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Gorgeous landscapes, exotic wildlife and awesome food are the things that drew me back to Australia. My first visit was during a backpacking trip across this beautiful country right after graduating high-school. This time, I went with my wife who was quite awestruck with all the spectacular destinations we explored.

This was somewhat of a spontaneous decision to travel. Jenna’s friend told her about this crazy burger called ‘the lot’ where they put everything—bacon, cheese, pineapple, beef, beetroot, lettuce and tomato. Always ready to try something new, we knew we had to taste this famous burger.

To say that it was delicious would be to downplay the glory of this gastronomic masterpiece. A few other delicacies we gorged on were the Lamington, Sausage Rolls, Potato Cakes and Pavlova.

But enough about the food, the following are the seven spots I included on both of my visits.

7 Spots for an Amazing Australian Adventure

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Gorgeous landscapes, exotic wildlife and awesome food are the things that drew me back to Australia. It really is a country full of opportunity for adventure.

Gorgeous landscapes, exotic wildlife and awesome food are the things that drew me back to Australia. It really is a country full of opportunity for adventure.

The Great Barrier Reef

This delicate coral blue piece of nature is the largest living structure in the world. It has been given the much deserved status of being a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is undoubtedly one of the most exquisite things I’ve even seen.

The Great Barrier Reef is home to a myriad of marine species. Scuba diving, snorkeling and sailing are all incredibly popular activities here.

The Pink Lake

An aerial view of the place would have you believe that it’s a giant pink bubblegum. About 656 yards in length, the pink lake right next to the blue ocean showcases the artistry of nature.

Australia Zoo

Watching ‘Animal Planet’ and Steve Irwin as a kid, I always wanted to visit Australia Zoo. The most exciting part for us was getting to hand-feed the cute animals there; the giraffes and the red kangaroos.

The best thing about this place is that they’re devoted towards the cause of wildlife conservation. It has multiple programs that make an honest effort towards the betterment of these fascinating species.

Grampians National Park

Trekking through the park, our hearts were illuminated by the brightly colored Grampians wildflowers growing all over the place.

Without knowing, we went at the perfect time to attend the Grampians Grape Escape—a food & wine festival with live music. The perfect blend to make a great holiday even better. Meeting all the friendly people at the festival was a bonus.

Fraser Island

It holds the record of being the largest sand island in the world. We spent two days camping at the Waddy Point Beachfront Campground located in the island.

If you want a campground with shower and restroom facilities, then this is the place for you.

The Twelve Apostles

Hands-down one of the most beautiful places on the planet, our trip would have been incomplete without a stop to the Twelve Apostles.

Although only eight apostles are left standing, the name stays. The gigantic, naturally formed structures, create a sight that gets engraved in your mind for eternity.

Bondi Beach

Being a world-renowned beach is not the only reason we wanted to spend a day at this beach. I kicked-back and relaxed with a few beers at the shore as Jenna surfed to her heart’s content. She’s the happiest when she’s surfing and it’s evident in the glow she gets afterward.

For some reason, surfing has never been my forte. But we also spent a good few hours snorkeling in the cool waters. Sitting at the beach as the sun wished us goodbye for the day was a heart-warming experience.

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Gorgeous landscapes, exotic wildlife and awesome food are the things that drew me back to Australia. It really is a country full of opportunity for adventure.

Gorgeous landscapes, exotic wildlife and awesome food are the things that drew me back to Australia. It really is a country full of opportunity for adventure.

Megan is an Australian Journalist and award-winning travel writer who has been blogging since 2007. Her husband Mike is the American naturalist and wildlife photographer behind Waking Up Wild; a website dedicated to opening your eyes to the wild & natural world.

Committed to bringing you the best in adventure travel from all around the globe, there is no mountain too high, and no fete too extreme! They haven’t been everywhere, but it’s on their list.

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