On this lost continent of koalas, kangaroos and kookaburras, trendy modernity meets one of the world’s last true wildernesses. From the soaring white wings of the Sydney Opera House to the sunburnt outback, this country is unlike any you’ve ever known.

Australia is the perfect playground for the adventurous traveller. From spectacular hikes past towering Ayers Rock, sacred to the Aborigines, and through the lush Daintree Rainforest to boat rides in crocodile-filled Kakadu National Park; from diving among sea turtles, dolphins, and colourful fish along the legendarily rich Great Barrier Reef to surfing some of the world’s best waves, the possibilities are endless.

Take a trip into the dusty outback and let yourself be swallowed up by true isolation before returning to the comfort of Australia’s cosmopolitan coastal cities. Multicultural Melbourne boasts innovative art, music and design as well as delicious fusion cuisine in a setting of Victorian architecture and English-style squares; here a laid-back bohemian spirit contrasts with the extreme chic of luxury boutiques on Collins Street.

From Sydney’s stunning harbour to its most famous surf spot, Bondi Beach, Australia’s biggest city awes the visitor with its sunny beauty. Enjoy the wonderful shopping and dining in The Rocks neighbourhood or venture out after dark to discover the city’s vibrant nightlife.     

Whether in the inland wilds or the bustling coast, enjoy a holiday Down Under, where the sun always shines, the people are always smiling and you’ll learn new things every day.