Throw another shrimp on the barbie and forget what the travel agents tell you - here's a survival guide for you "Yanks" (get used to it!) headed Down Under !

OK Mate - best you get used to people calling you "Mate", Mate.
Get this one right up FRONT ! A "Fanny" is NOT a butt here - right level, wrong side, gals only.
Sydney is not the Capital city of Australia, Mate !
Try some vegemite, but remember put it on thick, really thick - you'll love it !
Emu - say it E-Mew not E-Moo.
Cherry Coke and Root Beer are not very popular here, and after trying them I know why !
Australian Jam is American Jelly and Australian Jelly is American Jell-O (gelatin).
Fast Food Etiquette: American's say "To Go", Australian's say "Take Away thanks Mate".
"Well Bugger Me" is not an invitation - Just an expression of bewilderment!

More to come sooooon, Mate !

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