Grab your hiking shoes and head to the park! Park Vacations are the best way to experience nature, whether you are choosing to make a day or a week out of this inspiring experience. Kids will love to find little creatures and rocks as you hike along. To get a more relaxing experience, take a picnic lunch and a blanket and spend the day soaking in the sun. For a park experience like no other, head to a famous national park that is known for its unique geological features and be sure to bring a camera. ...read more »
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photo by Johnny CramerSydney
Brash and beautiful, Sydney sits nestled in the sandstone cliffs overlooking Sydney Harbor, basking in its role as a gateway for travelers, a mecca of culture and a playground for tourists and its five million residents alike. History abounds in Victori... read more »
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photo by PamelaPerth
The most isolated capital in the world, Perth is home to some of the greatest natural beauty in all of Australia. From the lush flower-topped Kings Park to the warm beaches of Rottnest Island, there are plenty of places for vacationers to relax and take... read more »
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photo by Gary&CathyMelbourne
Melbourne is a popular international getaway, known for being a great location for backpacking and sightseeing travelers. There are various museums and convention centers around the city, as well as numerous international restaurants, Irish pubs, and tr... read more »
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photo by Samba SamDarwin
One of the most relaxed, multicultural cities in the world, Darwin is a great destination for those traveling around Australia or Indonesia. The outback, beaches and gardens are all here, as well as an ethnically diverse night market, a waterfall-lined... read more »
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photo by The Newell PostUluru National Park (Ayers Rock)
This massive rock formation in the heart of Australia offers travelers a sight not found anyplace else in the world. The rock appears to change color at different times of the day, from brown to purple to red. The Aborigines believe that the rock holds... read more »
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photo by Adro&SeanBrisbane
Brisbane is a beautiful subtropical city in Southeastern Australian and an excellent diversion for travelers down under. There are various parklands, botanical gardens, biking trails and rock climbing areas across the city, allowing for several vacation... read more »
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photo by Bill BensonAlice Springs
For those travelers looking for the classic Australian outback, the town of Alice Springs certainly delivers. Desert and caravan parks scatter the landscape, while the massive Uluru rock formations changing color makes for a spectacular sight. read more »
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photo by Gary&CathyCairns
Cairns is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Australia, and for good reason. The Great Barrier Reef is only a few hours away, and the city is filled with lagoons, rainforests and coastlines. Many visitors have noted that the climate is simi... read more »
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photo by ScottAKarijini National Park
The second largest park in Western Australia, Karijini National Park is a nature lovers’ dream. From gorges and waterfalls to diverse animal species, and crystal clear rock pools, this park is spectacular to behold. Hiking, diving, and bird-watching are... read more »
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photo by rlrpatonLaunceston
This small Tasmanian city offers natural and man-made wonders every traveler can enjoy. A massive gorge with suspension bridges and lifts is one attraction, while city parks and vineyards offer more subdued settings. Inland, there are historic houses an... read more »
Top Five Park Trip Blogs
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waterhole hopping in karijini national park | Oct 10 08'
"There is a town in WA called Wittenoom, but don't try to find it on your map beacause it won't be there"
the storm that tried to catch us in exmouth continued to loom on the horizon for the next 700ks of driving but i think it arrived in karijini bef... Continue reading »
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Fourth Leg: Melbourne | Nov 24 07'
"The London Bridge has an interesting story. It used to be connected to the mainland until it literally fell down (as per the song) 7 years ago."
Everyone in Sydney kept telling me that everyone in Melbourne was prudish and proper, but I can't make that big of a genera... Continue reading »
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A Great Place to Settle: Katoomba/Sydney, Day 2 | Nov 20 07'
"It makes life hard when you are just waiting for the rain to come, and the wait can be a long one."
At 7:30, we were up and on the phone, trying to cancel our excursion for today to the Blue Mountains outside of Sydney. We were hoping to spend mor... Continue reading »
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Great Barrier Reef | Mar 28 08'
"Scuba, sharks, turtles, crocs -- a fantastic ending!!"
You cannot go to the Reef without trying the introductory scuba dive. I had never tried it before and Scott had just once about 15 years ago in Mex... Continue reading »
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Mt Buffalo & Blue Mountains Natl Parks | Mar 05 08'
"She's a Beauty!"
Have you ever been called a fun squasher??? Well, I have as of this week. I guess we all get a little sassy after a couple of long driving days, bu... Continue reading »
