Tasmania, Australia's island state, is separated from the mainland by the Bass Strait and completely surrounded by the Southern Ocean. With 18 National Parks, 1.38 million hectares of World Heritage Wilderness Area and 2000 kilometers of walking tracks, Tasmania is nirvana for anyone who loves the great outdoors.

In addition to the abundance of outdoor pursuits, visitors to Tasmania will find incredible wildlife, fabulous dairy products (fresh cream!) unique honey (Leatherwood!), fresh produce (apples, grapes, berries!) ... (more)