Australia

Australia is ubiquitous with not-quite-British accents, kangaroos and Foster's beer, but you can't imagine the seamless beauty of this diverse country until you've seen it with your own eyes. One of the safest countries in the world, Australia also boasts excellent weather (if you like the heat), great food and beer, unlimited outdoor adventure and one of the world's greatest collections of wildlife. Enjoy your time down-under with these travel tips:

Capital City: Canberra

Language: English

Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD). ARS is currently 1.3 for 1 USD.

Power Adapter: In Australia the power sockets are of type I. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.

Crime & Safety: Despite the wide geography of places to travel in Australia, safety shouldn't be a concern anywhere as long as you practice common sense. It is a very stable country, with generally warm people and very low crime. If you do encounter any danger, see the emergency number listing below.

Emergency Number: 000