DNEWTS Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Flight and visa bought for the 1st Sept 2015...and the waiting begins!! I'm meeting a friend in Perth then heading straight to Geraldton where he is putting me up until I get on my feet. Hopefully sorting a seasonal job by the time I arrive too. What I plan on doing is travelling south in 4x4 once I have done 3 months work in Geraldton. I want to travel through Perth, Albany, Esperance, Port lincoln, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and reaching the Gold coast. I have family in Brisbane and have previously lived there, hence why I want to start in the west coast first. Does anyone have any suggestions about this plan, ideas, any good hostels or places to stop along that very long route? I know it'll take a long time to drive but it's all part of why I'm coming back to Oz in the first place, going into the unknown and a new experience. If anyone has any experiences to share I'd be interested to hear! Peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonathonS Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 Wow, you bought like a year in advance! I start my WHV in about a week. Your plan sounds fine, but as I'm sure you're aware, things might not go according to plan. So don't worry about switching up. I'm starting in Sydney myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted September 27, 2014 Share Posted September 27, 2014 I bought my WHV a year in advance too. Don't have any advice for you because I still haven't a clue what I'm doing but just wanted to wish you good luck. You too jonathon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DNEWTS Posted September 27, 2014 Author Share Posted September 27, 2014 The only reason I did it was to commit! There's no going back and I don't regret it for a second and sure I won't ever Thank you both, hope you have an amazing time!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 The only reason I did it was to commit! There's no going back and I don't regret it for a second and sure I won't ever Thank you both, hope you have an amazing time!! I was the exact same, I knew it would give me a kick up the bum to save and stick to a plan. My mum thought I should wait until I had saved enough. Thanks - you too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonathonS Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Well I got my WHV in January, but didn't get my airfare until a few months later. But I was already planning out when before I got my WHV. I guess I just wouldn't be able to handle it if I had my flight booked a year in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DNEWTS Posted September 28, 2014 Author Share Posted September 28, 2014 So when are you going out? What part of Oz are you flying to? I got my flight for £550 and didn't want to wait for prices to increase. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonathonS Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 So when are you going out? What part of Oz are you flying to? I got my flight for £550 and didn't want to wait for prices to increase. I fly out next Sunday, the 5th. Flying into Sydney, where I'm going to stay at least through the New Year's. But I've been traveling around Europe this month, so I'm definitely going to be tired. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DNEWTS Posted September 28, 2014 Author Share Posted September 28, 2014 That's sweet man! Good luck for your travels, any idea where you're staying in Sydney? I'm looking into hostels for when I start travelling around the coast. I know not everything will not go to plan but think if you get a rough idea then the rest will sort itself out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 So when are you going out? What part of Oz are you flying to? I got my flight for £550 and didn't want to wait for prices to increase. Not sure if this is aimed at me or jonathon lol. I'm aiming for July hopefully but I'll just have to see. Which is why Im not booking anything yet. I think I'm going to perth first but that's not a definite. I'm assuming you got a single then instead of a return, are you planning on staying the two years? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisawright Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Not sure if this is aimed at me or jonathon lol. I'm aiming for July hopefully but I'll just have to see. Which is why Im not booking anything yet. I think I'm going to perth first but that's not a definite. I'm assuming you got a single then instead of a return, are you planning on staying the two years? What made you choose Perth first? It's a long way from anywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DNEWTS Posted September 28, 2014 Author Share Posted September 28, 2014 Haha sorry didn't make it clear. It can be aimed at both of you though Yeah I bought a one way flight, plan on doing regional work to be able to get my 2nd year visa! Another idea is to maybe try and get sponsored but thats something I'll decide when I'm there. You planning on 2 years or just the one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Maria - it's not for definite but basically because there's a lot in WA I want to see and I know more people there. I know one girl where I live who went over to perth and she likes it so much she's went to live there for her 2nd year even though she's been to other places. I'll see nearer the time once I've decided what month I'm going. I want to work it around the weather as well. Dnewts - yeah I saw one way flights for that price too but I think I'll did up just getting a return flight. I worry about running out of money! I will try my best to do the regional work but right now I don't think I'll be staying two years at once. Never say never though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DNEWTS Posted September 28, 2014 Author Share Posted September 28, 2014 (edited) Maria - WA has a lot more to offer than most people think, yeah it's pretty isolated compared to the east coast but WA has some amazing sights to see too...plus it's hotter ScottishStacey - You're right, never say never. I don't think money would be a problem as long as you time things right. At the end of the day, you can always keep aside the money you need for the flight back and then if you start running low find a part-time job to sustain you for a while! It might not be as easy as I'm making it out to be but hey, glass half full right!? Edited September 28, 2014 by DNEWTS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonathonS Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Maria - it's not for definite but basically because there's a lot in WA I want to see and I know more people there. I know one girl where I live who went over to perth and she likes it so much she's went to live there for her 2nd year even though she's been to other places. I'll see nearer the time once I've decided what month I'm going. I want to work it around the weather as well. Dnewts - yeah I saw one way flights for that price too but I think I'll did up just getting a return flight. I worry about running out of money! I will try my best to do the regional work but right now I don't think I'll be staying two years at once. Never say never though! Sounds like my plan. I may very well stay in Sydney for longer than the 2-3 months, just will have to see. I also have a one-way ticket, as I won't be back home for at least a few years! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest51810 Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 I'm really really looking forward to going but the thought of going for two years makes me realise how much of a mummy's girl I am lol :laugh: I might feel completely different once I'm over there since I'm sure the year will go soooo fast Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DNEWTS Posted September 28, 2014 Author Share Posted September 28, 2014 I'm really really looking forward to going but the thought of going for two years makes me realise how much of a mummy's girl I am lol :laugh: I might feel completely different once I'm over there since I'm sure the year will go soooo fast 2 years is a long time but I'm sure you'll be fine, Skype will be the best way for you to keep in touch with family. Best thing to do is exactly what you've already said and that's to make your mind up when you're there! Regional work will be easy enough to find and as long as you apply for the 2nd year a month or two in advance there won't be any problems. Where abouts in Scotland are you from? I've been there a few times (I'm from Cardiff, Wales btw) and every time I've gone to Scotland it's been a right laugh :biglaugh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisawright Posted September 29, 2014 Share Posted September 29, 2014 I fly out next Sunday, the 5th. Flying into Sydney, where I'm going to stay at least through the New Year's. But I've been traveling around Europe this month, so I'm definitely going to be tired. Make sure you've got accommodation locked down for New Year's because the whole city is booked out months in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonathonS Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 Make sure you've got accommodation locked down for New Year's because the whole city is booked out months in advance. Yeah, I'll be getting an apartment anyways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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