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Most visitors to Australia dream of exploring the outback but find themselves quite daunted by its treacherous reputation.  Luckily, there are now many Australian vacation packages that make visiting the Queensland Outback easy, and with the comfort of luxury travel as well.

Because it was once part of a huge inland sea, the Outback is particularly rich in dinosaur fossils.  Vacationers looking to experience Australia’s ancient past will want to head out on the Dinosaur Trail, a tour of the area that hits all the major prehistoric attractions.  Visit museums in Hughenden, Richmond, and Winton, as well as the Riversleigh Fossil Centre in Mount Isa.  The Lark Quarry Trackways is home to the largest fossilized dinosaur stampede.  In certain areas you can even dig for your own fossils or, if you are interested in a truly unique experience, join an organized dig.

Another outback must is a visit to a local pub.  Long known for their quirky atmosphere and colorful regulars, these pubs have been immortalized in movies and popular culture and are a great way to really get to understand the local culture of the Outback.  Another fantastic way to enjoy Outback culture is on a station stay.  Similar to a dude ranch, these stations raise cattle and sheep, and offer visitors a chance to try their hand at such chores as sheep shearing, mustering, and fencing.  Most offer extensive horse-back riding as well, allowing visitors to explore the land in a unique way.

Those who enjoy four-wheel-driving and fishing will find an abundance of possibilities in the Outback.  The area is home to more than twenty national parks, giving visitors an excellent opportunity to explore the outdoors.  Alternatively, the area can be toured simply for its heritage attractions.  In any case, making the trek into the Outback has never been easier and once there, visitors will be sure to find a unique Australian vacation experience.