10 things to see and do that must not be missed on your holiday to Australia include:
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1. Sydney Harbour, New South Wales
Applauded as one of the most exciting and innovative buildings of
the modern era, the dramatic Sydney Opera House is Sydney’s premier venue for
the performing arts. Climb to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge to see the
city from a different perspective.
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2. Great Ocean Road, Victoria
2. Great Ocean Road, Victoria
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3. Kangaroo Island, South Australia
Located just 112 km southwest of Adelaide, Kangaroo Island is easily accessible by air and water and is known for its wildlife and pristine beaches. Discover the Remarkable Rocks, sculpted by the wind and wild seas over hundreds of millions of years. Sleep under the stars or spoil yourself at Southern Ocean Lodge, one of Australia’s most prestigious wilderness retreats.
Located just 112 km southwest of Adelaide, Kangaroo Island is easily accessible by air and water and is known for its wildlife and pristine beaches. Discover the Remarkable Rocks, sculpted by the wind and wild seas over hundreds of millions of years. Sleep under the stars or spoil yourself at Southern Ocean Lodge, one of Australia’s most prestigious wilderness retreats.
4. Great Barrier Reef, Queensland
Considered one of the wonders of the natural world, the Great Barrier Reef is a rich tapestry of coral reefs, islands and cays. Described as the tropical rainforest of the ocean, this intricate living environment of extraordinary marine diversity is the world’s largest coral reef system, so large that it can be seen from space. One can explore the reef by taking a private helicopter or plane ride or indulging in water activities like diving, snorkeling etc.
Considered one of the wonders of the natural world, the Great Barrier Reef is a rich tapestry of coral reefs, islands and cays. Described as the tropical rainforest of the ocean, this intricate living environment of extraordinary marine diversity is the world’s largest coral reef system, so large that it can be seen from space. One can explore the reef by taking a private helicopter or plane ride or indulging in water activities like diving, snorkeling etc.
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5. Uluru, Northern Territory
One of Australia's most iconic symbols of the outback environment is World Heritage-listed Uluru. A perfect way to wind down after an amazing day of discovery is the Sounds of Silence where you dine on an authentically Aussie BBQ under the sparkling stars of the desert night sky.
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One of Australia's most iconic symbols of the outback environment is World Heritage-listed Uluru. A perfect way to wind down after an amazing day of discovery is the Sounds of Silence where you dine on an authentically Aussie BBQ under the sparkling stars of the desert night sky.
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6. Gold Coast, Queensland
Choose from one of the many action-packed attractions on the Gold
Coast that are suitable for children and adults of all ages. Favourites such as
Dreamworld, Wet ‘n’ Wild, Warner Bros. Movie World and White Water World make
for a fun day out. Visit the world- famous Surfers Paradise beach and try your
hand at surfing with learn-to surf classes.
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7. Wine Glass Bay, Tasmania
Rugged pink granite mountains, dazzling white sand beaches and
sapphire blue waters define the Freycinet Peninsula on Tasmania’s east coast.
Consistently rated among the top 10 beaches in the world, Wineglass Bay,
shaped, as the name suggests, like a wineglass, is one of Tasmania’s most
iconic destinations.
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8. Food and Wine in Australia
Food in Australia has an influence of global flavors including Indigenous, Japanese, Thai, Greek, Lebanese, Vietnamese, Indian, Chinese or French cuisine. Australia’s wine regions including Barossa Valley in South Australia, Hunter Valley in New South Wales and Yarra Valley in Melbourne are well known for their laidback atmosphere, world class wines, fresh produce and fine food.
Food in Australia has an influence of global flavors including Indigenous, Japanese, Thai, Greek, Lebanese, Vietnamese, Indian, Chinese or French cuisine. Australia’s wine regions including Barossa Valley in South Australia, Hunter Valley in New South Wales and Yarra Valley in Melbourne are well known for their laidback atmosphere, world class wines, fresh produce and fine food.
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9. Phillip Island, Victoria
Phillip Island is the home of one of Australia’s most popular natural wildlife attraction – the iconic Penguin Parade, along with the Koala Conservation Centre, A Maze’N Things, Panny’s Chocolate Factory and the International Motorcycle Grand Prix circuit. A wildlife cruise will put you right amongst the 16,000 or so fur seals that make their home at the appropriately named Seal Rocks. Clean safe beaches and native wildlife galore is what makes Phillip Island an Australian icon.
Phillip Island is the home of one of Australia’s most popular natural wildlife attraction – the iconic Penguin Parade, along with the Koala Conservation Centre, A Maze’N Things, Panny’s Chocolate Factory and the International Motorcycle Grand Prix circuit. A wildlife cruise will put you right amongst the 16,000 or so fur seals that make their home at the appropriately named Seal Rocks. Clean safe beaches and native wildlife galore is what makes Phillip Island an Australian icon.
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10. Cricket Arenas in Australia
Cricket is one of Australia’s best loved sporting
pastimes. Ardent followers of the game can visit some of the most well known
cricket arenas in the world including the Sydney Cricket Ground and the
Melbourne Cricket Ground & National Sports Museum, both of which offer
tours of the facilities for visitors. Another must visit for cricket fans is
the International Cricket Hall of Fame in Bowral, Sir Donald Bradman’s home
town, located less than ninety minutes away from Sydney.
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