A laid-back lifestyle, friendly climate and lots of sunshine make Queensland the perfect choice for outdoor holidays. With natural assets like the Great Barrier Reef, Whitsanday Islands, Fraser island and the Gold Coast, it’s no wonder Queensland is Australia’s premier holiday state. Whatever your taste and whatever your budget, Queensland has lots to offer the visitor.
There are airports in the major cities and towns, an extensive rail network and quality motorways so reaching all the most popular holiday locations is easy. Most of the popular holiday attractions are located along the Queensland coast . The pristine, golden beaches of the Gold Coast are world renowned as is the Daintree Rainforest in the far north . The magnificent Whitsundays are home to some of the most popular Great Barrier Reef destinations.
The Queensland outback has it own unique character, introducing visitors to a land where dinosaurs once roamed, a place of star filled nights and wide horizons, where opals attract hopeful fossickers A self drive tour in a custom fitted campervan is a great way to explore the attractions of the outback at your own pace and with your own itinerary .
Suggested Queensland Holiday Highlights
Great Barrier Reef (extends from central to far north Qld) – Best seen from one of the many tour boats that operate from Cairns and The Whitsundays .
The Gold Coast (south east Qld) – Australia’s premier beach holiday destination that has been successfully attracting generations of holiday makers . Don’t forget to pre-book your Gold Coast accommodation in one of the many resorts and apartment properties.
Gold Coast Theme Parks (south east Qld) – Enjoy lots of family fun at the theme parks such as Dreamworld, Movie World, Sea World etc
Fraser Island (south east Qld) – This magnificent sand island lies off the coast from Hervey bay and is a favourite destination for 4WD camping .
Sunshine Coast Hinterland (south east Qld ) – A region of charming villages, crafts and mountain scenery. The region is a popular day trip destination from Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast towns .
The Gulflander (far north Qld) – When you’re looking for something different and off the beaten track. Take this unique rail trip from Normanton to Croydon in a historic railmotor from days gone bye .
Kuranda Scenic Railway (far north Qld) – One of the most popular attractions in the Cairns area. Enjoy the steam train ride from Cairns up to the Kuranda Falls and return on the Skyrail Cableway.
Carnarvon National Park (central Qld) – For nature lovers. Visit this beautiful park with its magnificent gorge and Aboriginal art.
The Gemfields (central Qld) – You may not strike it rich, but you can get a lot of enjoyment fossicking for rare gems at Anakie, Rubyvale & Sapphire
Darling Downs (south east Qld) – See some of the best of rural Australia. This bread-basket of Queensland is a region of natural beauty and prosperity.
These suggestions barely scratch the surface of the places to go and things to see on a Queensland holiday! Just remember… Queensland is a big place and you’ll need to allow enough time to fit it all in!