Best of Queensland

Home to the Great Barrier Reef, tropical rainforests and some of Australia’s best beaches. There are way too many experiences in Queensland to fit on your bucket list. The Sunshine State is so large you could travel around for years and not see it all. Here are some inspiring ideas to get you started.

versace high tea
For those of us who love eating and shopping, the Gold Coast in Queensland is a top spot. Starting with a scrumptious Palazzo Versace High Tea, here are four things to do to fill your weekend with fashion and fun. Taking High Tea at Palazzo Versace is one of the top...
whale watching hervey bay
During their annual migration of up to 10,000 km, humpback whales attract thousands of visitors to towns along Australia’s east coast. You can see whales right along the coast but the place that has earned the moniker of Whale Watching Capital of the World is Hervey Bay on the...
brisbane hotel marriott
Wondering where to stay in Brisbane? The capital of Queensland is a lovely city to visit and in over the last few years has come of age. Compared to Sydney or Melbourne, Brisbane is a much smaller city, so picking where to stay in Brisbane isn't as hard. From arty...
things to do granite belt
Although most people may not think of Queensland as a winemaking state, there's a wine region near Brisbane that produces excellent wine and is a fabulous place to visit for good food, fresh air and fantastic scenery. Besides visiting wineries, there are plenty of things to do in Stanthorpe,...
Ipswich is a small city in Queensland on Brisbane's doorstep. Named after the Ipswich in England, it's 30-minute drive Brisbane's CBD and could have become the state's capital. With thousands of heritage buildings that tell the story of a rich historical past, parks and nature, there are many things...
habitat noosa bedroom view

Habitat Noosa

Fall asleep to the rhythmic chorus of insects buzzing in stereo and wake naturally to the sun streaming on your face. Nature's alarm clock is the star at Habitat Noosa, which is set beside Queensland's largest natural saltwater lake, Lake Cootharaba. Habitat Noosa Everglades eco-camp is an eco-tourism escape north...

BEST OF QUEENSLAND