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Honouring ANZAC Day: A Journey of Remembrance and Reflection

Every year on 25 April, Australians and New Zealanders pause to remember the ANZACs — the brave men and women who served and sacrificed during the Gallipoli campaign of World War I and in all subsequent conflicts. ANZAC Day is more than a public holiday; it’s a deeply emotional reminder of courage, mateship, and national identity.

For many Baby Boomers, ANZAC Day holds personal meaning. Whether it’s attending a dawn service or visiting key historical sites, ANZAC Day travel has become a pilgrimage of sorts — a way to pay tribute and keep the stories of the ANZACs alive.


Stone memorial wall reads "The Australian & New Zealand Army Corps landed near this spot at dawn on April 25th 1915". Gravestones and plants below.

Key ANZAC Day Locations to Visit


  • Gallipoli, Turkey – The site where it all began. Thousands travel here to attend the moving dawn service at Anzac Cove. It's a powerful, emotional experience and an enduring connection to our past.

  • Australian War Memorial, Canberra – A must-visit for any history enthusiast. The memorial hosts one of the country’s largest commemorations on ANZAC Day.

  • Lone Pine Cemetery, Turkey – A key site within the Gallipoli Peninsula. This cemetery is where many Australian soldiers are laid to rest.

  • Villers-Bretonneux, France – A place of great significance in WWI, where Australian forces played a pivotal role. The annual service at the Australian National Memorial is incredibly moving.

  • Local Cenotaphs across Australia – From Albany to Darwin, attending a local service is a meaningful way to participate if overseas travel isn’t an option.


Stay Connected with AussieRoam eSIMs

If you're travelling overseas this ANZAC Day — whether to Turkey, France, or anywhere else of significance — you’ll want to stay connected. That’s where AussieRoam eSIMs come in.


Our international eSIMs offer:

  • Reliable data and coverage in key ANZAC travel destinations

  • Easy setup before you leave Australia

  • No need to switch physical SIM cards

  • Peace of mind with real-time access to maps, commemoration schedules, and even live-streamed services.


Wherever your journey takes you this ANZAC Day, take AussieRoam along to stay connected and informed.



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