Why You Should Travel To Australia in 2019

Traveling to Australia is one of the ultimate goals for a lot of travelers across the world. The country, although being relatively remote, has been one of the most popular travel destination over the past few years. With its stunning landscapes, serene beaches, diverse cultures, great food, lively cities and wonderful people, Australia appeals to travel enthusiasts of all kinds. Also, being one of the most tourist friendly nations in the world, visiting Australia becomes a truly unforgettable experience. If there is one destination that you should definitely visit in 2019, Australia has to be that place. Here are a few reasons why.

Beautiful Nature and Wildlife

Australia is gifted with some of the most amazing natural landscapes and wildlife. While the Great Barrier Reef and its marine life is unparalleled, natural wonders such as the sacred Uluru, Twelve Apostles, Fraser Island, Kakadu National Park, Blue Mountains and McKenzie Falls to name a few, are to be found across the entire country. Each of these places are not just renowned for their beauty and cultural significance, but are home to some of the most diverse species of wildlife. The biodiversity in Australia is magnificent owing to its remote geographical location and the ever-changing climatic conditions of the country. Whether it’s Kangaroos, Koalas, venomous snakes, colorful birds or the various reptiles, the fauna here borders on being rare.

Events all year

Australia has always been a host to some of the best events in the world, be it in sports, food festivals or art and culture. In 2019, there are some exciting events lined up across the country for the entire year. While Melbourne will be hosting marquee sports events such as the Australian Open, Boxing Day cricket test match and the Grand Prix, other sporting events such as the World Rafting Championships, World Surfing Championships, the Gold Coast Marathon and of course the Australian Rugby season are scheduled to happen in 2019 across different cities. Besides sports, some interesting Food festivals, Art Exhibitions and Community Events happen in Australia all year round. Events such as The Taste of Tasmania and Noosa Food & Wine festival are two of the most popular food festivals happening in the country in 2019. Experiencing at least some of these events, if not all, would be a memorable one that you will cherish for years to come.

Vibrant cities

Australia boasts of some of the most lively and yet diverse city life in the world. Cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Canberra have distinct facets of their own that are quite intriguing. Head off to Sydney and Gold Coast where you can enjoy a great nightlife, fine dining at high-end restaurants and sun-kissed white sand beaches. Melbourne, with its creative art scene and cool cafes, exudes a subtle hipster vibe that attracts a lot of travelers. At Adelaide, you can explore the beautiful vineyards, eco adventures and get a lovely countryside feel. Wherever you go, each and every city of Australia has something for you and also they exude certain shades of the Aussie culture.

Paradise for Adventure Lovers

If you are into the kind of travel that gives you an extra dose of adrenaline rush, then Australia is the place you should be.The ever changing topography of this country provides adventure lovers a wide range of exciting activities across some of the most stunning landscapes. Exploring the famous Australian Outback – a vast inland, remote region comprising of spectacular deserts and significant rocky monoliths – is one of the most thrilling experiences sought after by travelers across the world. Rent a car that suits your needs and drive through the outback on the Stuart Highway with the never ending deserts on either side of the roads. For a unique and breathtaking experience, head over to Talbot Bay where you can take a ride through the Horizontal Waterfalls – a phenomena that has been hailed as Australia’s Most Unusual Natural Wonder by Sir David Attenborough. Move to the eastern coast where you can scuba dive or snorkel as you get to explore the stunning marine ecosystem of the Great Barrier Reef. There are a lot more activities that you can do such as climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge, hiking the Blue Mountains, exploring Fraser islands etc. In Fact, as you explore Australia to fulfill your adventurous soul you might find even more unforgettable experiences yourself.

Barbecue, Wine and Coffee

When we talk about Aussie culture, the three things that always get a mention are Barbeque, Wine and Coffee. The Australians’ love for barbeque and various meats is well known all over the world. In fact, one of the most popular summertime activity in Australia is barbeque evenings and glasses of wine. Gone are the days when it was assumed that Australians drink only beer. With the regional vineyards producing some of the world’s best wines, wine has become a part of the culture in Australia along with their lesser known love for coffee. People say that Australians are quite serious about their coffee and that is evident from the quality of coffee served across the cafes in the country, especially in Melbourne. Melbourne has a cool coffee culture owing to the numerous cool artsy cafes all over the city. Experience the best of barbeque, wine and coffee while you are in Australia.

A country like Australia is a gift for travelers from everywhere, even with its remote location and relatively expensive airfares. While you might find other countries convenient and cheaper to visit, traveling to Australia and experiencing what this country has to offer is worth the time, distance and money to reach here. Also, once you are in the country, traveling across places within Australia is so much easy with various transport options such as flights, buses and car rentals. So, in 2019, visit Australia for the trip of a lifetime.