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Unforgettable Australia Family Vacations
The Best Things To Do, Family Friendly Hotels & Australian Foods
Australia family vacations are filled with great beaches, wonderful weather and of course koalas and kangaroos! Australia is at the top of the list for many travelers.
There is something for everyone here- babies and toddlers will love playing in the sand at the beaches, children will have a blast seeing Australia's animals- kookaburras, emus & quokkas to name a few. Teenagers will love the laid back surfer vibe at the beaches. Australia with kids is a great choice-one of my favorite destinations!
Australia is a family holiday paradise. With so much to do both indoors and out your children will not want to leave! From the beautiful coastline to the aquariums, family friendly restaurants and hotels to the amusement parks and cultural events, Australia has it all!
Traveling in Australia with a baby or toddler is easy to do. Diapers, milk and formula are readily available (though may be more expensive then back home). Bring a baby carrier for when you sight see or a lightweight umbrella stroller. There are feeding rooms available in all large shopping centers. Australia has parks located all over the place so you are bound to be able to stop and let your toddler have a run around on your travels!
Your children will enjoy eating all the delicious food in Australia. The famous Australia BBQ is only the start. You can find just about every cuisine in Australia and many restaurants have children’s meals. Fish and chips at the beach is always a hit with the kids! Check out these
Australian foods for kids
to try on your holidays.
Australia is a huge country (sixth largest in the world) and has a varied climate-though in general the weather is warm and sunny year round. The summer months are quite hot (December to February) with winter being a bit cooler (June to August). It is a fairly dry climate.
Introduce your kids to Australia with our Gordie Gibbon Video!
Sydney With Kids
Sydney is the largest Australian city and is located in South Eastern Australia. It is a vibrant city with lots of things to offer for your Australian family vacations.
It has world famous beaches and a beautiful harbor. You can enjoy the Sydney Opera House and stroll across the Harbour Bridge with the kids.
There are plenty of fun
things to do in Sydney with kids.
Visit the hands on Powerhouse Museum with your toddlers, check out the sharks at the aquariums with your children. Go for a stroll through the botanical gardens with your babies and your teenagers can learn to surf at Bondi Beach.
Sydney is quite an expensive destination for hotels. We have found several budget friendly hostels and hotels for children. Also available is serviced holiday apartments or centrally located Sydney family hotels. Choose from these
Sydney Family Hotels.
Sydney is a great spot to visit on your Australian family holidays.
Melbourne With Kids
Melbourne has lots to offer on your Australia family holidays. If you are traveling on a budget there are plenty of free family attractions to enjoy.
Everyone will be happy when you travel here! Your babies and toddlers will enjoy visiting Werribee Open Range Zoo on toddler Tuesdays. Your children will love visiting nearby Phillip Island to see the penguin parade and koala sanctuary. Your teenagers will like hanging out in Federation Square! Check out these 20
things to do in Melbourne with kids.
It can be difficult to find hotels offering accommodations for a family in Melbourne. We have found the best places to stay with your children. Choose from holiday apartments with a living area, kitchen and separate bedrooms for the kids. If you are on a budget we have found some great cheap hotels offering family rooms. Check out these
Melbourne family hotels.
Perth With Kids
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Perth is a lovely city to visit on your Australia family vacations. There are lots of interesting family attractions including beautiful beaches and an excellent zoo.
Your babies and toddlers will love the colorful fish at the aquarium. Your children will have a great time at Kings Park. Your teenagers will like the funky markets in Fremantle. Don't miss out on these 10 best
things to do in Perth with kids.
Finding the perfect accommodations for your family can be a challenge. We have found the best cheap family hotels, serviced holiday apartments and luxury family suites. Choose from these
Perth family hotels.
The Gold Coast
With 57 km of beautiful coastline-a visit to the Gold Coast with kids is a sure bet. Watch the surfers ride the waves, build sandcastles, and relax with your family. This is one of the most popular destinations for Australia family vacations.
There are plenty of excellent
Gold Coast family accommodation
to choose from. If you are traveling on a budget we have found cheap family hotels for your trip. Stay in one of the Gold Coast family resorts with a kids club or a holiday apartment on your Australia family vacations.
The Gold Coast has more to offer then just fantastic beaches. Visit the Currumbin Wildlife to hang out with the kangaroos and see an excellent bird show. Enjoy an evening out at the Outback Spectacular dinner and show with your children. Or visit one of the many theme parks! Check out these 21 fun
things to do in Gold Coast with kids.