This Is The Perfect Cheat Sheet For Exploring The Australian Outback

Because it's a whole other world out there.

First thing's first, before travelling the Australian outback, it's very (read: VERY ) imperative you know what you're about to get yourself into.

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Because the outback is bigger than big - it's damn huge.

Once you've got your head around the size of the outback, you've got to plan your route, and plan it good.

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Naturally, distance and temperature both need to be seriously considered.

If you're heading to the outback to escape the crowds, get ready for more space than you've ever thought possible.

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And get ready to see a completely different way of Australian life.

Beyond the people you'll meet on your journey, expect to get well acquainted with some other Australians.

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And yes, there will be probably be spiders too.

Before you head off on your big adventure, make sure you've got all the right stuff packed, because it's going to be a whole lot harder to buy things once you're ~on the road~.

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And don't - whatever you do - forget a camera.

Now, go! Off on your adventure to take the best Australian road trip, ever.

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