What To Wear In Australia
To sum it up - Keep it Casual
- It really is casual all the way in Australia – you can even wear jeans to the opera or casinos without getting a second glance but if you plan to visit restaurants you may feel more comfortable in smart casual wear.
- Outside of the main cities, our advice would be not to bother with dressy clothes.
- Take comfortable footwear for all the walking and lovely flip flops or sandals for going out.
- Clothes in natural fibres will work better in the heat and it is worth popping in a lightweight cardigan for cooler weather or overly fierce air conditioning.
- The key here we think is to travel light and buy your toiletries there.
- Our advice for must haves include: Sun block, moisturiser, mosquito spray.
- If you are planning to visit very hot areas then we would recommend that you pack a shirt with long sleeves and a higher neckline to prevent burning. A hat is also very useful in the intense sunshine.
- If you are planning to visit Melbourne then pop a lightweight waterproof in your bag – it tends to rain quite often.
- For men again the word is casual and calf-length shorts/ board shorts and casual shoes work brilliantly here.
- On the Sunshine coast when the weather's hot (which it mostly is), it's beach wear all the way. And why not buy it here? There's a vast array of styles to choose from, so you're sure to find something that suits you and is a bit different too.
- When arriving in Australia make very sure you are not carrying food of any description in your suitcases or hand luggage. The Search dogs have a very sensitive sense of smell and they will find it and you may be fined, which is not a great way to start your trip.
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