Australia

Australia is a vast, sun-soaked land of vibrant cities, ancient landscapes, and unique wildlife, where adventure meets laid-back culture.

Regions of Australia

Fast Facts

Language

English

Capital city

Canberra

Currency

Australian Dollar

Budget Range

$$ – $$$

Visa Info

Find out what kind of visa you need here. Most people will need to apply for an electronic visa at least 3 days before your trip.

Top destinations in Australia

Walking

Urban exploration

Beach relaxation

Wine Tasting

Road Trip

snorkeling / scuba diving

Hiking

Culture

Sydney

Urban

Walking

Beach

Wine

Great Ocean Road

Walking

Beach

Road Trip

Tasmania

Walking

Road Trip

Hiking

Uluru

Walking

Culture

Hiking

Great Barrier Reef

beach

snorkeling

The Gold Coast

beach

Walking

Articles About Australia

The Legendary Pacific Coast Highway: Your Guide from Brisbane to Sydney

A guide to road tripping from Brisbane to Sydney through Byron Bay. It includes the stops and highlights throughout your drive that will amaze you.

The Best of the Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, and Gold Coast Area

The top things to do in Brisbane and the surrounding areas of the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast and how to best personalize your vacation here.

The Best Things to Do in Cairns from the Daintree Rainforest to the Great Barrier Reef

A sample itinerary for visiting Cairns, Australia, the place where the rainforest meets the reef. The best way to explore this varied and unique destination.

How to Best Explore Darwin + the Top End of Australia (Itinerary Included)

A sample itinerary for visiting Darwin, Australia with ways to learn more about the Aboriginal culture and see some of the infamous wildlife.

How To Visit Uluru: Everything You Need To Know to Plan a Trip to the Red Center of Australia

The best guide to visiting the spiritual landmarks of Uluru, Kata Tjuta, and others while learning about the Aboriginal culture of Australia.

An Introductory 5-Day Itinerary to Best Discover Tasmania

A sample itinerary for visiting Tasmania to explore the towns, breath the pristine air, trek in beautiful nature, and eat delicious seafood.

The Best Starting Itinerary for Exploring Melbourne, Australia

A sample itinerary for visiting Melbourne, Australia with ways to see the highlights and options for how to spend your time exploring the culture hub of the country.

The Best Weekend Itinerary to Visit Kangaroo Island

An article discussing the variety of activities to do on Kangaroo Island along with an itinerary to best spend your time over a long weekend.

Planning a Weekend In the Grampians? Read More!

Grampians National Park is a protected area between Melbourne and Adelaide with interesting rock formations, aboriginal rock art, approachable hiking opportunities, and wildlife encounters. This guide will help you determine the best way to spend your time in the park.

The Great Ocean Road: A Stop-By-Stop Guide

The Great Ocean Road is an iconic road trip along the coast of Australia. This guide walks you through some of the different stops to give you an idea of how to structure this beautiful trip.

The Only Canberra Itinerary You Need to Visit Australia’s Capital

All the museums to visit and things to do when visiting Canberra, Australia's Capital City, to learn about the history of the country.

How to Visit the Blue Mountains Outside of Sydney

The different ways to visit the Blue Mountains National Park outside of Sydney, Australia, either independently or in a group tour.

The Top Things to Do in Sydney, Australia

The best things to do in Sydney, including exploring the beaches, neighborhoods, urban icons, and even the nature outside of the city.

The Best Starting Itinerary for Visiting Sydney, Australia

A sample itinerary for visiting Sydney, Australia with ways to see the highlights and options for how to spend your time balancing the beach and urban environment.