IDP Welcome Desks in Sydney and Melbourne International
Airports
The IDP help desk is conveniently located near the "Meeting
Point" area in the arrival hall of both the
Sydney and
Melbourne International Airports.
Dates: Monday 4th to Sunday 24th February
2008
Hours of Operation: 6 a.m to 2 p.m and 7 p.m to
10 p.m only.
The services are designed exclusively for new international
students commencing their studies in Sydney and Melbourne in
February 2008. If this is your first time in Sydney or Melbourne,
and you need help, please visit the friendly staff at the IDP desk.
They can assist you with :
- Transfers to domestic connections, lost luggage recovery
- Finding the most appropriate transport to your
accommodation
- Information on temporary accommodation and placement (if not
pre-booked)
- Making phone calls to your home, accommodation provider, home
stay host family
- Information on getting around the city including supply of
maps, travel guide
You will also receive a complimentary welcome pack which
includes an IDP International Calling Card, IDP International
Student Arrival Guide and Student Diary. No service charges
apply.
IDP City Orientation Tours in Sydney and Melbourne
IDP also conducts city tours meant for a newly-arrived
international students. If you do not have friends or relatives to
show you around or you have missed the orientation program at your
education institution, then this tour is a must-attend.
The tour dates are on the following Saturdays : 23rd
February, 1st March and 15th March 2008
The tour will start at 11 a.m at the IDP offices in Sydney and
Melbourne and finish at 2 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. All
attendees will also receive an IDP Arrival Pack filled with
practical merchandise.
The first part of the tour is a walk in the central business
district to explain how to use the public transport, show you the
good places to shop and eat, where to do your laundry, best ways of
staying in touch with your family and friends back home and other
useful tips. The second part consists of a bus ride to places of
cultural and tourist interest like the Opera House, Harbour Bridge,
MCG, War Memorial. Plenty of photo opportunities!
This is a fun and exciting way of getting to know your new home,
meeting other international students, and finding out how the IDP
counsellors in Australia can continue to assist you during your
study and stay here. So don't miss it.
To confirm your booking, please visit IDP Melbourne or IDP
Sydney and speak to a counsellor. Participation fee applies.
