The Best Driving Roads In Australia
Australia has pretty much everything - rain forests, amnazing beaches, arid deserts and some of the friendliest people on the planet (who love to drink and party). It's also got some amazing roads to explore.
In the land of "down under" they drive on the left (as in England) and any drivers license that is in English will work just fine (for three months). If you are from a country where drivers licenses are not in English, you will need an international drivers license. And, as in most couutries, seat belts are required by law with a penalty of about $250.00 for each person in the car not wearing a seat belt - so buckle up.
Again, like most countries, driving under the influence of alcohol is prohibited and the legal blood-alcohol linit is just 0.05. But, unlike some countries, the police do not need ANY reason to stop and give you a sobriety test. So, just don't drink and drive.
Now to the topic of speeding. Speed cameras in Australia are in many built up areas and may be hidden from sight. They also have speed cameras in unmarked cars. Fines, if you should get caught are approximately $200 if traveling 10kph (or so) over the limnit and if caught going over 30kph over the limit you may have to appear in court. In Victoria the limits are less - just 3kph over the limit - so watch out. If you do, as a foreigner, get caught they will try to get the fine payments by sending the documentrs to your home address - though you probably can ignore them unless you plan to go back again in the future.
Given all the speeding laws, it is a good job that there are miles and miles of roads inbetween cities and towns for you to, safely, strech the legs of your chosen car (and Australia does make some powerful cars). You have to remember that Australia is a BIG place and communities are spread out. The roads in low population areas may not be maintained very well and may not have too many services. Plan accordingly - carry plenty of water and food and do not run out of gas.
Amd just to you remember, Australia has some of the deadliest creatures known to man - so check your driving shoes for spiders before you put them on!
Recommended Routes
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| Great Ocean Road |
The Great Ocean Road runs along Australia's southern coast for 155 miles and is well worth your time to explore.
Not only is it a great road but the area has so much to do, you may want to stay for a mini-vacation to explore, surf, camp, hike or indulge in a helicopter ride.
Read more about this road here...
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