5 Australian destinations for when you need to relax

Sometimes we want to use our free time to go on an adventure. At others, we want to enrich ourselves by learning about local cultures. And then there are other times, increasingly common, when all we want to do is relax. Life has been getting faster and faster in recent years, and it’s little wonder that so many of us are beginning to feel the strain. A relaxing break is what we need. The good news is that there’s no shortage of fantastic, relaxing destinations in Australia for you to make the most of. We take a look at five of the best places below. Swanning around Sydney The idea of being in a busy city might be the last thing you want, but hear us out. When it comes to big cities, Sydney is one of the best worldwide when it comes to relaxation. There are plenty of quiet, peaceful places to unwind: for example, there’s the blue points reserve, and the MacCallum Pool, and the many large parks, which are just about the best place to be on a warm summer’s day. If that’s not enough for you, then there’s always the many spa treatments and delicious food spots in the city to put you in a good mood. On the beach But if you’re tired of the city, then there’ll likely be no better prospect that the idea of spending a week or more relaxing on the beach. And of course, on this front, Australia excels. Is there a better place to… Read More