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Embracing the Aussie Summer: An LGBT Traveler’s Guide to Visiting Australia
- Brandon Folkes
- Jul 22,
If thoughts of a sun-soaked Southern Hemishphere summer adventure pack your mind while the cold of our Northern Hemisphere winter knocks at your door, then Australia might be just the flee you're looking for. From large, vibrant events in Sydney to the artsy streets of Melbourne, and the iconic Uluru way out in the desert, summer “Down Under” is a fantastic time for a big gay move adventure. What sets Australia apart from other beach-side destinations that are also gay-friendly? Let’s dig deeper to see exactly what makes Australia a gem among the rest.
Sydney: The Heartbeat of Summer Fun
Let’s start with the largest city of them all, Sydney, which is dwelling to the largest LGBT community in the country and is a must-see notice for gay travelers. From the iconic Sydney Opera Property gracing the harbor to the sun-kissed shores of Bondi Beach, this urban area offers a kaleidoscope of experiences.
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LGBTQ+ Travel Guide to Australia
Interesting Cities to Visit in Australia
SYDNEY
Modern and sophisticated, Sydney is one of the best cities for tourists to visit. With gorgeous beaches and the Blue Mountains on the doorstep, there’s plenty to investigate and discover. Highlights here include the Sydney Opera Property, the Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach and of course the city’s culinary scene.
MELBOURNE
With vintage shops and graffiti-covered backstreets, not to mention a superb coffee tradition, Melbourne has earned its rep as Australia’s hipster capital. Highlights not to miss in Melbourne include the National Gallery of Victoria, the country’s oldest art gallery; The Queen Victoria Market for the foodie inside of everyone; and of course the street art, for which the city is famous.
GOLD COAST
Fun seekers glance no further as Gold Coast is famous for surfing, rollercoasters and nightclubs. Be sure to also make day for The Jellurgal Aboriginal Cultural Centre as well as Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, which is residence to native species including koalas, kanga
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Australia is a land of superlatives. It is the world's largest island, the sixth largest country and the only state that's also a continent. Its Great Barrier Reef, visible from outer space, is the world's largest coral reef. It is also the flattest continent, most of it - the expansive Outback - desert or semi-arid land that has inspired novels, art and mysticism. Kangaroos, koala and the wallaby are native nowhere else. It is the only continent where poisonous snakes outnumber non-poisonous.
Ranked seventh on a World Economic Forum index on tourism development, Australia is a big spender when it comes to vying for international tourists. Most come from its next-door neighborhood New Zealand, but China is rapidly taking over the number one spot, followed neck and neck by the UK and the US/Canada. Cheeky advertising slogans help, but mostly people come for the vibrant urban centers, great sporting events, unbeatable beaches and natural wonders favor the Great Barrier Reef and the Australian Outback.
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