Australia has so much to offer travelers, from the Great Barrier Reef to wild outback to bustling cities. But no matter where you go or what type of traveler you are, a highlight of your trip will be the amazing Aussie critters! We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite animals from the Read More…
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Luxury Family Travel in New Zealand: 5 Best Resorts for Families
Beautiful New Zealand is the perfect destination for luxury family travel! Abundant with jaw-dropping natural beauty, incredible outdoor activities, and terrific wines, New Zealand is perfect for adrenaline junkies, foodies, and a wide range of travelers in between. You’ll be sure to find activities for the whole family to enjoy and have the experience of Read More…
New Zealand Family Adventures
If your family loves adventure and beautiful scenery, New Zealand is the perfect destination! Made up of 2 small islands, the country of New Zealand features a variety of destinations very distinctive in character. Because the country is so compact, you can easily visit several different areas on your holiday. Whether it’s adrenaline-fueled activities or Read More…
New Zealand Wildlife
Want to see New Zealand wildlife on your next vacation? New Zealand is filled with unique animals—although they are not always easy to spot! From the fascinating kiwi bird to the world’s smallest penguins, New Zealand is home to many species of animals. Most of the species are not native to New Zealand; the only Read More…
Outdoor Adventure in Australia’s Winter
Many travelers shy away from Australian travel from June to September, as the Southern Hemisphere is experiencing its winter. But, in fact, Australian winter is still balmy by northern standards and offers plenty of outdoor adventures. Some activities are actually best at this time of year! At Down Under Endeavours, we have several Australian travel packages Read More…
Best Australia Family Vacations
Summer break is right around the corner, which means summer vacation! Australia is a great choice for family travel, and our specialists here at Down Under Endeavours have broken down their favorite family-friendly spots! With an abundance of fascinating wildlife, cultural experiences, and plenty of water-based activities, Australia will be sure to keep you and Read More…
5 Best South Australia Tours: Wildlife, Outback, and Wine
Home to amazing places, landscapes, people, and wildlife, South Australia has something for every type of traveler. The capital city of Adelaide is where you’ll find history, arts & culture, delicious restaurants, and loads of festivals. Just a short flight away on Kangaroo Island, you can discover the most amazing Australian wildlife and nature both Read More…
New Zealand Outdoor Adventure
New Zealand is home to beautiful scenery and loads of opportunity for outdoor adventures. From mountain biking and stargazing to white water rafting and bunjy jumping, you can find an adrenaline fix around every corner. Your next New Zealand outdoor adventure can be full of exciting experiences! New Zealand is literally a playground. It’s particularly Read More…
Western Australia: Outback, Culture, Wine & Wildlife
G’day mates! English Marie here. This week it’s all about Western Australia. Where you’ll the landscapes will leave you breathless and in awe. Here you can ride a camel on Cable Beach, sip amazing wine and eat delicious food in Margaret River, swim with the whale sharks and do a small bar tour in Perth. Read More…
Discover Tasmania: Wilderness, Wildlife, & Foodie Adventures
This week I’d like to share with you the wonders of Tasmania, Australia—a dream vacation destination! Still a wild place, more than a fifth of the island is gorgeous wilderness and is a World Heritage site, protected by the national park service. Tasmania, often called Tassie, was settled by convicts, miners, and whalers who’ve all Read More…
Hobart, Tasmania: 5 Best Things to Do and See
Hobart, the capital of Tasmania, is home to a unique blend of history, charm, and modern luxury. Surrounded by rugged mountains, rolling green hills, breathtaking waterways, and rich cultural heritage, Hobart is a must-see when traveling to Australia! Our Australia experts put together this list of 5 can’t-miss things to see and do while in Read More…
Port Douglas & Surrounds
G’day mates! Still thinking of places to travel to in 2015? If Australia is on your list we’ve got you covered. We’d like to introduce you to a little gem called Port Douglas. Drive north from Cairns along the gorgeous coastal road for about an hour, and you’ll find yourself in one of the most unique Read More…
Marine Life of the Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, filled with beautiful coral and unique marine life. It is made up of thousands of individual reefs, along with hundreds of islands. This massive natural wonder supports an amazingly diverse ecosystem, made up of 350 different species of dazzling corals, over Read More…
Guide to Australia’s Northern Territory
The stunning hues of reds, browns, and greens make up the Northern Territory of Australia. Places like Uluru, Darwin, Kakadu, Arnhem Land, Katherine, Tennant Creek, and Alice Springs make up some of our favorite spots to visit. The Northern Territory is rich with Aboriginal history, rugged natural beauty, amazing wildlife, charismatic outback characters, and amazing Read More…