French tourist's biggest culture shocks in Australia
A French visitor details her biggest surprises in Australia, from early dinners to casual chats with strangers. Locals confirm her observations perfectly capture the Aussie way of life.
A French visitor details her biggest surprises in Australia, from early dinners to casual chats with strangers. Locals confirm her observations perfectly capture the Aussie way of life.
A French visitor details her biggest surprises in Australia, from chatty strangers to 6pm dinners. Locals confirm her observations perfectly capture Aussie life. Read her full list.
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