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Australian sea lion pups at Seal Bay on Kangaroo Island, South Australia.

Seal Bay, Kangaroo Island: Ticket prices, opening hours & visitor guide

A complete visitor guide to Seal Bay on Kangaroo Island. Find current ticket prices, opening hours, and information for seeing the sea lions. Standing on the boardwalk above Seal Bay on Kangaroo Island, South Australia, I watched a sea lion pup waddle up from the…

The swirling sands of Hill Inlet on Whitsunday Island, Queensland.

How to go inside Hill Inlet, Whitsunday Island | Which tour?

The only tour company allowed inside Hill Inlet on Whitsunday Island, Queensland, is Ocean Rafting. These high speed RIB tours from Airlie Beach sacrifice comfort and style for accessibility. What is Hill Inlet? You’ve probably seen Hill Inlet before. It’s that fabulously photogenic swirl of…

7 of the best museum ships you can visit worldwide

Explore seven of the world’s most significant and best-preserved museum ships, from a historic tea clipper to polar exploration vessels and a US Navy battleship. These vessels offer a tangible connection to naval and maritime history, showcasing shipbuilding innovation and the lives of those who…

A New Zealand fur seal on Breaksea Island, Albany.

Breaksea Island, WA: A guide to visiting Albany’s historic nature reserve

Overview: History, what to expect, and unique features Breaksea Island is a rugged, 103-hectare granite island located in King George Sound, approximately 12 km south-east of Albany, Western Australia. It holds significant cultural and natural heritage status, being listed on the State Register of Heritage…

The Brig Amity: A guide to visiting Albany’s beloved ship

This guide to the Brig Amity in Albany, Western Australia gives you the key facts: opening hours, ticket prices, how to get there, accessibility, and other tips for making your experience go smoothly. Overview: History, what to expect, and unique features The Brig Amity is a full-size, land-mounted replica of the vessel…

The Corroboree Billabong in the Northern Territory's Top End.

Corroboree Billabong: Mary River Wetlands wildlife cruise visitor guide

Overview: History, what to expect, and unique features Corroboree Billabong is a stunning, expansive section of the Mary River Wetlands system in the Northern Territory. While not an ancient ruin or formal government park, it is one of the most ecologically significant and historically used…

View from the Nawurlandja Lookout in Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory.

Nawurlandja Lookout, Kakadu: Guide inc. sunset walk, fees and what to see

Overview: History, what to expect, and unique features The Nawurlandja Lookout is one of the most celebrated viewpoints in Kakadu National Park, located near the famous Burrungkuy (Nourlangie) rock art site. The area holds immense significance for the Bininj/Mungguy Traditional Owners and provides a unique…

An eastern grey kangaroo at the Euroka Campground in the Glenbrook section of Blue Mountains National Park, New South Wales.

Euroka Campground, Blue Mountains: Camping and kangaroos guide

Overview: History, what to expect, and unique features Euroka Campground is the primary camping area within the Glenbrook precinct, located at the eastern gateway to the Blue Mountains National Park in New South Wales. While the area itself is a natural setting, the land has…

Jellybean Pool in the Blue Mountains, New South Wales.

Jellybean Pool, Glenbrook: Guide to the popular Blue Mountains swimming hole

Overview: History, what to expect, and unique features Jellybean Pool is one of the most accessible and picturesque natural swimming holes in New South Wales' Blue Mountains, located in the Glenbrook area on the eastern edge of the National Park. Formed along Glenbrook Creek, the…

Morialta Conservation Park in Adelaide, South Australia.

7 fantastic Adelaide attractions that many visitors miss

Beyond the obvious tourist highlights, Adelaide in South Australia offers several memorable experiences – whether koala-spotting, wine-tasting or historic courtyards. Discover 7 fantastic attractions many visitors miss, from the historic Adelaide Oval scoreboard to Morialta’s waterfalls. The Adelaide Oval scoreboard If you don’t immediately love…