The Best Holiday Spectacles Australia Has To Offer

Australia has some of the best, world-renowned tourist locations on the planet, so choosing the right spot for your next holiday may seem like a simple choice, but with so many to choose from, let’s look at some of the most popular in terms of culture, attractions, natural wonders and just plain fun. The south and south east of the country has some of the best tourist locations, but with the country being so incredibly huge, you will have to come back again and again to enjoy the very best of what Australia has to offer.

1. The Great Barrier Reef

 

World-renowned as the largest biological reef on the planet, the Great Barrier Reef is one of the world’s true natural wonders. Hosting an impressive array of marine life stretching over its 2,300 kilometres, this world heritage site is a wonder to behold, whether scuba diving, pleasure cruising or simply enjoying the beaches that surround this marvel.

With its warm, pristine waters, diving plays a huge part in tourism in this part of the country. Many different diving schools are available to get your feet wet and start enjoying the natural wonder that the hundreds of individual reefs have to offer. Every type of activity is accounted for, with single day trips, longer cruises and even super yachts to enjoy you’re once in a lifetime holiday experience on the reef.

2. The Great Ocean Road

 

The impressive Great Ocean Road is one of the most stunning drives in the world. Taking you along a meandering 244 kilometres of stunning scenery that includes pristine beaches and sea roads, mountainous passes, and even rainforests along its route, the diversity of scenery is sure to impress.

Scattered along the winding road are many towns and villages that offer delicious restaurants, popular shopping locations and even Great Ocean Road accommodation and luxury spa and vacation resorts such like the White Crest resorts. The Great Ocean Road is a great destination for those with a little more adventure in their vacations, with a number of natural parks, forests and beaches to enjoy, with activities such as water skiing, whale watching and off-road adventure holidays.

3. Namadgi National Park

 

This national parks sets itself apart from what you might find elsewhere due to its history of being one of the best places to see the indigenous history of the true Australian culture. Located south of Canberra, the Namadgi National Park is part of the Australian Alps which is a stunning collection of impressive granite mountains and covers a wide expanse of habitat including grassy plains, snow gum forests as well as alpine meadows.

The national park includes wildlife as diverse as Wombats, Eastern Grey Kangaroos as well as Wallabies and Rosellas . This beautifully diverse national park is a great tourist location and offers an amazing opportunity to those who enjoy the wilder side of life.

4. The Red Centre

 

The Red Centre is a large expanse of Australia in the Northern Territory that includes Alice Springs and many other smaller towns and villages. This part of the country is known worldwide as the true Australian outback and is known for its rich red soil and desserts.

The Red Centre is a vast area of land that needs a longer vacation to fully explore and enjoy, with Uluru or Ayres Rock being the magnificent jewel in the crown for explorers and adventure holiday makers looking to breathe in some of the indigenous culture that the country has to offer. Rugged beauty and mountainous regions can be enjoyed by going on camel rides, kayaking and classic trail walks for those with a penchant for the outback life.

5. The Tasmanian Wilderness

 

Tasmania is home to the largest conservation expanses in Australia, covering a gigantic 15,800 square kilometers of outdoors, mountain regions and temperate wilderness. Whilst the island is perfect for those who love walking and hiking trails in some of the most stunning scenery in the country, in the modern era, Tasmania has become a tourist attraction due to its many museums, restaurants, vacation settings, hotels, spas and camping sites.

Tasmanian devil spotting is another popular tourist activity, whilst taking in the pristine beaches and sea life is another attraction that you would be sorry to miss out on. Enjoy all of the trappings of luxury lifestyle with the shopping and dining activities to fully take in this beautiful island with a culture of its own.

Whatever your destination is in Australia, be sure to take in the indigenous culture. Trek the outback, enjoy an opportunity in star-gazing under some of the clearest skies on the planet and take advantage of the shopping and dining experiences around the country for a truly unforgettable experience in Australia.

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