Welcome to this guide to Australia.

This travel Australia guide is written by a real person who came to this wonderful country over 30 years ago from England and has had the pleasure of travelling around it for pleasure and for business for all of that time.

As you read through the pages of this Australian travel guide I'm sure you'll find some information that you already know but I hope you'll also find a great deal about Australia that you didn't know and I also hope that it will spark in you a desire to travel to Australia and experience more of this magical country for yourself.

The Tasmanian Devil, friendly little fellow....not!

When you travel to Australia you'll find a land full of beautiful scenery and a wonderful mix of ancient Australian Aboriginal culture and modern European and Oriental influence.

There is just so much to see and do here that when you come to travel Australia you’ll never have enough time to see it all.

In places like Uluru, (Ayers Rock to all those who don’t speak the language), which is a great big rock right in the middle of the outback, you can see ancient aboriginal rock art, painted by the local indigenous people hundreds (or perhaps even thousands) of years ago.

Maybe you might even purchase some of the local Aboriginal art to take with you as a reminder of your Australian travels and the best holiday of your life…

Australian beaches, the best in the world....

As you travel around Australia you'll find that Australian beaches are probably the best beaches in the world (in my humble opinion).

Beautiful white sand, warm pacific waters, a glass of something cool...ah, bliss!

Or perhaps you might prefer to travel to the red centre and visit our stark Australian outback (otherwise known as “the bush”).

Wonderful scenery, unlike anywhere else in the world, barren and empty to some but if you take the time and the trouble to look you'll find some very unique Australian animals and some even more unique Australian people....

The termites in Northern Australia are so big they’re frightening.

The choice will always be yours...

Australia is geographically divided into 6 states and 2 territories, each is different and each is well worthy of your time.

Australian Capital Territory.

Welcome to the nation's capital.

It's full name is a bit of a mouthful so the state is known simply as the ACT.

You could easily miss it on the map as it's far smaller than the state of New South Wales that completely surrounds it.

New South Wales.

New South Wales, Australia's oldest state, is packed full of amazing attractions, places of spectacular natural beauty, unique history and a bunch of fun activities for all to enjoy.

Victoria.

For a small state, Victoria has some of the best sightseeing and most fascinating places in the country.

From the heady Gold Rush days to the dramatic scenery, there are surprises around every bend.

Queensland.

With regions such as the Gold Coast and Whitsundays, it's little wonder that Queensland brings to mind lazy days on sunny beaches.

It's true, the perfect climate and seaside towns show relaxed Australian culture at its best.

South Australia.

Wine connoisseurs won't be disappointed, with regions such as the Barossa, Clare Valley and The Limestone Coast, South Australia's large selection of acclaimed wineries will satisfy your every tastebud.

Western Australia.

WA has a rugged and beautiful outback & a history tied to the ocean. From the vast open plains of the Nullarbor to the colourful marine wonderland of Ningaloo Reef, WA provides the best of both worlds.

Tasmania.

Tucked away at the far south of the country and across the untamed waters of Bass Strait, lies Tasmania, a place rich with heritage and spectacular natural history.

The Northern Territory.

A land of contrasts, the Northern Territory is rich with striking scenery. From the lush rainforests of Kakadu and Katherine to the arid red plains of the Red Centre in Alice Springs and the great rock, Uluru, the land is full of surprises.

Of course, unless you have an unlimited amount of time at your disposal you'll never be able to see all of Australia in 1 (or perhaps even 2 or 3 or 4) visits so to help you decide where you'd really like to go on this visit I suggest you take your time here and look around the site before you book your flights, it'll help you decide where to go and what to see.

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As always, if you have any questions about Australia you'd like to ask please write to me, I won't be able to answer them all but I'll always do my best and most of all don't forget the prime directive..............enjoy.
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Everyone should visit Hawaii once in their lives. A Hawaii tour defines the perfect vacation because of the many fantastic attractions it offers. If you are on your way to Hawaii, you have the right to know what these great attractions are so you could plan the perfect vacation. Here are just a few of the great places to visit when in Hawaii.

A Hawaiian visit is not complete without taking a tour of its alluring islands. Each of these islands has its share of beauty and adventure either on land, air or water. When you do your island hopping, Maui should be on top of your list. Maui has more than 81 beaches and offers great adventures like watching humpback whales, dolphins and sea turtles from a boat or submarine. The Maui Ocean Center is a huge tropical reef aquarium that you would surely take pleasure in.

Kauai or the Island of Discovery is the perfect place to dive, surf, waterski, snorkel, windsurf and watch dolphins. Do not miss visiting Napali Coast and the Fern Grotto while riding a kayak or catamaran. What’s more is that Kauai has been called a golfer’s paradise because of the great courses like Kauai Lagoons Golf Club and Princeville Golf Club.

Get captivated with the Grand Canyon of the Pacific as you visit Waimea. View the magnificence by doing a coastal hike, riding a mountain bike, motor bike or all-terrain vehicle. Riding a horse will allow you to see other natural sites like forests, canyons and waterfalls. Why not view Waimea from above by taking a helicopter ride?

At the North Shore of Oahu, you will find the 42-acre Polynesian Cultural Center. It presents recreated villages, many exhibits and activities that you could sink your hands and feet on. Many of them are about the customs of different islands in the Aloha State. Experience an authentic luau and indulge in all-you-can-eat buffets. You can even watch a volcano “erupt.”

Inspect the three volcanoes of Big Island Hawaii and enjoy sunsets, sportfishing and coffee at Kona. The great waves at Kailua are great for activities like parasailing and surfing. To top your vacation, have yourself photographed at the world-famous Waikiki beach.

For any beach buff, a trip to Hawaii is like visiting the paradise of Eden. The greatest attractions can be found in the ouMake tdoors. sure that you spend time in several beaches, trek on mountain trails and enjoy all the adventures the islands offer.
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India is one of the most famous tourism destinations in the world. It is a favorite tourism destination for many tourists through out the entire globe. There is wide range of tourism options available in the deserving county of India. Cultural tourism, heritage tourism, wildlife tourism, adventure tourism, hill station tourism, eco tourism, desert tourism, pilgrimage tourism, beach tourism, nature tourism, backwater tourism, medical tourism, monsoon tourism, etc are prime elements of India tourism. Tourism in India is praiseworthy and it never fails to lure tourists with its awestruck charm.

For those tourists, who have desire to enjoy rich cultural heritage tourism, Rajasthan and Delhi can be very appealing to them. Both are very popular among tourists, vacationers and travellers from all over the world. Delhi (New Delhi) is one of the most famous tourism destinations of the country. It is globally known for its rich culture and traditions perfectly mingling with modernity. A well-organized city tour of Delhi gives tourists brilliant opportunity to explore some of famous heritage monuments of India with several other attractions. Red Fort, Jama Masjid, Raj Ghat, Qutub Minar, Old Fort, Lotus Temple, Birla Temple, Akshardham Temple, Mughal Garden, President House, Parliament House, etc are prime attractions of Delhi tours. Delhi is also served as base destination to visit some of famous north Indian travel destinations like Rajasthan, Kashmir, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Agra, etc. In fact, a visit to India is a window to India visit.

Rajasthan is one of the most charming and captivating states of India offering tourists amazing charm of cultural and heritage tourism. Magnificent forts & palaces, frescoed havelis, terrific temples, colorful fairs & festivals, deserts, rippling sand dunes, wildlife parks & sanctuaries, etc are prime attractions of Rajasthan travel and tourism. Amber Fort & Palace, Lake Palace, City Palace, Mehrangarh Fort, Golden Fort, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Hawa Mahal, Kumbhalgarh Fort, Ranthambhore National Park, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, etc are must visit attractions of Rajasthan travel and tourism. Rajasthan tourism also provides tourists brilliant opportunity to embark on wildly popular golden triangle tours. Golden triangle is one of the most famous travel circuits in north India. It covers three major and historic destinations of north India – Delhi, Jaipur (the capital of Rajasthan) and Agra (the home to Taj Mahal).

For tourists who want to explore rich flora and fauna on their India visit, there are several national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in the country. Ranthambhore National Park, Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary, Kanha National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Gir National Park, Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, Periyar National Park, etc are worth exploring destinations for wildlife tourism in India. Exploring famous wildlife parks and sanctuaries of the country gives tourists amazing and delightful experience of tourism to cherish for lifetime.

Shimla, Darjeeling, Manali, Kasauli, Ooty, Munnar, Ponmudi, Kodaikanal, Kashmir, etc are famous destinations for hill stations tourism and nature tourism. For beach tourism, Kerala and Goa are perfect destinations in the country. Kerala is also famous for backwater tourism. A well organized houseboat cruise over scenic & serene backwaters of Kerala is truly an amazing experience. The charming state of Kerala is also a well known destination for monsoon tourism. Monsoon tourism in Kerala is very popular among honeymoon couples.

Agra is very famous travel destination of India. It is the home of world heritage monument Taj Mahal. Taj Mahal is one of the seventh wonders of the county. It is India’s star attractions. A visit to Agar also gives tourists opportunity to visit other famous attractions like Agra Red Fort, Fatehpur Sikri, Buland Darwaza, Itmad-Ud-Daullah, etc.

There are several India tours packages available in the market. Choose one of the and get ready to experience mesmeric charm of India tourism.
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