When it comes to international travel a lot of people often instantly think of the sandy beaches of Mexico or the beautiful sites of the many historically rich European capitals. Though the more recent traveling trends might surprise many. A lot of people are looking for different sights and adventures when they travel. This means a lot of people will seek destinations that feel like they have something new and fun to offer. Many have turned their eyes to Asia and even further south of south America. One great destination that often gets overlooked when talking about popular travel locations is Australia. The land is down under as many treasures to offer to tourists despite its strict border laws. So let’s find out together why Australia is such a popular travel location amongst tourists.
Australia is known as the cradle of life for many strange and almost alien species found nowhere else. This might sound like a strange reason to visit a country but the concept alone of herds of Kangaroos roaming free or the opportunity to see Koalas in the wild is a big selling point for many animal lovers taken by wanderlust. A lot of Australia’s reputation regarding fauna comes from the late great Steve Irwin and his efforts to preserve said fauna by allowing the world to be in contact with it. Despite his passing, his family has taken over his endeavor and pursued his quest to protect the rare biodiversity of the Australian continent. For many, this is worth a trip, not only visiting the preserve but also having the chance to take a safari in the wilds to see what can be found there. Of course, a lot of said tourism has been amputated due to the fires but it is even more reason to help out Australian animal rescue efforts.
If you’re not a big fan of the outback well do not fear, you can find amazing beaches and even more impressive underwater magical sights to behold. Not far from Australia you can travel and visit the great reef barrier in open sea diving. Of course, it is not what it once was but many say that seeing it face to face is an unparalleled experience especially if you love all things aquatic. It truly puts in perspective the importance to protect our oceans and the life that inhabits them.
Many though prefer to stay out of the water and that’s where the beaches come in. Beaches can be found all around the coast of the country and many have been preserved with strict laws to make sure the damage done by tourism is minimal so both tourists and locals can continue enjoying said beaches for generations to come. Australia is also one if not the ultimate surfing destination in the world. Due to the swells Australia welcome, the waves are always good to surf meaning you do not have to wait for fair weather to hit the waves. The best place is of course on the south coast as the waves coming from Antarctica reach the coastline and offer the best surfing experience.
If you prefer staying in the city you will find that Sydney is an amazing cosmopolitan modern tourist destination. With its bustling music scene and amazing shopping districts, you will enjoy living the high-life Australian style. This will definitely break your idea that Australia is comparable to the wild west when it comes to deserts and deadly animals for sure. So make sure to really find what suits your interests best and you will find that Sydney has everything you need to make your travel experience unforgettable.
As you can see Australia has a lot to offer and often will find ways to surprise you with all the variety it has at its disposal. Whether you see yourself as an outback explorer hitting the desert or an animal lover sticking to preserves or even a surfing dude, Australia has you covered. It doesn’t matter if your traveling partners are businessmen from Tokyo or if they do irrigation repair in Victoria, BC Australia has a little bit of everything for everyone. Of course, Australia is much bigger than simply Sydney and the Outback but you will find that the way of life in Australia is pretty similar to most European countries or even the United States. It’s a great way to visit something new without being at a loss somewhere you don’t understand at all. The flight may take a lot of time but it is worth it to visit Australia!