It seems that Australia is equally far from any part of the world. And all the more surprising is the fact that this country is considered one of the most popular destinations among budget travelers. Expensive doesn’t always mean expensive, so we’ve found 10 reasons why you should visit Australia.
Great Barrier Reef
Australia is home to one of the world’s most famous reef systems and is home to the majority of known marine animals. The Great Barrier Reef is one of the best diving spots on the planet. Here you can see various turtles, the most exotic sharks, small bright fish and, of course, incredibly beautiful corals. Some people spend only a day here, while for others even a week won’t be enough, so be guided by your feelings. Traditionally, travelers leave for the Reef from Cairns, but you’ll see a lot more if you set off from Port Douglas.
Sydney
In addition to the world-famous opera, Sydney has a stunning harbour, many huge bridges, cozy parks, amazing surfing opportunities and amazingly delicious food. Whether you head to Manly Beach or stay in Bondi, you’ll have a blast either way. Darling Harbor has many quality restaurants and plenty of entertainment to suit all tastes. And in search of leisure for the night, it is better to look into the King Cross area.
Uluru
Uluru is a giant round stone. And if you think that a thing with such a description cannot be interesting, you are mistaken. The surface resembles a wave shape, but is distinguished by a reddish-orange color due to the increased iron content. This unusual shape was formed over thousands of years due to the wind. Many residents treat this place as sacred, so please remain polite and civil when visiting.
A tour to Uluru is best taken from the neighboring city of Alice Springs.
BBQ
Australians are good at many things, and barbecue is one of those things you should definitely try in Australia. They take meat, or rather the process itself, very seriously, they even have their own traditions and specially designated areas for frying meat (they can be found in almost every park). Just imagine: a warm summer night, a few glasses of beer or wine and excellent meat… Do you need anything else to fall in love with this country?
Wine
There are several regions in Australia that are famous for their vineyards – this is the Margaret River Valley (near Perth),
Barossa Valley (near Adelaide) and Hunter Valley (near Sydney). And this is not all the wine that is worth trying in Australia. Take a closer look especially at Shiraz and Pinot Noir varieties. You can book an excursion to the vineyards as a separate tour, you can go to a good wine boutique and order a tasting, and then drink a bottle you especially like in one of the city parks.
Western Australia
This is one of the most unpopular regions of the country among tourists, which is surprising. It seems that the place is completely undeservedly deprived of attention: there is beautiful nature and excellent beaches (without a single soul in the area). If you enjoyed the Great Barrier Reef, also visit Coral Bay and Ningalo Reef.
Perth
Sydney and Melbourne usually get all the attention from visitors, but Perth deserves it just as much. There are gorgeous beaches, huge parks, good waves for surfing and the best beer in Australia – Little Creatures.
In Perth, most of the population is young, so the atmosphere in the city is very lively. The biggest and funniest parties usually take place on Sundays at the Cottesloe Hotel.
Surfing
Although surfing was not invented in Australia, it is difficult to imagine another place where this sport is also considered part of the culture. The best surf spots are on the east coast. Among the most popular are Noosa, Bondi Beach and the waves in Queensland.
Beaches
In a country where 50,000 km are covered by beaches, it’s hard not to admire them. Typically the east coast is busier than the west, but with a coastline like this, you won’t be short of privacy. If we still highlight the best beaches, then they will definitely include Coral Bay, Cable Beach, Noosa, Manly and almost everything that is located near Perth.
Chic jungle
Queensland is home to one of the oldest rainforests in the world. There are excellent trails for trekking and hiking, and lots of birds and other animals live here. There are even crocodiles. Plus, this part of the country has many crystal clear rivers in which you can swim on a hot day. But if you want to be alone with nature, then go to Cape Tribulation: there will be nothing there except you, the jungle and the ocean.
Source: nomadicmatt.com
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