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Raymond Island: The Guaranteed Place To See Koalas In Australia
Continuing our road trip in Australia from Canberra to the Great Ocean Road, we were determined to add some stops that would guarantee us some must-see Australian animal sightings. Luckily for those of us with dreams of spotting wild koalas lounging lazily in the treetops, there is an island that makes it super easy to see them. Raymond Island in Victoria’s East Gippsland is THE place to see koalas in Australia. It actually might be Australia’s best-kept koala secret. Home to around 300 wild koalas, the island that’s only 6km by 2km is the kind of place where you can take a short walk and count your koala sightings on…
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Eden’s Whale-Sized Surprise: Visit the Killer Whale Whale Museum with Kids
Eden, Australia might seem like a random little town to stop in, but let me tell you, it’s full of surprises, whale-sized surprises. Sitting along the Sapphire Coast of New South Wales, Eden was a perfect spot for a night on our road trip from Sydney to the Great Ocean Road. Home to one of the most fascinating stories of whale and human interaction in the world, if you’re traveling with kids, you’ll want to find the Eden Killer Whale Museum to learn about history, marine science, and myth. It’s a lot more memorable than you might imagine. Get ready to explore the Eden Killer Whale Museum. Here’s what you…
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The National Gallery of Australia Is The Perfect Reason To Visit Canberra
“Why are you going to Canberra?” That was a question I heard from just about every Australian I know. Apparently, the capital city doesn’t top their travel bucket lists. But I’m here to say: don’t write it off, especially if you’re traveling with kids in Australia. The capital of Australia is home to a fantastic collection of museums that can fill days with endless adventure and inspiration. For one of the best things to do in Canberra, the National Gallery of Australia needs to be on your Canberra itinerary. Not only did I love the artistic inspiration, but the three kids we had in the group enjoyed it too. Get…
