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Travel Tips When Visiting Australia

04.23.2009 · Posted in Home and Garden Articles

To enter into Australia you will need an Australian tourist visa issued from your own country and entered into a current passport prior to your departure. To apply for visas, you need to contact the Australian Embassy, Consulate or High Commission in your home country although some visas can be issued online. It is important ...

Northern and Outback Queensland

04.15.2009 · Posted in Home and Garden Articles

Northern Queensland was first visited by Europeans when Captain Cook was forced to berth his damaged ship, the Endeavor, on the coast. The area remained a mystery for almost another 100 years, however until other intrepid Europeans ventured north. These expeditions were perilous and explorers were faced with harsh conditions and hostile Aboriginal tribes. In ...

Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley

04.15.2009 · Posted in Home and Garden Articles

Fortitude Valley gets is name from the 19th century ship, the SS Fortitude. Today it is one of Brisbanes most popular destinations but not that long ago it was know for its gambling dens, brothels and unpleasant characters. Now it is home to newly renovated Queenslander style houses, brand new high-rise apartment blocks, and ...