Australia & New Zealand Travel Guides & Articles

The Land Down Under has more to offer than just shrimp on the Barbie, and the articles on Travels.com showcase Australia and New Zealand's beauty and diversity. In Australia, learn how to snorkel in the Great Barrier Reef and chill out in the laid-back beach culture of major cities like Sydney and Melbourne, before traveling to the burnt-earth interior of the Outback, where the stunning Ayers Rock and plenty of kangaroos and wallabies await. Or travel to New Zealand for an adventure straight out of "Lord of the Rings" in the country's untouched mountains and forests and beaches.

Newest Australia & New Zealand Travel Guides & Articles

4 Star Hotels Near Melbourne Airport

Melbourne, Australia is a planned city set around Port Phillips Bay. Shopping, dining, sightseeing and water sports are just some of the activities that tourists to the area will enjoy. When staying overnight, there are several hotels located wit...

Abel Tasman National Park Travel Information

Visitors come to Abel Tasman National Park year-round for its comfortable climate; striking coastline; and plentiful opportunities to walk, sunbathe, kayak and sail.

About Discovery Lodge, Tongariro National Park in New Zealand

Discovery Lodge sits on the edge of New Zealand's Tongariro National Park in the center of the North Island. The casual, welcoming lodge caters to adventure and scenery seekers who are on a limited budget. Year-round attractions in the park mean ...

About Hotel Ashburton in Ashburton, New Zealand

The Hotel Ashburton is located on the perimeter of Mid Canterbury in New Zealand. The property offers a wide range of entertainment and services in a relaxed countryside location.

About Mount Tarawera

Mount Tarawera is one of New Zealand's most dramatic natural sites. Once a hotbed of volcanic activity, including one unforgettable eruption over a century ago, the mountain now lies dormant and open to the general public. Visitors can observe Ta...

About New Zealand

Although small in size and sparsely populated, New Zealand holds some of the world's most incredible natural treasures in its boundaries. From hundreds of rivers and lakes to countless pristine beaches and dozens of soaring mountaintops, the expl...

About the Opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge

The 1932 opening ceremonies for the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the world's widest long-span bridge, make a good yarn. There were multiple ribbon cuttings, depending on how you interpret the tale.

About the Polynesian Culture

While most people in the United States commonly associate Polynesian themes with Hawaii, this culture actually represents life on a number of Pacific islands, including New Zealand, Fiji and Tahiti. This culture has roots in Lapita culture, known...

About Tonga

Tonga is a tropical paradise located along the international dateline in the South Pacific. Tonga is an excellent destination, whether your interests center on relaxing on a white sand beach or actively participating in water sports and other isl...

Activities for Kids in Sydney

Sydney is the biggest city in Australia, and one of the most exciting and cosmopolitan cities on the planet. It is also the capital of the Australian state known as New South Wales. This Australian coastal, southeastern city is a popular tourist ...

Adelaide Chinese Restaurants

Adelaide is the capital of South Australia, boasting a population of more than 1 million people. Top attractions include Belair National Park, Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary, Adelaide Casino, Adelaide Botanic Gardens, Bicentennial Conservatory, Wes...

Adelaide Climate & Weather

Australia's seasons are the reverse of those found in the U.S., a condition that American tourists can find disconcerting at first. Compared to other major cities Down Under, Adelaide in South Australia not only enjoys the driest climate on avera...

Australia Entry Requirements

Australia is a popular tourist destination with many beautiful sights to behold, but, just like any other country, it has its entry requirements. Entry requirements vary depending on the cause of your travel to Australia, but you will need either...

Australia Pros & Cons

There are pros and cons to vacationing anywhere, but with all it's beauty and splendor, Australia seems to be an exception. It's hard to find anything negative about this beautiful place, but there are some points to consider before making your r...

Australia Vacation With Children

Traveling "down under" is a great experience for a family. It's a wonderful opportunity to communicate the concepts of evolution due to the country's varied animal and plant species.

Australia Visa Application Forms

Travelers wishing to visit Australia must first apply to receive an Australian visa. There are several different types of Australian visas that individuals can apply for, including student visas, long-stay visas, tourist visas, working holiday vi...

Australian Culture and Traditions

Many people believe that since Australia is a relatively new country, it doesn't have an abundance of culture and traditions. That is not true. Australia is a melting pot of cultures (including native Australians) and the country has its own set ...

Australian Customs and Immigration

Getting through the immigration and customs system in Australia can prove difficult but not impossible. Australia takes security concerns and border protection very seriously, and thus has strict regulations about everything and everyone coming i...

Australian Health Requirements

The rapid spread and development of communicable diseases in certain areas of the world has every country's government on edge. In order to prevent the spread of disease, many countries have implemented specific health requirements and regulation...

Australian Student Visa Requirements

Student visas in Australia are divided into subclasses, depending on your course of study. You'll be given an assessment level based on your nationality. Both criteria will determine your student visa requirements.

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