Queensland hosts the world-renowned Great Barrier Reef and gorgeous Whitsunday Islands. Its Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast are suitably named and invite the visitor to venture off-shore to sandy Fraser Island or to the Tangalooma dolphin resort.  Enjoy the easy charm of big city Brisbane, or head inland for some genuine Outback experiences at Mount Isa.  Queensland has something for everyone!

Places of Interest:

Cairns:
Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns is also a duty-free shopping haven with good links to Cape Tribulation & the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest, the Atherton Tablelands and the township of Kuranda where you can ride the skyrail over the beautiful rainforest and learn to throw a boomerang at the Aboriginal Centre of Tjapukai.  The city has accommodation to suit every pocket and great transport links to all major sites in Australia.

The Great Barrier Reef:
The Great Barrier Reef is one of Australia's biggest icons and labelled one of the natural wonders of modern earth. It is also the most famous region in the world for snorkelling and scuba diving. Many different day trips are available to the reef, all offering something different. For a unique experience why not sleep on the reef for a night!

Brisbane:
Brisbane is the state capital of Queensland, the Sunshine State. Along with being a haven for shoppers, Brisbane is home to Southbank Lagoon – a man-made lagoon for swimming in or relaxing by and one of the main focal points of the city. The city is just a short trip from many of the state’s main tourist sites including Moreton Island where you can swim with dolphins and Australia Zoo – home of the late Steve Irwin and many of his furry friends! www.australiazoo.com.au

Tangalooma Wild Dolphin Resort:
The Tangalooma Dolphin Resort on Moreton Island is perfect for family fun. This resort is ideal as a day trip from Brisbane or even for a few days stay, relax on the beach, explore the island, interact with the native wildlife and watch the daily feeding of the wild dolphins.

The Whitsunday Islands:
The beautiful Whitsunday Islands, located within the Great Barrier Reef National Park are a must-see destination! Ideal for a day’s sailing trip or extend your stay to incorporate a few nights on one of the magnificent islands in the area, such as Hayman, Hamilton and Daydream Island. Many day tours take in the stunning scenery of the islands and whether you’re travelling as a couple, a family or by yourself the Whitsunday Islands are a great day out and one you will never forget!

The Gold and Sunshine Coasts:
The Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast are two beach destinations ideal for relaxing after a long flight or before your trip around Oz begins. The Gold Coast is a lively base to stay with attractions such as the Wet N Wild World and the Dreamworld, Movieworld and Seaworld theme parks, whereas the Sunshine Coast has a more relaxed and peaceful feel to it and is home to beautiful towns such as Noosa and Mooloolaba. Both regions are ideal for families as well as couples of all ages.