[s5e20] Australia File

In this landmark episode, Phil fulfills his late mother’s wish to visit the land where he was conceived. The entire family tags along for an adventure across Sydney and the Great Barrier Reef, featuring everything from a wild kangaroo encounter to "the most expensive" work-cation ever for Jay and Claire.

: This was the first time Modern Family filmed outside the United States in its first five seasons. [S5E20] Australia

: The episode was partly funded by Qantas and Australian tourism organizations to promote the country as a travel destination. In this landmark episode, Phil fulfills his late

: The couple runs into an old friend, Fergus (played by Rhys Darby), who has become a massive celebrity in Australia. : The episode was partly funded by Qantas

: Jay and Claire struggle to disconnect from the office, spending most of their time in the hotel room or on business calls instead of enjoying the scenery.