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About Queensland
Queensland, some say God's own country, has a climate to die for. Stunning beaches, amazing coastlines, idyllic tropical islands, Fraser Island, the Whitsundays, Cairns, Cape York and the most remarkable of all, the Great Barrier Reef, all call Queensland home.
Queensland’s capital Brisbane, or Brizvegas as the locals call it, is a booming city complete with a balmy sub-tropical climate matched by a laid back attitude.
The Gold Coast just south of Brisbane is Australia’s theme park capital. Surf breaks like Kirra are legendary, and the skyscrapers of Surfers Paradise make this by far Australia’s most developed resort area.
The Sunshine Coast just north of Brisbane offers a less frenetic pace, especially at cosmopolitan Noosa. Despite the multi-million dollar price tags on the mansions Best of Australia can find you very affordable accommodation in Noosa.
Fraser Island, the world’s largest sand island accessed from Hervey Bay, is a little further north.
The Great Barrier Reef starts just north of Fraser Island and sailing adventures in the Whitsunday Islands are among the best ways to explore the reef.
Further north again, Cairns is gateway for cruise and dive trips to the reef. Visit the Atherton tablelands behind Cairns and ride the famous Kuranda Rainforest Railway and Skyway.
The Daintree Rainforest north of Cairns is a Queensland must.
Queensland is more than its coast, its vast interior offers a whole other world of outback culture and scenery.