About Australia

About Australia

Australia is a big place full of opportunities for adventure. The diversity of activities in Australia is matched only by the diversity of its natural wonders and sophisticated cities.

Australia is closer than you think. Did you know that flying from Los Angeles to Sydney takes exactly the same amount of time as flying from Los Angeles to Rome?

Australia is an affordable destination with a great exchange rate for North Americans. The cost for hotels, meals, and sightseeing all compare favorably with destinations in Europe and Asia.

No matter what the time of year, somewhere in Australia the weather is warm and wonderful. The seasons are reversed so when it’s winter in North America, it is summer in Australia. Even the "cooler" months are considered the best time to see the deserts and tropical north.

Everyone speaks English, so you will feel right at home.

Quick Facts About Australia

Capital : Canberra

States and Territories :

New South Wales (NSW)

Queensland (QLD)

Victoria (VIC)

South Australia (SA)

Western Australia (WA)

Tasmania (TAS)

Australian Capital Territory (ACT)

Northern Territory (NT)

National Anthem :

‘Advance Australia Fair’

Currency :

Australian Dollar

Largest City :

Sydney (approx. 4 million)

State/Territory

New South Wales
Northern Territory
Queensland
South Australia

Tasmania
Victoria
Western Australia
Australian Capital Territory