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Australia is a gorgeous continent that is vast yet explorable. With different types of topography, amazing fresh food, indigenous animals (koalas), wine and culture, there is endless opportunities to have an experience of a lifetime. I have traveled to Australia 4 times all along the east coast. I feel confident in my knowledge of this country with providing some great options for whatever your taste may be.
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Things to do in Australia
Sydney:
Sydney Opera House: Enjoy a glass of bubbles and fresh oysters at Darling Harbour overlooking the Sydney Opera House.
Sydney Zoo: A chance to wave hello to the koalas and the other cool animals native to Australia.
Bondi Beach: Shopping and relaxing at the beach.
Enjoy a coastal walk from Bondi Beach to Bronte Beach, stopping at cafes along the way while you admire the stunning scenery.
Wine tasting tours.
Byron Bay:
Enjoy this hippie surf town with the laid-back vibes.
Take a walk to visit the famous Cape Byron Lighthouse.
Take a whale-watching tour (June and July).
Melbourne:
Walk around the CBD and do some great shopping.
Check out Brighton Beach for some great photo opportunities.
St. Kilda Pier for epic sunsets.
Healesville Sancturary to check out the native birds.
Go to a winery outside the city.
Go to a footie game!
Take a day tour to Phillip Island to see the little penguins and the Koala Sanctuary.
Day trips:
Day trip to the Blue Mountains from Sydney.
Day Trip to Phillip Island from Melbourne.
12 Apostles
Places to eat & drink in Australia
Need to know
Australia is far from the US, making it a longer but very worth-it journey. Take compression socks for the long flights and make sure you have a minimum of 10 days to stay in Australia.
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