When considering where to go for your next holiday it’s so easy to daydream about luxurious international destinations. From cocktails and cabanas to safari’s and wild daredevil plunges it certainly seems like all the action is overseas – especially if you are searching for inspiration on Pinterest.
While going abroad is top of mind for most people, there is also so much here in Australia to consider when stepping foot into your local travel agent’s office.
No matter what your idea of the perfect getaway is, here are a few experiences you should consider for your next holiday right here, down under.
Sunsets and Cocktails
Imagine basking underneath Balinese styled huts with a cocktail in one hand a good book in the other.
You don’t have to go through the rigmarole of customs to treat yourself to a relaxing beachside escape in paradise. Australia is home to countless destinations where sipping on exotic beverages while watching the sunset (on the east or the west) and is as therapeutic as any destinations come.
Safari Escapes
If you are pining for an up close and personal safari escape, you can experience the animals of the African wild at the renowned wildlife campaigner; Steve Irwin’s Australia Zoo on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland.
Mingle with the animals and pose for a photo too. You will find rhino’s, tigers, giraffes and other rare safari animals from the Sahara.
What’s even better, you can experience it all without the worry of updating your vaccinations and getting travel insurance. If Queensland isn’t top of your list, there are several other world class zoos’ here in Aus that may also take your fancy.
Snow Fields and Hot Chocolate
You don’t have to trek to Whistler in Canada to enjoy fresh powdered snow and breathtaking views from a chair lift.
Australia is home to a range of magical snow fields for the whole family, a romantic escape or for a solo expedition.
With dozens of beautiful alpine resorts, you just need to head south to New South Wales, Victoria or Tasmania to experience Australia’s impressive winter wonderlands.
Road Trips Along the Ocean
No matter what you’re taste, there’s no arguing that some of the best road trips in the world belong to the land of the kangaroo and emu.
It’s a tough competition between The Great Ocean Road and the legendary Pacific Coast Drive (Sydney to Brisbane).
But either way whether you want to camp along the way (in a tent or caravan) or prefer the comforts of a hotel room, both of these road trips host a variety of activity options, back roads, detours and certainly no shortages of spectacular views.
Relaxing Seascapes
Maybe you’re interested in discovering the seas of the south, or perhaps you fancy dipping your toes in the Great Barrier Reef?
There are some amazing sea breaks you can take that will take you away for a relaxing getaway all within Australian waters.
There are so many different sights to see, with such a big country we really are so lucky to have so many different landscapes, or should we say seascapes for us to enjoy all aboard a luxury cruiser.
Wine and Cheese Please
Australia is home to some of the best wine and cheese regions in the world. Forget Tuscany in Italy and Bordeaux in France, we have our own escapes that will have us sipping, swirling, spitting and nibbling until the cows come home.
If you fancy a trip to the west, Margaret River is home to some internationally acclaimed winery’s.
Head south and you can fine wine on some grapes from the Barossa or the Yarra Valley. Or if you’re up further North, Mt Tambourine in Queensland is also home to some quaint escapes and tours.
City Exploring
Australia is home to some of the most buzzing cities in the world.
No matter what you’re looking for in a city escape we have plenty of choices to suit pretty much every personality there is.
If you haven’t had the chance to explore the buzz of Sydney, you could easily spend a week away being a tourist.
Or if you prefer the hipster experience and a good cup of Joe perhaps escaping to the bustle of Melbourne is more your scene.
Australia is no stranger to thriving cities so no matter which state you find yourself in, you’ll have a ball.
Heart Racing Thrills
Dare devils have been flocking to Australia since who-knows-when for a range of thrill seeking activities.
There’s no need to fly over to our neighbours over in New Zealand.
From the highest of peaks, bluest of skies and the deepest of oceans you can find an adrenaline hot spot in pretty much every state in Australia.
There are hidden gems around almost every corner from zip lining, skydiving, base jumping, scuba diving, caving, paragliding and don’t forget the theme-parks.
With Australia’s awesome climate all year-round there are no restrictions to the amount heart racing fun you can have.
So there you have it. Plenty of good reasons to plan your next holiday right here in Australia.
We can often overlook and take for granted the possibilities of the types of escapes we have available to us here. All it takes is a gentle reminder from an article like this one to inspire your next great escape in the beautiful land down under.