9. Don’t Wear a “Fanny” Pack
Hands-free carrying belts may be practical, but they are hopelessly out of style. But its more the word that’s the problem here. “Fanny” may mean “backside” in North America but in Australia (and Britain), the word is used for “female genitalia”. Use the word “bum bag” for those dorky things unless you want to raise some eyebrows.
10. Don’t Just Stick to the Big Cities
Sure, check out the urban pleasures like Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth, but add some other areas into your itinerary too. Some of Australia’s smaller towns have a ton of “fair dinkum” Aussie charm that will round out your trip. Try Coober Pedy, Alice Springs, Goolwa, Broome, Port Douglas, Byron Bay, Launceston or Mission Beach, for starters.
