Barack Obama's Australia Tour

The Obama family had planned to visit Sydney and Canberra when they tour downunder later this month. Now that the president is travelling alone and due to the demands of his position back home, his trip has been shortened by several days.

Since the young Obama girls will not get to visit Australia, it will be up to dad to bring home souvenirs which represent the trip they've missed.

T-shirts are always a great reminder of a destination and these are some of the great designs the girls of the first family might receive on their father's return.

Here is a lovely shirt for Sasha and it could even be customised to say "Cuddled by Sasha"

Cute...Koala Bear...T-Shirt and Apparel! by 777Images
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I think this would look fabulous on MIchelle

Platypus Native by Juppin

I like this one for Malia!

Sugar Glider by NovyNovy

And this one is ideal for Dad!

AussieTracks Shirt by Arielle_Kasa
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Perhaps the first family will come another time and when they do they'll want to see Australia's diva; Sydney. Of course there is always lots to do on and around Sydney Harbour. The Bridge Climb is always popular and a spectacular way to see the Harbour on a fine day. Another excellent way to soak up the atmosphere of Sydney Harbour is to have lunch in one of the many Harbourside restaurants. One of my favourites is The Waterfront. With outdoor dining under the shade of enormous sails you enjoy beautiful seafood with a front row seat overlooking the Opera House and the watercraft coming and going on the harbour.

Aerial View of Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge, New South Wales, Australia Photographic Print
John Borthwick
24 in. x 18 in.
Buy at AllPosters.com

Here's a few cute Tshirts to remember the visit to Sydney Harbour

Sydney Print by jareno
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SYDNEY. Some Days Are Better Than Others by MartinVogt
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