Australia the trip of a lifetime

I have been lucky enough to visit Australia on a few occasions. Australia has a positive feel good atmosphere and offers something for everyone, it feels to me like the land of opportunity. It’s a huge country and has everything. Amazing beaches, contrasting cities, rainforests, an abundance of wildlife both on land and in sea, magnificent countryside with mountains, gorges and rainforests and some of the best wine regions in the world and much more. Here is a whistle stop tour of my last trip to Australia.

I flew from London to Perth for our first stop in Australia. Perth has a laid-back vibe and is a very easy-going city. This is Australia’s sunniest capital. I spent time exploring the city by bike as there are some fantastic cycle paths along the beautiful Swan river. For the best views of the city take a visit to Kings Park where you get a sweeping view across the city. The public transport system is very reliable and a great way to explore the surrounding areas and some of the magnificent beaches Perth has to offer such as Scarborough and Cottesloe. I would recommend a relaxing wine tasting river cruise along the Swan river which includes stops at some magnificent vineyards along the way.

From Perth I flew to Sydney. The instant you land in Sydney there is a different atmosphere. Sydney is probably my favourite destination in the world. When you see the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge it really is jaw dropping. There is so much to see and do in and around Sydney. Jump on a ferry from the harbour across to one of the many beaches such as the world-famous Bondi beach. Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge for the best views of the city. Dine in one of hundreds of world class eateries that Sydney has to offer. Just a short drive from Sydney are the beautiful Blue Mountains and the Hunter wine valley which I was lucky enough to visit and are worth a trip.

From Sydney I flew to Cairns and had a couple days rest – or some would say fly and flop, before heading by road to Port Douglas. Port Douglas is about 40 miles north of Cairns and is a small sophisticated town which has a lovely village like feel. The main street has boutique shops and some lovely restaurants and has a unique atmosphere. A place I would recommend and return too. It has a beautiful and virtually untouched 4-mile beach. This a is great place to explore the Great barrier reef with numerous types of trips available. Seeing the Great Barrier Reef really is an incredible experience. Port Douglas, where rainforest meets reef.

Australia, the trip of a lifetime.