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Barossa Valley e Barossa is arguably Australias most famous wine destination. It could easily take weeks to explore everything that the local wineries have to o er. Margaret River Imagine stepping out of world class surf and into a world class wine region. Its a unique mlange of local character that has made the Margaret River region one of the most unique wine regions in the world. With a tight-knit community of wine makers, the area is known across the world for its high-quality and innovative wine production. Yarra Valley e Yarra Valley has much to o er seasoned beverage consumers. e region plays host to some amazing wineries and breweries, which exhibit insight into how Australias liquid treasures have evolved. Hunter Valley Whether youre cellar door tasting at one of the plethora of the regions wineries or picnicking beside an open re, youll never be far from a good drop of wine in the Hunter Valley. Add to this the wide array of activities from hot-air ballooning to jazz festivals and youve got the perfect mix of relaxation and action.

WINE

Adelaide Central Market Fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, seafood, gourmet cheeses, bakery products, sweets, nuts and health foods. eyre all ready for the taking in the South Australian capital. NSW South Coast Seafood is more than just food in Australia; its a lifestyle. And theres no better place to experience the lifestyle than on the NSW South Coast. With beachside dining spots, shermens co-ops, chic restaurants and peaceful riverside oyster bars, you wont be able to escape beautifully fresh local produce from the sea. Mornington Peninsula Gourmet cuisine is the norm in the Mornington Peninsula. All stages of the food process are represented here, and from producer to the plate youll have access to inspirationally good food.

FOOD

Daintree Rainforest Go horse riding through the rainforest during the morning, escape from the sultry heat in the crystal clear Mossman River in the afternoon and camp overnight in Australias largest tropical rainforest. e array of activities available in this area is testament to its ecological diversity. Kangaroo Island Isolated from mainland Australia, Kangaroo Island has become a refuge of animal multiplicity. Its name is belied by the many species that call the island home such as goannas, bandicoots, wallabies, possums, echidnas and a large population of koalas and fur seals. Magnetic Island Bushwalking through Magnetic Island at dawn will be an experience to write home about. Youll see wild koalas, amazing native birds and at dusk youll be able to feed the friendly rock wallabies.

WILDLIFE

TarraWarra Museum of Art Situated in the rolling hills of the Yarra Valley, the TarraWarra Museum of Art holds some of Australias best modern art exhibitions. e building itself is also one of Victorias nest architecture works. Museum of Contemporary Art e Museum of Contemporary Art in Sydney is the leading museum in Australia dedicated to exhibiting and collecting contemporary art. e opening of the redeveloped MCA in March 2012 heralds a marquee event on the international art calendar. Melbourne Laneway Commissions - e City of Melbourne has a proud history of public art with its streets and laneways providing the canvases for a wide range of contemporary artworks. South Australian Heritage Buildings & Towns Streetscapes and buildings from times of old make South Australia a diverse cultural destination. Stately old homes, churches and sites will help you unlock Australias rich history.

CULTURE

Lord Howe Island is natural paradise is the closest island getaway to Sydney. e crystal lagoon is bordered by the worlds most southerly coral reef, making it a unique travel destination. Whitsundays e hardest choice youll have to make in the Whitsunday Islands is choosing between relaxation and excitement. Hire a yacht and sail between the 74 islands dotted across Queenslands tropical coast, scuba dive among the Great Barrier Reef or fall asleep on Whitehaven Beach. Lizard Island Lizard Island is a remote and relatively untouched destination reserved for a select few lucky visitors. With 24 powdery-white beaches, its like nowhere else in the world and a perfect vantage point for Great Barrier Reef exploration.

ISLANDS

Blue Mountains e aesthetic beauty of the Blue Mountains is indisputable. As morning mist recedes from large, cavernous gorges, visitors play witness seemingly never-ending rows of lush green gum trees. Take the Zig-Zag Railway and witness the ree Sisters sandstone rock formations or drive to the close by Jenolan Caves for a haunting underground perspective of the area. Walls of Jerusalem National Park A four hour bushwalk is the only way youll get into the Walls of Jerusalem National Park in Tasmania. Once you arrive though, youll be mesmerized by wildlife incomparable to anywhere else in Australia. Bask in the splendour overnight, but be sure to rug up! Kakadu National Park Although fairly remote, Kakadu National Park is well-worth the journey. Witness biodiversity on a whole new level with everything from savanna wood lands to sweeping oodplains and distinctly Aboriginal mythos.

NATIONAL PARKS

Great Ocean Road out of Melbourne Enjoy this scenic drive along the coast where youll have green hills on one side and sandstone cli s sharply rising out of the ocean on the other. If youre feeling car sick, itll also be just another excuse to stop over at one of the lovely villages as well! Sydney to Brisbane Take the inland route and witness true Aussie bush land. Although the Paci c Highway is quicker, itll give you less of a sense of the true Australia. Spirit of Tasmania Sailing from Melbourne to Tasmania, the Spirit of Tasmania allows you to take your vehicle to our most isolated state. It might not be on the road, but it involves a car, and if youre heading to Tassie, its the best way to get there. Oodnadatta Track Head west from Marree along the red gibber plains of the legendary Oodnadatta Track. Be sure to stop at Farina the ruins that now exist as a relic to a once thriving township.

DRIVING

Coorong Wilderness Lodge Guests can learn about the area's traditional owners and inhabitants, the Ngarrindjeri people by experiencing their way of life through guided tours and bush tucker training. Ku-ring-gai National Park Home to the Darug people (the traditional Aboriginal land owners), the many rock painting speckled throughout this bush land provide insights into their hunter gatherer past. Murujuga e rock art at Murujuga (Burrup Peninsula) is said to be the world's largest collection of rock engravings. It includes images of extinct animals such as ylacine, and documents Aboriginal activities prior to the last ice age.

INDIGENOUS

Treachery Beach is beach is a perfect camping destination for the outdoor types. Only a three hour drive from Sydney and with a plethora of surrounding beaches, the journey to Treacherys ivory coloured shore is well worth the trip. Byron Bay Byron Bay is a town that has become known for its unique local character. Locals are among the most chilled out people youll ever come across, and who could blame them? With beaches like e Pass and amazing markets, their is lifestyle highly desirable. Stay at the Byron @ Byron for a true local experience. Hill End A historic village with a living community, featuring original gold rush streetscapes and buildings dating back to the 1850s. Conserved much as it was in its heyday, it's the perfect place to relive the early gold mining days of 19th century New South Wales. Western Plains Zoo - With over 3sq km of wild and wonderful bush land and 700 animals, the Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo o ers a safari adventure right in the heart of New South Wales.

NEW SOUTH WALES

Longreach Located in the middle of Queensland, a visit to Longreach is a true outback experience. Soak up the historical spirit of the arid outback community and try your hand at shearing a sheep in a real working sheep station. Australia Zoo Check out the home of the late Crocodile Hunter, Steve Irwin, and support a zoo that supports conservation. Fraser Island is World Heritage Listed island will blow your mind. With bright blue water anking lush rainforests on all sides, there is no escape from true natural beauty and biodiversity.

QUEENSLAND

Bright e North East Valleys at the foot of the Victorian Alps are not just a gateway to snow covered peaks such as Mt. Bu alo, Mt. Hotham and Falls Creek. ey have their own intrinsic beauty and host some very ne gourmet fare producers. Phillip Island Phillip Island has been made famous by its fairy penguin watching and race course, however it is also revered as an amazing sur ng location with hidden attractions like the Phillip Island Chocolate Factory. Mans eld Famous since ' e Man from Snowy River', the Mans eld and High Country region has some majestic countryside, and is popular amongst water skiers and snow skiers alike.

VICTORIA

Flinders Ranges Drive through picturesque mountain ranges that transform quickly into desert and experience one of the roads less travelled within Australia. Stay the night at the historic Prarie Hotel and become a local. Port Lincoln If you need a hit of adrenaline, depart from Port Lincoln via boat and visit the famous and beautiful Neptune Islands, where you can dive (within a cage) with Great White Sharks! Murray River Take a paddle-wheeler cruise down the Murray River. What better way to experience the rich legacy of old riverside ports than to drift unhurried and quietly on top of one of Australias iconic national treasures.

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

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