🇦🇺 Townsville Airport & Hostel Guide for WHV Travelers ✈️

(Sharing my experience to help fellow WHVers!) 🚖 Airport Transport Tips: 1️⃣ Taxi Trap: Avoid 13 CABS unless desperate! 🚕 *10-min ride = $30 AUD* (my wallet cried 💸). Uber/Didi rarely available here. 2️⃣ Smart Alternative: Shuttle Bus (~$10/person, cheaper for groups!). Book via Google "Townsville Airport Shuttle" (or call last-minute 📞). 🏡 Hostel Review #1: Civic Guest House Backpackers 📍 *Central location, spacious 4-bed dorms* ✔️ Big fridge (quiet + handy for long stays). ✔️ Great if you need flexible booking. 👯♀️ Hostel Review #2: Flinders St. Backpackers (Female Only) 🔐 *Password entry, check-in after 2 PM* 👍 Pros: Women-only = clean & cozy (no "boy smells" 👃✨). Huge empty fridge (meal-prep heaven!). Weekly discounts (~$5/night off!). 👎 Cons: NO ELEVATOR (3-floor climb! 💀 I yeeted my luggage 🧳). 8-bed dorms face noisy street (late-night motorbikes 🏍️). #WHVAustralia #TownsvilleTips #BudgetTravel #HostelLife #RegionalWorkVisa