Brisbane
Brisbane's combination of year long sunny weather, stunning natural landscape and white sandy beaches attracts people from all over the world all year round. The south east corner of Queensland is full of attractions and the state capital Brisbane makes the ideal base to explore everything the region has to offer.
Visit the seaside towns and enjoy seafood straight from the fishing boats. Explore Moreton Bay and the islands, the white sandy beaches of the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast areas.
Brisbane city is located just 9km from the airport. Brisbane is fast developing a reputation for its live music scene, so when the sun goes down make your way to Fortitude Valley; home to some of the best nightspots in Brisbane .
Redcliffe (North of Brisbane)
Located 35 minutes north of Brisbane, Redcliffe provides a variety of attractions including restaruants and bars, art galleries, live theatre productions, shady picnic areas, sandy beaches, and a wide variety of water based activities. Redcliffe was Queensland's first first European settlement and has grown into a thriving coastal centre.
Redcliffe's 22km of coastline provides families with safe sandy beaches and beautifully landscaped parks. The coast is dotted with the rocky red headlands which give the city its name. Redcliffe's provides stunning views of Moreton Bay and the Glasshouse Mountains making it an recreation spot.
Mt Cotton (South of Brisbane)
Located just 45 minutes away from Brisbane Mt Cotton is a stunning rainforest that flourishes on the side of a mountain. The combination of lush green forest canopy and rugged mountain terrain make this a must see destination. It boasts one of the largest areas of bush land so close to Brisbane. With a wide variety of walking tracks one has access to the heart of bushland.
Other popular places in the region include Sirromet Winery which provides winery tours and a world class restaurant, the Rainforest Gardens which give you a close encounter with the stunning local plant life, Daisy Hill Koala Center provides a haven for this threatened native animal and Venman National park.
Brisbane Forest Park (North/West of Brisbane)
Brisbane Forest Park lies on Brisban's doorstep, the Information Centre is located a mere 12km from the city centre. Facilities for enjoying the area are provided, such as shaded picnic areas, well maintained walking tracks and numerous lookouts provide visitors with a sweeping view of the surrounding areas.
Brisbane Forest Park contains a strikingly diverse range of plant and animal species, some of which are protected or threatened. The cool mountain tops and forest flats provide a rich and varied habitat for wildlife. The cooler mountain climate is ideal for plant species which are not commonly seen off the mountain. If you love being up close and personal with native animals then you must visit the Walk-About Creek Wildlife Centre located at the Information Centre.
Stradbroke Island (East of Brisbane)
North Stradbroke Island is popular with both locals and tourists and is easily acessible by ferry from the Brisbane suburb of Cleveland. During the ferry ride you have an uninterrupted view of the bay and the other islands such as Peel and Coochiemudlo.
The island itself is a mixture of rugged coastlines, placid inland lakes, and unspoilt beaches. The eastern side of the island is lined with 35 kilometres of white sandy beaches, however it is only accessible by four wheel drive, bicycle or on foot. There are numerous popular camping sites dotted all the way down Main Beach.
