Sights - Australia

Adelaide

Adelaide, city of churches, is the main city of a trip along the Great Ocean Road but also to the Outback. We went in the city itself for a citytour but we also visited the prisonmuseum and the open air filmtheatre in the park where we picknicked. Read more >>>

Australia | Travel 2003 and 2004 | Travel Story | City

Alice Springs

Alice Springs is situated in the heart of the continent of Australia and is the springboard of famous tourist attractions like Uluru, the Olgas and Kings Canyon. Most known of this city in the middle of the Outback are the Flying doctors. Read more >>>

Australia | Travel 2003 en 2004 | Places of Interest | City 

Blue Mountains (Katoomba)

The National Park of the Blue Mountains is situated about 2 hours by public transport from Sydney. Another world with a  beautiful mountain range, forest where you can hike or bike and a total different climate. Highlight is Echo Point where you’ve got an unique view. Read more 

Australia | Travel 2003 and 2004 | Travel Story | National Park

Brisbane

Situated in the center of the Eastcoast of Australia is Brisbane the third city of the country. Highlights are a few colonial buildings and the amazing lagoon in the heart of Brisbane with a big fair. Read more >>>

Australia | Travel 2003 and 2004 | Travel Story | City

Byron Bay

"The surfers paradise of Australia with large wide sandy beaches, an authentic lighthouse and opportunities for large parties with barbeques on the beach. There are also opportunities for interesting hikes". Read more >>>

Australia | Travel 2003 and 2004 | Travel Story | Beach

Cairns and Cape Tribulation

In Cairns you can go out perfectly and relax at the lagoon. But if you want to enjoin nature it’s very easy to take a trip to the tropical forests of the northern Cape in Cape Tribulation. Read more >>>

Australia | Travel 2003 en 2004 | Places of Interest | City and National Park

Fraser island (and Hervey Bay)

You can visit the largest sand island in the world which lies not too far from Hervey Bay. Renting a jeep and drive yourself (with other backpackers) on the beach and on gravel roads is the most unique way to get to know this amazing island. Read more >>>

Australia | Travel 2003 en 2004 | Places of Interest | City and Island

Kakadu National Park and Darwin

Near the capital of Northern Australia (Darwin) is one of the country's most popular nature parks; you can see jumping crocodiles, take a look at Aboriginal drawings and ofcourse untouched nature in the beautiful Kakadu National Park. Read more >>>

Australia | Travel 2003 en 2004 | Places of Interest | City and National Park

Magnetic Island (and Townsville)

Townsville is the getaway of the Magnetic Island. On this island you can enjoy beautiful sand beaches where you can sunbath but also snorkel. Closeby you can visit a large group of Koala bears and/or make a hike in the forest. Read More >> 

Australia | Travel 2003 en 2004 | Places of Interest | City and Island

Melbourne

Melbourne is the second city of Australia and the big counterpart of popular Sydney. It’s a progressive, cultural and fashionable city. Relaxed, with lots of greenery and multicultural with a few highlights. Famous because the Australian Open tennis tournament is annually  organized here. Read More. 

Australia | Travel 2003 en 2004 | Places of Interest | City

Mission Beach

Mission Beach is a little paradise with a beautiful beach but also with rainforest. Licuala is the main village where most tourist stay. In the forest you have to watch out because it’s possible you encounter the endangered species of cassowaries.  Read more >>>

Australia | Travel 2003 and 2004 | Travel Story | Beach

Sydney

Sydney is possible the most beautiful city in Australia. Maybe it’s even the most appealing and coolest city on the continent; everyone knows the Opera House, the famous bridge and Bondi Beach - Sydney is a party. Read more >>>

Australia | Travel 2003 en 2004 | Places of Interest | City

Whitsunday Islands and Airlie Beach

From Airlie Beach you can organize a boat trip yourself or with a group that will take you to one of the world's most beautiful and spectacular beaches - the Whitsunday Islands. Read more >>>

Australia | Travel 2003 en 2004 | Places of Interest | City and Island

Woodend

The only time I went for a WOOF-er-job was in the village of Woodend, 1,5 hours driving north of Melbourne. In a big farmhouse including a big piece of forest I helped out in the garden and in the house. Read more >>>

Australia | Travel 2003 and 2004 | Travel Story | WOOF