Bundaberg Railway Museum in Bundaberg, Queensland, is a small railway museum that will delight railway enthusiasts and visitors who are interested in learning about the first local railway station that was built in 1881 to transport copper from the mines. Run by local enthusiasts this railway museum is home to photos, uniforms, catering items, engine driver's manuals, office records and many more items of interest. Explore a butter car dating back to 1905, and learn how this car was kept cool without ice blocks, by using cow's hair for insulation. There is so much to see and do at Bundaberg Railway Museum with its wide variety of past and present railway items. READ MORE

The Hinkler Hall of Aviation in Bundaberg, Queensland, is an aviation museum that highlights the adventures of solo aviator, Bert Hinkler, and also provides an interesting insight into early aviation. Spend a fun filled, entertaining family day at the aviation museum where you can explore the many interesting exhibits, board a flight simulator, view 5 replica aircraft and visit the beautifully restored Hinkler House. The Hinkler Hall of Aviation is made up of a fascinating exhibition gallery, retail outlet, restoration workshops, cafe, and organised tours are catered for by our friendly, informative team. Wheelchair visitors are also catered for. READ MORE

Bundaberg Botanic Gardens in Bundaberg, Queensland, is spread over 27 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens filled with an eclectic variety of trees and shrubs. An integral part of Bundaberg Botanic Gardens is a spectacular lake that is home to about 114 species of birds, and other interesting attractions include a wedding chapel, themed boardwalks, shaded picnic areas, a children's playground and attractive Japanese gardens. Bundaberg Botanic Gardens features a bbq area, bicycle rack, cafe, catering, activities for children, disabled access, parking and toilet facilities for disabled and this, together with the spectacular botanical and Japanese gardens, offers something of interest for visitors. READ MORE

The Stephen Leacock Museum in Orillia, Ontario is a national historic site overlooking the shores of Lake Couchiching, and the museum is located in Leacock House at Old Brewery Bay. They are the perfect venue for weddings and corporate functions in the gardens with breathtaking views and backdrops, and the grounds and Swanmore Hall are also available. The Stephen Leacock Museum welcomes visitors to come tour Leacock House and enjoy the artworks, the children's discovery place, the writing Studio/Boathouse on the Bay and more, there are also fascinating exhibits to be viewed, a summer academy, and the Leacock Cafe is Orillia’s Favourite Lakeside Restaurant, they also have a gift and book shop with works by and about Stephen Leacock, mementos and more, come visit.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

Scales Nature Park in Orillia, Ontario brings you the best Canadian reptile and fish experience with the largest live collection of Canadian reptiles and amphibians under one roof, it's the perfect learning nature centre around. All visitors have the opportunity to touch and hold some of the creatures, and this 21-hectare conservation area focuses the habitats of the reptiles, amphibians and fish that reside here, it's the best place to learn about the wildlife and explore their nature trails. Scales Nature Park also offer educational exhibits, regular and special event programming on-site, outreach programs and so much more, and you can even adopt an animal for a year, so choose a turtle, snake, lizard, frog or salamander to adopt and receive a Certificate of Adoption and a small placard with your name on it at the animal's enclosure.READ MORE

The Port of Bundaberg in Burnett Heads, Queensland, Australia offers a strategic position on the Australian eastern seaboard with an incredible range of services, and they can accommodate a range of industrial and waterfront development. They provide an alternative location for specialised bulk and general cargoes, promote the strategic development of recreational and pleasure-craft yachting and so much more. The Port of Bundaberg has an entrance channel 11km long, is 103m wide, with a minimum 9.5m navigable depth (LAT) which leads into a swing basin, 1,165m long and 320m wide, has a bulk sugar terminal and bulk liquids wharf, it's all here for your shipping needs.READ MORE

Fishtown Preservation in Leland, Michigan is dedicated to preserving the past present and future of Fishtown, which is a collection of weathered fishing shanties, smokehouses, overhanging docks, fish tugs and charter boats along the Leland River. Come steep yourself in the Great Lakes maritime culture and walk and see the structures and docks, feel the connection to Lake Michigan's fishing heritage. Fishtown Preservation is a non-profit organization with volunteers dedicated to preserving this historic site, and the attractions include weather beaten fish shanties, small shops and a working waterfront still operating today as one of the only unmodernized commercial fishing villages in the state of Michigan.READ MORE

Mon Repos Turtle Rookery in Bargara, Queensland, Australia, is a globally significant site supporting the largest concentration of nesting marine turtles on the eastern Australian mainland, and here you can learn all about these fascinating animals, the conservation and research programs protecting them. The park also offers a tidal lagoon and rock pools and is ideal for walking along the beach, and snorkelling on the reef, and there are walking and cycling tracks as well as beach recreation, and boating in the coastal waters adjacent to Mon Repos Regional Park. Mon Repos is a Turtle sanctuary where visitors witness the majestic sea turtles making their journey to the shore to lay their eggs, and the young hatching months later and making their way to the sea, here you learn about the turtle's world, enjoy ranger led walks and turtle talks, come for an unforgettable experience.READ MORE