Australia 2025
Explore Cairns: Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest
With two world heritage sites standing side-by-side, Cairns and its surrounding area is an adventurer’s paradise. Located in the northern part of Queensland, the city forms the gateway to UNESCO’s The Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest. The area’s tropical jungles are home to a rare tree-dwelling kangaroo species as well as cassowaries, Australia’s most dangerous bird. For a chance to view these rare creatures, embark on exhilarating adventures like white-water rafting down the Tully and South Johnstone rivers, swimming in crocodilefree mountain pools, and hiking in the Daintree Rainforest. When it comes to exploring the vibrant coral ecosystems of the Great Barrier Reef, snorkeling, diving, and glass-bottom boats are all great options. Urban options include walks along the esplanade, home to an artificial lagoon, and outings to the Cairns Night Markets. Local culture can be experienced at the Cairns Museum and Cairns Art Gallery.
Discover Brisbane: A city of Culture and Adventure
Touted as one of 2019’S top destinations by Travel + Leisure, Queensland’s capital city of Brisbane offers an inviting mix of cultural, gastronomical, and nature-inspired experiences. Channel your inner adventurer by climbing the iconic Story Bridge for panoramic city views. Explore the districts of the city, each with its own personality expressed in culinary creativity and artistic venues. Enjoy a seasonal cocktail or modern Australian fare from the many trendy bars and cafés spilling onto treelined sidewalks or find retail therapy at the expansive Queen Street Mall or Brisbane Arcade. The Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), performance venues, and galleries, which offer various options for art and entertainment. Historic pubs, farmers’ markets, hiking trails, and the vibrant Fortitude Valley district provide additional opportunities for exploration.
Sydney: Australia’s Iconic Urban Playground
Capital of New South Wales and one of Australia’s largest cities, Sydney wows visitors with its iconic attractions, rich culture, and hyperenergetic atmosphere. From swimming at world-famous Bondi and Manly beaches and embarking on the adrenaline-charged BridgeClimb experience to discovering kangaroos and koalas at the Taronga Zoo and impressive landscapes at the Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney thrills the spirit like few other destinations. Culture thrives with performances at the internationally acclaimed Sydney Opera House and displays at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia and Art Gallery of NSW. Australian designer goods can be found across the city, whether at The Intersection in Paddington, The Rocks, or in Darling Harbour. If time remains after the city’s long list of to-dos, venture beyond its limits for a day-trip to the UNESCO-designated Blue Mountains.
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