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1 Its immense beaches, such as Whitehaven, are ideal for kayaking. © Tourism of Whitsundays.
2 Sunset in Melbourne. © Visit Victoria.
3 A kangaroo in Cape Le Grand National Park. © Sean Scott Photography.
4 Rocky formations by the sea in Kangaroo Island. © Julie Fletcher.
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Another important aspect of this trip is that everyone (except for Australians and New Zealanders, of course) need an entry visa. Once there, travellers have to pass through one
It is o en said that if a tunnel was drilled through the centre of the Earth, we could get to Australia. Although this is just a joke, it reveals how far we feel from this huge country. Apart from the geographical distance, Australia constitutes a true challenge, since there are many aspects to take into account when planning a trip to this continent. On the one hand, there are lots of airlines that connect Australia with other countries, so we have to pay attention to the ight connections available, and the expected waiting time. It could be a great opportunity to extend the stopovers at some points and make a (brief) visit to some of the intermediate destinations.
of the strictest customs of the world. Items such as food, seeds, plants or even feathers are forbidden. Special attention must be paid to medical drugs— it is advisable to take a prescription or a medical report with you in order to justify their use. And most importantly, you must not forget sunscreen, since it is one of the areas of the world where UV radiation is most intense.
When we think about this country, one of the rst images that come to our minds is the Sydney bay and the magni cent Opera which is silhouetted on the horizon. is city is located in the East coast, in the area that is believed to be the cradle of modern Australia, which makes it an incredible lure for visitors. One of the musts is, of course, the
Sydney Opera House, in which you can either attend one of the several shows and performances that are held in it, or simply admire its amazing architecture as part of the backstage visits.
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