Australian Holidays

So, you are thinking about taking an Australian vacation or holiday?

Australia is a fantastic country offering something for everyone. It has plenty of sunshine, amazing beaches, an outback landscape that is stunning and of course some great cities and the Great Barrier Reef.

Australian holidays can be anything you want them to be. But make sure you do some careful planning. Don't underestimate the size of Australia which makes getting around difficult if you rely solely on a car or campervan. You will need to combine it with some air travel.

Take some advice from a local who has been there, seen it and done it! Plan your trip in sync with the Australian Weather. The good news is that it doesn't matter when you travel, there is always somewhere in Australia that is hot (or cold!)

If you like the sunshine, then most of Australia is hot from October to March. For most Australian destinations, this is the best time to to visit.

The top end of Australia (just north of Cairns and Broome and below) has two seasons - the wet and dry. The dry season is the time in which you want to go. It is simply not a good idea to drive in the wet as the roads and tourist attractions are often closed because of flooding. There is one exception to this though. They should not be taken off the Great Barrier Reef. It could be a bit 'of rain could on the way to the reef and the boat ride a bit' rocky, but in any case it is worthit.

If the usual tourist trail of the East coast isn't really floating your boat, then head to the top end of Australia. Here you can experience some fantastic outback adventures and appreciate the stunning scenery and bird life in the nearby national parks of Kakadu and Litchfield. This area is steeped in traditional aboriginal culture -a must see area if you want to get to know the aboriginal Australia.

Australia holidays need at least 3 weeks to be enjoyed. Anything shorter will feel very rushed. Perhaps you are one of the lucky ones and have a few months to explore Australia. If so, Australia has heaps to on offer.

However long you have, try to incorporate an outback experience, at least one city and some beach/coast. That way, you will get a real feel for what Australia is all about.

I personally recommend the following places, especially if this is your first time here. Yes, some of them are very touristy but you can't come to Oz and not do them.

Sydney - There's more to it that the bridge and opera, but they are very impressive and worth a visit.
Melbourne - a complete contrast to Sydney, good shopping and exploring its narrow streets.

Ayers Rock - a unique experience of indigenous peoples - and mental!

Kangaroo Island - the place to see animals in their natural environment

Jervis Bay - Amazing beaches. If you thinkparadise.

The Barrier Reef - Come and see the fishes and maybe even learn to dive.

Come on - what are you waiting for!