Australia and New Zealand are well-established tourist destinations and offer a wide variety of accommodations to suit all tastes and budgets. Self-catering flats are ideal for families and represent excellent value for money. Most of Australia's towns and cities are located on the coast and there are some excellent resorts with beachside chalets. Temperatures increase as you head further north so you are likely to need air-conditioning, especially in the Northern Territory. New Zealand also has a good choice of apartments and holiday homes, but be sureto book in advance if you are visiting from December to February. Other countries in the Oceania region have more limited options, but you can usually find bungalows and chalets for rent on the more developed islands.