Travel, with all its associated activities, keeps the body youthful and the soul happy. You’re never too old for an adventure. Fresh air, nourishing sea water, and lush green forests are the perfect combination for the perfect getaway.
In this post, we listed the most scenic spots in Australia for your next vacation.
- Great Ocean Road, Victoria
There’s no valid reason why the Great Ocean Road shouldn’t be in your top places to visit. The beautiful coast is probably one of the most photographed destinations in Australia. Many Australians make it a point to visit this wonderful spot atleast once in their lives. While a road trip is great to see experience the various scenic spots, if you can stay longer, Port Campbell National Park is the highlight. It’s where the popular spots like the twelve apostles and Loch Ard Gorge are located.
- Margaret River, Western Australia
If you have a passion for dining and the outdoors, the Margaret River region is the place where you should be. It is home to over 150 amazing wineries, an excellent number of breweries, breathtaking beaches, gourmet food and coffee shops, cheese makers, mysterious caves, lush forests to explore, bike, or trek, and of course, a beautiful ocean to surf and frolick. What more can you ask for?
- Whitsunday Islands, Queensland
Are you fond of magical beaches and secluded bays? Whitsunday Islands is made up of 74 islands that resembles a tropical paradise perfect for beach bummers and honeymooners. If you believe in second, third, and fourth honeymoons, it’s time to pack a suitcase with your spouse.
- Broome, Western Australia
Broome has that vibe of a charming coastal town with beautiful sunsets over the Cable Beach. A fantastic vacation spot for laidback couples and serenity-loving Aussies and tourists.
- Byron Bay, NSW
The adrenaline-packed seaside town is a home for surfers, yogis, spa lovers, spiritual retreats, and backpackers. Although the population of tourists are mostly younger people having the best time of their lives, it doesn’t mean that you will not enjoy your stay here.
- Freycinet National Park, Tasmania
Known for Wineglass Bay, Freycinet offers some of the best walking and hiking trails in Tasmania. There is so much to do in this beautiful area that will get your heart rate raising and your muscles toned.
- Great Barrier Reef
If you love the ocean, there is no way you haven’t heard of the Great Barrier Reef. It is after all Australia’s greatest contribution to Earth’s natural wonders. Dive, swim, snorkel, and feast your eyes on the best coral reef gardens in the world.
- Daintree Rainforest, Queensland
Estimated to be 110 million year old, the Daintree Rainforest is just too beautiful to pass up on. A visit to this rainforest is a life experience you’ll never forget. It houses two World Heritage sites, the Daintree and the Great Barrier Reef.
- Fraser Island, Queensland
What to do in the largest sand island in the world? You can visit the 75 Mile Beach, Eli Creek, Maheno shipwreck, Lake Mackenzie, Indian Head, and Champagne Pools, and have the best time of your life. Or take a 4×4 adventure on Fraser’s 123 km long, 23 km wide beach.
- Rottnest Island, Western Australia
If you make it to Perth, don’t miss Rottnest, or Rotto as the locals call it. It has over 60 beaches and bays that are best for fishing, snorkeling, diving, and kayaking. It’s easily one of the most beautiful destinations in Australia.
What is your favorite vacation place in Australia and why? Let us know in the comments.