There are so many things to do while travelling the beaches of Brisbane, Australia. However, more than just tips on what to do, let us also give you general information as well, which would keep you safe and sound, and allow you to enjoy that beach trip too. Hence, please read on and be well-informed for the same.
- Australian Beach TripGord McKenna / Beach Photos / CC BY-NC-ND
In all fairness, one could say that the beaches are well prepared for emergencies of any kind, and there is a lot of help around, including lifeguards too. But, a few tips to learn from would not want you falling into troubles of any sorts, hence please read.
Flags shouldn’t be ignored
The flags speak of the areas hazard zones, there are rips which can suck you in and take your life, so don’t ignore those flags. Currents are checked every hour by the authorities and swimming as per the flags guidelines is mandatory. Never swim alone, irrespective of the experience you have with the rough waters. Deep waters, dumping pools and cliffs should be avoided, especially when the ride is high, or risk losing your life.
Do not drink and swim
Moreover, alcohol and swimming is a no-no, anytime during the day or night. There are many other ways to safely impress people around; this is certainly not one of them.
Shark alert
The mighty sharks come visiting to say hello, don’t go reciprocating or they would make dinner out of you taking you back home. If you want to take pictures of them, check with the lifeguards and ask for help, do not at any cost do it on your own. And if you happen to hear SHARK SHARK SHARK, get out of the waters and run towards the sandy shores.
Jelly belly troubles
The box jelly fish looks cute, but don’t go Aww and petting them, they are toxic animals with agonizing stings. Once stung, there are very less treatments out there than can save you from pains, and your vacation would be at a hospital. The same would be for the blue ringed octopus, inoffensive creatures that are known to kill humans. Anything that glows in rock cracks and is bluish is not a thing to explore and play around with.
Angling tips
- Be very careful when indulging in rock fishing, more deaths happen here than elsewhere. And while doing that, keep a watch for the tides, and watch your steps on those rocks while saving yourself from those waves.
- Coral cuts are common and infection can happen, but you can avoid it as well with antibiotics.
Back packers hear-hear
- Know what you want to view, how to view and where to go about doing do
- Allocate a budget or find a place where you can earn and vacation at the same time
- Travel light and sensibly pack
- Find options for cheap and affordable transportation
- Check events and seasonality on the local calendars
- Check with local yellow pages, travel guides and locals around for cheaper, eat, stay and partying options
- If you plan to stay long, have an Australian bank account opened prior to the travel. You would be given an ATM card which can be used across the nation
- Get a pre-paid card for your cellphone; you need to stay in touch. Why spend on roaming bills unnecessarily
We hope these tips on general information come in handy.
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