Although I live in big, busy cities at least once a year I need out. In April of this year I chose the Australian Northern Territories to scratch that itch. The Territories are much less popular than Sydney, Melbourne, or the center of the country. But they contain stunning scenery, an incredible chance to interact with Traditional Owners (often known as ‘aboriginals’), and a wild, independent attitude which is right up my alley. In fact, scientists have recently confirmed that Australia has been inhabited continuously for nearly 40,000 years. So if you’re interested in history, this is also about as