Holiday in Southern Australia

Southern Australia is renowned for its scintillating blend of incomparable experiences – untainted coastline, eco-rich wildlife, Kangaroo Island, world-class food and wine, the Barossa and stunning Flinders Ranges. It is a state of contrasts and surprises. South Australia is drawing more and more attention as a travel destination and it has a lot to do with good living. A lifestyle that incorporates traditional culture and arts, festivals, major national and international sporting events combined with fresh quality local food and fine south Australian wine. The locals enjoy it every day and the tourists simple love to get a glimpse of this “Australian Dream”.

Best Time to Visit: Mediterranean climate prevails in the Southern Australia with warm dry summers and mild winters. It rains mostly during the winter months (June –August). The weather, especially in the northern parts of the state, is very hot during summer (December – February). The temperature is almost unbearable for the travelers in the places like Flinders Ranges and outback regions as these areas contain great expanses of desert. But the nights here, however, can be very cold.
Currency, Banking and Credit Cards: In Australia, the currency notes are in $100, $50, $20, $10 and $5 and coins are in $2, $1, 50c, 20c, 10c and 5c. The travelers can avail the currency exchanging facility at all Australian International Airports. Foreign currency and travelers’cheques and be exchanged at most banks. South Australian banks are generally open 9.30am-4pm from Monday to Thursday and 9.30am-5pm on Fridays. American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Diners Club, and Bankcard are some of the most commonly used credit cards across Southern Australia. But there might be restrictions in smaller retail houses and country areas. ATMs are widespread throughout the city and suburban shopping zones.

Tourist Attractions:
Adelaide: Nestled in between the Flinders Ranges and Outback, there is no other part of the country offers such easy access to this ancient landscape than South Australia’s capital city, Adelaide. The state capital, though not as big as cities like Sydney or Melbourne, still enjoys an abundance of music and art festivals, markets, gourmet food and wine cellar doors. The shopaholics are sure to enjoy themselves at specialist shops in Rundle Mall like RM Williams and Haigh’s Chocolates, the legendary Outback outfitter. Tired of shopping and want some food or drinks to revitalize? There are more than 700 restaurants, cafes and pubs waiting for you. If you need to be closer to nature, Glenelg beach is only within a 20 minute drive from Adelaide. So no matter if you want to shop, be entertained, eat out and party, or just relax, Adelaide always has something in store for you.

Kangaroo Island: Australia is synonymous to Kangaroo and if tourists miss a trip to Kangaroo Island, they miss half the fun. The Kangaroo Island is only 15 kilometers away from South Australian mainland and is nearly three times the size of London. There are secluded beaches, pastures and small towns with intimate restaurants and small shops showcasing local artworks.

Wine Regions: Some of the most famous wine regions in the world are dotted across South Australia. Be it Shiraz in the Barossa, Riesling in the Clare Valley or the big reds of the Coonawarra, the world class wine produced here will surely quench the wine lovers’ thrust.

Coorong National Park: The Coorong National Park has a great biological significance globally. It attracts thousands of migratory birds from far away countries like North Asia, Siberia and the Arctic Circle.

Coober Pedy: Coober Pedy is crowned as the “Opal Capital of the World”. It is best known for its unique style of underground living and has evolved in to one of the most unique places in Southern Australia.

Come and Visit the South of Australia !!

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