Honeymoon travels in Australia

Sun-drenched beaches, incredible natural wonders, the rolling Outback, deserts, unique flora and fauna, large cosmopolitan cities and more – that is destination Australia, a honeymoon travel hotspot! Australia is the smallest continent but area-wise the sixth largest country in the world divided into six states and two mainland territories. So, choosing a honeymoon travel package needs careful planning, bearing in mind the vast distances.

Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia and Tasmania are the states and the mainland territories are the Northern Territory and the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) - Canberra. A large part of Australia is desert or semi-arid land – the Outback, and is home to an incredible variety of animals and birds like the kangaroo, koala, emu, kookaburra, platypus and the Tasmanian devil etc which have superbly adapted to the unique conditions of the land. Major cities of Australia like Sydney, Perth, Melbourne, Canberra, Adelaide and Brisbane are all very well connected with the rest of the world and can be the base camps for honeymoon travel plans.

Honeymoon travels in Island resorts: There are nearly 600 islands in and around Australia’s Great Barrier Reef on the northeastern coast, home to spectacular coral reefs. Breathtaking surroundings, luxurious hotels and exciting water activities like sailing snorkeling etc on some of these enchanting islands along the coast of Queensland are just the paradise waiting for honeymooners. Honeymoon travel packages can also include some of the cities in Queensland like the capital city of Brisbane, Port Douglas and Cairns for sports, shopping, entertainment and nightlife.

Honeymoon travels in New South Wales: Honeymoon travel packages begin in New South Wales’s capital city of Sydney, the largest and vibrant city of Australia. A trip to the famed opera house of Sydney is a must, besides innumerable other attractions of a modern city. Seaplane rides to enjoy the spectacular coral reefs is also a major attraction. The south eastern state is also famous for several natural wonders including subtropical forests like the Blue Mountain and the seemingly inexhaustible Outback.

Honeymoon travels in South Australia: The incredible wines and vineyards of South Australia are a major draw for honeymooners. World-famous festivals, museums and other attractions of the scintillating Adelaide city, cruising down the Murray River, roughing it out in the mysterious outback, lazily sipping the incredible wines or enjoying sea life at the Kangaroo Island, South Australia offers a varied bouquet of honeymoon travel plans.

Honeymoon travels in Tasmania: Famous for the little devils named after it, the small island state of Tasmania is a mystery destination for honeymooners. Also well known for its pristine wilderness, this little mountainous state of Australia is a must include in a honeymoon travel package for nature lovers. Almost 40 per cent of the state’s population lives in Hobart, the capital city, which can be a base camp for excursions into the mountains, parks and rivers that are aplenty. The diverse nature provides an unforgettable experience for nature-loving honeymoon couples.

Honeymoon travels in Victoria: This southern-most little state is one of the most enchanting garden states of Australia. The dazzling casinos of the capital city of Melbourne, vast regions of eucalyptus forests, sandy beaches, desert plateaus, pristine mountains and some of the best wine makers in the world – Victoria has a wide variety of places to offer as honeymoon travel destinations. Friendly people and the old world charms of Victoria is an ideal and memorable place to bond and launch a life of togetherness.

Honeymoon travels in Western Australia: The largest state of Australia, Western Australia with its capital city of Perth is one the most exciting of honeymoon travel destinations for an adventure seeking couple. Swimming with dolphins in the ocean, imbibing the old town charms of cities like Fremantle, exploring the wilderness of Kimberly, spending merry hours tasting wine in and around the Margaret River area or enjoying the exhilarating beaches and water sports of Perth – there are innumerable things to do.

Honeymoon travels in Northern Territory: The Northern territory is considered the real outback of Australia, an exciting frontier which is home to aboriginal legends, massive cattle stations, casinos, deserts and incredible tourist hotspots. Honeymoon travel packages for the outdoor-loving couple should include a visit to the rugged and unusual outback life of the northern territory – horse rides, camel rides or visiting crocodile farms. Darwin is the capital city, while Alice Springs is a quaint city from where one can approach Ayers Rock, one of the world’s spectacular monoliths.

Wild and enthralling, Australia is an ideal honeymoon travel destination, especially for adventurous nature lovers, gregarious outdoor people and fun-loving water sport lovers.