Hope Cottage Museum in Kingscote, South Australia originally built in 1859 is the restored home of Charles and Michael Calnan and showcases period furniture, china, clothing and artefacts. Come view a fascinating insight into the history and heritage of Kangaroo Island complete with re-created Willoughby Lighthouse. Hope Cottage Museum has an excellent display of tractors and machinery, an extensive pictorial history and model display of sea and air travel to the island, a communication room with telephones, typewriters, switchboards and more, an old laundry, a blacksmith shop and shearing shed, a Masonic Lodge Room, a 1950's style garage and so much more, a must see attraction.READ MORE

Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery in Kingscote, is the only remaining commercial eucalyptus oil distillery in South Australia and manufacture 100 percent pure Australian eucalyptus oil which they sell along with a large range of associated products. They also have a retail shop and craft gallery and are a popular tourist attraction, plus orders for goods can be placed on-line, via phone, fax or email, but you'll be missing a fascinating visit. Guided tours of the distillery are offered to groups throughout the year, with short DVD and lovely display of history and memorabilia. Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Oil Distillery also have the Cellar Door with full bar license and Rookery Wines, cheese platters and more, and there's a BBQ and general picnic area as well as disabled facilities, come for a fascinating visit.READ MORE

Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens in Mackay, Queensland, Australia is a wonderful attraction and home to a vast range of tropical flora. Here you can view exquisite Australian native plants, and other exotic plants in five culturally themed gardens, there's also local wildlife and excellent bird watching opportunities. Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens also has excellent walking and hiking trails as well as a cafe, restaurant and gallery and they have meeting and event spaces for weddings and other events, it's the perfect venue with excellent options for various functions. The Garden Shop has a wonderful range of gifts and souvenirs, as well as works by local artists and craftspeople, come for a fascinating visit.READ MORE

The Bluewater Trail in Mackay, Queensland, Australia offers six key sites along the shared pathway, and visitors here can enjoy the Botanic Gardens, the Bluewater Lagoon swimming facility, an environmental walkway, a public open space, walk and park. It's all here for wonderful fitness and health, attractions, recreational activities and the mixed use integrated trail goes through the environment, green spaces and the city's beaches. The Bluewater Trail also has two public fishing platforms and work is continuing along the pathways, so come for a fabulous time and enjoy all that the trails have to offer.READ MORE

Mamu Tropical Skywalk in Innisfail, North Queensland, Australia welcomes you on a walk in the clouds in Wooroonoon National Park for an exhilarating experience high in the rainforest canopy. Enjoy spectacular views and panoramas of the World Heritage rainforest landscapes, and features include and elevated walkway rising from ground level up and meandering through lush tropical rainforest, they also have a cantilever and high observation tower with two viewing decks affording spectacular views over the North Johnstone River gorge and surrounding rainforest-clad peaks. Mamu Tropical Skywalk not only offers sweeping vistas, you can also enjoy close ups of rainforest plants, insects and birds, come views the complex web of life, rich culture and history of the rainforest, it's an unforgettable journey with more than 1100 metres of forest walking tracks.READ MORE

The Australian Sugar Heritage Centre in Innisfail, North Queensland welcomes you to join them for a fascinating journey into the drama and heritage of Australia's sugar industry, learn about the people, the industry, the rich folklore and more, it's all here. Marvel at the displays of implements and machines that developed the industry, enjoy the audio visual displays in the heritage centre and the pioneering methods, here they are dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the heritage of the Australian sugar industry. The Australian Sugar Heritage Centre Complex houses and art gallery and air conditioned Sugarama conference room for meetings and workshops, there's also the Mourilyan Cafe for light snacks and full meals, a post office and souvenir shop with specialty items relating to the Sugar Industry, come for an unforgettable visit.READ MORE

Paronella Park in Innisfail is a heritage-listed tourist attraction located at Mena Creek, Queensland on 5 hectares and are open everyday, and comes complete with castle and beautiful gardens. There are cabins available for overnight accommodation with air con TV and more ideal for two people. Paronella Park is an elegant, timeless and unique venue for your dream wedding day or celebration complete with wedding planner and gorgeous grounds. Paronella Park offers a 45 minute story telling tour through the park with 5 hectares of tropical gardens, a fully restored and operational 1930's hydro electric generator, wildlife and fish feeding, a boutique caravan and camping grounds, a cafe and so much more, it's a beautiful destination and attraction.READ MORE

The War Shelter of Platanias was constructed by German troops in 1942 has an underground complex of booths and tunnels that used to store ammunition and military material during World War II. This historic site is built on a Platanias hill as a natural protection to air bombings and strategic location for controlling both land and sea. The War Shelter of Platanias is today a small World War 11 Museum in memory of the battle of Crete, come learn the history and stories behind the war and days of old, it's a fascinating experience.READ MORE

The Orillia Museum of Art and History in Orillia, Ontario is a hub of culture and heritage for local artists, historians, visitors and the community in the heart of Orillia’s Peter Street Arts District. Come learn about the vibrant history of Orillia and the area, view the collection of more than 10 000 donated artifacts, including objects, archival documents, photographs and works of art, they also welcome teachers to explore their educational programming, and visitors looking to do research. The Orillia Museum of Art and History also showcases exhibitions and programs, and the museum shop offers handcrafted items from local and Canadian artisans, books, glass, silver, pottery items and other beautiful treasures.READ MORE

The OPP Museum in Orillia, Ontario is open year round with free admission, and their basic responsibilities are to preserve, document and interpret artifacts and archival materials to build an understanding of policing in Ontario dating all the way back to 1791. By preserving and celebrating the heritage of the Ontario Provincial Police visitors can view fascinating permanent and temporary collections as well as travelling exhibitions, they also have vintage vehicles and more. The OPP Museum also has on-line features with objects that are not currently on display, and they have a time capsule project, come visit, you'll be amazed.READ MORE