It’s a treasure island. Australia is blessed with incredible destinations, unspoilt natural wonders and abundant cultural experiences.
So whether you’re planning a short holiday or a year-long road trip, these 10 destinations will inspire you for your next Australian getaway.
1. Melbourne’s laneways
Melbourne’s laneways are packed with hidden treasures. Wander through tiny streets and discover hidden bars, music venues, world-class restaurants, cafés and street art.
2. Sydney Harbour
Sydney Harbour is Australia’s busty blonde. Stunningly beautiful, it’s best seen from the water. So take a harbour ferry and visit beautiful beaches and cultural masterpieces like the Sydney Opera House.
3. The Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), Hobart
A couple of years ago, MONA burst onto the art scene to become the best art gallery in Australia. It’s unmissable for anyone who cares about art. You’ll also have the opportunity to stay in Hobart and explore the surrounding coastline and mountains. Tasmania boasts unspoilt, green wilderness, on the edge of civilization.
4. Fraser Island
Fraser Island offers luxury tourism on the edge of paradise. See the whitest sand and the clearest blue water, and swim in freshwater rivers and lakes. With direct flights now available to Hervey Bay, it’s easily accessible.
5. The Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world’s greatest treasures. Visit the Whitsundays and enjoy fabulous resorts, scuba diving, snorkeling and some of the best beaches in the world. Swim with incredible marine life, relax on a beach paradise, and travel through the islands by boat.
6. Northern Territory (NT)
The NT offers some of the wildest places on earth. Explore incredible national parks, like Kakadu, and see incredible wildlife like crocodiles and brolgas. Enjoy unspoilt natural vistas and beautiful waterfalls and rivers. Or head into Australia’s red heart and visit the big red rock: Uluru.
7. Great Ocean Road
Slow down on the Great Ocean Road and experience one of the most beautiful drives in the world. Wind along the stunning coastline and visit beautiful beaches. Towns like Apollo Bay offer excellent cafés and B&Bs, with tree-lined streets and great surfing.
8. Australia’s Southwest
One of Australia’s more remote treasures, the Southwest offers luxury wining and dining. Explore world-famous wine regions like Margaret River and enjoy amazing surf beaches and ancient forests.
9. Tasmania’s forests
Tasmania is the greenest corner of Australia. Hike through giant old forests, like the Tarkine and Cradle Mountains. Costal parks like Bay of Fires and Freycinet also offer stunning beaches and mountain views.
10. NSW’s East Coast
The East Coast offers one of the best road trips in the world. Visit beach after beach, explore waterfalls and forests, and stay at iconic pubs. This is Australian culture at its most laid back! This trip often starts in Sydney and ends in Byron Bay, visiting cities like Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie along the way. Come and see it for yourself.
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