Australia
Coral reefs, red Outback, and vibrant cities
Capital
Canberra
Best Time
Sep – Nov, Mar – May
Language
English
Currency
AUD ($)
Australia is a continent of staggering natural diversity—from the Great Barrier Reef's technicolor underwater world to the rust-red expanse of the Outback and the cosmopolitan energy of Sydney and Melbourne. Unique wildlife, Aboriginal culture spanning 65,000 years, and some of the world's finest wines await.
Highlights of Australia
Great Barrier Reef
The world's largest coral reef system—snorkel or dive among 1,500 species of fish.
Sydney
The Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach, and a world-class dining scene.
Uluru & the Outback
Sacred red monolith and vast desert landscapes under star-filled skies.
Great Ocean Road
One of the world's most scenic drives past the Twelve Apostles and lush rainforest.
Tasmania
Pristine wilderness, artisan food producers, and the MONA art museum.
Wildlife Encounters
Kangaroos, koalas, platypus, and whale watching along both coasts.