Queensland
Brisbane, Queensland
Queensland, or the “ Sunshine Start, “ enjoys semi-tropical weather, miles and miles of beaches, and an easygoing lifestyle. This perfect holiday destination provides a stunning backdrop and activities for everyone, especially those who delight in driving, snorkeling, beach going and surfing. For it holds one of the world’ s wonders, the Great Barrier Reef, providing endless Technicolor treasures for you to behold.
January - May; August - December
Brisbane Marriott Hotel
With its stylish architecture, elegant spaces and attentive staff, the nonsmoking Brisbane Marriott Hotel makes a lasting impression. It is a short riverside walk to the city's main central business district precinct, providing endless shopping, dining options and more. The hotel features stunning, newly refurbished guestrooms, suites and executive level rooms which capture views of the Brisbane skyline and river. From traditional, elegant decor, to marble bathrooms, to state-of-art in-room technology, the hotel offers every cutting edge comfort. Unwind in the swimming pool or the award-winning Dome Retreat Spa and health Club.
Gondwana Rainforests of Australia
Formerly known as the Central Eastern Rainforest Reserves, the Gondwana Rainforests are so-named as the fossil records show that when Gondwana existed it was covered by the same kind of rainforests, which as are the most extensive area of subtropical rainforest in the world. Gondwana was a southern super continent that existed approximately 550 million years ago, about 250 million years before Pangaea. The reserve includes 50 national parks which include Lamington National Park, Mount Chinghee National Park, Springbrook National Park, Mount Barney National Park and Main Range National Park, amongst many others that lie on the New South Wales side of Queensland. There are very few places on earth that contain so many plants and animals which remain fairly unchanged from their fossil records
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
The world's oldest and largest koala sanctuary, the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary is home to more than just the cute and cuddly koala, but also to kangaroos, Tasmanian devils, wombats, echidnas and various species of reptiles as well as Australian parrots, cockatoos, kookaburras and cassowaries. Lucky visitors are actually able to handle the koalas here (for a fee) making this the only sanctuary in the world where this is possible - a dream come true for many. Feeding and petting is also permitted and is completely monitored, making this an ideal activity for families traveling with small children.
