Australia & South Pacific Food, Gardens & parks, Lighthouse + Military pictures

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Unwind in Australia’s most remote state capital, set in a lush valley along a picturesque river and surrounded by great beaches, historic harbors and vast deserts.

From rolling green hills to underground caves, this region of New Zealand is so lush and lovely it has attracted the attention of Hollywood movie producers.

Nestled between the ocean and the Adelaide Hills, the South Australian capital is a hive of creativity, historical wonder and culinary delights.

Admire this red-and-white striped navigational icon and marvel at its dramatic location on limestone cliffs ravaged by pounding ocean waves.

Family-friendly and easily accessible, this Rotorua park is home to a collection of geothermic vents and a weekly flea market.

Family-friendly and easily accessible, this Rotorua park is home to a collection of geothermic vents and a weekly flea market.

Relax in the sun and see a diverse range of native and exotic plant life at one of the country’s premier botanical gardens.

Relax in the sun and see a diverse range of native and exotic plant life at one of the country’s premier botanical gardens.

Relax in the sun and see a diverse range of native and exotic plant life at one of the country’s premier botanical gardens.

Sitting high above the water’s edge, this historic lighthouse has been a fixture of the Catlins for more than a century.

Sitting high above the water’s edge, this historic lighthouse has been a fixture of the Catlins for more than a century.

Relax in the sun and see a diverse range of native and exotic plant life at one of the country’s premier botanical gardens.

Relax in the sun and see a diverse range of native and exotic plant life at one of the country’s premier botanical gardens.

Relax in the sun and see a diverse range of native and exotic plant life at one of the country’s premier botanical gardens.

Trek along a walking trail to reach this historic lighthouse, which promises exceptional coastal views and opportunities to spot native flora and wildlife.

Family-friendly and easily accessible, this Rotorua park is home to a collection of geothermic vents and a weekly flea market.

Relax in the sun and see a diverse range of native and exotic plant life at one of the country’s premier botanical gardens.