Australia

While Australian golf is not as well-known as European golf, it is just as magnificent, making it a hidden gem in the golf world. Ranked #1 in the country by Golf Australia is Royal Melbourne-West Course, which is praised for its maintenance, vegetation, and unique sloping. Also highly ranked is Kingston Heath in Victoria, which give plenty of attention to detail and is also the host for The 2028 Presidents Cup. The island of Tasmania is a golf haven, with courses such as Barnbougle Dunes and Cape Wickham Links are known for their breathtaking coastal views. All in all, Australia is known for pristinely maintained courses and incredible views. North American summers mean it’s Australia’s winter, with temperate weather around 70 degrees.

While taking a break from the Australian golf courses, the cities of the countries are perfect for some urban exploration. Sydney is home to the world-famous Sydney Opera House. Tours and sightseeing to view iconic scenes such as the Sydney Harbor are available as well. In Queensland, visit the “Home of The Crocodile Hunter” in the breathtaking Australia Zoo and become fully immersed in the environmental culture of the country and one of it’s most prominent figures. Tours to see penguins, koalas, and other native wildlife is available out of tours in Melbourne. The Brisbane river tours and whale watching excursions are also not to be missed. There truly is so much to explore in the cities of Australia!

Dining in Australia is sure to please even the most conservative eaters. Winner of the “Best Fine Dining” category at Time Out Melbourne’s 2025 Food & Drink Award, Navi in Melbourne boasts a large menu using the finest natural ingredients. For Italian lovers, Neptune’s Grotto in Sydney is the perfect stop, winner of “Restaurant of the Year 2025” by Time Out Sydney. They also boast an extensive wine menu. In addition to regionally-renowned restaurants, Australia is home to a regular on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants in Attica (Victoria), where meals are an all-consuming sensory experience. Australia is also home to some hidden gems. For Asian cuisine, there’s Raku in Canberra and Tasmania’s Aløft, which serve Japanese and Pan-Asian meals, respectively. For sweet tooths, look no further than Pilot in Canberra or Sean’s in Sydney.