Joanna James
Ranked among the world's most popular holiday destinations, a vacation Down Under is a dream come true for most travellers. Those who are fortunate enough to be able to spend a week in the country must take advantage of the time available. While you cannot visit every highlight in the country, a week is more than enough for a memorable holiday experience. From knowing when to travel and what cities to include on your itinerary, here is a guide to planning a 7-day getaway in Australia.
Those who wish to spend a memorable week in Australia must first and foremost time their holiday. Although Australia is pleasant enough most of the time, in terms of weather, those who wish to make the most of their vacation should visit during the spring or autumn seasons. This means the ideal time period for a getaway Down Under is September to November and then once again between March and May. Summer and winter, in contrast, offer humid and warm and cold weather patterns respectively and are generally not as suitable for holidaymakers’ intent on spending time outdoors and engaging in sports activities.
While 7 days may seem like a long time, it isn't much when you factor in the travel time between various states within Australia. This is why it is best to narrow down your holiday to two or three cities at most so that you have at least two full days to spend in each location and enjoy the local attractions and atmosphere. It is crucial to choose destinations that appeal to your personal interests and the types of activities that you hope to sign up for. Melbourne and Sydney are often part of one-week tourist itineraries as they are home to some of the most iconic highlights of Australia. Other cities to consider include Cairns, Port Douglas, Brisbane, Perth, and Exmouth.
Based on the destinations selected, it is then time to secure accommodation in each locale. Whether you book a property by Discover ASR or any one of the other serviced accommodation & hotels in Australia, it is necessary to find a convenient rest with modern comforts. A strategically located base is essential due to the fact that two days is barely sufficient to explore what a city has to offer so one must cut down the travel time by staying in a central location.
A week in Australia would be incomplete without experiencing some of the main activities available in each destination. Those who are heading to Melbourne can enjoy water sports adventures in locations such as the Mornington Peninsula while travellers exploring the Great Barrier Reef should also sign up for diving and snorkelling excursions. Hiking up the Blue Mountains and other national parks and cruising around Hamilton Island are just some of the best things to do during a trip to Australia.
Tourists should also create a daily itinerary that includes all the sights that they hope to cover within that day. It is crucial to schedule breaks and make sure that your itinerary does not keep you so busy that you forget that you are on holiday.
While it may be one of the less promoted aspects of an Australian vacation, the nature of your wining and dining during the week cannot be left to chance. Do your homework and find unique or coveted dining venues, cafes, restaurants and rooftop bars to explore during mealtimes and make every day's meals an adventure.
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