20 SPLENDID SPOTS
when we’re ready, let’s celebrate Australia! Yes please! There’s the enormity of the awesome outback and lush gorgeous tropics; our busy, bustling country towns and exciting, vibrant, world-famous cities; and every exquisite unique characteristic binding them. And they’re all connected with fabulous roadways, trains, boats, ships and the air to take us from place to place. So prepare yourself for thrilling surprises and discoveries, and fall in love with ‘home’ like you never imagined. It is spellbinding. Come the time, explore it more than ever and discover its incomparable beauty. And just for starters, you can begin with these incredible experiences.
1 BE SKIPPER AND SAIL THE WHITSUNDAYS, QLD
Ever dreamt about donning a captain’s hat and taking the wheel of a luxury vessel? If you have a little experience, you can skipper your own vessel around the islands of the Whitsundays. Hiring a bareback charter comes with an afternoon of learning the ropes. And the vessel comes with maps, charts and the strict rule that you must check in by radio with the charter company twice daily. Imagine endless days anchoring in azure bays, diving to cool off or swimming with turtles, and perhaps exploring the islands. A highlight is the silica sand of Whitehaven Beach.
