9 Reasons why oceania captures your heart forever
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9 Reasons why oceania captures your heart forever
Reading time: 2 min
9 Reasons why oceania captures your heart forever
Reading time: 2 min
1. The road calls you and here is where the real adventure begins
In Oceania, every kilometre feels like an invitation to go further. In Australia, the roads stretch out endlessly: turn up “We’re on a road to nowhere” and sing along at full volume. Driving from Melbourne to Cairns is a bit like crossing Europe from south to north. And yes, you drive on the left but that’s exactly what makes it so delightfully different.
In New Zealand, every bend is a surprise: winding roads, charming one-lane bridges and mountain passes that make your heart beat a little faster.
Whether you choose a campervan or a complete self-drive, driving here becomes pure freedom. It’s the kind of journey you think back on later with a huge smile because you lived it at your own rhythm, on your own road.
2. Wine regions that seduce you before you even arrive
Oceania’s wine regions are more than beautiful, they invite you to taste, explore and savour. In Australia, you can enjoy the power of Barossa Valley, the elegance of Yarra Valley and the sunny, playful charm of Hunter Valley.
Then comes New Zealand, where Marlborough’s iconic Sauvignon Blanc transports you instantly, and Hawke’s Bay surprises you with rich and refined aromas. Every glass becomes a small adventure that sparks the desire to explore the landscape behind it.
3. Ancient cultures that welcome you with open arms
Oceania does not just impress you with its landscapes, it touches you through the stories that have lived here for thousands of years. Aboriginal communities in Australia immerse you in a world of myths, songs and symbols that give the land a deeper meaning.
A little further on, the Māori of New Zealand invite you to experience their traditions as if you were part of the family for a moment: a haka that resonates through your whole body, and a hāngi, slow-cooked underground, shared around a table full of warmth. You become part of the moment and that’s exactly what makes the encounter unforgettable.
4. A cuisine that surprises you with a big smile
The moment you sit down at the table, you feel how playful and bold Oceania’s cuisine is. Australia serves up its cheeky favourites: the salty punch of Vegemite, warm crispy meat pies and a solid bush breakfast to kick-start your morning.
Across the Tasman, New Zealand spoils you with perfectly cooked lamb and iconic Whitebait Fritters: simple, pure flavours that transport you to the coast, the traditions and the fresh sea air.
Here, you discover dishes that spark your curiosity, surprise you and delight you completely.
5. Film locations you can walk through yourself
Sometimes it feels like stepping straight onto a movie set, that is how impressive the scenery is. Australia astonishes with its rugged landscapes worthy of Mad Max, its colourful deserts reminiscent of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, and the iconic locations from Crocodile Dundee.
Across the Tasman Sea, New Zealand awaits with misty valleys, mystical mountains and endless rolling green hills, the settings of The Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit and The Piano. You walk through scenes you already know, but in real life, they feel even more magical.
6. Adventures for daredevils (and for anyone with a hint of crazy)
If you are craving a solid adrenaline rush, this corner of the world is perfect. New Zealand is the playground of thrill-seekers: bungee jumping over turquoise rivers, crossing glaciers as if stepping into another world, or hiking along ridgelines that make your heart race.
Australia offers a different kind of thrill: surfing iconic waves, snorkeling among the life of the Great Barrier Reef, or wandering through silent deserts that make you feel like the only person on the planet. Here, adventure wakes you up, challenges you and joyfully unveils your slightly wild side.
7. Starry skies that make you forget the rest of the world
When the sun sets, Oceania reveals another kind of magic. Far from cities and bright lights, thousands of stars appear in a sky almost too bright to be real. The Milky Way stretches above you as if you could reach out and touch it, and the silence around you feels almost sacred.
Whether you are sitting on a remote Australian beach or lying among New Zealand’s mountains, stargazing becomes more than an activity, it becomes a moment of pure wonder.
8. Travellers who become friends in no time
Some memories are not built alone, they are gifted to you by the people you meet along the way. In Australia and New Zealand, this happens constantly: around a campfire, on a hiking trail, in a small coastal town where someone shares a secret spot with you. Friendships here grow without hurry, without expectations, without agenda. You may travel alone, but never for long.
9. Sleeping your way and always somewhere beautiful
Whatever your travel style is, Oceania has a dream version of it. A tent under the stars, a lodge in a quiet bay, a luxurious hideaway tucked into nature, or a campervan that gifts you a new view every day.
Nature becomes your companion: the ocean waking you, mountains glowing at sunrise, silence lingering just a little longer. Waking up here never feels like a beginning, it feels like a continuation.
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