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If you think Australia we bet the outback comes to mind. You know, that red desert which spans for miles and miles…and miles. Still, some of you might think of the Great Barrier Reef – azure waters replete with colorful coral and abundant marine life. Regardless of what comes to your mind, what's important is that all those things share the same wild land known as Australia.
Though, what some of you may have forgotten about is the little island just off the bottom tip of Victoria. It's known as Tasmania. And officially it's an island state of the Commonwealth of Australia. Unofficially, it's Tassie. (That's what the locals call it anyway.)
Now there's a reason so many people have flocked here over the years. Yes, it has a sordid past as a penal settlement of the British Empire but there's more to it than that. The impeccably gorgeous scenery is so abundant here it'll make you want to pack up your home and move here immediately. Plus over the centuries all sorts of eclectic people have shaped such a vibrant culture in this stretch of Australia that you won't want for anything else.
All in all, we thought it'd be best to detail a few experiences you won't want to miss out on. That way you can just focus on snagging the next available locum tenens assignment in ol' Tassie once it pops up.
Taking in the scenery of Salamanca Market
Open air, iconic architecture and tree-lined streets set the theme for this Tasmanian-style farmers' market in Hobart. Locals and tourists come here every Saturday for a taste of the finest produce and cuisine, and an excuse to strut, swing and sway to some of Tassie's most talented street musicians.
Rafting the Franklin River
Have you ever been on a rafting trip? If you haven't then this is a great starter adventure. If you have then this is still a great adventure and one to check off your bucket list. Learn more about rafting one of the last truly wild rivers on Earth.
Exploring Tassie's criminal past at Port Arthur Historic Site
Listed as a World Heritage site, Port Arthur is one of Tassie's biggest tourism draws. Take a guided tour to learn as much as you can about these grounds. This place is filled with dozens of structures with stunning histories all their own.