Australia Day is the official national day of Australia. Celebrated annually on January 26th, the day commemorates the arrival of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove in 1788, the hoisting of the British flag there, and the proclamation of British rule over the eastern seaboard of Australia.

If you are heading to Australia this winter, you will find several of their “summer” activities in store. You can walk along the coastal cliffs in Sydney or enjoy the beaches, vineyards, national parks, golf courses and day spas at Mornington Penninsula, Melbourne’s Summer Playground. Add some sunshine to your life in the Swan Valley, a scenic pocket of food, wine and history just 25 minutes from Perth. Celebrate the new year with a sampling of fine Tasmanian food and wine, entertainment and sailboats on Hobart’s historic waterfront.  See turtles nest and hatch near Bundaberg and mass coral spawning on the Great Barrier Reef during summer from November to March. Or find yourself amongst native Australian animals and ancient Aboriginal artifacts on a summer bushwalk, bike ride or drive in Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve.  A great trip any time!

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