The Whitsundays are some of the most beautiful islands in the world.  In the middle of the Great Barrier Reef off the coast of Queensland, the Whitsunday Islands make for a beautiful and relaxing holiday destination, whether you plan to sail around all 74 islands, or just relax and enjoy the beautiful beaches and scenery.

The Great Ocean Road, stretching from Geelong in Victoria to the South Australian border is an amazing scenic drive, including sights such as Bells Beach, Cape Otway Lighthouse and the stunning Twelve Apostles.  With striking ocean views and laidback country towns, there are opportunities for surfing, fishing, bushwalking and much more.

Uluru, formerly known as Ayers Rock, is one of the most recognised features of the Australian outback.  Located in the centre of Australia, the large sandstone rock formation is instantly recognisable by its distinctive red colour.  Uluru is a sacred site of the Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara people of the area.

As well as being the home of Australia’s snow sports, the Snowy Mountains are stunning all year round.  With skiing and snowboarding in the winter, hiking and horseback riding in the summer and amazing scenery all year round, the Snowy Mountains are an unforgettable holiday destination.

The historical town of Port Arthur in Tasmania is both a beautiful location and a view into the history of Australia’s convict origins.  Originally settled as a timber station in 1830, Port Arthur became a large penal colony and many of the remaining historic buildings were built with convict labour.

The Daintree Rainforest, in far North Queensland, contains the highest number of rare and endangered species anywhere in the world.  It offers hiking trails, lookouts and unbelievable scenery, in close proximity with beautiful beaches.

Kakadu National Park covers almost 20000 square km of land and is home to a huge array of birds and wildlife, as well as some of the most amazing scenery in Australia and the world.  As well as seeing Australia’s unique wildlife, Kakadu also offers the opportunity to learn about local Aboriginal culture and way of life.

The Margaret River region in Western Australia is home to some of the best wineries in Australia, and therefore in the world! As well as its wine, the region offers beautiful beaches, making it a great destination for a family holiday.

Just off the coast of South Australia, Kangaroo Island is a great destination for amazing wildlife and scenery.  Famous for its sea lions, fairy penguins and the stunning Flinders Chase National Park, there is an amazing array of wildlife on the island, and only a few hours from South Australia’s capital city, Adelaide.

The Victorian Goldfields region, in centre of Victoria, is full of history.  It was the site of the gold rush of the 1830s, which saw thousands of immigrants flood to the area in the hope of finding gold.  Relics of this past can be still be seen in the area, and especially in the historic towns of Ballarat and Bendigo.