Easter Holidays - What Will You Do?

By Jay Williams

Easter, a religious time for many and a time to relax, spend time with family and friends. It is also the last "big break" in the working year.

So why not do things with the family that you wouldn't normally do. See some of the local sights and get involved in some of the many varied activities this great country has to offer.

What will you do this Easter to keep the bordom at bay?

Try some of these activites for a start:

There is plenty to do from around the country, whether you're from Melbourne or Sydney, Perth or Adelaide, I am sure there is something that will tickle your imagination.

If your in Sydney and your looking for fun and entertainment for the whole family why not check out the Sydney Taronga Zoo, there are a number of small tours that let you experience behind-the-scenes at Sydney's Taronga Zoo, ever wanted to feed a wallaby or take photos with a koala?

Led by an experienced zookeeper, you'll learn interesting facts about Australian animals as you meet them face-to-face at Sydney Taronga Zoo.

Looking for a little adventure this Easter Holiday why not rise to the challenge and experience Sydney's highest outdoor adventure, with unparalleled views of Sydney.

The exhilarating Sydney Skywalk takes you 260 meters (880 feet) – twice the height of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, on the tallest structure in Sydney. Sydney Skywalk at Sydney Tower is a breathtaking 40-minute experience takes you along outdoor walkways and glass-floored platforms extending over the edge of the soaring Sydney Tower it's sure to get the heart pumping.

From Melbourne? Wondering what to do with the family? How does Stepping back in time and experiencing the Australian gold Rush era sound?

Explore the wonders of Ballarat as well as Sovereign Hill on a Historic Ballarat and Sovereign Hill Day Tour, a replica of an old gold-mining town, where you can explore underground mines, ride a stagecoach and pan for gold!.

Or how about checking out the country side while visiting some of the best wineries from the Yarra Vally, join a full-day Yarra Valley wine tour and visit three of the region's best known wineries: Yering Station, Rochford Winery and Domaine Chandon.

People from the city of Adelaide experience the diversity of Victor Harbor, the Port of Goolwa and the McLaren Vale Wine Region! What's a better day than spending it on the Victor Harbor with McLaren Vale Wine Region Tour from Adelaide.

Or how about the famous Barossa Valley with Hahndorf Tour from Adelaide, Sample the delights of the Barossa Valley from Adelaide, including wine tasting and a delicious winery lunch. Breathe in the beauty of the Adelaide Hills dotted with quaint villages, and visit Hahn-dorf, rich in German heritage. This full day guided coach tour combines the best of all worlds

Get into the spirit of Easter and take the family to the Perth Zoo on a General Entry Ticket and Sightseeing Cruise, take pleasure in a cruise along the Swan River, viewing sights including Kings Park and the magnificent homes along millionaires row. Then, visit the Perth Zoo.

This zoo was opened in 1898 and at that stage, only housed two lions, a tiger and six staff. The zoo is now home to over 1800 animals and focuses on providing visitors with an experience they would not receive, unless in the wild!

Want to relax this easter what better way then to experience the tranquility of the rainforest as you soar above the canopy on a day trip to Kuranda from Cairns. Check out the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Day Trip from Cairns, Choose from a variety of options including Kuranda Scenic Railway, Tjupakai Aboriginal Cultural Park or the popular Rainforestation Nature Park.

For anyone thats interested in art or is just feeling a little artistic how about a Aboriginal Dot Painting Workshop at the Uluru Cultural Centre in central Australia. A fascinating introduction to Aboriginal art and the chance to join the artists to try your own hand. Aboriginal Guides provide an introduction to their culture and how this is expressed in their art works.

When I hear Easter I think chocolate, chocolate, chocolate, a chocoholics fantasy, visit the Cadbury's chocolate factory visitors center and cruise the Derwent River on this morning tour from Hobar. The Cadbury Chocolate Factory Tour and Derwent River Cruise from Hobart is a great way to indulge your addiction to chocolate.

And for a whole lot more ideas on what to do over the four day Easter break then try here for more details.