15 Nights Australia

The capital city of Australias Northern Territory, Darwin delivers more than enough rugged natural beauty to earn its namesake: none other than renowned naturalist Charles Darwin. This port city on Australias Top End ? the lushly forested northern tip of the province ? is known for its year-round tropical climate. After you take in the ocean views at Cullen Bay Marina, cool down inside the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Here, youll find collections on Cyclone Tracy, Darwins World War II history and indigenous and Australian art. If youre looking to venture farther out with your Darwin cruise, its just over an hour to the Kakadu rainforest or the waterfalls and plunge pools of Litchfield National Park.

Yirrkala is a small community in East Arnhem Region, Northern Territory of Australia, 18 kilometres (11 mi) south-east from the large mining town of Nhulunbuy, on the Gove Peninsula in Arnhem Land. It population comprises predominantly Aboriginal Australians of the Yolngu people, and it is also home to a number of Mission Aviation Fellowship pilots and engineers based in Arnhem Land providing air transport services

For those keen to discover an unspoiled island paradise in Australia, then look no further than Queensland's Thursday Island in the Torres Strait. The island offers a relaxed and laid-back vibe and unique culture that offers a multifaceted history lesson just begging to be explored.

Cape York Peninsula is a large remote peninsula located in Far North Queensland, Australia. It is the largest unspoiled wilderness in northern Australia. Every day is an adventure in Cape York, one of Australia's last true wilderness areas. Go camping, fishing, four wheel driving, walk along the beach and discover the incredible Aboriginal and early European history.

Osprey Reef is a submerged atoll in the Coral Sea, northeast of Queensland, Australia. It is part of the Northwestern Group of the Coral Sea Islands. Osprey Reef is roughly oval in shape, measuring 25 by 12 kilometres (16 by 7 mi), and covers around 195 square kilometres (75 sq mi). It has a perimeter of 69.5 kilometres (43.2 mi). The central lagoon is only 30 metres (98 ft) deep.

Part of the tropical Queensland, Cooktown is one of the many resort towns in Australia that are friendly to travellers who love to walk and explore the town... and explore they should, with Cooktowns various historic buildings and monuments, visit the Botanic Gardens, have fun with kids at the Musical Playground, or grab some souvenirs at the Croc Shop.

Port Douglas is a coastal town in tropical far north Queensland, Australia on the Coral Sea. Its reknowned for its beach resorts and its proximity to both the Great Barrier Reef, and the Daintree National Park. The town is a foodie haven with cafes, bars and elegant restaurants. Curving away to the south is the popular Palm fringed Four Mile Beach.

Willis Island is the only permanently inhabited island in the Coral Sea Islands Territory. Located beyond the Great Barrier Reef, this island stands 280 miles from Cairns. The only residents on the 7.7-hectare sandy island are a handful of Australian Bureau of Meteorology staff members working at the weather monitoring station.The main attractions are the sights youll see as you cruise through the Coral Sea. Spot tropical birds like black noodies, sooty terns and wedge-tailed shearwaters. Cruise to Willis Island to see the Great Barrier Reef stretch beneath the turquoise waters and the exotic fish that swim here, including angel fish, clown fish and hammerhead sharks.

While it is usually a jump-off port for the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns can also become a destination for destination for trekking, discovering secret islands along the reef, exploring the Daintree Rainforest and even gliding through the rainforest canopy. Cairns also is home to the Esplanade, which is a swimming lagoon where you can freely bask under the sun as you enjoy the panoramic views of the Trinity Inlet.

While it is usually a jump-off port for the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns can also become a destination for destination for trekking, discovering secret islands along the reef, exploring the Daintree Rainforest and even gliding through the rainforest canopy. Cairns also is home to the Esplanade, which is a swimming lagoon where you can freely bask under the sun as you enjoy the panoramic views of the Trinity Inlet.