Destinations
Four weekend escapes perfect for summer
Looking for a fast and fun weekend over the summer holidays? Australian Geographic Adventure reveals four of its favourite escapes perfectly suited to adventure families.
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Red Centre road trip
Tackling Australia’s amazing Red Centre with a young child in tow might seem like a daunting task, but with a bit of planning and the right attitude it really is a trip that any family can enjoy.
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Southern homecoming
Whether you want to spot migratory whales, hike the magnificent coastline, photograph fur seals, snorkel new waters or have some time out for yourself, a lighthouse stay on NSW’s Far South Coast offers a unique experience that will draw you into a bygone time.
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Mountains to sea: Hollyford Track, NZ
If you’re looking for a trek that takes in stunning mountain scenery, as well as lakes, rivers, waterfalls, dense forest and coastline – without the hard slog – then New Zealand’s Hollyford Track should be on your list.
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The Cook Island life
If you want to mix adventure, excitement and cultural learning in a pristine tropical paradise, the Cook Islands are for you.
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Spellbound by Shoalhaven
There’s something magical about the Shoalhaven region – and it runs deeper than the pristine waters and unspoilt wilderness.
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Angel Falls, Venezuela
A trip to Angel Falls in Venezuela seemed an otherworldly opportunity. Little did we know how diabolical it would be.
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Rainforest to reef: Tropical North Queensland
Think Tropical North Queensland and invariably diving the Great Barrier Reef comes to mind, but head to the hills and you’ll soon see that this area has so much more adventure on offer.
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VIDEO: Warrabah wonderland
Warrabah National Park is one of the country’s smallest, but it packs plenty into its diminutive dimensions. Just six hours north of Sydney, it makes for a great long-weekend road trip.
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Road trip: Kakadu NP
Kakadu National Park is one of Australia’s largest national parks, and arguably its most famous. This park, around three hours east of Darwin, is a fantastic destination for a family road trip adventure.