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Swimming in Australian beaches
Be careful when swimming in beaches in Australia. Many tourists drown in the beaches because of lack of precautions. Swim just between the yellow and red flags because these are the designated patrolled...Read full tip...
Surfing in Australia
You can only surf or kayak outside blue flags in Australia, and not in between red and yellow flags, which are designated areas for swimming. If you are an amateur surfer, make sure you can handle strong...Read full tip...
Dangerous water creatures to avoid
Be careful of crocodiles, sharks and jellyfish when swimming, snorkelling or surfing. Australia's tropical beaches have a lot of crocs and jellyfish while the southern beaches have sharks. . Read full tip...
Swimming with the jellyfishes
If you are planning to go swimming in Australia, it is best to know first if there are jellyfish swimming there too at the time! Australia is notorious for its box jellyfish, which are some of the...Read full tip...
Sunbathing in Australia!
Sun in Australia is extremly dangerous, no wonder they have one of the world's highest numbers of skin cancer incidents. Those with sensitive and fair skin, a few minutes without protection is liable...Read full tip...
Pesky birds!
When you're eating outside, don't be surprised if one time some bird will swoop down and take your food away. Australia is definitely known for its wildlife, and the best thing to do is just to...Read full tip...
Respect Sundays at Samoa
Do not walk through the villages on Sundays since it's disrespectful for the locals. The Samoans are quite religious and they highly respect Sunday as a holy day for religious rites so be careful. ...Read full tip...
How to greet and respect the Papuans
When you greet people in Papua New Guinea, make sure to greet them with a handshake. Do not make eye contact with the locals as this is disrespectful for them. . Read full tip...
Malaria in PNG!
Malaria is endemic in Papua New Guinea's lowlands, or lands below 1800m. Keep insect repellents handy, and apply every few hours. If you can, just leave the children behind, especially when...Read full tip...
Water in PNG
Consider all water in PNG contaminated. Make sure that the water you bathe in, drink, wash your food and clothes in have all been boiled or sterilized. It'd be a lot safer to settle for...Read full tip...
ATMs in Samoa
Local banks in Samoa are equipped with ATMs, especially in the main towns. Note that they don't operate 24/7 and they tend to run out of money once the weekend starts. You may want to stock...Read full tip...
Crime red alert in Suva and Nadi
It’s better to stay in your hotel after dark if you happen to be in Nadi or Suva as crimes are very common in these cities especially at night. Many travelers have been victims of various crimes...Read full tip...
Do not lurk in the beaches at night
Many males, foreigners and locals alike, get drunk on the beaches of South Tarawa and Beito, and so it’s not safe to stroll along the beaches at night alone, especially if you are a lady. Chances...Read full tip...
Frequent blackouts
Beware that regular electricity supply in Kiribati is limited to South Tarawa, North Tarawa, and Christmas Island. These islands even experience frequent blackouts. Although most hotels and guesthouses...Read full tip...