Traveling to Oz

Hey there.. 34 y/o single american guy going to Oz. Trying to figure
out:


1) How hard to meet a group of folks to hang out with, party, see
sights, whatever? Are there any places that single travelers (or solo

travelers, whatever) go?


2) Hostel or motel? Pro's, cons? What do you do w/ your luggage in
a hostel?


Queensland is my destination.. for a week. Sydney/Melbourne for a
week.


Thanks all!!!
Dave

On Fri, 4 Feb 2005 wrote:
1) How hard to meet a group of folks to hang out with, party, see
sights, whatever? Are there any places that single travelers (or solo
travelers, whatever) go?

going to a hostel would be your best bet! Or a local bar of course

2) Hostel or motel? Pro's, cons? What do you do w/ your luggage in
a hostel?

Hostels are good if you want to meet people, the only downside is that
you may need to share a room with several untidy/snoring people (bring
earplugs just in case!)

Hostels also are a great way of finding out about local
activities/discounts of trips, etc. Usually find leaflets everywhere.

As for luggage, I've never had any problems with my backpack in a
hostel... just leave the bag under your bed generally. Also get some
good small padlocks.

Queensland is my destination.. for a week. Sydney/Melbourne for a
week.

groovy, enjoy!
--

"I hear ma train a comin'
.... hear freedom comin"

In article , Stimp says...
As for luggage, I've never had any problems with my backpack in a
hostel... just leave the bag under your bed generally. Also get some
good small padlocks.

YHA hostels generally have lockers in the rooms. And lockers outside for
those times after you've checked out but your plane isn't leaving for a
while but you still want to explore a bit more.

Motels may be more comfortable and secure, but they are fairly arid.
There's nothing to match the atmosphere in a good hotel, and everyone
has advice on what's good and what's cheap.

Pete, fan of hostels

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Hey there.. 34 y/o single american guy going to Oz. Trying to figure
out:


1) How hard to meet a group of folks to hang out with, party, see
sights, whatever? Are there any places that single travelers (or solo

travelers, whatever) go?


2) Hostel or motel? Pro's, cons? What do you do w/ your luggage in
a hostel?


Queensland is my destination.. for a week. Sydney/Melbourne for a
week.


Thanks all!!!
Dave


Hi
Its well eay to ,eet people for nights out backpacking. Your meet people
right away when ur share a dorm room.

My fav city is Perth. I was staying at the rainbow lodge east perth very
friendly there


http://www.poms.co.uk/austsraliansimcard.htm

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Hey there.. 34 y/o single american guy going to Oz. Trying to figure
out:


1) How hard to meet a group of folks to hang out with, party, see
sights, whatever? Are there any places that single travelers (or solo

travelers, whatever) go?


2) Hostel or motel? Pro's, cons? What do you do w/ your luggage in
a hostel?


Queensland is my destination.. for a week. Sydney/Melbourne for a
week.


Thanks all!!!
Dave


Hi
Its well eay to ,eet people for nights out backpacking. Your meet people
right away when ur share a dorm room.

My fav city is Perth. I was staying at the rainbow lodge east perth very
friendly there


http://www.poms.co.uk/austsraliansimcard.htm