We are a middle-aged couple thinking of taking time out next year to see the world. The economic climate has forced us to re-think life/money/work etc., and we've decided that we need to enjoy life while we still can before we get old(er). We hope to take leave of absence from work (maybe 2 months?). It's all very pie-in-the-sky at present. We like interesting places, culture, history (not just sun and sea, but some of that also), and we love animals. Was thinking AUS/NZ +a few other places (maybe 2 weeks in each of 3 or 4 places. Maybe some volunteer work even). Have done Safari already in S.Africa. Where would anybody recommend? Thank you.