The Australian Abroad

Bumped into an Aussie friend the other day walking down the street in central London. Even if I hadn't known him I could have easily guessed where he was from as he was sporting the national dress - flip flops (or thongs), shorts and a rugby shirt. Clutching a 4 pack he was on his way to a match having left the house without any concern for the weather. Guessing he would have been dressed the same even if it had been snowing!

Other ways you can spot an Australian abroad, other than the accent, include:

1. Picking up the phrase "Yeah it's a nice.... but not as good as back home."

2. A traveller with no return ticket. I have rarely met an Australian in Europe who has come for less than 2 years.

3. Anyone ordering a jug of beer in a pub. (although South Africans are known for this as well)

4. Anyone throwing a frisbee or kicking a rugby ball around in one of London's many parks in the summer. (and winter for that matter!)

5. Anyone staying in Kings Cross.