Nestled in the Northeast of Queensland, Australia, some 2 million tourists come to the Great Barrier Reef every year. In 2005, it was estimated that this tourism generated 5.1 Billion Australian dollars, up from 4 Billion Australian dollars in 2003.
By far, the most popular vacation activities here are diving and snorkeling, but if you find yourself here on a not-so-sunny afternoon, try glass bottom boats, underwater observatories, or helicopter flights. Judging by the above picture, a helicopter flight may be the best way to take in the magnitude of this coral paradise.
There are also 1500 species of fish living here. Keep an eye out for Yellow Faced Angelfishes, Fusiliers, or Tiger Sharks.
Happy swimming.
2 comments:
OMG! Stunning photos of the Great Barrier Reef! You know, I used to long for visiting it when at one time I love snorkelling in the east coast of Malaysia!
Love your blog! I'll add you under my Travelogue. Do you collect all these travel images out of passion? :) Awesome!
~eunice~
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