Lou Barter

These sorts of packages are great fun and a great way to meet people, but if you are money conscious and street savvy, do it all yourself and meet people in hostels etc. As for the reviews, be mindful that group leaders sit people down on computers and make them leave reviews in front of them...

No, dont do it!!! I did a similar one when I first got here and it wasnt worth the money. Its SOOOOO easy to do everything yourself AND you save $$$. Dead easy to set up your tax file, bank account, book yourself into a decent hostel for your first week. Most hostels have beach walks organised, city tours, BBQ nights etc so its really easy to meet people. I used to work for ThaIntro (OzIntro's Thailand equivalent) as it happens and whilst its a great way to meet people they make their money by selling you onward travel at full or even fluctuated prices because by the end of the week the group leader is your 'best mate' and you trust what they say and everyone else is doing the same. PM me and I can help you sort out your travel arrangements/first weeks accommodation for you x

Well just lemme know when you are planning on doing some traveling and i'll help a fellow Pom out

Hi, Is anyone thinking of traveling the East Coast soon? I work for a backpacker travel company and we have loads of options, but things are getting really busy over the next few months. L x

Hi Dan! Sydneys a great city to live in, but it can be expensive. But saying this, wages are higher than in the UK. When are you planning on traveling in Oz? Jan/Feb are the busiest months to travel around Oz, but also the most fun as there will be lots of people to meet along the way. I work for a backpacker travel agent, contact me about any travel questions you have...or anything related to living in Sydney, i've been here for 4 years now! L x

Hey Guys! I did exactly the same 4 years ago and havent looked back! I stayed for a week in the City, then moved to Bondi Backpackers and ended up living there for 18months, haha! Best time of my life! I work in the backpacker travel industry now and would love to help a fellow Pom out your travel arrangments. Its getting really busy for January and December now so mge me what you are planning asap. L x

Hi Jonathon, welcome to Oz! Have you booked your travels for after New Year yet? Its the busiest time of the year for backpacking as everyone wants to leave Sydney after NY. Hit me up and I can sort you out