And so from the Red Centre to Kangaroo Island, which lies just off the coast of South Australia and is often referred to as the 'Galapagos of Australia'. Undoubtedly one of the best places in Oz to see wildlife in its natural habitat, Kangaroo Island is a beautifully lush green providing a real contrast to the endless red outback more commonly thought of as typical 'Australia'. 
To prove the point, in one half-day exploration of Flinders Chase National Park, on the western side of the island, we were privileged enough to see kangaroos, koalas, seals, sea-lions, ospreys and, to cap it all off, we even saw three Southern Right Whales from our viewing spot on the cliff-top! And whilst I am notoriously slow at spotting wallabies in the undergrowth, even I was eventually able to clock a few as they went about their daily business.
There are numerous accommodation options on the island, ranging from B&Bs to wilderness retreats and larger hotels. But we were lucky enough to stay at luxurious Southern Ocean Lodge, recently included in Conde Nast's 2009 Hot List! We were in good company too, one of our fellow-guests was a well-known American actress - shhh, my lips are sealed as to who it was, suffice to say that a spa treatment here would have been a real treat for a Desperate Housewife... It was a great treat for me too, but if you're not keen on relaxing in the spa then you can also enjoy clifftop walks, fishing trips or simply kick back and enjoy the views over the Southern Ocean... Perfect!!
By Liz Lunnon, on location in Australia
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