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So, Brexit is happening - what does this mean for Aussie travellers?

Friday, 24 June 2016 has etched its way into the history books as the day Britain (a little over half of it) decided to part ways with its European neighbours.

Friday, 24 June 2016 has etched its way into the history books as the day Britain (a little over half of it) decided to part ways with its European neighbours.

Today, around 51.8 percent of Brits voted in favour of leaving the European Union, making it the first major country to leave the group since its formation 23 years ago.

Thousands of Brits have taken to social media to express their enthusiasm, fear and anger, while some have even publicly announced their decision to pack up and leave the soon-to-be solo country for Australia.

Onya mate!

A few social media users are so angry they’re calling for David Cameron’s (Britain’s Prime Minister) resignation, while Martin Schulz, the President of the European Parliament, is trying to remain positive, saying he doesn’t “believe other countries will be encouraged to follow that dangerous path”.

“I am not shocked. We were prepared.”

Martin Schulz, European Parliament President

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Image: Express.co.uk

On the financial side, the decision has already had negative effects on both the British pound and the Australian dollar.

The controversial vote sent the sterling plummeting to new lows, with a 10 percent fall against the US dollar – the lowest its been in 31 years.

The Australian dollar also took a hit, falling to 73.37 cents – a massive dip from the 76.06 it opened up with earlier today. That’s bad news for local tourists planning a trip to the US in the coming weeks.

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Brexit also raises a question about how this will impact young Aussies taking a ‘gap year’ in Britain, who traditionally base themselves out of London before travelling around Europe. Will they be able to travel so freely in the future?

A smaller (and slightly annoying) impact for Aussie travellers may be those pesky roaming charges. Currently, one European sim card is enough for international travellers to use anywhere within the European Union. Once, Britain ‘exits’ there’s a chance that connectivity will be lost.

How else do you think the decision will impact Aussie travellers?