Australia: Overview
Australia is a vast country and attracts high numbers of tourists who want to sample the lifestyle, along with others who want to emigrate there. From the distinctive outline of the Sydney Opera House to the arid slopes of Ayers Rock, Australia is a country with much to explore. With so many places to visit, take a look at our short guide to Australia to learn more about what the country has to offer before booking your flights.

Regions
Australia is divided into six states: Western Australia, Tasmania, South Australia, Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. There are also two mainland territories: Australian Capital Territory (home to the capital city, Canberra) and the Northern Territory (which includes Alice Springs and Uluru, also known as Ayres Rock). Before booking flights to Australia, take into account what the different regions of the country have to offer, so that you can choose your perfect holiday destination. A trip to New South Wales will almost certainly include Sydney, the Blue Mountains and Byron Bay. Queensland is home to the Barrier Reef, the city of Brisbane and the Gold Coast, which is known for its beaches and theme parks. South Australia contains the city of Adelaide and the Mount Lofty-Flinders Ranges. Victoria includes Melbourne and the Great Ocean Road within its boundaries. 

Attractions
When booking your flights to Australia and planning your itinerary, you may want to consider visiting some of the following attractions.

If you’re visiting Sydney, make sure that you pay a visit to the Sydney Opera House. Sitting on the tip of Bennelong Point, the unmistakeable architecture was inspired by the segments of an orange. You can also climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge for stunning views across the city, or head to nearby Bondi Beach for sun and surf.

Melbourne is the second largest city in Australia and is a popular place to visit. Despite its temperamental weather, there is plenty to see and do, with many art galleries, museums, bars and restaurants for you to discover. Alternatively, head to Brisbane, where you can explore the city and take day-trips to the beaches and theme parks of the Gold Coast.

The Great Barrier Reef is one of Australia’s natural wonders and is the largest natural coral reef system in the world. It’s made up of hundred of stunning tropical islands along with thousands of species of marine life. Take a tour to see the reef for yourself.

One of Australia’s most famous attractions is Uluru, which is situated in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, in the Northern Territory. Also known as Ayers Rock, this large sandstone formation is sacred to the local Aboriginal people and is steeped in ancient legend.

Useful Facts
When booking flights to Australia, it is worth taking the following into consideration:

Language: English
Time zone:  Greenwich Meantime plus eight hours.
Vaccinations:  Yellow fever certificate required.
Currency: Australian Dollars
Electricity:  240V AC, three pin plugs.

Booking Australia Flights
You can book flights to Australia online with Etihad Airways.