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Phillip Island (VIC) - Phillip Island is a place of natural beauty, sandy beaches, tranquil wetlands and unique wildlife experiences. As the sun fades, penguins parade up the beach to their homes in the protected sand dunes. Nature lovers can witness the Southern Hemisphere's second largest fur seal colony and the towering gums at the Koala Conservation Centre. www.visitphillipisland.com |
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Dugong Beach Resort & Escape Sportfishing Lodge (NT) - Experience the life, art and history of the Anindilyakwa people of the idyllic island paradise of Groote Eylandt. The Dugong Beach Resort overlooks the pristine waters of the Gulf of Carpentaria, which lures fishing fanatics keen to test their angling skills. Plenty of safari-style escapes and recreational facilities keep guests occupied. www.dugongbeachresort.com.au |
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Maria Island Walk (TAS) - Cast off to an island where peak-hour traffic is a line-up with little penguins emerging from the sea. Maria (pronounced 'Ma-rye-ah') Island offers a rare opportunity to amble along pristine beaches, through blue-gum forests and climb Mount Maria for breathtaking views. www.mariaislandwalk.com.au |
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Time Life Kangaroo Island (SA) - Kangaroo Island is the third largest Island off mainland South Australia and is located 120 kilometres southwest of Adelaide. Kangaroo Island Wilderness Tours was established in 1992 to provide 4WD tours and other top quality soft adventure product, enabling visitors to access to this pristine wilderness environment. www.wildernesstours.com.au |
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Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat (SA) - Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat is perfectly located adjacent Flinders Chase National Park, in close proximity to major attractions and discreetly nestled amongst 113 acres of pristine natural bushland. experience. www.kiwr.com |
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Voyages Lizard Island Resort (QLD) - Outstanding in every respect, the unique pleasures of Voyages Lizard Island have created an idyllic retreat. Australia's northernmost resort, Lizard is located right on the spectacular Great Barrier Reef, fringed by coral reefs and 24 powdery white beaches. http://www.lizardisland.com.au |
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Voyages Wilson Island Resort (QLD) - This tiny coral cay is part of the Great Barrier Reef and a breeding grounds for turtles and birds. Wilson Island offers comfortable designer-inspired tent accommodation for a maximum of just 12 lucky guests. www.wilsonisland.com |
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Rottnest Island (WA) - Featuring a casual atmosphere, picturesque scenery and some of the world's finest beaches and bays, Rottnest Island is located just 19 kilometres off the coast of Fremantle. The Mediterranean-style climate and indigenous flora and fauna of this Island provide the backdrop to a special holiday experience. www.rottnestisland.com |
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Christmas Island (WA) – The “crabbiest place on earth”, CI is where millions of red crabs migrate annually in a moving carpet of crustaceans. Located on the edge of the Java Trench – the deepest drop-off in the world – CI is a tiny Noah’s Ark of wildlife. www.christmas.net.au |
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Whitsundays (QLD) – In the heart of Queensland's Great Barrier Reef lie the Whitsundays; 74 islands floating like jewels in the tropical warm waters of the Coral Sea. Explore them aboard a sailboat and drop anchor to snorkel or hike. Later that night, fall asleep to the gentle rocking of the waves under a canopy of stars, or simply disembark at the nearest resort. www.queenslandholiday.com.au |
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Lord Howe Island (NSW) -Widely regarded as the most beautiful islands in the Pacific, Lord Howe Island is the closest island getaway to Sydney. Lord Howe is one of just four island groups to be inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage list for the global significance of its natural beauty and heritage. www.lordhoweisland.info |
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