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Australia is a destination of striking contrasts, where world-class cities, vast outback landscapes, ancient rainforests, and iconic beaches all exist within one country. Travelers are drawn here for its unique wildlife, laid-back lifestyle, and the sheer variety of experiences, from snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef to watching the sun set over Uluru. Whether you are interested in food and culture in Sydney and Melbourne, wine regions in South Australia, or remote natural beauty in Tasmania and the Northern Territory, Australia offers a trip that can feel both adventurous and deeply relaxing.
Key highlights include driving the Great Ocean Road, exploring the reefs and islands of Queensland, surfing or swimming along the Gold Coast, and discovering Aboriginal cultural heritage across the country. For practical travel tips, remember that Australia is enormous, so domestic flights are often the most efficient way to cover long distances. Seasons are opposite to those in the Northern Hemisphere, and climate varies widely by region, so check local weather before planning. Book popular coastal destinations and major city stays in advance during peak periods, wear strong sun protection year-round, and allow extra time for nature-focused itineraries since many of the country’s best experiences are spread out.
The best time to visit Australia is in October and November, when travel popularity peaks and many regions enjoy pleasant spring weather, blooming landscapes, and excellent conditions for city sightseeing, coastal trips, and outdoor adventures. December is also a strong option for early summer energy, while January remains popular for beach travel, though it can be hotter and busier.
09/02/2023 from Otway NP Lorne to Cape Otway in Great Otway NP Birdsong wakes us up late and there is still silence in the small space. We start the day with muesli and pack our...
06.02.23 Who or what is Oliver Sassafras? When we wake up early in the morning, we don't know or know him or that yet. The blue sky and the sunshine make our spirits soar. With...
We are up early again, it's 8 degrees and people are walking around as if it were winter, I also have my red hat on, but I have showered with my hair and I don't want to catch...
05.02.23 The parrot greets daily - eieiei. And with sunshine. The new fashion: Don't eat where you sleep. So we set off and look for an exclusive breakfast spot. It is quickly...
02/04/23 As planned, we get up a bit earlier today, pack our things, and head out before breakfast. We drive to Newcastle and park Vicky at Sheppards Hill. On the way, we pass...
02/02/2023 from Geelong to Devonport - Tasmania We sleep in, the children from the neighborhood left yesterday evening, but they will come back this afternoon, the little pink...
We take our time, because today we only want to move to Geelong, passing Melbourne without stopping in the city. On the way to the highway, we find a café with WIFI and can...
31.01.23 The report presented today, Comes in the form of a poem. It is relatively short, Like a fleeting fart. Compared to the past few days, We sleep a bit longer....
27.01.23 Sleeping well in the big Double Tree Hilton bed. We wake up refreshed and have breakfast in the main building. The buffet is large and plentiful. With full stomachs, we...
25.01.2023 from Aberfeldy River Camping to 7 Miles Flat Creek in Alpine NP Animals didn't visit us yesterday, but we did see some stars, it was pitch dark and very quiet. We...
25.01.23 With thin walls and noisy neighbors, we wake up at 7 a.m. We try to drown out the noise with an audio play. It works moderately well and we doze off for a bit. Then we...
On Wednesday (11.01.23), I met the group for the first time that I will be exploring the East Coast of Australia with for the next 21 days. 20 women embarking on an adventurous...
13.01.23 Comfortably, we set the alarm clock three times later in the morning so that we finally get up shortly before 9 am. Marco goes to the office first to extend our stay at...
We start our day with a coffee in our hotel room and set off to Princetown. There, we see a kangaroo grazing in the distance. We continue to the Gibson Steps to see the Twelve...
View from our apartment
On our last full day in Tasmania, we drive to Bicheno, a small coastal town on the east coast of Tasmania. We walk along the beach and come to the rock beach, where we observe...
05.01.23 It's cold when waking up. It's not raining, but it's not warm either. We clean our dishes (as we often do in the morning) and take a warm shower before driving. Bombala...
Upon arriving in Cairns, we were excited for the booked snorkeling tour in the Great Barrier Reef. After a 90-minute boat ride with rough waves, we arrived at the platform....
Wir machen uns um 6 Uhr wieder auf den Weg zum Melbourne Airport. Heute fliegen wir nach Tasmanien, um die nächsten 7 Tage die Insel zu erkunden. Tasmanien ist der kleinste...
Now we are leaving Wagga Wagga for an important next stop on Stuart´s travel to meet the local wildlife: Kangaroo Valley. Already on our drive to Kangaroo Valley Stuart...
It is time to leave the koalas and Kangaroo Island and drive to New South Wales. At the Kangaroo Island ferry terminal we had to persuade Stuart with a big breakfast, that is a...
The journey from Sydney back to Melbourne (our last Australian destination) did not lead us along the coast, but through the Australian Alps in the hinterland. During this...
After what felt like an endless bus ride (40h) to the East Coast, we started to feel more comfortable. Normal humidity and only 32 degrees Celsius. We spent a few days in...
Sydney is a place of longing for us since a 3-day stopover in 1997. It took us 25 years to come back here (not counting layovers at the airport), and we were curious to see how...
Our next major destination was Sydney. There, our west-east crossing of the Australian continent will come to its natural end. We're not quite done yet (we'll be taking an...
Stuart in der bemalten Wüste
From Adelaide, we went directly back into nature: With the car ferry to Kangaroo Island - an island where many species of Australian wildlife can be found in the wild. Besides...
With a slight dissatisfaction in our luggage, we now had to leave the southwest corner. There were still a few things we would have liked to see, but in order to reach the...
Early morning start to bring our car to the Toyota service for the next 10k km service. With a coffee on the go from there in the courtesy bus back to our accommodation and then...
Stuart at Nature Window