Australia

Ever-changing scenery and exciting adventures await in Australia, spelling an unforgettable family holiday. From adrenaline-seeking teens scaling the Harbour Bridge to blissed-out parents enjoying a cold glass of local wine, this immense country offers something for everyone. 

Thanks to an efficient network of domestic flights, you can pack a lot into a two-week trip. You could begin in Sydney and New South Wales. Kickstart your holiday with a surf lesson at Bondi or Manly. A gentler introduction could involve a cruise around Sydney’s spectacular harbour or wine tasting. Fancy a road trip? Drive the Great Ocean Road towards Melbourne for Blue Mountain vistas and selfies with the Twelve Apostles. Off the coast of Adelaide is Kangaroo Island, known as the “zoo without fences”.

Discover the turquoise waters of the Great Barrier Reef in Queensland. Adventures here include scuba diving, snorkelling, sailing and even flying over this technicolour marvel. For a tropical island escape, hop over to Hamilton Island and the Whitsundays. Buzzy Brisbane and Cairns offer something more cosmopolitan. 

Longer to stay? The extraordinary coast of Western Australia has a rugged shoreline, great surf and superb vineyards. Virtually untouched, this is the place to come for a true wilderness adventure. It also offers activities such as swimming with whale sharks at Ningaloo Reef and hiking through the vineyards of Margaret River. 

Finish with a flourish in the wild Red Centre and Northern Territory. The vast, remote Outback has a mystery all of its own, culminating in the dramatic Uluru (Ayers Rock). Hike around the sacred rock formation – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – before star-gazing amongst the Field of Light. If time allows, wild camp in Kakadu National Park and wake up to the sound of distant waterfalls.