TRAVEL TALK SUMMARIES - SYDNEY EXPO

Destination UK..................................................................................Destination London
Presented by people who have lived and worked in the UK. Open up the doors to a wealth of
information on travelling to and within the United Kingdom. See how you too can experience
the UK as the locals do. Make your UK experience the best it can be.

Backpacking through Canada.............................................................Canadian Operators
Join our Group from Canada for an interesting and lively preview of what there is to see and do
in Canada, a four season playground for the adventurous and experience seeking traveller. Offering
everything from world class skiing and boarding in the winter to sailing and whale watching in the
summer, from the vibrant urban scene to the most spectacular wilderness locations -
Canada has it all! Find out how to get here, how to get around, where to stay and what to do on
the cheap!

Women Travel the World.................................................................................YHA NSW
Women are travelling overseas in ever-increasing numbers. Travel is a fantastic way to broaden your horizons, develop new skills and harness your inner resources in the big wide world. Come along to this talk and slide-show to learn about the joys of independent travel and find out about the essential travel survival skills you need.

Lonely Planet Travel Tips........................................................................... Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet's staff share inside tips, practical advice and essential travel information.

Travel Europe on a Budget...............................................................................Busabout
The cost of travel in Europe can gobble up a great deal of your overall budget…. So spend wisely!
This is a 'good advice & tips' talk.

Backpacking Around the World.........................................................................YHA NSW
Get insider info on travelling and working overseas. Find out about hostel accommodation and travel
discounts. When to go, what visas you'll need, how to get around and more. Presented by
recently returned travellers from YHA.

Hasta la vista, Baby! I am off to South America.......................................Think Adventure
South & Central America are the coolest destinations on the planet. Don't miss out on our hot travel tips for visiting these amazing regions. When to go? Where to go? How to travel? Come along and be inspired

Living & Working in London........................................................................TNT Magazine
This talk will cover many aspects of a working holiday in London, such as preparation before you leave, types of jobs available, valuable visa information, rates of pay and of course, how to enjoy yourself while you are there! Also it will give you insider tips on how to find your feet in London by landing a good job, finding accommodation, and meeting the locals.

China - Explore the mystery...........................................................................STA Travel
Explore the mystery of China with STA Travel. From the Great Wall to teaching English, we have it covered.

South Africa - the World in one Country.............................................Backpacking South Africa
Experience the raw and real character of South Africa. She is wild, extraordinarily beautiful and full of adventure. Join us to learn more about our backpacking industry. This talk will include information on South Africa's rainbow people, incredible places and exhilarating adventures. Wozani - you are welcome!

Ireland - Adventure awaits you..............................................................Tourism Ireland
The fun and easiest way to find out where to go for the time of your life - around Ireland - the best, friendliest places to stay, what to do, how to get there and how to get jobs.

New Zealand has it all.................................................................New Zealand Operators
New Zealand is one of the few countries in the world to offer such a variety of spectacular scenery
and adventure activities. New Zealand is a playground for all ages so whatever interests you whether
it is skiing, beautiful beaches, bungy jumping or just walking in one of our sixty national parks,
we have it all. So what are you waiting for?

Highlights of OZ in 30 Minutes...........................................................Greyhound Australia
Lay back on Bondi Beach, drive the Great Ocean Road, climb over Ayers Rock - Uluru, trek Kakadu or
jump on a bus to WA. Take time out in Cairns, enjoy the Barrier Reef, see the Whitsunday Islands,
Fraser Island and the Gold Coast. Surf Byron Bay & back to Sydney.

Cairns - The Adventure Capital of Australia............................................Cairns Operators
Cairns is well known for the Great Barrier Reef and the world heritage rainforest. However it offers
more! Just about every adventure activity known can be enjoyed in Cairns. Bungy, Skydiving, Rafting, Kayaking, Bushwalking, ATV, Horse riding, Scuba diving, Snorkelling and Partying - just to name a few.
The tropical climate which gives us our natural wonders also provides a spectacular backdrop to going totally wild.

Australia's Spectacular Outback.................................Northern Territory Backpackers Assoc.
Experience the spacious beauty of Australia's Outback, blessed with an abundance of natural environments. We will lead you step by step through the amazing sites and breathtaking natural wonders of the Northern Territory! Learn about the amazing journeys you can take from Kings Canyon to the MacDonnell Ranges, Uluru (Ayres Rock), Kata Tjuta (the Olgas), Alice Springs, Litchfield National Park, Arnhem Land and the World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park….discover all this and more today!

English Teaching - A World of Work Awaits....................................... .English Channels
Join the growing number of travellers becoming internationally recognised Teachers of English as a Foreign Language. Find out about this massive industry and the amazing travel opportunities including the growing global demand; the training that can help you get there; exciting work options upon your return.

Incredible India............................................................................................India Tourism
India is a safe destination for backpackers and has world heritage monuments, beautiful beaches and
a variety of activities such as skiing, trekking, water sports etc. Accommodation and transport is
cheap and readily available.

Travel the Trans Siberian/Mongolian Railway..........................Sundowners Travel - Vodkatrain
Journey along the Trans Siberian and Trans Mongolian Railway. Travel from Hong Kong to St Petersburg
aboard the world's longest and most famous railway.

Experience the Whitsunday's..............................................................Tourism Whitsunday's
The Whitsunday experience talk will take you on a journey to the Whitsunday's with topics on sailing, Islands, Airlie Beach day tours and night life.

Working in Canada ................................................................... Overseas Working Holidays
Always wanted to hit the Canadian sun and slopes - and get paid for it? Learn about working holiday visas and seasonal employment opportunities with the experts - Overseas Working Holidays