The high rises can make it look like a concrete jungle, but this is far outstripped by a booming youthful spirit and startling physical beauty:

Brisbane Sophisticated city galleries and rooftop bars, desolate sub-tropical beaches, cool-climate vineyards the greater Brisbane region deals in Queensland’s most gasp-inducing contrasts. Star of the

Perth and Margaret River  Throw in superb beaches, stunning sunsets, global eats and booming small-bar and street-art scenes. And Perth seems downright hip. Not far

Darwin Australia’s only tropical capital of the Northern Territory, Darwin is more than just a gateway to the wonders of the Top End. Spend a

Adelaide and South Australia’s Wine Regions Restrained, dignified, neat-casual -this is the staid self- image Adelaide has traditionally projected, a nod to the days of

Hobart No doubt about it, Hobart’s future is looking rosy, riding high above the city is Kunanyi/Mt wellington, a rugged monolith seemingly made for mountain

Melbourne Melbourne is dynamic, sports-mad and cosmopolitan, There’s a coolness about it with chic bars, cafes, restaurants, festivals and inhabitants that transcend the borders.  Great

Sydney  Sydney is the capital to which all the other Australian cities aspire. Encircling one of the world’s most beautiful natural harbours, the city is