Australia, is an island continent of 7,686,884 square kilometers located in the Southern Hemisphere south of Asia. It's coastline of 36,735 kilometers is washed by three oceans and four seas. About 40% of the continent is in the tropics. It is almost the same size as mainland United States and half as large again as Continental Europe. It is a modern industrialized nation and a vast primary producer.

Its people are mainly of European origin, with a population of approximately 18 million. Apart from its unique animals, friendly and hospitable people, Australia is a fascinating holiday destination whatever your interests. Hotels are rated among the best in the world, while restaurants, representative of all nationalities and to suit all tastes, abound in Australia. On the coast, seafood is particularly good and comparatively inexpensive. Beef and lamb are also plentiful. Wines in Australia are excellent and have won prizes in UK, France, Germany and the USA for their quality. It is recommended that Australian wines be sampled whilst visiting.

If you want to absorb the flavor of rural Australia, there is nothing quite like a night or two in the country. Scattered the length and breadth of the country, from the moist, green valleys of Tasmania to the semi-desert of the Outback, there are bush retreats, beach resorts, farm stays, guest-houses, country cottages, mountain lodges and comfortable country house hotels. Also, there is no need to go without your favorite sport while you're here. All Australian gateway cities provide access to superb golf courses. Many clubs welcome visiting players although certain conditions may apply. Don't be surprised if you have to share the fairway with a kangaroo.

Throughout Australia, there are adventures to cater to visitors who like to rough it and to those who seek vacation thrills and physical challenges. Whether you seek the adrenaline rush of climbing the Sydney Harbour Bridge or the gentle pleasure of sea-kayaking the choice is yours. Escape and inhale the clean, crisp mountain air and rock climb, abseil and bushwalk at some of the most spectacular sites in the world.

Come face to face with marine life while scuba diving or snorkeling. An underwater paradise, Australia's 36,700km/22,790 mile coastline offers a huge array of marine eco-systems, and dive sites for beginners and accomplished divers, including The Great Barrier Reef - the longest and most complex living coral system in the world. And with that much coastline and magnificent beaches, you're sure to find a few feet to shake out your towel.

For more than 50,000 years indigenous people have lived in Australia. They developed a unique affinity with the land, and an incredible knowledge of their environment. Learn about Aboriginal art, food gathering methods and how the natural environment relates to Aboriginal Dreaming legends. A long time ago; Australia broke away from other land masses leaving our native wildlife to grow, up all on their own, creating a unique sanctuary. The kangaroo is perhaps our best known animal, but don't forget the cute koala, or the wombat (large fuzzy burrowing animal) and the Tasmanian Devil. Discover Australia's birds - listen to the unique laugh of the kookaburra or enjoy the sight of the many different colorful parrots and the large flightless emu.

Fill your lungs with the heavy scented air of the rainforests, or the distinctive smell of the eucalypt, commonly called the "gum tree". Sample the exotic flavors of Australian cuisine and indulge in our world class wines. Join us for a experience that will give you a lifetime of memories and a real taste of Australia - Come and Say G'day.