As a continent sized country there is a variety of diverse places to go in Australia; from tropical rainforests and coral reefs of Queensland to the fiery red deserts of Uluru and the Northern Territory. The regions are all remarkable in their own rights, and totally different, you could be surfing the shores of Perth and Western Australia or exploring popular cities such as Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane. The list truly is never-ending and with so much to do Australia is perfect for a tailor made holiday.
Where to go in Australia
Where to go in Australia
Western Australia
Famous for its long days of sunshine, spotless blue skies and brilliant beaches, Western Australia is a great place to experience some rather...
Tasmania
Fjords, bays, magnificent beaches and dramatic sea cliffs make this one of the best places to visit in Australia.
Victoria
Enjoy Melbourne's cultural scene, take to the Great Ocean Road, and follow bushwalking trails.
Sydney & New South Wales
With a stunning natural setting, Sydney is Australia's leading city, known worldwide for its spectacular harbour and the iconic Opera House.
South Australia
Home to the Southern Outback, ocean, the city of Adelaide, and the wildlife wonder of Kangaroo Island.
Uluru & The Northern Territory
At the heart of Australia is the ‘Red Centre’, a dry, sparsely vegetated and even more sparsely populated region of the country.
Queensland
Queensland boasts beautiful beaches, perfect islands and the razzle-dazzle of the Gold Coast.
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What to do in Australia
The Blue Mountains
Take a trip into the gorges and escarpments of the Blue Mountains, inaccessible to all but the keenest of bush walkers and locals who know their...
Sydney City Tour
Take a private guided tour around Sydney, seeing all the best features of this fantastic city.
Top End Tours with Sab Lord
Australia’s vast Northern Territory is a magnificent blend of ancient Aboriginal heritage, striking landscapes and varied wildlife, and no...
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Luxury Hotels in Australia
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Ovolo Woolloomooloo
Situated in an old wool and cargo factory, the Blue Hotel has had a major facelift and is now the Ovolo Woolloomooloo – a luxury hotel combining...
Saffire Freycinet
With sweeping views across the Hazard Mountains, Saffire is a lodge bridging luxury and the great Tasmanian wilderness.
COMO The Treasury
COMO The Treasury occupies a 19th century state building in the historical heart of Perth and is the perfect base to explore the capital of Western...
Pier One Sydney Harbour
Part of the Marriott’s Autograph Collection, Pier One Sydney Harbour is superbly positioned on the spectacular waterfront, with views of the...
Spicers Potts Point
Fusing contemporary design with Victorian architecture, Spicers Potts Point is a boutique inner city hotel with enough charm to match its hip...
Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Located on 145 acres of private headland near Port Douglas, the lovely Thala Beach Nature Reserve offers guests the best of both rainforest and...
Jackalope
Daringly different, the design focused Jackalope is a luxurious contemporary property in the heart of the lush Mornington Peninsula wine region.
Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef
Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef is an exclusive safari camp in the white sand dunes of Western Australia’s Cape Range National Park.
El Questro Homestead
Set in one million acres of remote wilderness in the Kimberley region, the El Questro Homestead is in a fairly awe-inspiring location, and is...
Cape Lodge
A boutique hotel in the heart of the Margaret River wine region, Cape Lodge is set in its own vineyard.
Orion Cruises
Offering expeditions rather than cruises, the Orion has been purpose-built to take travellers to the most inaccessible areas around Australasia...
Windmills Break
Named after a nearby surf beach and located in Yallingup – the ‘Place of Love’ – Windmills Break proposes a series of luxury rooms for...
Pullman Resort Bunker Bay
Perched on the northern point of Cape Naturaliste in the Margaret River is this luxury beachfront accommodation. Luscious gardens are the setting...
True North
Anyone who baulks at the word ‘cruise’ should cast aside their preconceptions and read on, because True North is more than just a boat; she’s...
The Henry Jones Art Hotel
Housed in a former jam factory on Hobart’s waterfront, the Henry Jones Art Hotel is – as the name suggests – a dedicated art hotel with...
The Islington Hotel
Dating back to 1847, the Islington is a boutique hotel with the feel of a private home located in the former penal colony of Hobart.
Cradle Mountain Lodge
Located on the edge of the Cradle Mountain National Park, Cradle Mountain Lodge brings a dollop of luxury into the rugged and mountainous landscape.
Freycinet Lodge
Located in the Freycinet National Park, Freycinet Lodge is in a superb location on the waterfront, overlooking Tasmania’s Oyster Bay.
The Lyall
A contemporary hotel in the fashionable South Yarra district of Melbourne.
Park Hyatt Melbourne
Surrounded by Victorian architecture and close to the central shopping district, the Park Hyatt Melbourne enjoys a wonderful location. Guests...
Wolgan Valley
In the midst of a 4,000-acre conservancy reserve, Wolgan Valley is an Aussie bush station, but with bells on.
Capella Lodge
World Heritage-listed Lord Howe Island is a crescent-shaped sub-tropical island in the South Pacific Ocean, a two-hour flight from Sydney.
Four Seasons Sydney
With views over the infamous Sydney Harbour - Opera House et al - the Four Season’s location is undeniably good.
Paperbark Camp
An authentic bush retreat in the untouched Jervis Bay, and on the edge of three National Parks, Paperbark Camp is the perfect antidote to city life.
Park Hyatt Sydney
The hotel Park Hyatt Sydney is right on the water's edge of Sydney Harbour, with spectacular views of the famous Harbour Bridge and the Sydney...
The Byron
Set within a stunning 45-acre rainforest, the hotel is just minutes from the unspoiled Tallow Beach.
Arkaba
The quintessential Aussie homestead, Arkaba sits in the heart of a 60,000 acre private conservancy between craggy sandstone bluffs and dry creek...
Southern Ocean Lodge
The award-winning Southern Ocean Lodge is located on Kangaroo Island off the south coast, not far from Adelaide.
Lifetime Private Retreats
Located on the tip of the Bay of Shoals on the eastern coast of Kangaroo Island, Lifetime Private Retreats offers visitors complete serenity...
North Bundaleer
A former private homestead, North Bundaleer has been restored to its former glory and is now a luxury boutique guesthouse.
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Language: English
Currency: Australian Dollar
Visa: Required
Religion: Catholic
Food & Drink: Vegemite, Pie Floater, Chiko Roll
Time difference:
GMT +10 hrs
Flight from London:
19:45 hrs
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