Australia Vacations Idea #1:
Share your vacation with wallabies, goannas, koalas, kangaroos, echidnas, dolphins, sea lions, penguins, fur seals, eagles, whales and ospreys on
Kangaroo Island. Located off the coast near Adelaide, this is a unique unspoiled wonder. There is an abundance of wildlife and flora. The island is noted for its excellent camping, fishing, scuba diving, and surfing.
Australia Vacations Idea #2:
Create a getaway underground at
Coober Pedy in South Australia. Also known as the
"Opal Capital of the World", this town is truly a unique place. You can stay at the underground accommodations of
The Desert Cave Hotel.
There are many other interesting things underground such as Crocodile Harry's Underground Nest, an underground bar, Fayes Underground Home, Old Timers Mine, several churches, The Underground Book, an art gallery, pottery shop and more. Up top you can golf at Coober Pedy Opal Fields Golf Club, voted one of the top 10 most unique courses in the world.
Vacation Ideas in Australia #3:
Here is a vacation spot in Australia that is not for the faint of heart.
Bridgeclimb will take you on a tour of the
Syndney Harbor Bridge that has you climbing 440 feet to the top of the world's largest steel-arch bridge. The tours can be done at dawn, daytime, twighlight or at night. Conquer your fears and gain a tremendous sense of achievement. This exciting vacation idea is the premier Sydney tourist attraction and millions of people have done it. It will certainly be an experience that you will remember for a lifetime.
Australia Vacations Idea #4:
The Barossa Valley in South Australia, is known for its wine vineyards, tiny villages, and wildlife sanctuaries. Take a drive out into the Adelaide Hills for the biennial
Barossa Vintage Festival. Tour the local vineyards. Walk the countryside on
The Heysen Walking Trail or bicycle on
The Mawson Cycling Trail.
Vacation Ideas in Australia #5:
Mackay is Queensland's laid-back tropical city along the Pioneer River. It boasts clean un-crowded beaches, perfect for your Australia vacations. The nearby islands of Brampton, Lindeman and Whitsunday offer offshore cruise opportunities.
Artspace Mackay is the region's central art gallery and museum located downtown.
The Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens has a climate-modified, three-dimensional garden and a picturesque landscape overlooking an extensive lagoon. Regular snorkeling, diving, and reef fishing tours depart from the Mackay Marina.
Australia Vacations Idea #6:
June and July is the best time to visit
Wilson Island in Australia. This tiny coral cay sits out in the Great Barrier Reef off Queensland. You stay “outdoors” in permanent tents. The crystal clear waters provide a perfect opportunity to enjoy the amazing variety of marine life. The island is also a breeding ground for birds and rare turtles.
Australia Vacations Idea #7:
The Sydney Opera House is considered by many people to be one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. This is the biggest tour spot in Sydney, Australia. It’s worth a trip to Australia just so you can experience one of the
Wonders of the World. You don’t even have to like opera as most visitors do not attend a performance. It is visually stunning with its distinctive white shell-shaped design. The building is takes up over 4 acres and houses numerous performance halls and restaurants.
Vacation Ideas in Australia #8:
Since the 1960’s
Byron Bay, Australia has drawn people seeking alternative lifestyles. Today it is also a popular vacation destination located some 100 miles or so south of Brisbane. Besides the excellent beaches and seaside activities, Byron Bay offers visitors a variety of cultural attractions such as music festivals, potteries, galleries, craft shops, and funky cafés. At the
Buddha Gardens Balinese Day Spa you can rebalance your spirit, mind and body in the peaceful atmosphere of a Balinese tropical spa retreat.
For more information on Byron Bay beaches and why they make an excellent Australian vacation spot, take a look at this Byron Bay Beaches website.
Australia Vacations Idea #9:
Sydney is a top Australia vacation spot and the
Sydney Harbor Bridge is a top tourist attraction. It spans Sydney Harbor with eight car lanes, two railway lines, a bike lane and a pedestrian lane making it the world's largest single-arch bridge. It's a beautiful steel arch marvel that the locals call
"The Coathanger".
The Sydney Opera House can arrange for a guided tour. The best way to enjoy the views is to actually walk the bridge. It's a half hour trip one way and you can use the ferry or CityRail for your return trip. The more adventurous will want to take the 3 hour climb to the 440 foot high main bridge arch. Now there's a view you will never forget!
Australia Vacations Idea #10:
The best place to see the famous Australian koalas and kangaroos is Flinders Chase National Park which is on the west end of
Kangaroo Island. The island is across the strait from Adelaide and besides the kangaroos and koalas there are plenty of sea lions, New Zealand fur seals, bush-tailed possums and wallabies. You can sign up for a guided tour at Seal Bay Conservation Park or Lathami Conservation Park, both are on Kangaroo island. This is a wonderful Australia vacation idea that will provide evryone in the family the opportunity to see the best Australian native wildlife.
Australian Adventure Vacation Idea #11:
The Australian Outback is a great vacation idea and it's the home of
Ayers Rock, one of the largest sandstone monoliths in the world. It's also Australia's most famous natural landmark. Although you will be in the middle of a desert you can enjoy it all in style by staying at the
Longtitude 131 Lodge Ayers RocK. They have tents that sit on an isolated sand dune close to the border of the World Heritage listed
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. It's a tent in name only though. These are private luxury accomodations that are the perfect base for exploring the wonderful natural beauty of
Australia's Red Centre.
Australia Vacations Idea #12:
A boat tour of Sydney Harbor is a great Australia vacation idea. There are more than a dozen companies that offer cruises and tours of these beautiful and famous waters and there are a variety of options for you. One way to go is to take a leisurely trip on a sail boat. Or you can take a fishing cruise or a whale watching tour. Fairy penguins, seals and dolphins are a few of the marine animals you will see.
Another fun way to enjoy the harbor is a romantic day or evening gondola ride. You can also go on a full afternoon or sunset cruise and many companies offer the comfort and amenities of a luxury yacht. Whichever way you go, a Sydney Harbor Boat Tour is a lot of fun.
Australia Vacations Idea #13:
Vacationing in Melourne, Australia? Get a bird's eye, 360-degree view of the city from
The Eureka Skydeck, the highest observation platform in the southern hemisphere. If you feel daring while you are up there, check out
The Edge. You go into a box made of frosted glass which protrudes out the side of the building. The frosted glass gives you a sense of security and then suddenly the frost disappears and there's nothing but a clear sheet of glass between you and the street 88 floors below. Not for the feint of heart.
Australia Vacations Idea #14:
Mungo National Park is an Australian
World Heritage Site in southeast New South Wales. This harsh, dry 965-square-mile area contains the archeological site where some of the oldest human remains (possibly 30,000 to 60,000 years old) were discovered back in 1968. The park is a stark yet beautiful landscape that holds the secrets to our past. The local aborigines run a tour company,
Harry Nanya Tours. Their Paakantyi tour guides will help you explore the park and learn about the geology, the climate and the aboriginal people. Lodging can be found at Doug & Merryns Four Star Motel, the Mungo Lodge or the Quality Hotel Mildura Grand.
