As a vacation destination, Australia has a wide variety of different places to visit. From beach vacations to rural retreats, luxury island resorts, and the great interior, you are sure to find the perfect vacation for your needs. Enjoy first-class accommodation, no matter your budget and taste, visit incredible tourist places and incredible natural wonders. Whatever you are looking for, you are sure to find it.
Fraser Island
The largest sand island in the world, Fraser Island is a journey back to nature. Accessible only by ferry, you will need a four wheel drive if you plan to drive on the island. Go camping, fishing, hiking and swimming, and enjoy the rainforest, streams and lakes, and the largest sand dunes in the world. There is a wide range of accommodations available for all budgets, with a five-star resort, self-contained cabins, and camping grounds.
Tropical North Queensland
Stay along the coast in far north Queensland, from Mackay to Cape York at the tip of Australia. Known for being the place where the rainforest meets the reef, it is a beautiful part of Australia with so much to see and do. Take a trip to the reef and go scuba diving or snorkeling, and visit one of the islands. Drive through the Daintree Rainforest and experience the diverse range of plants and animals in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a cruise on the Daintree River and see huge crocodiles on the riverbank. Visit the Cairns Zoo, go shoreline fishing, visit one of the many national parks, and stay in accommodation to suit your budget and needs, whether you’re just passing through or vacationing with the family.
Sydney
Sydney is a fantastic city to visit with so much to offer tourists. With spectacular views of the harbor at every corner, there are plenty of downtown hotels, apartments, and backpackers’ hostels to choose from. Visit the Opera House, climb Harbor Bridge and Sydney Tower, visit Taroonga Zoo and iconic Bondi Beach. Take a ferry ride around the harbor or take a day trip to Manly and enjoy lunch on the beach. The Botanical Gardens are worth a visit and in warmer months you can enjoy the Moonlight Cinema, although be sure to book in advance as it is extremely popular.
Tasmania
Tasmania, the largest island off the mainland coast, is a fantastic vacation spot as you can easily travel the entire island and see a lot in a fairly short amount of time. The capital city of Hobart is a historic city, rich in convict history and beautiful old buildings. Visit Australia’s oldest brewery, travel to Port Arthur, a former prisoner jail, and take in the views from the top of Mount Wellington. Stay in bed and breakfasts and enjoy the rural aspect of Tasmania or, for a great family vacation, rent a motorhome and explore the island, stopping whenever you find something of interest.
