Travelers to Australia have called the continent the ‘most beautiful place in the world’ and when you start to look at pictures from a variety of destinations, you can start to see why.
Australia is a land that is diverse in geographic and natural wonders, including a wide variety of unique animal species that have evolved almost uninterrupted on the isolated continent. It is an opportunity to not only explore the beautiful biodiversity of Australia but also to immerse you in rich colonial history and cultural dynamics.
The Rich History
Australia was first settled over 40,000 years ago with the immigration of Aboriginal people from Asia. At one time it was possible to walk from Australia to Asia, but as the sea levels rose the continent became isolated from other land areas. The people developed into Aboriginal tribes and hunter/gatherer cultures developed that were closely tied to nature. There are still communities of Aboriginals there now.
After Chinese and Dutch traders evaluated its potential and resources, the infamous Captain James Cook charted the east coast and claimed it for England when he landed on an area he called Botany Bay. Britain used Australia as a penal colony and shipped it’s criminals to serve time on the difficult land. In 1901 the continent earned its right to be self governing and has been its own Nation since then.
What to See and Do
Depending on your taste for adventure or luxurious relaxation, there is no limit to the amount of entertainment you can find on a vacation to Australia. Many people find the rugged terrain and incredible geographical diversity to be a great reason to take outdoor safari type tours and experience the land and the creatures up close. For other people in the major cities along the Australian coasts there are a number of spa and relaxing all inclusive beach resort accommodations.
No matter how you decide to spend your time in Australia, you are bound to find some amazing adventure and memorable opportunities that you would not find at any other vacation destination. Take the time to build your custom itinerary before you depart. We put together a few ideas to get you started:
(1) Cowboy adventure Aussie style in the Snowy Mountains
(2) New South Wales tours such as visits to the Blue Mountains
(3) Take a Paddle-Steam boat up the Murray River and get a slow cruise view.
(4) Visit Australia’s tallest residential building “Surfers Paradise” and enjoy the beautiful spa.
(5) Swim with the Whale Sharks at Ningaloo
(6) Sleep with the animals at Sydney Zoo
Traveling to Australia can be affordable, fun and convenient. Simply remember to book early to get your discount flights and ask for advice on making your vacation stick to your budget. With a little creativity and advanced planning, it will and you will have a lifetime of memories in store.
