The beach is the cathedral of the Australian summer. With over 10,000 beaches, it is estimated you could visit a new beach every day for over 27 years.
Australian summers are notoriously hot, but the experience varies significantly across the continent due to the country's sheer size. australia summer
The Australian summer is exhilarating but demands respect. The sun is ruthless—slip, slop, slap (slip on a shirt, slop on sunscreen, slap on a hat) is a national mantra. Swim between the red and yellow flags at patrolled beaches to avoid rips, and always check the fire danger rating. The beach is the cathedral of the Australian summer
