I'm trying to plan a trip to scout Australia for a possible re-location. I really don't have any idea on where I'd end up living, but it will probably be in one of the major metropolitan areas for employment. I'd like to go sometime in March for 10-14 days for scouting and some vacation. Hopefully I'll have some interviews set up by then.

I'd actually be looking to relocate 6-8 months from now (or sooner if job hunting goes well). Any suggestions for finding fares, places to stay/see/avoid, re-location advice, etc. will all be appreciated.

Best fare after a quick search is AA (Qantas code share) LAX-SYD for $940 US.

BTW, I am IT consultant/project manager if there are any Auzzie headhunters out there....

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NW Silver Elite

Big tip .. make sure you get paid in $US wherever you work. Right now there are about 12,000 Ozzie dollars to one dime.

The BEST by miles website for flights/travel down here is :
www.travel.com.au

Sign up NOW for their weekly "special deal" emails. They will be invaluable for you.

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~ Glen ~

ozstamps-seems youve done ok with the ozzie dollar!!!!!
no seriously Sydney is the only city to live in if youre from LV!!also theres lots of work for anyone who wants to-melbourne is the next choice for big business. good to see youve picked us!!!!!!Sydney hilton is in the middle of town and cheap on UA vouchers.

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freefaller12k
Be wary of ozstamps and tinkybelle, they are both committed Sydneyites. If you want civilty, sophistication, fine cuisine and outstanding theatre (OK Sydney has that too) then check Melbourne out. Salaries are higher in Sydney but so is the cost of living particularly real estate. You dont say what industry you are in. If it is IT I would be interested in seeing your CV. You can email it to me if appropriate, otherwise I can help you find the right potential employers in most industries.

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JBC

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Sorry freefaller I didnt read you missive closely enough. I would be interested in seeing you CV. Please email to me.

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JBC

Freefaller ... if you want to do some "scouting" of the major cities remember this place is the same size as the contiguous USA.

If you have some Qantas points you might want to do this "round the country trip" mentioned in thread below burning VERY few points to do it, or do some "gifting" deal with any of the ozzies on this thread to book it. Superb deal to allow you visit all capital cities (and Cairns!) in business class, at your leisure:

http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/Forum94/HTML/002911.html

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~ Glen ~

Do I detect a Sydney - Melbourne competition here?

Seriously, both are excellent cities but you may want to also consider smaller urban centers because they generally have lower costs of living (Adelaide for example - but lousy night life - great churches and wine!!). Perth has excellent fishing, beaches, people and good connections to Asia plus a thriving engineering industry. It depends what you are looking for as you know.

Good Luck

I think Adelaide has great nightlife! But nothing compares to Melbourne. It's one of the worlds great cities and the citizens are very friendly.

I would avoid Sydney unless you are a New Yorker or have some key business reason to be there.