Australia is perhaps one of the most mysterious and amazing countries in the world. It is convenient to relax here both with money and without it. Everything seems to have been created for an excellent holiday - the country is washed by several seas and oceans, so the climate here is simply curative. And also there are interesting animals, a variety of entertainment and luxury hotel complexes. What is the average cost of living in Australia for a tourist and is it realistic to relax here with a minimal budget?
Accommodation
In the country, hotels are distinguished not by international classification, but by class. There are 5. The most expensive hotels in Australia are located in Sydney:
- Shangri-La Hotel 5 *;
- InterContinental Sydney 5 *.
Accommodation rates in such hotels start at US $ 120 per person per night. Mid-range hotels give their rooms for $ 80-150. Most tourists prefer to stay in motels. A private room with all amenities will cost about $ 50. You can also rent apartments from locals, prices are about the same, but this is an option for a short time. Long term rentals are not welcome here. You can settle on a farm, it will be not only cheap, but also exciting. And the children will be simply delighted. For a very budget holiday, hostels and hostels are usually chosen. The prices for a bed rarely exceed the prices for similar services in other countries. In Australia, you will need to pay $ 15–20.
Nutrition
If expensive restaurants are not an option, then you should pay attention to Asian eateries, of which there are a lot in the country. The prices there are quite reasonable - $ 10-15 for a dinner for two. There are also establishments where you can bring a drink with you, but the cost of food in them is low. Self-service establishments are also popular in Australia. You can eat in such a restaurant for $ 10, or even less. Strange, but in most Australian cities it is allowed to have barbecues in the parks, which is successfully used by enterprising tourists. Living on a farm, you can forget about nutritional problems altogether. In general, in Australia you can eat without overpaying for service and serving meals.
Transport
The distance between the major cities of Australia is quite decent, so it is better to take a plane. It will cost about $ 50. Trains are not as popular and convenient, and ticket prices are about the same. But there are a lot of buses, both city and intercity. There are special passes directly for buses, metro and ferries. Such a weekly pass costs about $ 13. Taxi drivers charge $ 2 per 1 km. You can rent a car in Australia for $ 20-30 or more.
