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Ayers Rock: mystery in the desert

Ayers Rock stands as a challenge to those that view it – its imposing, and it challenges all with questions. What is this chunk of rock doing here? Is it of terrestrial origin? What is it made of? The huge prospect of the mass of rock confounds logic, much like the rock-face in the Hollywood movie Mission to Mars that raised a thousand questions. more »

Alice Springs

The town of Alice Springs is located in the middle of the Australian continent and is the unofficial but undisputed capital of the Australia’s vast outback. This unique town is rich in history and natural features, and is the perfect base from which to explore Australia’s Red Centre which includes world famous features such as Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta, Kings Canyon and the MacDonnell Ranges. more »

Kayaking in Australia

Australia offers a variety of kayaking options, from mild to wild. Here are some popular Australia kayaking destinations. more »

Scuba diving in the Great Barrier Reef

One of the world’s most famous scuba diving dive sites is the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. The Great Barrier Reef, off the east coast of Australia is the only living organic collective on earth visible from outer space. more »

Coober Pedy: the opal capital of Australia

Coober Pedy is without a doubt one of the most unique outback destinations in Australia. Set in a stark arid landscape often compared to Mars, this outback mining town where many people live underground is the source of most of the world’s precious opal production. more »

Fraser Island

For all its conveniences, modern living leaves a lot to be desired. We spend our days enduring the ever-increasing pressures of work, the city’s oppressive unfriendliness, the daily commuter grind and the aggressive reality of impatient road-ragers. more »

Australian honeymoon vacation

An immense and sparsely populated country, Australia boasts numerous and breathtaking natural features, such as the Great Barrier Reef, Uluru – formerly Ayers Rock – mountain ranges and lush expanses of rain forest. The country is an awesome honeymoon destination – your only problem will be deciding which area or areas to explore! more »

Blue Mountains

Australia – a wonderful island with much to see and do! Full of mysticism, romance, exotic locations – there is bound to be somewhere unique for your honeymoon. more »

Adelaide

A first time visitor in Australia would surely have difficulty, which place to visit first. There are many big and highly urbanized cities in Australia and the one that stood out the most is Adelaide in South Australia. more »

Australian beach holiday destinations

Some of the world’s most amazing beaches can be found in Australia. And it’s no wonder: Australia boasts more than 37,000 km of coastline and a staggering 11,011 beaches, most of which can be found in their natural, unspoiled form.

A holiday in Australia would not be complete without a day at the beach. With that said, what are some of the best beach destinations in Australia? more »