We knew that Australia drives on the left side of the road, but we’ve learned a few new things about Australia while we’ve been here. (Random order)
- Subway stores in Australia don’t have oil and vinegar to put on the sandwiches.
- You don’t have to show any ID to fly on a domestic flight in Australia.
- You can take whatever liquids you want through security for a domestic flight in Australia.
- “Beetroot” in Aussie English = “Beets” in US English.
- Seatbelts are mandatory in the back seat of a car.
- Tasmanian Devils are now endangered.
- You’ll need a dictionary to figure out what coffee to order!
- Different pay rates apply on weekdays, Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays, explaining the surcharges applied in some restaurants!
- Backsplash (US English) = Splashback (Aus English)
- Pay by credit card and many places charge an extra 1% including hotels. Who has 5 days of hotel cash laying around?
- Plasterer = Drywaller in US English
- Grocery stores are closed on Good Friday! This calls for planning ahead.