Tasmania’s state capital is the second oldest in Australia and began life at the start of the 19th century as a penal colony. Some of Australia’s oldest institutions are based in Hobart, and there are exciting remnants from Australia’s earliest days, at a UNESCO-listed female workhouse and a historic penitentiary. Around the harbour and the …
Australia is a country that is as diverse as it is vast. From north to south and east to west, you can discover ever-changing landscapes but always spectacular scenery. The scale of Australia is hard to comprehend and every destination has its own unique sights to see and attractions to experience. You can rest assured …
An Australian friend once told me that iconic Foster’s Lager wasn’t even brewed in Australia, and that Aussie’s didn’t drink it. I felt like the Australia I thought I knew didn’t exist. After all, if you can’t believe in a guy named Crocodile Dundee, what can you believe? Despite all that, Australia is still the …
Cairns is perfectly situated on the eastern coastline of Australia, far up in the north of Queensland, overlooking the colourful marine world of the Great Barrier Reef and the tropical climes of the Daintree Rainforest. The city is the largest at the top end of the state, and it’s the perfect base from which to …
When a study by the University of Sydney wanted to identify the number of beaches in Australia, it took on quite a task. The definition of a beach that the study used was any stretch of beach more than 20 meters long that stayed dry at high tide. It concluded that there were over 10,500 …
Found on the south coast of Australia, Melbourne is the country’s second largest city. For those who live there and for many who visit, it’s the best city in the country. Consistently rated as having the highest living standards in the world, Melbourne is a favorite place to visit for anyone traveling the east coast …
Sydney is one of the most iconic cities on earth. Home to some of the most famous buildings in the world, and one of the most famous beaches too, Sydney is a must-visit destination – once in every lifetime at least. As one of the largest cities in Australia, Sydney is a buzzing metropolis, home …
Sydney has long been one of Australia’s most iconic cities and many would argue its merit as the nation’s cultural capital is thanks to instantly recognisable sights like the beautiful Sydney Opera House. However, a trip here also means a world of possibilities outside the city limits and you’ll be hard pressed to find a …
Cairns is a thriving tourist hotspot in Tropical North Queensland, hugely popular with tourists from all over the world. The city boasts mild winters, gorgeous beaches, stunning scenery, great nightlife and plenty of fun things to see and do. If you’re visiting Queensland, Cairns is a must! Lets explore the best things to do in …
Nestled in the far north of the Northern Territory (NT), Darwin is literally a tropical paradise: it’s the only Australian state capital with a tropical climate, making it a perfect getaway spot for travellers from cities like Sydney and Melbourne to escape from the chill and enjoy an average winter temperature of 30°C (that said, …