Philip Island: Awesome

          On the celebration of 2017 Australia Day, my family and I made a road trip going to Philip Island. While on the road nearing our destination, what was visible was the long queue of people who wanted to visit the wonders of the island. According to Wikipedia, " Philip Island is an Australian Island about 140 km (87 mi) south-southeast of Melbourne, Victoria.

   Named after Arthur Phillip, the first governpr of New South Wales, Philip Island forms a natural breakwater for the shallow waters of the Western Port. It is 26 km (16 mi) long and 9 km (5.6 mi) wide, with an area of about 100 square km. It has 97 km (40 sq mi) of coastline and is [art of the Bass Coast Shire." Source: Wikipedia- the free encyclopedia.

         Watching the scenic views along the way from Princess Highway going to the place, we watched in awe the exciting picturesque surroundings full of life around us and on both sides of the road. Our first stop was the equally known Forrest Caves.  "These are actually the sea caves formed by erosion. They are located just before the Surf Beach Estate, left off the main Philip Island Road. Walk up the steps from the carpark on to the beach, then turn left. The caves are only accessible at low tide. A 45 minute return walk, passing by large sand dunes, which are home to thousands of shearwaters from October to April. " Source: http://www.visitphillipisland.com/listing/walking-trails/

         After enjoying the beach and the superb caves, we proceeded to our next destination, the Cape Wollomai Safety Beach. " Running from the bridge at Newhaven to the old granite rocks of Cape Wollomai, it has a deep water off the beach at high tide and tidal flats at low tide. It is popular for swimming, stand up paddle boarding, jet skiing and beach walks." Source: http://visitbasscoast.com.au/businesses/detail/woolamai-safety-beach/

         

          Hence, after spending some time to these two favourite destinations, we headed back to Melbourne bringing with us the fantastic memories of the famous Philip Island trip. 

Explore Philip Island

          Victoria, Australia has so many amazing things and places to offer to all. Among these places, one such wonderful and cool area to see is Philip Island. Every now and then, people all over Australia and outside of it come and go to this familair and popular tourist destination.

" Philip Island is an Australian island about 140 km (87mi) south-southeast of Melbourne, Victoria. Named after Arthur Philip, the first governor of New South Wale, Philip Island forms a natural breakwater for the shallow waters of Western Port. It has 97 km (60 mi) of coastline and is part of the Bass Coast Shire"- Source: Wikipedia- the free encyclopedia

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          On the other hand, anybody could also venture into different activities while exploring the well known destination. One of the remarkable entertainments in the island is the viewing of the penguins parade. Countless people have enjoyed the sights of these little penguins as they come home from the ocean. All the visitors of the island love to watch them as they parade from their sea adventure. Aside from them, Koalas also abound in the island and they earn the love as well of the visitors and local alike. 

          With regard to other activities that anybody could take part with or be just a plainly onlooker are the following: the annual motorsports on the island where local and international riders are vying the top spot much to the delight of the crowd, beaches, coasts and whale watching, etc.. Among the family adventures that everyone enjoys especially the children is the annual Island Summer Carnival. 

"A magical night of fun and excitement for the whole family to enjoy. 
Traditional Carnival food of Fairy Floss & Toffee Apples are just the start to the carnival experience."  Source: http://www.visitphillipisland.com/listing/island-summer-carnival/

          Thus, everyone looks forward to participate on this colourful event each year. So, what are you waiting for! Go and visit Philip Island now and enjoy the best that it can offer.