Travel Information General Passports, visas, embassies and consulates Travel advisories/warnings Travel insurance Health Money Maps Weather and climate General General hints for Australian travellers

Australian Passports
Visa requirements for Australian travellers
Australian embassies/consulates

Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
US State Department
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade

Travel insurance

General tips:

1. Always take out insurance before travelling.
2. Find a policy which suits your needs and takes into account the countries you are travelling in, and the types of activities in which you will engage. Alpha Travel has already done much of this work for you and recommends Jetset Travellers Assistance or HBF Travel insurance as the most comprehensive travel insurance policies.
3. Pay close attention to clauses relating to accidents and medical cover.
4. Take two copies of your policy with you, as proof that you are insured. Keep them in separate places in the event that one is lost or stolen.
5. Write the name and telephone number of a trusted friend or family member on the copies of your policy - if you are incapacitated, a hospital may need to contact someone at home on your behalf.

Travellers Medical and Vaccination Centre

Currency converter

MapQuest
ExpediaMaps

Weather and climate

WorldClimate - climate, rainfall etc. over each of the 12 months of the year
Intellicast - weather for the next 4 days
Intellicast: World weather - world weather for the next 4 days

Disclaimer: We have no control over these "third party" sites and make no representation that they will contain the information you require. If you have questions about travelling to/from and within your destination, please contact one of our friendly staff who will help you.