Australia

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Sydney's Hidden Gems on a Luxury Yacht Charter

Sydney Harbour—a dazzling panorama of iconic landmarks and postcard-perfect beauty—beckons travelers worldwide. But for the discerning adventurer seeking an escape beyond the ordinary, a private yacht charter unlocks a treasure trove of hidden gems.

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Jason deCaires Taylor: The Ocean Siren at Australia's MOUA, Museum of Underwater Art

Here's the latest commission by the Museum of Underwater Art, located in Townsville, North Queensland, on the Great Barrier Reef.

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Jason deCaires Taylor: Ocean Sentinels at Australia's MOUA, Museum of Underwater Art

Here's the latest addition to the Museum of Underwater Art, located in Townsville, North Queensland, on the Great Barrier Reef. It is Australia's only underwater museum, and the latest project by one of our very favorite artists, Jason deCaires Taylor (read our articles about his global underwater art here, and explore ALL of the underwater museums here).

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For the Love of Aussie Wildlife

To our Wandering Educator community,

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All You Need to Know: 15 Australia Travel Tips

Australia—it’s on everyone’s bucket list…and for good reason! There’s an extraordinary amount of things to see, do, taste, and experience in this remarkable country.
 
Here are our best Australia Travel Tips…
 
All You Need to Know: 15 Australia Travel Tips
 

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12 Quirky Places to Discover in and Around Melbourne

History, animals, tennis, cricket, art, festivals, history, museums, culinary delights, beaches, music, and cafés around every corner...where are you? Why, Melbourne, of course! This city is an incredible place to visit, as there is so much to see and do.

Besides the aforementioned, Melbourne is packed with quirky treats. 

Here are a dozen of our favorites:

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5 experiences you should have as a first-time visitor to Sydney

The idea of being in a new city is exciting. You get to learn new things, interact with new people, and see different ways of life. People travel to have new experiences and create great memories. Australia is known to be a multicultural nation, which means that it has people of different nationalities either visiting or living there.

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How To Travel Around Australia

Australia has a lot to offer its tourists – great weather, beautiful landscapes, super-sized wildlife, and a relaxed lifestyle. If you’re a visitor from oversees, you are most likely to visit the country’s main cities – Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and Perth. These cities are the most populated on the continent, and the rest of land, especially in Western Australia, is sparsely populated.

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How to explore Australia independently - and on a budget

Have you always wanted to travel around Australia, but are concerned about the high costs? You’re right to be worried - it is one of the most expensive places to travel, and tours are expensive. BUT! Never fear - we’ve got a slew of budget travel tips for you, so that you can explore Australia on your own terms, on your own schedule, on your own budget. YOU can pick the things you want to see, do, eat, and explore - and have the trip of a lifetime while doing so.
 

Visiting Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia

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Feb 07, 2018 / 0 comments

If you haven't wanted to visit Port Douglas before reading this, you surely will after. It's a tropical oasis just north of Cairns, on the northeast coast of Australia. It's the only place in the whole world with two World Heritage sites - the Great Barrier Reef (sigh) and the Daintree Rainforest.

Visiting Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia

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