Australia for Free-Take a break in your own town or City!
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Australia for Free Take a Break in your own town or City. Not only is it inexpensive, it gives you an opportunity to really discover what lies in your own backyard.
The latest trend in travel has arrived, and they call it a "staycation". In these current hard economic times, the idea of taking day trips in your own home town has caught on like wildfire. 1 Plan a daily activity, and make sure something fun or interesting takes you out of the house every day. It might mean a free museum tour, discovering a walking trail or taking a bike ride. Try to include activities and destinations you haven't visited before, or munch on a dish you haven't tried. If your town or city has a particular multicultural area, for example a Chinatown, pay a visit and soak in all the tastes, sights and sounds. 2 Have a budget in mind-do you want to do only free activities or allot a certain amount of money per day? Once you've decided what you're doing and for how long, write your own itinerary and hand it out to the family, just like a travel agent would. 3 Swap houses with friends for a few days in another suburb. Another option is house-sitting. It might mean looking after pets and keeping the garden groomed, but for free accommodation in an unknown area fit for exploring, it's worth it. 4 Try to make your house-sitting experience a "no-housework zone", after all you are on holiday, even if you're staying local. Do as you would on holiday and have a pile of books and magazines to flick through after your day trip. 5 For ideas to keep your family busy, use your local council's website, your state tourism website, or visit www.tourismaustralia.com and check the newspaper for free events. Here are some ideas for a fun day out.
Brisbane Take the kids down to South Bank to visit Streets Beach, Australia’s only man-made city beach. Nestled in next to the Brisbane River and CBD, its crystal-clear lagoon, white sand, palm trees and tropical surrounds are patrolled by lifesavers. There are great playgrounds for the kids to enjoy. Melbourne
The whole family will love Birrarung Marr Park, just behind Federation Square on the banks of the Yarra River. Kids can wander over the three levels of terraces and listen to the Federation Bells, which ring three times a day. The ArtPlay playground features tube slides, sand pits, swinging hammocks, activity panels, rock and rope-climbing features and balance beams. Perth
Climb the DNA Tower in Kings Park and enjoy panoramic views of the city skyline and Swan River. The winding climb with 101 steps takes you to the highest point in Kings Park. the view from the 15m high tower is one of this beautiful city's most rewarding sights. Adelaide Visit Adelaide Central Market on Gouger St for a morning's free entertainment and wander around the stalls laden with fresh cheeses, fruit and tasty small goods. The heritage and character of the market remains, with the stunning Victorian facade. Around Australia Explore the nation's rail trails, the shared-use paths that are recycled from abandoned railway corridors. Linking big and small country towns, they can be used for waling, cycling and horse riding. Visit www.railtrails.org.au to learn more.
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Walk the cobblestone streets of The Rocks and along the promenade of Circular Quay and take the Writers Walk where you can learn about famous Australian writers from 50 metal plaques. Each plaque has a selection of thoughts from writers, such as art critic and historian Robert Hughes, academic and author Germaine Greer, and novelists Peter Carey and Ruth Park. Finish your day with a walk across the spectacular Sydney Harbour Bridge.
