Australia.

Make sure you have carried out research on the places you hope to visit as some parts of Australia have different cultures. The country is English speaking.

A warning to women travellers is the stereotypical 'Aussie' male attitudes the further you get from civilisation.

How much cash:

At present Australia has a good exchange rate. It is a good idea to take a recognised credit card, for example 'American Express' or 'MasterCard'. Travellers cheques can be used to pay for hostels, food and toiletries.

Where to stay:

Hostels and camp sites are the cheapest places to stay. The average prices for a hostels are between £5 to £15, although in the city the prices are likely to rise. Dormitories range between 4-8 people in a bedroom.
Research hostels before embarking in travel.

Thailand.

Stay away from the mopeds if you have no insurance and you have never rode one before, as they are dangerous. Do not travel alone and travel with a friend or relative who you get along with, as you will be living in each other's pockets for the duration.

How much cash:

You could spend a month travelling Thailand on a budget of a minimum of £700. The plane fare is probably the most expensive part of the journey. Prices can range from £350 to £500. If you want to stay in a backpacker's hostel it will cost about £3 a night, but if you prefer a bit of luxury then you could be spending about £10 a night, which is very cheap. It is important to travel with the right person to make travelling a truly enjoyable experience.

Where to stay:

Bangkok is relatively cheap and can cost 15 to 20 pounds to stay in a luxury hotel. Backpacker's hostels are not so nice, but are okay if you are prepared to share with all types of people. If you visit the Islands then stay in a beach hut, which cost 2 pounds per night. This is excellent value.