Here are a few handy travel tips that will help you live like a local while you’re away… places to go, things to do and some to remember!
If you’re travelling to the British Isles….
When you’re in Europe
If you want to visit the Leeds castle, remember it’s not in Leeds
Play Pooh Sticks in Hundred Acre Wood
Don’t wear your Tottenham shirt in Highbury – you might offend the locals
The best British curry is in the Yorkshire Dales (Bradford)
Don’t honeymoon in Paris in August – a lot shops close down during August.
Don’t visit Venice in summer – the smell might ruin the experience.
Visit Madonna del Sasso, near Borgesesia, for a truly unique pilgrimage
Dress up in the evening and promenade with the locals through town
Eat gelato by the shores of Lake Orta for an undiscovered spot north of Italy
If Australia’s your destination
Remember when you’re in the United States
Only take photos in Uluru – taking anything else might bring bad luck.
Avoid flying early morning and late afternoon from Sydney to Melbourne or vice versa. These flights are usually heavily booked by business travellers.
Don’t hitch hike – it’s illegal over the Tasman
For the best steak visit Okeechobee steak house in West Palm Beach, Florida.
If traffic cops pull you over on the highway don’t get out of the car
When you ask for lemonade remember you won’t be getting Sprite
It’s ok to ask for biscuits with your Sunday roast
If you don’t like cheese always say no to the salad dressing
There are many things to think of when preparing for an overseas trip. Travel Card is a great way to help you organise your finances while you are away. More Information
The National Bank Travel Card can help you live like a local while you are away but there are always some things you might like to know before you leave.
