Hello,


I am planning to visit Australia. I was wondering whether anyone could tell me what is worth visiting in Australia? Something less mainstream would be good, where it's not so packed with tourists



Any ideas would be appreciated.

Thanks!

Originally posted by undesirableusername

A great list, thanks! I assume the east coast is dangerous and I'll leave it at that

Sorry but you have a misconception there.

EVERYTHING in Australia is dangerous and will kill you with just a glance.....

My advice is to find a guide, a very old guide, and go from there..

Originally posted by tribewilder

Originally posted by undesirableusername

A great list, thanks! I assume the east coast is dangerous and I'll leave it at that

Sorry but you have a misconception there.

EVERYTHING in Australia is dangerous and will kill you with just a glance.....

My advice is to find a guide, a very old guide, and go from there..

Alright, I'll remember that

I would absolutely consider visiting the Whitsundays in north Queensland. While parts of it are somewhat touristy, such as Airlie Beach, there are areas, and islands in particular, that are more secluded and just as breathtaking. For example, South Molle Island as opposed to Hamilton Island.



South Molle is smaller but has a vastly smaller number of tourists than Hamo, and it is just as gorgeous. Although, Hamilton as well as a number of other islands in the region would be worth your while to check out, even if they are a bit more busy. It would have everything to do with what time of year you decide to travel. You may have to do a bit of research.

Additionally, there is the Atherton Tablelands and surrounding north Queensland areas.


(I have an overwhelming suspicion that I have swam under this waterfall on a trip up to Atherton).

Paronella Park also is incredible.



Port Douglas



There are so many places


I'm sorry, I'm into beaches and tropical north Q has some of the most spectacular
GL with your travels!

[edit on 21/6/10 by pretty_vacant]

Originally posted by undesirableusername
Hello,


I am planning to visit Australia. I was wondering whether anyone could tell me what is worth visiting in Australia? Something less mainstream would be good, where it's not so packed with tourists



Any ideas would be appreciated.

Thanks!

where it's not so packed with tourists... in the Australian outback! Because rarely, not at all, hardly any people do visit the outback.

No tourists?

Here is the perfect spot!




Middle of freakin nowhere



[edit on 22/6/10 by Chadwickus]

Thank you all for your suggestions I think I've a pretty good idea what to expect (at least theoretically lol).

I think Ozweatherman and Chadwickus can assist with
your attire, when you travel the range of the outback.

You'll need a sturdy, wide-brimmed hat with corks
strategically placed around the rim. It helps to show
the habitants of the area of where you visit, how much
beer you can swill back!

A boomerang is handy to send and receive messages
I personally don't know how they work, but I guess a
Paul Hogan movie may help.

The final parts are a 4x4 and a pack of beer... not Fosters,
that's a no-no. I'm sure Chadwickus can help there.

There was some discussion of having a large serrated knife,
but again, that may have been a 'Hogan' influence.

Hope this helps.


[edit on 24-6-2010 by A boy in a dress]