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Spring has sprung in Australia’s bush capital. The wattles and flowering peaches are blooming and as the frost thaws and the weather warms up, there are so many things to do in Canberra. There is more to Canberra than just museums and art galleries. Over half of the Australian Capital Territory is a protected nature…
Cruising from Sydney, provides a relaxing and idyllic holiday. There are so many great cruise destinations to choose from and not only are most things included in your cruise package, your hotel floats with you. No packing and unpacking, carting luggage as you go. Whether you would like to cruise around New Zealand or visit…
Australians are known as a sporting lot. We love the great outdoors and our games our footy, cricket, tennis and more. So it is no surprise that there are many huge Australian sporting events. On any weekend you will see the sporting fields full of junior sporting matches. The pubs and clubs all have our…
Australia is such a truly multicultural nation that it is very hard to pinpoint unique Australian traditions. We’ve seen several waves of immigration since colonisation. Firstly there were the Irish, British and Chinese immigrants during the gold rush years. Then the post WWII refugees from European countries, many of whom worked on major construction projects….
When visiting any new country, it’s wise to accustom yourself with the local customs. Australians are very laid-back and casual. But there are still a few little pieces of “Aussie etiquette” you should know when you visit Australia Australian’s enjoy a fairly casual lifestyle, with very few strict social rules. We like to give everyone…
While Australians love good cuisine as much as anyone, there are a few favourite Australian foods that you’ll find in most kitchens. Australian food has developed into a diverse cuisine which reflects our multicultural society. You’ll find an Indian, Italian or Chinese restaurant in almost every town. Some of our favourite dishes have been “borrowed”…
The great Aussie barbie would have to be Australian’s number one social activity. Almost every home in Australia would have a barbecue in the backyard, where friends and family gather for a relaxed meal. You’ll find a free barbecue in most Australian parks and nearly every community group owns a portable barbecue, that can be…
Heading down to the local hotel or club bistro for some great Australian pub food is a regular part of Australian life. In Sydney, Melbourne,or any of the other major centres you will find pubs and clubs offering cheap counter meals, alongside the diverse culinary experiences which are available. If you are venturing out to…
Submarine in a rural park? You would hardly expect to find a submarine submerged in a rural Australian Park. Yet in the southern New South Wales town of Holbrook, the HMAS Otway has become the town’s biggest tourist attraction. During the late 1980’s many towns on the highway between Sydney and Melbourne were bypassed to…
A road trip is the best way to see Australia and there are many great road trips you can take. Before you hit the road however, a little planning will help you to make the most of your trip. Once you have sorted out your itinerary, you can start planning what to pack for your…