17Apr 10

What to Expect in Australia

G’day mates! Howzit going?

The following links certainly helped us prepare for our trip downunder but since our arrival in Brisbane, we are constantly learning more about our new home.

Still, these resources are great for planning, finding out the requirements for entry and learning a little more about our destination.

Wall art at the arrival’s terminal with colloquial, Australian sayings and anything Australian in general.

Wherever you plan on going, learn as much as you can about that country so that the culture shock isn’t too great. It’s enough that you’re going to be a stranger in a new land, you shouldn’t put more stress on yourself by being ignorant about local customs and laws, political climate, religions, and general way of life.

Granted, Brisbane has hardly been a culture shock but there are certain nuances that remind me that I am no longer at home in Toronto. Even though things like shops and restaurants look familiar, they have their own Australian uniqueness. For example, McDonald’s is nicknamed Maccas while back in Toronto, I would have called it McD’s (mak dees).

What have been some of the differences unique to your hometown or places you’ve travelled to?

Until next time strangers, sprinkle hearts!

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