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Australia Travel Guide and Travel Information
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Australia Travel Guide and Travel Information

Australia is regarded as the sixth largest country in the world and the 13th largest economy in the world, therefore, it is considered as a highly urbanized country, and a recognized member of G20, Commonwealth of Nations, Pacific Islands Forum, The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development, World Trade Organization, The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, United Nations, The treaty of ANZUS (Australia, New Zealand, United States Security Treaty).

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The Great Barrier Reef in Australia

In the Great Barrier Reef itself, you can regularly see dolphins, porpoises and whales. In fact, scientists and researchers have noted and listed thirty species of these marine mammals in this part of the world. In addition well over 1,000 species of fish make their home in the reef, including trout, snapper, bass, and the clownfish.

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An Overview of the Cook Islands

The Cook Islands are comprised of fifteen islands – Polynesian atolls that truly represent a tropical getaway. Largely unaffected by the tourism trade, the islands afford visitors with the opportunity to enjoy their vacation time at a less-hurried pace. Plus, each island has its own personality. For example, the main island Rarotonga is visited by around 100,000 tourists each year. Yet, it still is infused with island charm – what with its serene atmosphere, ideal climate, and breath-taking scenery.

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General Information for New Zealand Travelers

If you are planning a trip to New Zealand in the near or distant future, then you’ll need to know what to expect with respect to such everyday details as banking, using your credit card, shopping, and tipping. For instance, in New Zealand, banks are usually open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and shops and offices keep regular hours five days a week from 9:00 to 5:00 p.m. In some popular tourist towns, such as Queenstown or Rotura, retailers are open seven days a week. Shops that stay open later than 5:00 p.m. usually do so on Thursday or Friday nights.

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