Australian landscapes are one of a kind…
“I’ve been to cities that never close down
From New York to Rio and old London town
But no matter how far or how wide I roam
I still call Australia home
I’m always travelling, I love being free
And so I keep leaving the sun and the sea
But my heart lies waiting over the phone
I still call Australia home…”
These lyrics written by Peter Allen are on constant repeat in my head on days like today. Living away from Australia my mind never wanders far from the beaches, wide open spaces and bright blue skies. I’ve even got sand in a pair of shoes that I refuse to shake out.
I couldn’t let today, Australia Day, go by without sharing a little bit of what I love about Australia, and why it’s worth a 24hr+ flight to get there from any corner of the world.
Here is my island home in 20 photos…
Hello! I’m the founder and photographer behind The Wandering Lens.
With 17+yrs experience as a professional travel and landscape photographer, all advice found on this site is from my personal experience on the road. I hope it’s useful for your own travels and would love to hear in the comments about your trips and experiences around the world.
Blog Comments
Amanda
January 27, 2016 at 4:30 am
Take me there now! Amazing photos, thank you for sharing.
Tracey
January 30, 2016 at 1:29 pm
LOVE Australia!! Been three times now and it’s definitely worth the flight from Seattle!
Phil
February 6, 2016 at 8:14 pm
The great barrier reef is one of my dreams to see
Ben Willian
February 18, 2016 at 12:56 am
Wow, excellent photo shots. It seems to me that Australia is a land of Beauty. Lucky to live in Australia , mate
Happy travelling
Cheers!!
Beth
May 23, 2016 at 9:36 am
Amazing photos!
thewanderinglens
June 6, 2016 at 1:42 pm
Thanks so much Beth!
Ash Dane
February 28, 2017 at 11:51 am
Wow, excellent landscaping collections in Australia. Nice hilly environment, sea, desert, cool people, native people, modern architecure…Australia can be home of heaven for traveler.
I personally prepare Perth for traveling and spend holiday time.
Thanks
Ash Dane
Santiago Washington
June 2, 2021 at 4:05 pm
Hi, your photos are amazing, Thanks for sharing your experiences with us, Very look good!