcohol must be at least 18 years old, and each passenger can carry 1.25 liters of alcohol, 250 cigarettes and 250 grams of tobacco duty-free. You can also bring duty-free goods worth 900 Australian dollars as gifts, limited to 200 Australian dollars for those under 18 years old. There are no restrictions on the amount and currency of cash brought into Australia, but cash amounts exceeding or equivalent to 10,000 Australian dollars need to be declared, excluding travellers' checks or other monetary instruments. If goods are concealed in customs declarations, travelers may be fined or even prosecuted and imprisoned. If incoming passengers have any questions about their luggage, they can declare it to customs officers and undergo inspection. This regulation applies to all Australian nationals equally. The tap water in hotels in Australia can be drunk directly, and they are all equipped with electric kettles. The hotel does not provide toothbrushes and slippers, so please bring your own. To avoid unnecessary embarrassment, please do not take any items in the hotel room without permission. If you want to keep it as a souvenir, please purchase it from the hotel. The hotel has pay TV, and you have to pay to watch the relevant programs. Australia's telecommunications equipment for international long distance is relatively advanced and complete. There are public telephone booths in major streets and communities, and the charges are reasonable. Local landline calls are only charged for one call, while landline calls are charged per minute for mobile phone calls and long-distance calls. Mobile phone calls are charged one-way. The basic call charge for public phone calls is 40 cents or 50 cents (local currency). If you are making long-distance calls, you can also use some IP phone cards, which can greatly save phone costs. Australia to China 0011+ 86+ (area code + fixed phone number) or (mobile phone number) calls at the hotel. Except for calls within the hotel, which are free, other calls will be charged (please note that some hotels have special dialing keys. function, it is best not to long press a dial key). Charges are based on the hotel's requirements. If you have any questions, please consult your tour guide or escort.

Taxi Australia has a complete road system. There are taxi stations in major places and urban areas. In other more remote areas, it may be more appropriate to make a reservation by phone. Moreover, taxis use advanced communication equipment, so even if you make a reservation, you don’t have to wait for a long time. No additional baggage fees are required. Sun protection Australia has the highest incidence rate of skin cancer in the world. The sun here is bright and the surrounding area is relatively empty, so there are more opportunities for the sun to directly shine on the skin. You must take sun protection measures when doing outdoor activities, such as wearing a hat, wearing a Wear collared and sleeved clothes and use sunscreen with SPF15 or above. If you are doing outdoor water activities, be sure to use waterproof sunscreen. Beach swimming and surfing safety Australian public beaches are patrolled by voluntary lifeguards from 9 am to 5 pm from October to April every year, and red and yellow flags are erected in areas suitable for swimming. . Voltage The voltage used in Australia is 240 volts. The power socket is a three-pin flat plug. You need to bring your own socket converter or borrow it from a local hotel.