This vast amazing, vast, continent requires a car and plenty
of time to see all the amazing natural sites and great cities.
Too right mate, grab a ‘tinny’ and go walkabout
through the outback.
Queensland boast some of the world’s most spectacular
coastline, paralleled by the remarkable, 2000km long Great
Barrier reef. Cairns, in the far north, is the
most popular launching point for diving and exploring the
fantastic Cape Tribulation and Daintree
forests. Other highlights include the incredibly beautiful
Whitsunday islands, pristine forests of
Fraser Island (World Heritage site), the
lovely Sunshine Coast and the lively Gold Coast, Brisbane
is a modern, pleasant city situated in the South.
The main attraction of the Northern Territories
is the remarkable Uluru (Ayer’s rock)
and nearby Kata Tjuta (Olgas). Alice
Springs and its strong Aboriginal character are
unusual and Kakadu national park, near
Darwin, is one of the country’s finest.
Western Australia is a bit out the way and vast, but Margaret
River, the Karri forests, Monkey Mia, Bungle Bungles,
stromatolites and Kimberleys are all worth the drive.
Perth is a vibrant, relatively new and more laid
back.
Also somewhat remote, Adelaide is a pleasant,
unhurried city, which attracts visitors to the Barossa
valley vineyards and Kangaroo Island
nature reserve.
Hobart is Australia’s second oldest
city, sited among lovely mountains with a lively waterfront.
Tasmania is a spectacular wilderness, including
the World Heritage sites of Walls of Jerusalem national
park and Cradle Mountain – Lake St Claire national
parks, along with historic Port Arthur and the sweeping
beauty of Wineglass bay.
Wherever you go, the welcoming, easy-going Aussies, ubiquitous
‘bush’, endless sunshine and beaches, and unique
culture makes it worth the trip.
