If you’re traveling around Australia and end up in the far north Queensland region, chances are that you’ll happen upon one of the area’s infamous cane toad races. // These wacky events are a crowd-pleasing way to deal with the infestation of these pesky amphibians. The grotesque cane toads were originally introduced into Queensland to […]
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We all know Australians enjoy a beer, but what do they do with all those empty cans? Many of them make their way to The Outback for Darwin’s annual Beer Can Regatta. This madcap event sees its participants making boats from empty beer cans. All boats must pass tests for seaworthiness before setting sail in […]
Australia has a reputation as one of the toughest places on Earth, and the toughest Aussies mix it up on the sporting field. Their football players don’t wear padding, their iron men swim in waters that may or may not contain sharks, and their cyclists head to the desert. If you think you’re made of […]
Thousands of young people are lured to Australia’s surf beaches and cosmopolitan capital cities each year, but few take advantage of all this vast country has to offer. The land is so large, that most tourists only manage to scrape the surface before they go home. Tourism Australia has put together Australia.com, a vital resource […]
Port Stephens, on the New South Wales north coast, is known as the dolphin capital of Australia. Pods of these intelligent marine creatures swim close to the coastal region’s 26 beaches. You might spot one as you’re catching a wave, but for a more personal experience consider joining a Dolphin Swim Australia tour. While some […]
Tourism Australia’s website Australia.com offers comprehensive advice to travelers looking to enjoy the sun, surf, and sand of the land Down Under. The site helps tourists save money on flights, through deals with budget carrier V Australia. The website also provides affordable deals on vacation packages, which combine flights, accommodation, and activities to help tourists […]
Bruny Island, located off the coast of Tasmania, may be one of Australia’s best kept secrets. The island measures about 72 square kilometers, roughly the same size as Singapore. But while the Asian nation is a hive of activity, life travels much more slowly on Bruny Island. And that’s just how the 650-odd locals like […]
Australia may not have the romantic reputation of France or Italy, but that doesn’t mean they don’t know a thing or two about love Down Under. If you want to spend some quality time with a special someone, or even pop the question, here are some Aussie destinations worth considering. Wineglass Bay in Tasmania has […]
The thought of chowing down on Vegemite, and kangaroo might turn your stomach, but when visiting Australia consider sampling these local delicacies and many more. At nearly 90 years old, Vegemite is an Australian institution. 22 million jars of the thick brown spread are sold in Australia each year, but it’s often feared by foreign […]
Australia is famous for many things including its cuddly wildlife, its friendly locals, and its white sandy beaches. Whether you want to catch some waves or perfect your tan, chances are you’ll spend some part of your getaway Down Under enjoying the sun, surf, and sand. Bondi Beach and the coastline of Surfers Paradise grab […]
