Sep 18 2010
Australia: Land of Hopes and Dreams
Australia is a hugely popular destination for young British holiday makers, travelers and backpackers alike, but what makes it such a big draw despite being located on the other side of the globe? Australian culture is very similar to that of the British, to a greater degree than the U.S.A for example with their overly-optimistic outlook. Australian culture is very similar to that of the British, much more so than other English speaking countries such as the U.S.A for example. It is this special relationship that makes Australia holidays appeal to Brits and vice versa, meaning many backpackers make the land down under their first and sometimes only choice of backpacking destination.
The weather certainly helps, Australia has long, hot summers and mild winters, especially on the popular south east corner where cities such as Melbourne and Sydney are grouped? This is what makes the Aussies so closely associated with sand, sea and surfing and generally chilling out. This is what makes the Aussies synonymous with beaches, surfing and generally chilling out! There are a wide variety of ways to explore the country such as Australia tours and Australia cruises. Brits may also feel like they know the place, Australian soaps such as Neighbors and Home and Away permeated the British conscious throughout the 1980s and 1990s bringing typical Australian family life into our lives. Add to this Australias prominent position the British media through homegrown celebrities who have embraced Britain such as Kylie Minogue as well as high profile sporting events like the 2000 Sydney Olympics.
Oz does not just attract temporary visitors however, more and more UK residents are setting up new homes and lives after loosing patience with the British way of life. Oz does not just attract temporary visitors however, more and more UK residents are relocating to its sunnier climbs amid frustration with the UK jobs market, climate, congestion levels and general living conditions. Australia is short on skills meaning transferable roles such as nursing, engineering or trades can be applied in most major towns and cities.
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