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Sydney Opera House   Sydney

Sydney Opera House, Sydney

 236 Reviews  If I were to ask people from all over to name a famous building from Sydney I'm willing to bet that 99.99% would name the Opera House. Sydney Opera House is to the city what the Eiffel Tower is to... 

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Great Ocean Road   Melbourne

Great Ocean Road, Melbourne

 144 Reviews  More than Twelve Apostles!!! You can travel from Melbourne to Apollo Bay Monday thru Friday: -->From Melbourne (Southern Cross Station), take Vline train at 9am and reach Geelong Station at... 

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Kings Park   Perth

Kings Park, Perth

 114 Reviews  Each summer Shakespeare WA present a series of Shakespearean plays in the confines of Kings Park. It's a great way to spend a summer's evening, take a picnic blanket, some food and wine (byo) and... 

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Southbank   Brisbane

Southbank, Brisbane

 56 Reviews  The lagoon on southbank was my favourite thing about Brisbane, I love the idea that they built a beach to make up for the fact that they don't really have a natural one! Although it gets pretty... 

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Theme Parks.   Gold Coast

Theme Parks., Gold Coast

 123 Reviews  Have just started a trip around Australia and recently visited the gold Coast Theme Parks. I purchased a single entry ticket to Sea World for $79 and then found out that I could of purchased the VIP... 

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Glenelg   Adelaide

Glenelg, Adelaide

 33 Reviews  Glenelg is Adelaide's most popular beachside suburb and is a must see for most visitors. I spent a pleasant afternoon there, but more than the beach I liked the fascinating history of the town. This... 

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Australian War Memorial   Canberra

Australian War Memorial, Canberra

 58 Reviews  Having taken note of the ancient lions at the entrance to the A.W.M please do not leave without finding the painting Menin Gate at Midnight located in a small space at the back of the Gallipoli... 

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Mindil Beach Markets   Darwin

Mindil Beach Markets, Darwin

 6 Reviews   DARWIN This is a must do when in Darwin..each Thursday and Sunday nights this market is extremely popular with locals and visitors alike. Take wander through the large marketplace and look at the... 

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Mountains.   Hobart

Mountains., Hobart

 24 Reviews  From the top of Mt Wellington, on a clear day, you are rewarded with spectular views. You can see over to the Tasman Penninsula and also to the Southern Wilderness Area. Mt Wellington is 1270 metres... 

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Geelong Waterfront   Geelong

Geelong Waterfront, Geelong

 18 Reviews  Eastern beach has a beautiful hill landscape for jogging, a gated swimming area, stunning views of Corio Bay. Locals and tourists come here to spend morning walk, jogging, photo shooting, and etc. You... 

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Blue Mountains   Sydney

Blue Mountains, Sydney

 137 Reviews  Finally in February 2010; my husband an I made it to the Blue Mountains. We took a guided tour that left from Sydney via bus. Our visit to the National Park included: The Three Sisters, Katoomba... 

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St. Kilda   Melbourne

St. Kilda, Melbourne

 72 Reviews  While staying with friends on a recent visit ,we decided to visit St.Kilda.. to have some local famous seafood and go for a walk along the pier.I felt like getting a rod and doing a bit of fishing for... 

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Perth City Centre   Perth

Perth City Centre, Perth

 74 Reviews  If you think that Megamouth is simply an opinionated sports commentator, then think again (he's actually called Sam Newman)! I am ambivalent about the Perth Museum - which is good but not great - but... 

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Steve Irwin's Australia Zoo   Brisbane

Steve Irwin's Australia Zoo, Brisbane

 12 Reviews  Australia Zoo is located in the Australian state of Queensland on the Sunshine Coast near Beerwah/Glass House Mountains. It was established under the name of Beerwah Reptile Park by Bob and Lyn Irwin... 

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Bird / Animal Parks.   Gold Coast

Bird / Animal Parks., Gold Coast

 23 Reviews  Wow, where to begin? If you're looking at the Gold Coast as your main place to stay and base everything out of, then going to Australia Zoo (Steve Irwin's) is quite a hike as it is located on the... 

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Hahndorf   Adelaide

Hahndorf, Adelaide

 16 Reviews  Hahndorf is the oldest German community in Australia. It is now a a tourist attraction with old buildings reflecting the early architecture of the community. Craft shops galore: foods, leathers, wood... 

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New Parliament House   Canberra

New Parliament House, Canberra

 50 Reviews  I am sure it would be impossible when visiting Canberra not to visit the new Parliament House..Located not far from the old Parliament House this new building is in a really dominant postion.The new... 

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Visit Litchfield National Park   Darwin

Visit Litchfield National Park, Darwin

 4 Reviews  Located just over 100 kilometers south of Darwin and an easy days drive there and back with good blacktop roads all the way..a visit to this wonderful National Park is a great day out..over1500 square... 

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Salamanca Markets.   Hobart

Salamanca Markets., Hobart

 22 Reviews  While best known for its Saturday Markets, Salamanca Place is a great place to visit on any other day of the week. Spend time visiting the shops and galleries or enjoy a meal in one of the many... 

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The Great Ocean Road   Geelong

The Great Ocean Road, Geelong

 22 Reviews  The road starts at Torquay and ends at Allansford . Drive along the Great Ocean Road (243 kms long) and see the 12 Apostles, limestone stack formations that are a little way out, standing in the... 

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Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks   Sydney

Zoo / Aquarium/ Animal parks, Sydney

 201 Reviews  After a recent trip to Sydney I visited Sydney Aquarium. Was a great day out...well 3 hours - this gives you plenty of time. Have been booking some of my tours and attractions through a website called... 

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Queen Victoria Market   Melbourne

Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne

 54 Reviews  Before I planned or came to Melbourne, all I knew about Melbourne was this Queen Victoria Market. Malaysians would recommend me to stop by here to buy fruits and other things. Now I know why, because... 

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Fremantle   Perth

Fremantle, Perth

 62 Reviews  During our visit to Perth we hopped on a train to explore Fremantle. We had a fun day wandering around exploring the Harbour, Markets, local pubs, Parks and historic buildings of the area. We had a... 

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Mt Cootha   Brisbane

Mt Cootha, Brisbane

 14 Reviews  Sorry, no photo's of these waterfalls as every time I visit, there isn't any water going over! Perhaps it would be best to visit directly after rain, I shall have to try that myself. Even though it... 

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Hinterland / National Parks.   Gold Coast

Hinterland / National Parks., Gold Coast

 31 Reviews  After much debate, we decided to head up to Tamborine mountain, really really enjoyed the day. A few wineries, cheese tasting and gallery walk. Really great day out....only 30 mins from Surfers... 

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Litchfield NP

by martin_nl

A short drive from Darwin will take you the Litchfield National Park. This park is excellent if you don't have a 4WD car, since the roads to the NP are all tarmac roads. Litchfield is a great National Park not only because of it's proximity to Darwin but also because there is lots to see and do on a relatively small area. If you love to swim this is your National Park. Visit Buley Rockhole, Florence Falls, Wangi Falls and loads of other places. You can also visit huge termite mounds and a whole 'graveyard' of termite mounds. On the way back to Darwin you will pass the didgeridoo hut, make sure to stop here and see aboriginal artists decorating didges. Prices here are alright but the quality is very good. I also bought my own didgeridoo here!

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Katherine Gorge/Nitmiluk NP

by martin_nl

Katherine Gorge NP or as the aborinies call it Nitmiluk NP is a must see. The gorge here is lots of kilometres long. It is actually not one gorge but 13 linked together. It is seperated by rocks and r. The gorge is carved out by the Katherine River which begins all the way in Arnhem Land, east of Kakadu Nation Park. During the dry season the gorge is perfect for swimming and canoeing, mind the freshwater crocs though when they're nesting. However in the wet season the waters can become very dangerous. The water level rises tremendously and can become a raging torrent.You can rent a canoe at Nitmiluk Tours for just a few hours or a couple of days, since the longest route takes about three days. Canoeing is quite hard work, since you have to cross rocks and rapids on land, so you have to lift the canoe yourself. It is quite an experience though, one you should definitely undergo. If you...

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Cuddle a Koala in Brisbane

by mad4travel

Overdose on cuteness with a trip to the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Brisbane.Its in the suburbs and takes about 45 mins to get to by bus.They have a wide variety of native australian animals but the best thing of all are the Koalas. There are talks by park rangers and you can even cuddle a koala and have your photo taken -ahhh.In the shop you'll also see pics of famous celebs cuddling a Koala including Marylin Manson (minus make up) - so much for the hard man image!They have boys and girls enclosures and a nursery for babies (see photo)They also have a big kangeroo enclosure where you can feed them - very cute!You can get bus number 430 from Platform ‘B3’ from underneath the Myer Centre in the Queen Street Mall or Bus number 445 leaves from Stop number 45 outside City Hall on Adelaide Street.Adult fares are $2.80

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Yanchep Ntl Park

by Myndo

Yanchep is a Park north of Perth, you can get there in about 45 minutes driving.It is a very nice oportunity to see some of the local wildlife as well as a beautiful surrounding.It is really green there, a place to come back to yourself.There are some bush walks in the park.A very nice one is the walk around the Lake (Loch Mc Ness - were there scottish persons here?)The Crystal Cave with its wonderful view on stalaktites and stalagmites and its great accoustics can also be rent for weddings and such .... with light and music this is a real romantic place.Meals and Drinks you can have at Yanchep Inn and Chawn Mia Tea Rooms.Activities like posing with a Koala, listening to the Aboriginal people or guided tours through the Cave from 8 am to 5 pm.

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The Red Centre: Alice Springs and surroundings

by Myndo

Alice Springs itself is a nice little town, but not really a "must see".But it is the biggest Town in the Middle of Australia and it is THE starting point for any trip to :the Ayers Rock (say: Uluru), the Olgas, (Kata Tjuna)the Kings Creek Canyon,the Glen Helen Gorge,Orniston Gorge,Wallace Rockhole,Goss BluffEllery CreekFinke RiverPalm ValleyStandley ChasmOchre Pitts....So Australias Middle is not really the middle of Nowhere.... and the big little town a must.The picture is taken on Anzak Hill.On the picture you can see the hills in the background: Its the MacDonnel Ranges and the doorway they are building is the Heavytree Gap. Here the Todd River comes through - and the Road: Stuart Highway. In times with much water the road is flooded regularly.

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Biking on Rottnest Island

by Myndo

Rottnest is the Island right in front of Perth.There are different Ferries that can take you there - just check the prices out at the harbour.Rottnest Island itself isn?t very big. There are two possibilities to get around (no cars on the island).One is the bus (around 5.50 AUS), where you can get out and in at different stops. The bus drives every full hour.The other possibility is by bike. Since the island is quite flat, the road good and you can stop and drive on whenever and wherever you want, I think it is the nicer option. Also you can really enjoy the views and have a look at the beaches and wonderful spots you come along.The drive around the island (just one main road) is about 15 km, but you can extend it at the west end (out a one-way road 4 km and back) and at a little loop in the south (1.5km). Any way it isn't too much stress to drive around the island in that one day and...

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show the world to those who think the world of you

by dhaval972

Planning a trip to Australia, a country as large as the U.S., can be a bit daunting. australia's "must see" attractions of Sydney and the Great Barrier Reef to the "off the beaten track" wonders of Outback Australia.Australia is a user friendly country - no language barrier, a decimal currency, airlines and trains running on time. broken hill: Often described as a living museum, this outback city on the western edge of New South Wales has an amazing array of activities. The area has attracted some of Australia's best artists and the city abounds with galleries. The beauty of the Living Desert, a sculpture garden on a hill on the outskirts of town, will take your breath away.Kangaroo Island :This gem of an island, Australia's third largest, is conveniently located off the coast of South Australia and easily accessible from Adelaide by air or ferry. Blessed with the natural beauty of steep...

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Fraser Island - much more than just Sand

by Myndo

Fraser Island,The worlds largest sand island, 123 km long, at the southern coast of Queensland.Dunes, Lakes, Forest, Sandstone Cliffs, Wrecks on the beach, Dingoes, etc.here you find an interesting eco-system, free to be explored by you.You can get there by boat or airplane, explore it in group-buses or by yourself - you choose. Stay one day or overnight or more. 3 days and you can see it all.This island is worth more than just one trip!Have a look at these:My Fraser Pages

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The Pinnacles - Nambung Ntl Park

by Myndo

The Pinnacles in the Nambung National Park are stone-columns standing in hundreds in a wide landscape.There are several theories how they developed, but however, they look very interesting.Surrounded by sand, which is almost the same color as the stone, it is important to wait for the right light, if you want to make really good pictures. So, if you have the time, go at sunrise or sunset (also look at the picture under the travel tips for the Pinnacles).Oh, and if you go there, beware of the annoying australian fly. I have never seen a worse species.Good Place to stay is in Cervantes, a small town close to the park.

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The Taggerty Bush Settlement (Vic)

by mikegr

A genuine escape into beautiful rural Victoria.The Taggerty Bush Settlement is a genuine budget gettaway into beautiful unspoilt Victoria scenery, and a unique opportunity to get back to basics. The settlement offers various accomodations and the opportunity to interact with orphaned native wildlife which is raised back to health before being released back into the wild. I was lucky enough to be given the responsibility of looking after a spider tailed possum for a few days when I was there, and plenty of chances to get to know the (then) resident adolescent wombat - a word of warning - watch your ankles!The website gives details of an itinerary package, but I went there and hiked and biked by myself, which suited me just fine.Just a few hours by bus from Melbourne - this is a truly awesome place, and I genuinely cannot recommend it strongly enough! My one, must - visit - place in the...

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