Australia Vacation Guide
Written by Vacation Idea.com Travel Editors.
Why Vacation in Australia
Head to Australia for the great beaches and the marinelife of the Great Barrier Reef. Stay on one of the fantastic island resorts along the Gold Coast. Then head to Sydney and explore a city full of culture and nightlife.
Where to Go
A vacation in Australia could mean that you spend the night in a rainforest, then move out to a resort island on the Great Barrier Reef, and then spend your last night at the Sydney Opera House. The majority of vacationers head out to enjoy the stunning marine life of the Great Barrier Reef.
What to Do
If you are going to be spending any time in Sydney, you shouldn't miss the view from the top of Sydney Harbor Bridge.
Australia Hotels
If you are looking for an island vacation getaway than take a look at Bedarra Island, Wilson Island, or Dunk Island.
Dunk Island is home to the only 18-hole island golf course in Australia.
If you're headed to Melbourne than take a swim in the rooftop pool at the The Adelphi Hotel.
On the coast near Port Douglas and Cairns, there are several great resorts, perfectly located to let you explore both the tropical rainforest and take a scuba diving trip to the Great Barrier Reef. Some of the resorts include Thala Beach Lodge, Coconut Beach Rainforest Lodge and Silky Oaks Lodge.
Wrotham Park Lodge in the Australian Outback offers fishing, mountain biking, stargazing and nature walks.
Getting to Australia
Qantas, American Airlines, United Airlines, Cathay Pacific Airways, Air New Zealand and British Airways all fly to Australia.
Flight Times to Australia
From Los Angeles to Sydney: 14 hours and 40 minutes.
From New York City to Sydney: 20 Hours.
From Tokyo to Sydney: 10 Hours
Getting Around While You Are There
If you are going to be spending your time on the Great Barrier Reef, the Gold Coast, or in the city, then you can easily depend on public transportation, taxis and hotel shuttles to get you from place to place. If you plan on heading out for some exploration of the Australian countryside, then you should rent a car.
When To Go
The seasons in Australia are the reverse of the Northern Hemisphere, so winter is June through August and summer is December through February.
What to Bring
Don't travel so far away from home without a camera.
Australia Vacation Deals & Tips
Qantas Aussie Airpass offers 1 international flight and 3 domestic flights for one low price. For more information, visit www.qantasusa.com.
Australia Map
To see a detailed map of Australia, visit our Australia map page.
