Australasia possesses many charms and treasures; holidays to the continent are magical, luxurious and will create memories that last a lifetime. Once you’ve visited, you’ll long to return to this part of the world. Australia has something to offer every kind of traveller – including skiing, snorkelling, surfing and skydiving. But if that’s not for you, the choice of luxurious hotels is pleasing. New Zealand is home to sprawling green countryside that is complimented by dramatic waterways, blended with a selection of modern cities and lots of heritage and history. Checkout cashcomet.co for travel loan.
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Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Australia depends on where abouts in Australia you are going to as it is a vast and expansive country. The Northern areas tend to be warmer whilst the Southern areas tend to have colder winters. If you’re visiting desert areas, like Uluru, the best time to go is Autumn time in June and July as this is when temperatures start to drop to a more bearable level. For the rest of the country, September to December is a great time to visit Australia as this is their summer season so everything is in bloom and is great weather for visiting beaches and tourist attractions. Their maximum temperatures are generally between 20-30 degrees Celsius.
The weather in New Zealand can vary; if you go to the North Island you can get sub-tropical weather during the summer, but it can get down to -10 degrees in winter in the South Island. For the warmest weather it is best to visit between January and March as these are the warmest months and you get to do a lot more activities and relax.
History and Culture
Australia has a long history which includes being discovered by Charles Darwin in 1788 and even naming the place Darwin after himself. The colonisation by the British fleet that came over had a big effect on how we know Australia as it is today and how the aboriginals didn’t agree with it. Then finally how they recovered from loss in the war, with naming their soldiers Anzacs.
Australian’s are generally laid back and open, with their culture having lots of influence from the British and Aboriginals that lived there thousands of years before hand.
New Zealand’s history dates back to when the first inhabitants, the Maori, lived there. This is where the Polynesian influence comes from, as well as the hunting and tribal welfare which can be seen when the New Zealand rugby team play as they do the Haka. Their history also involves the colonisation by the British in 1642, and the war which named their soldiers Anzacs. The culture of New Zealand is that their people are very connected to their country and modern day New Zealand culture is sophisticated and multicultural.
Things to Do
Go snorkelling in the Great Barrier Reef
Go surfing
Walk the Sydney Harbour Bridge
Go caving, rafting, zip- lining or hiking through the mountains
Sailing & surfing
Go shopping in Auckland
A Selection of Holidays in Australasia
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Blue Sydney-Australia, Australia
BLUE Sydney is perfectly located on the Wharf at Woolloomooloo, Sydney, and enjoys spectacular views of the Sydney Central Business and Shopping District, the harbour and Royal Botanical Gardens.
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Matakauri Lodge-New Zealand, New Zealand
Spectacularly situated on Lake Wakatipu, Matakauri Lodge offers stunning views from every angle of the Remarkable, Cecil and Walter Peak mountain ranges. Just seven minutes from Queenstown, Matakauri ...
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Molori Great Barrier Reef-Australia, Australia
Molori Great Barrier Reef is located between the world's oldest rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef in tropical Port Douglas, Australia.
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Qualia -Australia, Australia
Qualia PL. (Kwah-lee-ah) ‘‘A collection of deep sensory experiences.
qualia is a unique Australian expression of world-class luxury, situated on the secluded northern-most tip of Hamilton Isl...
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The Farm at Cape Kidnappers-New Zealand, New Zealand
Set atop 6,000 rolling acres of pastureland, The Farm, Cape Kidnappers offers 5 Star luxury lodge accommodation in New Zealand's Hawke's Bay. The Farm encompasses boutique lodge accommodation, an awar...
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The Lodge at Kauri Cliffs-New Zealand, New Zealand
Bask in the breathtaking views from your luxurious suite or cottage, indulge in a massage, body treatment or personalised yoga class in the spa complex, or chill out at one of the three private beac...
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Australian Odyssey-Australian Tours, Australia
Australia is a land of diversity, in cultures, landscapes and wildlife; on this journey you’ll experience some of its popular and yet very different regions. Melbourne and Sydney, Australia...
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New Zealand Gems-New Zealand Tours, New Zealand
This self-driving tour is for the discerning traveller, offers a selection of New Zealand’s finest small boutique and luxury properties. Marvel at New Zealand’s wonderful scenery as you experience...
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New Zealand Getaway -New Zealand Tours, New Zealand
From the verdant Bay of Islands to the stark iciness of the Fox and Franz Josef glaciers; the scenic beauty and the fiord like scenery of Milford Sound to the bubbling geothermal pools in Rotorua; thi...
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New Zealand In Depth -New Zealand Tours, New Zealand
This four week in-depth tour showcases all of the sights of both the North & South Islands and has several free days to allow you time to relax and explore. Included is one of New Zealand’s ...
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Australia North to South – Darwin to Adelaide-Australia, Darwin
Between Darwin and Adelaide there’s a lot to see, so be prepared to pack a whole lot into this two-week itinerary. Heading south from the Northern Territory, you’ll be making stops at two of Austr...
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