The geographical location and old age of the continent, combined with its remote location, have resulted in unique flora and fauna found only in Australia. Nowhere else on earth. A whooping 85% of the mammals, plants and fishes found here are endemic to Australia and do not naturally occur anywhere else on the entire planet!
Kangaroos are the first unique Aussie animal that most often comes to mind — after all, it is the national animal — however do not forget about the Emu, the second-largest species of bird on Earth and the national bird of Australia. (Only its cousin the ostrich is bigger.)
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Koalas, wombats and kookaburras are just a few of the countless species unique to Oz (most of which have funny-sounding names). If you get bored exploring above-ground, head down under the sea to glimpse Australia’s unique marine life and finally cross “Scuba diving at the Great Barrier Reef” off of your bucket list.
It is not just plants, animals, and marine life either. The country is full of adventures and activities. No matter what sort of entertainment, excitement or exotic escapades you have in mind for Oz, The HoliDaze is here to help 😃
One billion people, or an impressive 15% of the world’s population experiences some form of disability. However, when it comes to finding the best vacation destinations that are also wheelchair accessible, planning a holiday can be that much more difficult. Whether you’re planning for yourself or for a loved one who needs wheelchair accessibility, here are … Read more
We all know Mother Nature can be unpredictable, however sometimes she can also be strangely predictable. Or just plain strange. Or remain unexplained despite the best efforts of modern technology. Whichever it may be, the following unique meteorological phenomenon are all worth traveling for. Some of these events occur daily, like the massive thunderstorm over … Read more
Unique and offbeat activities and adventures make every destination more exciting. Thankfully, Sydney has a world of quirky, cool, and unique activities, many of which most tourists completely miss out on. The next time you find yourself in the Harbour City, be sure to squeeze a few of these offbeat things to do in Sydney … Read more
The beauty of having a boat is the travel freedom it provides. Ironically, that can also be a downside — too many options of where to cruise. Not just short cruises and day trips, but also longer, more exciting adventures. The world is your oyster now! And while Sydney is a great place to call … Read more
I am not someone who is on a quest to visit every country in the world, ticking them off a travel ‘to do’ list. I’m someone who is on a quest to explore as much of the world as I can, learn about and appreciate diverse cultures and meet and interact with different people. But … Read more
Australia is a continent of extremes with Queensland generally going through two types of weather per year; dry, clear and cool or wet, muggy and hot. The recent bout of arid conditions, coupled with crystal-clear sunshine days means that the national parks in Queensland, Australia are in top condition for discovery through camping, hiking and … Read more
History Both cities belong to the oldest settlements in Australia and try to preserve old building and sights. In Sydney, the district “The Rocks” right by the Sydney Harbour is the oldest part of town which has been restored during the last decade. You find small museum as well as souvenir and other shops, nice … Read more
Man’s oldest dream has been to fly and thankfully nowadays this goal is within reach of each of us. Unfortunately flying is addictive. After that first plane ticket, that first view of the earth from above and all the people “like ants” down below, well then life on the surface will never be the same. … Read more
Did you know that Europe is the only continent without a desert? Or that American Airlines saved $40,000 by eliminating one olive from each salad served in first class? Throughout my journeys I have learned a lot of staggering travel facts that will blow your mind — and now I’m sharing them with you. Enjoy … Read more
With a policy of multiculturalism, Australian immigrants account for 29% of the whole population. Most of them are skilled workers, but family members and refugees are part of that number. The immigration-friendly policy of the country is one reason why foreigners dream of going to the country to settle. If you have been asking yourself, ’How … Read more
