As the saying goes, every cloud has a silver lining.  We aren’t called the ‘lucky country’ for nothing………

Did you have an overseas holiday planned in the next 12 months?  Take a look at the amazing holidays that Australia has to offer that will surpass your international holiday expectations.

Take a look at some of the things Tourism Australia recommends below and then click on the link to get further details, they share some truly amazing experiences.

  • Dreaming of Mexico? Try this instead – Marvel at South Australia’s Pink Lakes
  • Keen to visit the Galapagos Islands? Try this instead – Journey to another world on Lord Howe Island
  • Had plans for California? Try this instead – Get your glam on the Gold Coast
  • Want to recreate Route 66? Try this instead – Hit the road and cross the famous Nullarbor Plain
  • Grand Canyon on your bucket list? Try this instead – Be awed by Uluru and Kings Canyon
  • Longing for Scotland? Try this instead – Enjoy a tour of Australia’s southernmost whisky distilleries
  • Craving the quiet of the English countryside? Try this instead – Escape to the mountains in Katoomba
  • Dreamt of driving Northern Ireland’s coastline? Try this instead – Journey down Tasmania’s wild western coastline
  • Keen to explore south-east Asia’s jungles? Try this instead – Immerse yourself in the beauty of Tropical North Queensland
  • Eager to go finishing in Asia? Try this instead – Catch a ‘barra’ in the Top End
  • Want to sail the Greek Islands? Try this instead – Experience luxury by sailing through the Whitsunday Islands
  • Hungry for a European food adventure? Try this instead – Eat and drink along the Epicurean Way
  • Want to see the Northern lights? Try this instead – Head south for the magnificent Aurora Australis
  • Seeking an African Safari? Try this instead – Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Kakadu National Park
  • Dreaming of New Zealand? Try this instead – Indulge in Aussie hot springs