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Sydney has 37 ocean beaches, stretching from North Palm in the north to Cronulla in the south. There are also more than a dozen placid harbor beaches, including...more
see the Sydney guideIt may be the name of Sydney Harbour's busy ferry hub, but Circular Quay also encompasses the wide sweep of foreshore jammed with boutiques, restaurants, bars,...more
see the Sydney guideA diver's heaven, the reef is one of the world's biggest underwater preserves, and home to 1,500 varieties of fish and 400 types of coral—not to mention...more
see the Great Barrier Reef guideThis architecturally striking cultural complex in City Centre is built around an undulating paved area, which is encircled by bars, cafés, and...more
see the Melbourne guideThe outer reef—particularly Lizard Island —is home to some of the world's best game-fishing sites. Giant black marlin, sailfish, wahoo, Spanish...more
see the Great Barrier Reef guide2008 marks the 30th anniversary of Australia's foremost gay pride event: For those who marched in the original, it must seem like a thousand years since the...more
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The three-and-a-half-hour climb up and over the bridge, snaking along the girders, is thrilling, but not for the unfit—and best avoided on very windy or...more
see the Sydney guideMore than 200 native Australian wildlife species make their home in this natural bushland setting about an hour and 15 minutes' drive outside of Melbourne....more
see the Melbourne guideIf you're short on time or want a literal overview of North Queensland's two World Heritage Areas, helicopter is the way to go. In an hour-long scenic helitour...more
see the Great Barrier Reef guideThe restored 1930s amusement park is back, and entry is free (although the rides themselves will cost you; unlimited day passes are available). Grown-ups can...more
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