Australia

Many people dream of taking an Australian vacation. For U.S. residents, it combines the lure of the exotic with the comfort of the familiar. After all, Australia is a safe democracy, a former British colony, with a population that speaks English and an area that’s roughly the size of the U.S. Yet it features so much found nowhere else in the world, including 80 percent of its plant and animal species, the Great Barrier Reef, the vast Outback and its ancient Aboriginal culture.

Perhaps the most daunting aspect of an Australia vacation is deciding where to go; the country is so large and varied that many who travel to Australia stay for a matter of weeks, not days. First-time visitors will likely want a “Reef, Rock and Harbour” combination. An Australia beach vacation wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the Great Barrier Reef, accessed from tropical north Queensland. The area abounds with kid-friendly resorts, making it ideal for an Australia family vacation. Another top attraction is Uluru/Ayers Rock in the Northern Territory, Australia’s most recognizable icon. Rising from the desert plain, this sandstone monolith is sacred to the Aboriginal people. Sydney, another must-see, is Australia’s oldest and largest city. Its many attractions include the world-famous harbor with a bridge that visitors can climb up, fabulous beaches, the architecturally distinctive Sydney Opera House and a sophisticated vibe. The country’s second-largest city, stylish Melbourne, is also a popular destination during a vacation in Australia, and is known as Australia’s cultural and sports capital.

U.S. citizens visiting Australia must have a passport that’s valid for six months after their scheduled return date. They must also have an Electronic Travel Authority visa. It takes about 14 hours to fly to Australia from the West Coast. To cover the vast distances within the country, many people fly or take the train. Rental cars are also available; driving is on the left. Australia features many climates and types of terrain. The warmest time of year is the summer, from December through February.

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