Preserving Australia’s Gifts to the World
What makes Australia one of the top 10 tourism hot spots? Many whom have been there will tell you that the wildlife was the reason for their choice in destination. Travel Agencies are covered in posters or brochures calling out the Crocodile Dun Dee in all of us. With such a vast species of wildlife in Australia, the largest group called the marsupials claims most of land. This wondrous group of animals includes the wombats, wallabies, Tasmanian devils, as well as the beloved Kangaroos and Koalas. Those young and young at heart always seem to enjoy the ever popular marsupials ...
I Spy in the Great Outback!
There is much to be expected if you plan to make a trip to the great Outback. You are surely bound to discover a huge array of astonishing surprises. Many of these surprises are quite hard to miss because of their size. Even from a distance these big things make an appearance. There is a collection of ordinary objects that were built in gigantic scales making them easy to find. This collection is called The Big Things in Australia. They are usually located in quaint little towns here and there all over Australia and with their gracious size, they should ...
Fun Facts About Australia
Before you pack those bags and head out for your Australian getaway, take a minute to learn about these fun facts that you are sure to find handy on your memorable vacation. These fun facts are sure to be a hoot that I bet you didn’t know about. So, it’s time to clear your throat and polish up on your Australian accent mate! There is an array of exotic delicacies to choose from when in Australia. From basic pancakes served during dinner to a meal called the “bush-tucker”. Beware; this dish includes kangaroo, turkey and lizard meat which are popular ...
Outdoors & The Outback
Australia’s Fantastic Outback
If there were ever one area of a country that ignited a passion and fierce pride in the majority of that country’s citizens, no matter where they live, it is the Outback of Australia. Arid and unforgiving, it speaks to people like no other place on...
Australian Best Surfing Spots
Great surf in the coastal waters around the world attracts surfers like iron filings to a magnet. Each surfer is seeking that perfect wave. That one wave that they can ride forever. The coasts of Australia produce some of the best surf in the world. Many...
Kangaroo Island
Just 110 km up the coast from Adelaide, the third largest island in Australia sits 16km off of the shore. Kangaroo Island is an incredible world away from the mainland and can’t be fully enjoyed in a day or two. Exploring this treasure with its 26 designated...
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Watarrka National Park
The magnificent Watarrka National Park lies about 323kms southwest of Alice Springs. Home to Kings Canyon and George Gill Range western edge, this park is often referred to as Kings Canyon. The name comes from the Luritjja word for the umbrella tree that...
Port Douglas – don’t leave without a fishing adventure!
You’re guaranteed to catch a fish at Port Douglas – just as you’re guaranteed to get seasick on a game fishing boat. This is unquestionably one of the best sport and game fishing locations on the planet. Port Douglas is nestled between the Daintree...
Coober Pedy
From 1915, when the first opal was discovered, until the present; the tiny Outback town of Cooder Pedy has been famous for its high quality opals and has become a tourist destination. You will be utterly amazed at the amount of interesting things there...
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Taronga Zoo
Just 12 minutes across the Sydney Harbour from Circular Quay is the Sydney’s amazing Taronga Zoo. Open every day throughout the year, this is a must see attraction for visitors to Sydney. For those that choose to drive, the parking lot is off of Bradleys Head Road and costs $15 AUD. One of the largest zoos of its type in the world, the Sydney Taronga... [Read more of this review]
Sydney Aquarium
Sitting on the edge of Darling Harbour, one of the world’s largest aquariums opened to the public in 1988. With more than 650 species represented in the Sydney Aquarium, this fascinating aquatic world has fast captured the imagination of more than half of the visitors to Sydney. The tunnels of acrylic glass give you the feeling of being below the... [Read more of this review]
Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Inland from Sydney at Dubbo and set on over 300 ha, the Taronga Western Plains Zoo will capture your heart with its incredible displays of creatures in their natural habitat areas. With a myriad of native creatures; as well as creatures from Africa, Asia, and South America; this zoo will entrance you. A wide variety of educational programs are offered... [Read more of this review]
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