"Down Under" Top 5 Page for this destination Australia by darthmilmo

Australia Travel Guide: 49,621 reviews and 104,915 photos

Bottle in the sea

I had a wonderful time traveling through Australia for five months in 2003 (from July to December). I met tons of interesting folks from all walks of life. Together with them or alone, I had many adventures and misadventures that I will never forget. Although it may not be as exotic as Africa, Asia, or Latin America, Australia was definitely worth it. I miss her already and deep in my heart I know I’ll go back someday. After all, I still need to explore the jewels in Western Australia.

Taking a brake with my friend, the wallaby

There is no better motivation for making this webpage then Australia itself. I hope the many personal anecdotes and pictures I have posted on this webpage inspire you to go on your own adventure. If you’ve been there or live there, then I hope it reminds you of a similar adventure you have experienced in the past.

Please respect my photos and me by not using my pictures without previous permission. Cheers. © Copyrighted by Darth Milmo :)

Pros and Cons

Pros:Endless wonderful attractions that will keep you occupied all through your holiday.
Cons:At times, it can get pretty busy with tons of tourists overwhelming the place.
In a nutshell:Wonderful place full of friendly locals, interesting places, and a language you can understand.

Last visit to Australia: Dec 2002
Intro Updated Feb 11, 2004
Add to Trip Planner (?)
Report Abuse

Reviews (249)

Royal Flying Doctors Favorites (5)

The best way to learn about them is at the Royal Flying Doctors Museum in Alice Springs. I haven't said much about this... more travel advice

Road Train Favorites (5)

I left out one interesting piece of the Outback that I wasn't too sure where to include so here goes. As you know, the... more travel advice

Toilet on the woods Favorites (5)

One of the advantages of traveling in a developed country is the abundance of great national and state parks. Most of... more travel advice

States and Territories Favorites (5)

Australia is divided into six states and two territories*. The States are New South Whales, Queensland, South Australia,... more travel advice

Sports & Outdoors (15)
See All Surfing
Shopping (5)
See All Best Souvenir Bargains on Sydney
What to Pack (1)
Don't forget the CASH!
Local Customs (18)
See All Banana Plantations in the most unlikely...
Transportation (11)
See All Melbourne Trolley
Warnings Or Dangers (11)
See All Deadly Marine Stingers

Tourist Traps (3)
See All One Day Rushed Trips to the Great...
Nightlife (6)
See All Southern Cross
Hotels (10)
See All Traditional Pub Stays are the best
Restaurants (5)
See All Outback diner
Off The Beaten Path (69)
See All Magnetic or Meridian Termite Mound
Things to Do (90)
See All South West NP

Travelogues (5)

1 - 4 of 5

Comments (40)

australia2 Apr 7, 2012 at 5:40 AM Report Abuse

Absolutely magnificent Aussie material Darth!? Big Congrats. Laurie.
losttribe45 Mar 15, 2010 at 8:01 AM Report Abuse

WOW, thanks for the information, very informative. Can I ask you some other questions also? I heard that being sick in Australia they pay you.
angiebabe Aug 23, 2009 at 9:12 AM Report Abuse

well that was a short lasting 4x4 extra adventure! after reading through the remainder of yr W and Danger tips Im glad you survived yr long stint in Australia! excellent range of info here - esp good accommodation tips!
balhannah Nov 1, 2008 at 11:27 PM Report Abuse

Love your map of Australia, you certainly realized you needed plenty of time to have a look around, glad you enjoyed it.
sprdak11 Aug 10, 2008 at 5:06 AM Report Abuse

Great and very informative travel page. Greetings.
SoonBeijing Feb 1, 2008 at 11:36 PM Report Abuse

Really impressed by all the wonderful information you provide. Great trip and fantastic information. I loved your pages
rachel_sun Jan 8, 2008 at 5:12 PM Report Abuse

I so dream of visiting Oz for 3-6 months. Since I was 16 or so. Sydney, Alice Springs, Brisbane, Melbourne, learning to play the didj . Bookmark your pages.
Timboli Aug 16, 2007 at 6:31 PM Report Abuse

Lovely pages :) I'm glad you enjoyed your trip to Australia.
Lynda99 Jan 9, 2007 at 6:01 AM Report Abuse

F - Finally getting around to reading your blog. I notice that you omitted the fact that you abandoned me halfway up cradle mountain and I had to climb with another 2 ladies, one of which had been similarly abandoned by her travel companion.
iandsmith Dec 4, 2006 at 1:50 AM Report Abuse

Wonderful pages, great pics. I'll have to lift my game! Great to see you saw lots more than the usual tourist.