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Australia is one of the most beautiful continents on Earth. In fact, “much of this vast continent is untouched by human settlement and offers some unique wilderness experiences” (Freeman 410). For this reason, adventure travel in the Australian mountains makes the perfect get-a-way vacation. “Australia is dotted with ancient mountain ranges whose weathered bones of rock provide a playground for those who seek the thrills and challenges of a vertical environment” (Freeman, 503). Consequently, mountaineering in the Australian peaks is a great way for novice climbers to develop their climbing skills as well as their love for adventure. As a result, mountain climbing relaxes your mind, improves your health, and most importantly, increases your appreciation for the natural environment around you. All too often as human beings, we lose our admiration for the simplicities of life. As we work hard days and long nights, we mix up our priorities and often associate the wrong activities as being healthy. The only way we can clear our heads and get back on track is to get away from our monotonous lifestyles. Unfortunately, most people spend their vacations doing the same thing they would do at home. Moreover, if you plan on visiting Australia, you must engage in Australia’s adventurous lifestyle. “Australians take their leisure seriously, and sport and open-air recreation play a large part in the Australian way of life” (Freeman, 220). Therefore, it would be a waste of your time and money to spend your vacation touring crowded museums and historical landmarks. Instead, you must challenge your body, spirit, and mind. “Climbing takes people to some of the most beautiful places on Earth and allows them to see these places from a completely new perspective and with a new sense of appreciation” (Crysdale, 1). Most importantly, this type of adventure travel will make you feel better about yourself as you experience something new and exciting that you have never done before. Everyone needs a break. Unfortunately, “to travel you need both time and money” (Ford, 32). For this reason, a mountain climbing excursion into the peaks of Australia makes the perfect getaway vacation for the budget traveler. Moreover, this trip would not be a dangerous and exhausting trip which many people fear. An interesting survey was done which showed that “risk-related elements (e.g. challenge, adventure, excitement) are much less frequently mentioned than are other sources of enjoyment such as fun, physical fitness scenery and social atmosphere” (Johnston, 162). This goes to prove that people enjoy the adventure not only for its excitement, but also because it places them in a state of nirvana that only nature can provide. Unfortunately, “wilderness is a rare, nonrenewable resource now found in only a very small part of Australia” (Freeman, 203). For this reason, the scarcity of the natural environment in Australia makes it so important to witness first hand. “Wilderness is like a rainbow. The closer you approach it by motor car, the further it recedes” (Freeman, 203). Therefore, mountaineering in the most secluded areas is the best way to observe Australia’s awesome wilderness.
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