Although the whole of Sydney has its share of great entertainment, there isn’t anywhere else quite like Darling Harbour if you’re looking for both day and evening attractions in a very convenient location. Darling Harbour is just outside Sydney’s Central Business District (CBD) and is easily accessible by train, monorail or light rail, or for [...]

Surf and Sun destinations tend to get most of the press when it comes to Australian vacationing. That’s a shame, because there are plenty of places that offer more variety. One of the finest examples is the small town of Bright, located about 300 miles northeast of Melbourne. There’s enough here to keep you busy [...]

If your family has been searching for a vacation that will mix facts with fun, look no further than Victor Harbor, South Australia. Located approximately 80 KMs south of Adelaide, this oceanic oasis offers an environment so interesting and engaging that your children won’t even realize they’re learning! Of course, when they finally figure it [...]

If you’re looking for a great place to take the whole family, consider Margaret River for your next vacation. You could easily spend weeks taking advantage of everything the area has to offer. Best of all, there’s something for everyone, young and old. The town itself is only 280 kilometers south of Perth, so it’s [...]

As a destination for a peaceful weekend, the Dandenongs really can’t be beat. Only about an hour outside of Melbourne and easily accessible by bus and train, there’s nothing stopping you from coming out here on a whim. Indeed, the only thing you might have to worry about is securing accommodation: the small, roadside cottages [...]

Being situated so close to Sydney, and easily accessible by both car and train, the Blue Mountains present the ideal opportunity for a romantic weekend getaway. And, as they’re so easy to get to it’s no surprise that the Blue Mountains are popular with both Sydneysiders and visitors to Sydney who want to get out [...]

Melbourne, Australia’s second largest city, is often said to have ‘four seasons in one day’, and whilst this doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll get real extremes of weather you do need to be prepared for a change in weather conditions. After all, there’s nothing worse than having to put up with rain and not knowing where [...]

If you’re visiting New South Wales, your trip won’t be complete without a stop in Dubbo. In fact, you’re unlikely to miss it! Dubbo is widely considered to be the crossroads of NSW. The town lies in the middle of the major centers of population. From here, you can drive north to Brisbane, east to [...]

Coolangatta is situated right above the border between Queensland and New South Wales. Visitors can go and take photos at the state’s border between Coolangatta and Tweed Heads (NSW). Warning: time differences will change if you decide to stay at a Tweed Heads restaurant/motel for a while in between your visit to the Gold Coast [...]

Mermaid Beach is a quieter alternative to Surfers Paradise of even Broadbeach (though technically ‘next door’). There are some developments in the area, however, and the buzz is that it is soon to see a boom in high-rises. The reputable Pacific Fair Shopping Centre is right on Hooker Boulevard in the neighbouring Broadbeach area. Here [...]

Burleigh Heads is home to the Billabong surf company, and though company tours are not available, there is a nearby factory outlet with plenty of bargains. The beach itself in the Burleigh area is host to some of Australia’s most exciting surfing competitions such as the Quicksilver Surf Pro Tournament. Waves are high and winds [...]

Main Beach is located north of Surfers Paradise and many attractions may be easily reached via bus or car. Home to Gold Coast’s Palazzo Versace, as well as Sea World Nara Resort, Sheraton hotel, Marina Mirage, Australia Fair Shopping Centre and many more attractions, here’s a list of the top 5 things you must do [...]

The Sunshine Coast is situated 100 kilometres north of Brisbane city in Queensland. It has a populous of almost 3 million locals and 50,000 visitors each year. It is made up of three major areas, Noosa, Maroochy and Caloundra. The most famous of the Sunshine Coast’s natural wonders is the Glass House Mountains, first sighted [...]

Gold Coast is the second most populous city in Queensland, and is one of the major tourist destinations in Australia (both locally and internationally). Home to Warner Brothers’ Movie World and movie studios, Wet ‘n’ Wild water park, Sea World, Dreamworld, White Water World, Q1 (the world’s tallest residential tower) and many more attractions, Gold [...]