Archive for January, 2011

Western Australia Hits Hollywood

Saturday, January 29th, 2011

The Kimberley is the real star in the movie “Australia”. Red and rugged ranges, untouched beaches and coastline, spectacular gorges and waterfalls set the scene for the epic romance. When you travel to the Kimberley in Western Australia, you’ll experience one of the last true wildernesses on earth and have the adventure of a lifetime.

Get Out of Sydney!

Friday, January 28th, 2011

Sydney has a compact city center surrounded by sprawling suburbs, forming a vast metropolitan area. Sydney is a vast sprawling city, and the suburbs in the city metropolitan area spread for more than 50 miles from the city center. The traveler visiting the suburbs will find less crowded beaches, parks, cheaper shopping, commercial centers, cultural [...]

Cairns is Australia’s Hidden Wonder

Sunday, January 23rd, 2011

Cairns is Australia’s tropical gem; a gateway to the most pristine and beautiful sites on earth while offering a first class casino, exquisite dining, and superb shopping. Located in Northern Queensland, Cairns, is the South Pacific’s gateway to an unspoiled Rainforest and the majestic Great Barrier Reef. World renowned golf courses, Aboriginal culture, and exotic [...]

When to Visit

Saturday, January 22nd, 2011

Spring (September through November) and Autumn (March through May) are ideal times in which to visit Perth. Spring is perhaps the very best to see the sights as after a decent winter’s rainfall, the famous wildflowers around Kings Park and the Avon Valley bloom splendidly. Beach-goers from colder climes might find the summer months too [...]

A Bit of Sydney History

Wednesday, January 19th, 2011

Sydney is the oldest European settlement in Australia, having been founded as a British colony on 26 January 1788 by Arthur Phillip. The event is now celebrated as Australia Day, the national public holiday, with major festivities around the city and the Harbour.

Cape Tribulation, Queensland

Wednesday, January 19th, 2011

Cape Tribulation is the furthest point that most tours get into the rainforest of Far North Queensland. Part of the Wet Tropics of Queensland, the rainforest here is thick, ancient and teems with wildlife. There is a range of activities here, including guided rainforest walks which are particularly recommended. Be aware that it is possible [...]

Welcome to Perth

Monday, January 17th, 2011

Australia’s sunniest city of Perth offers 3000 hours of sunshine each year and just as many ways to enjoy it. The great outdoors re always greater when the sun is shining. Whether you’re touring Perth city, enjoying a glass of wine or exploring a national park, you’ll feel a warm welcome.

Iconic Sydney

Monday, January 17th, 2011

Sydney Australia is the Harbor City. It is one of the most respected cities in the world. It is the largest, oldest and most cosmopolitan city in Australia with an enviable reputation as one of the world’s most beautiful and liveable cities. Brimming with history, nature, culture, art, fashion, cuisine, design, and set next to [...]