I am very new to this and have tried to post 2 threads but not sure what has happened to them. I would like to hear from anyone going on this trip and flying from Manchester to Heathrow. Also any advice/tips from people who have been on similar trip.

Thanks, your editor Sally-Anne

Some of the Australian highlights were Scubadoo on the Great Barrier reef, a helicopter flight over the outback outside of Alice Springs, Ayers Rock for sunset and sunrise, Sydney Harbour Bridge climb and too many others to list.

Have fun .......... Pete

I was on the same trip as Pete last October and you will have a brilliant time. The best tips I can give are as follows:- don't worry about having to pack for so long, most of the hotels have washing and drying machines which are very cheap and easy to use. You will always have a spare hour to do it, even if its while you're having breakfast. If you can afford it, try and do as many of the optional excursions as possible - they are well worth it. Make sure you take a raincoat as well as suncream - in such a large continent you can get all weathers. Take plenty of memory cards for your camera and spare batteries, there are so many memories to capture. An alarm clock is also a good idea as there are some early starts and the hotels aren't always reliable at wake up calls. If you put Australia in the search section of the Forum you will find lots of other threads with advice about all sorts. If you can't find an answer to any of your questions there, post it and I'm sure Pete and I will be glad to help.

Sally

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I was on the same trip as Pete last October and you will have a brilliant time. The best tips I can give are as follows:- don't worry about having to pack for so long, most of the hotels have washing and drying machines which are very cheap and easy to use. You will always have a spare hour to do it, even if its while you're having breakfast. If you can afford it, try and do as many of the optional excursions as possible - they are well worth it. Make sure you take a raincoat as well as suncream - in such a large continent you can get all weathers. Take plenty of memory cards for your camera and spare batteries, there are so many memories to capture. An alarm clock is also a good idea as there are some early starts and the hotels aren't always reliable at wake up calls. If you put Australia in the search section of the Forum you will find lots of other threads with advice about all sorts. If you can't find an answer to any of your questions there, post it and I'm sure Pete and I will be glad to help.

Sally

Hi Sally/Pete, Thanks for all your helpful advice. I am sure it will be wonderful

NewSheila