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REVIEW the important information on the FAQ tab for this trip and visit our Help Center. We strongly encourage all our members to check the latest travel recommendations by the (for international trips only, and please tie to country-specific pages on each of these sites and then add the correct link  US State Department, CDC and air carriers to review the latest information for travel risks in order to make an informed decision about their travel safety.

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PASSPORT MANDATORY A passport is required for US citizens. Be sure to confirm that your passport is current and will be valid at least six months after your return date. If you do not have one or need a new one, contact the State Department Passport Office in your area immediately, or visit their website.

Visa: US Citizens are required to obtain a Visa prior to entering Australia. You can do so easily online for approximately $100 USD. Click here for more information. Please make sure you allow yourself plenty of time to receive the visa!

Non US Citizens are responsible for verifying their own required documentation for this tour.

FLIGHT & PASSPORT INFO Two months prior to your vacation, you’ll receive an email with a link to upload your flight and passport information. This is important for us to be able to schedule your arrival and departure transfers.

INSURANCE Although travel insurance isn’t mandatory, we highly recommend it. In addition to direct access immediately upon completing your purchase, you will receive a quote from Travel Guard regarding travel insurance after reserving your vacation. (Please see FAQ on Travel Insurance.)

If you have any questions, Travel Guard professional, expert agents are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us, if you have not received your quote within 3 days, or CLICK HERE to go directly to Travel Guard and request a policy quote. It only takes a few minutes.

Questions and comments after you have reserved your vacation are addressed promptly when you send a message to us at service@singlestravelintl.com.

The tour begins with a flight from Sydney, Australia (SYD) in the morning of January 2, 2025, and ends on the morning of January 10, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia (MEL). Therefore the tour is 8 nights/9 days.

Note: Flights from North America may depart on December 31, 2024 , in order to arrive in Sydney on January 2. Your return flight from Melbourne Airport arrives in North America on the same day, so the actual length of the trip is 10 nights/11 days.

Have more time? 

December 30, 2024 – Jan 2, 2025: Ring in the New Year with our 3 Night Sydney Option, including the world’s most spectacular fireworks display! Simply add it to your cart when you check out.  See full itinerary for details. 

December 19, 2024 – Jan 2, 2025: Looking to extend your vacation Down Under, ring in the New Year with other singles your age and see New Zealand too?  Join our New Zealand New Year’s Eve Singles Cruise, for the back-to-back, 23 day experience!!

Note that if you join New Zealand New Year’s Eve Singles Cruise, you will not need to add the 3 night Sydney option before this tour.  Your cruise reservation includes 1 night in Sydney before we depart. 

As of Saturday, March 11, 2023, people traveling to Australia will not be required to show evidence of a negative pre-departure test for COVID-19. Also, it is no longer required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination to travel to and from Australia.

The CDC (Centers for Disease Control) recommends updating all routine booster shots for travel almost anywhere. Please schedule a physical check-up, before your trip, to discuss the type of trip in which you are participating with your physician.

You and your physician may access much more, very detailed health information for travelers (including tips on staying healthy while traveling) on the CDC website. Click their “Traveler’s Health” link or call toll-free 24-hours at 1-800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636).

A deposit is due at time of reservation, and final payment is due on September 11, 2024.

If you make a reservation after September 11, 2024, full payment will be automatically charged at time of reservation and penalties will apply.

Changing lives through traveling the world together is our “why” and we want to make it possible for every member to achieve their personal vacation dream goals.  Sometimes, it takes extra care and attention to helping you make it a reality.  Below are payment options to accommodate every need.

Final Payment Options

Credit Card
We’ve made paying your balance online as easy as 1-2-3! You’ll be able to see your balance directly within your Singles Travel International profile. Under the shopping cart icon, choose “Reservations and Payments” from the drop down to view your dashboard. To see how to use this NEW reservation and payment feature, watch this quick VIDEO. You may also call us at 877-765-6874 ext. 4 and provide us with your preferred payment information.

Check 
Contact our team at service@singlestravelintl.com and request the Pay-By-Check discount. Your final payment balance will be recalculated deducting the Pay-By-Check discount. Then be sure to mail your check with the revised balance total to our office so that it arrives by September 11, 2024, in order to secure your reservation and price.  Late payments will not be accepted. 

Mail checks payable to:
Singles Travel International
7491 N Federal Highway
Suite C5328
Boca Raton, FL 33487

IMPORTANT: If you pay online using your credit card on the Reservations & Payments dashboard, be aware that the discounted rate is no longer valid and that the higher price applies. We will contact you to collect the non-discounted price balance due.

Zelle® 
Contact our team at service@singlestravelintl.com and request the Zelle® discount. Your final payment balance will be recalculated deducting the Zelle® discount. Then be sure to send your payment with the revised balance total to EZPay@singlestravelintl.com so that it arrives by September 11, 2024, in order to secure your reservation and price.  Late payments will not be accepted. Should you pay via credit card, the discounted rate is no longer valid, and members will be charged the original non-discounted price.

Make sure that you are using the correct EZPay@singlestravelintl.com email address for Singles Travel International (listed as Tammy Weiler) because once you press “Send”, the payment cannot be canceled.  Singles Travel International is not responsible for payments sent to the incorrect Zelle® account. 

Customized Payment Plan
Find your dream trip and “Pay Over Time” to make your vacation goal a reality.  Contact our Accounting Team at 877-765-6874 ext 4 to set up a customized payment plan designed to meet your individual needs.

All cancellations must be made in writing to Singles Travel International at service@singlestravelintl.com and are subject to per person penalties as follows:

After deposit and at any time of cancellation, refunds may be requested less a minimum charge of $750 in addition to other penalties listed below.

*September 11, 2024 and October 31, 2024 – 50% penalty applies.

*After October 31, 2024 – 100% penalty applies

Air packages and air tickets are subject to cancellation policies imposed by the airlines.

Cancellations made prior to the final payment date of September 11, 2024, may request a Future Trip Credit for the Singles Travel International portion of $250 and our minimum cancellation fee will be waived, but not refunded. The Future Trip Credit may be used toward any future Singles Travel International vacation within 1 year of cancellation, for travel at any time. No refunds will be given on any unused portions of the trip. 

January 2, 2025
If you are not joining the tour from the cruise, nor taking advantage of our 3 Night Sydney option, make sure you are at the Hilton Adelaide, Australia by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Our Concierge will be on site to meet and greet all of our members for our Welcome Meeting at the Hilton Adelaide.

If you choose our 3 Night package in Sydney for New Year’s Eve, your package includes a transfer from the hotel to the airport on January 2, to meet the group who just disembarked from the Edge.  We will all fly together to Adelaide!

Singles Travel International is a vacation event company that plans singles events and markets our events at our expense to create a “singles only” experience. We do not allow guests to join the group unless the reservation has been made by Singles Travel International. Our policy is firm for tours and cruises, as well as pre and post trip hotel stays. Members and friends that “show up” will not be allowed to participate.

In order to accommodate singles from all over the world, our tours and cruises are priced as land/cruise only. Therefore, airfare is additional. Singles Travel International is a licensed ticketing agency and oftentimes has low negotiated fares.

Please review this section carefully before reserving your airline ticket.  We have several modules from which to choose and we matched your flight dates to make it easier to understand.  Note that it takes 2 calendar days to travel from North America to Australia because you cross the International Dateline, which adds an extra day.

December 28, 2024 – Depart the USA and fly into Sydney (SYD) if you are planning to join our Optional, 3 Night, New Year’s Eve in Sydney package, December 30, 2024 – January 2, 2025.

December 31, 2024 – Depart the USA and fly into Adelaide (ADL) if you only plan to join the 8 day Vistas, Vineyards and Kangaroos Singles Tour, January 2-10, 2025.

January 2, 2025 
Make sure you are at the Hilton Adelaide by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Our Concierge will be on site to meet and greet all of our members, for our Welcome Meeting at the Hilton Adelaide.

If you chose our 3 Night package in Sydney for New Year’s Eve, your package includes a transfer from the hotel to the airport to meet the group who just disembarked from the Edge.  We will all fly together on January 2 to Adelaide on Qantas 737 Sydney/Adelaide 11:35A/1:10P (Included).

January 6, 2025
We will all fly together from Kangaroo Island to Melbourne on Qantas 2143/682 Kangaroo Island /Adelaide/Melbourne 9:45A/1:45P (Included).

January 10, 2025
Schedule your return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to depart anytime on Friday, January 10, 2025. In order to participate in our group departure transfer, please schedule your flight to depart after 11:30 a.m. We have included 1 group transfer based on typical USA bound departures from the international terminal for flights between 10:30-11:30am (Qantas and United to LAX) – if your flight is outside of this window we’ll facilitate a separate transfer for you and an additional charge may apply.

Looking to extend your vacation Down Under?  Start off  with our New Zealand New Year’s Eve Singles Cruise, December 19, 2024 – January 2, 2025!

Sydney, December 30, 2024: Arrival transfers are not included. Here are a couple of transfer options.

You may access taxis and ride-share services when you arrive. Each terminal has its own sheltered taxi rank with supervisors on hand during peak times to ensure a smooth flow of taxis for travelers. Rates to downtown will run approximately $45-$55.

If you’re looking for transfer services that provide transport between the airport and most Sydney suburbs and regional areas, you can find a range of providers CLICK HERE for more info.

There is also the airport train, AirportLink. For more information, CLICK HERE.

Also, once you make a reservation with Singles Travel International, you are invited to post messages on the trip chat, which is great for coordinating taxi/shuttle shares!

Melbourne, January 10, 2o25: We have included 1 group transfer based on typical USA bound departures from the international terminal for flights between 10:30-11:30am (Qantas and United to LAX) – if your flight is outside of this window we’ll facilitate a separate transfer for you and an additional charge may apply.

Our tour does not include international airfare, 5 dinners, 3 lunches and extra hotel nights before or after the tour. You are responsible for alcoholic beverages (except when included in Singles Travel International events), incidentals such as laundry and phone calls, plus gratuities to local guides ($5-$10 per tour).

It has been our experience over 30 years that the best possible quality of service is achieved when our Singles Travel International Concierge Team is compensated by tips from our delighted members. This is their best incentive to make your vacation an exceptional experience and the recommended amount is ($15 per day). You will have an opportunity to reward your Concierge at the end of your tour. It is customary to tip, but of course, gratuities are at your discretion and are greatly appreciated for a job well done!

Please contact your preferred carrier directly to make your reservation. If Singles Travel International issues a promotional economy fare, granting of frequent flyer credit is entirely at the airline’s discretion. If the flights are eligible, to ensure you earn frequent flyer credit from the airline, give your frequent flyer account number when you check in for your flights. In addition, save your boarding passes and the passenger receipt from your airline ticket. You may need to submit these to the airline (not to Singles Travel International) to claim any credit allowed.

Our affordable Premium Memberships allows solo travelers the ability to have Your Own Space™️ for a lot less so that you never have to share. Review the special Premium Member rates on the Book Now page. You may join at the same time that you purchase your vacation or click here to learn more and purchase your membership.

Of course not. You will be pleased to find out that nearly 90% of our guests on every trip sign up and have never met anyone before joining the group. In 31 years, we have perfected the singles vacation experience. It is paramount that our guests meet each other right away and have opportunities to mingle every day. From the moment you join our tour, our Singles Travel International Concierge is waiting to meet you. Our first day begins with an orientation and the camaraderie builds as we go along. The nature of the trip is trying something new, challenging yourself and motivating those around you. The bonds that develop on our tours are by far the strongest and longest lasting.

Our “Baby Boomer” vacations cater to singles in their 50s and 60s but you will often meet singles ranging anywhere from 45-75. We generally have a ratio of 60/40, women to men. As a travel club, matchmaking is not our focus. Ages listed on our page are not restricted. They are simply used as a guideline. We offer an opportunity for single travelers to see the world in the company of other singles and do not guarantee ratios or ages.

We recommend that you meet the members of the Singles Travel International Community online where you may view and interact with members via “Who’s Going” on every trip page. This is the best way to find out exactly who will be on your vacation.

Yes! Singles Travel International is the only singles vacation company that features a travel community where members may send messages to one another at any time. Once you make a reservation, you are invited to post messages on the trip chat, which is great for finding out more about your fellow travel companions, coordinating taxi shares, setting up tours and more. Your trip chat is accessible from the trip page. Ask your Singles Travel International Reservation Guide for assistance.

Our program for 50+ singles also includes live online events plus a virtual Meet & Greet with your travel companions before you depart. View and get reminders for each event on our community page, www.SingleLife.Today.  Be sure to sign up today so that you don’t miss out on anything!

It’s summertime in the southern hemisphere! We chose the southern region for our tour because of its more pleasant summer temps compared to the northern regions.

The average temperature in Sydney & Adelaide in January ranges from a high of 81°F (27°C) to a low of 69°F (20°C). Some would describe it as pleasantly warm with a gentle breeze.  Melbourne is a pleasant mid 70s by day and a bit cooler at night.

A valid passport is required for travel to Australia. Be sure to confirm that your passport is current and will be valid at least six months after your return date. If you do not have one or need a new one, contact the State Department Passport Office in your area immediately or visit their website.

US Citizens are required to obtain a Visa prior to entering Australia. Singles Travel International has NOT included the visa cost in your tour package. You must download the Australian ETA App on your phone and apply for your visa via the app. Click here for a step-by-step guide as well as “How To” videos to assist you with the application.
Cost: There is a service charge of AUD20 ($13 USD) to use the Australian ETA app. There is no other charge payable for an ETA.
Processing times: In most cases you will be notified of the result of your ETA application immediately. Your application may take longer if you do not complete the application process correctly or we require further information. We recommend that you apply well ahead of when you want to travel.

Non US Citizens are responsible for verifying their own required documentation for this tour.

If you have dual citizenship, please email us at service@singlestravelintl.com to advise immediately for proper issuance.

We recommend that you also make copies of your passport, visa, driver’s license, photo identification card and/or birth certificate in case of loss, and carry them with you on your trip separate from your original documents.

Currently, most airlines will allow you to check two bags, weighing 50 pounds each, for a fee. In addition, you may carry-on one bag plus a personal item such as a purse or briefcase. Please check with your air carrier for up-to-the minute regulations and fees for checked baggage.

Please note that the max luggage allowance on domestic flights within Australia is 1 checked bag (44 lbs/20 kgs) and 1 carry on (15 lbs/7 kgs) per person. Any additional luggage is subject to airline fees and is not included.

We are visiting Australia during their summer. We anticipate that the lowest temps will be in the high 60s to low 70s but may reach high 80s, after all, it’s mother nature! We chose the southern region for our tour because of its more pleasant summer temps compared to the northern regions.

As always, for traveling, we recommend that you pack layers with 3 main colors and accessories. Start with pants and shorts and a few T-shirts, add a light sweater or sweatshirt and then a water/wind proof jacket with a hood, just in case. Comfortable walking shoes are a must with extra socks in case you get wet.

The tours may last anywhere in length from 2 to 8 hours of intermittent walking and standing. Although these tours aren’t strenuous, a certain amount of stamina and health are required in order to be able to walk slowly and stand for extended periods of time. At any time, you can opt out of an excursion! After all, this is your vacation. Keep in mind that part of the charm of Australia, in general, is the terrain— therefore, in most locations, there will be uneven surfaces and hills to ascend and descend.

Packing Tips: Take only what you need; don’t over pack. Save room for souvenirs and purchases. Pack flat and full to avoid wrinkling. Bring wardrobe basics; mix and match 1-3 colors. Don’t pack anything valuable, fragile or perishable. Label your luggage with an outside tag, and place an identification card inside each suitcase. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Our tour is moderately active with a lot of walking.

Essential Items: We highly recommend that you bring the following items.

– A smile and an open minded attitude
– Notepad, reading material and a travel journal to write all about your experience.
– Bathing suit, we have our own indoor pool!
– Sunglasses, sun block, sun hat or visor
– A good, comfortable pair of broken-in walking shoes
– A pair of shoes for restaurants (loafers, sandals, etc.)
– Ladies will want to bring a nicer warm wrap and gentlemen a nicer jacket, for evening wear.
– Water Resistant Jacket with light lining and/or collapsible umbrella, just in case
– Toiletries: all your daily essentials
– Prescription medications: sufficient supply for the entire trip plus legible written prescription in case of loss. Keep medications in their original, labeled container. Always pack your medications in your carry-on bag!
– Eyeglasses, contacts, contact lens solution. You may want to bring along a written prescription for your eyewear in case of loss.
– Over the counter medications: cold remedy, aspirin/pain reliever, antacid/stomach upset remedy, Band-Aids, money or other anti-bacterial medication.
– Travel alarm clock with illuminated face
– Small, Swiss Army type utility knife. Remember to pack this in your checked luggage!
– Home address book (smart phone with contacts) for sending postcards to all your friends who said they’d go but didn’t! A useful tip is to pre-write or print names and addresses of people to whom you want to send postcards on sheets of self-adhesive labels. It saves time and space in your luggage.
– Photography Equipment: Bring a sufficient supply of film, cards, extra batteries and/or chargers.
– An adapter and converter for your electrical gadgets. *Plugs in Australia have two flat metal pins shaped live a “V” and some may contain a third flat pin in the centre. Click here to view more info. 

Travel Insurance is not mandatory, but, based on our experience, we highly recommend it. In addition to direct access immediately upon completing your purchase, you will receive a quote from Travel Guard regarding travel insurance after reserving your vacation.

When selecting a travel insurance policy, we recommend that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. We also strongly recommend that the policy cover personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects.

If you have any questions, Travel Guard professional, expert agents are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us, if you have not received your quote within 3 days, or CLICK HERE to go directly to Travel Guard and request a policy quote. It only takes a few minutes.

Questions and comments after you have reserved your vacation are addressed promptly when you send a message to us at service@singlestravelintl.com.

The currency used in Australia is the AUD.

Exchange Rates: The exchange rate fluctuates often. You may find the current exchange rates in the financial sections of newspapers and on the Internet. For current exchange rates, please check here.

Currency Exchange: Many locations will accept major credit cards, but for incidentals and small vendors you will need some local currency. ATM machines will dispense local currency for internationally accepted ATM cards and/or credit cards. They are usually conveniently located in large cities, but are limited in smaller towns and rural areas.

You may exchange cash and traveler’s checks for local currencies at hotels, banks and exchange bureaus. Banks offer the best rates, and there is always an exchange at airports.

We recommend that you bring a combination of $300-500 USD depending on your spending habits for meals and shopping, as well as a debit card for withdrawals and a major credit card, preferably VI or MC.

Credit Cards: Your credit card will be accepted to settle your incidentals bill at all hotels and in major shops and restaurants.

Your “Final Vacation Details & Meetup Information” including transportation and how to meet up with the group will be available on the YOUR TRAVEL DOCUMENTS button on the left navigation bar on the trip site, 21 days prior to trip start date.  We suggest you leave a copy of this with your family.

For easy, less expensive communication in Australia, you may be able to use your own phone plan, generally $10 per day on demand (check before departure).

Internet access is available almost everywhere, including our hotels, but access is not always free. We recommend that you contact your provider before you depart to add an international roaming, text and data package. Most may be disabled once you return home.

Our office is open Monday-Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. In an emergency after hours, please contact Tammy Weiler via What’s App at 815-715-6998.

All countries you will visit have laws against the purchase and export of certain items, including antiquities, national cultural property and certain animal products, especially endangered species (ivory, rhino horn, tortoise shell, coral, feathers, etc.). Additionally, the United States has laws prohibiting the import of certain items, which include many of the same things. You face having your purchase confiscated and/or heavy fines for exporting or importing prohibited items.

On return to the U.S., your baggage is subject to search by U.S. Customs. Currently, you are permitted to bring back $800 of goods duty free. Persons aged 21 or over may also bring in one liter of liquor and one carton of cigarettes. If you plan to purchase a lot of souvenirs or expensive items, it is important to retain all purchase receipts. However, please note that U.S. Customs may not accept a receipt as true cost if it seems unusually low for the estimated value of the item. You may access the regulations and restrictions governing US Customs on their official website, click here to learn more.