Things to Do in Australia

"Things to Do in Australia - Queensland"," Commonly called the -Sunshine State-, it boasts a warm climate, tropical beaches, World Heritage rainforests, a portion of the outback, the Great Barrier Reef, cozy beach communities and Brisbane, the third largest city in Australia. Brisbane is a city for every traveler, offering an abundance of outdoor activities, art galleries and museums, shopping, beaches, fine dining and nightlife. It is full of outdoor markets, cafes, restaurants, walk ways and bike paths. Home of the Queensland Art Gallery, Queensland Museum, Queensland Gallery of Modern Art and the Performing Arts Center it's a great destination with those who have art in their hearts. A guide will take you on a 2 ½ hour climb, almost a kilometer up the bridge, providing stunning 360 degree views of the city, the Bunya Mountains and the Brisbane River. The Sanctuary offers opportunities to get close to many different types of Australian wildlife, including kangaroos, wombats, dingos, and of course koalas! You can even experience holding a koala. Located on the edge of the Brisbane River, they offer rock climbing, abseiling, kayaking, cycling and rollerblading. Offering dozens of sandy islands in the sheltered blue waters, Moreton Bay is a favorite getaway for Brisbane locals and visitors alike. The Gold Coast is a very popular destination. With 70 kilometers of sandy beaches, theme parks, restaurants and shopping, you can't go wrong. Some of the more popular ones are Surfers Paradise, Coolangatta, Broadbeach and Currumbin. These parks are a wonderful way to bring out the kid in you! - The Gold Coast is home to some of Australia's best National Parks and Rainforests. If you visit Lamington, make sure to try the Tree Top Walk. This park also has many walking and hiking trails, and picnic areas complete with bbq's. Both have a plethora of gorges cascading water, interesting native flora and fauna and scenic walking trails. It is known for its 100 kilometers of gorgeous beaches and quaint villages. Here are some highlights of the Sunshine Coast: - Reaching into the sky at 500m, the Glass House Mountains offer an array of hiking trails for all levels, picnic areas and amazing lookouts of the 16 volcanic crags. Still offering activities like surfing, horseback riding, sea-kayaking, diving and rock climbing, it attracts travelers of all types and styles making for an enjoyable place to hang out. At 120 km long and 15 km wide, it is one of the largest sand islands in the world. Unfortunately the beaches on Fraser Island are not safe for swimming due to strong undertows and tiger sharks in the area. Just north of Fraser Island is Great Keppel Island. Since about 90 percent of the island is covered in natural bushland, there are many hiking options. The Whitsunday Islands are described by many as pure island paradise. These beautiful islands are bordered by the Great Barrier Reef. Cairns is a tropical relaxed city bordered by rainforest mountain ranges on one side, and the Coral Sea on the other. Here are some of the main highlights of Cairns: - The Cairns Esplanade is an oceanfront promenade full of restaurants, outside cafes, shops, waterfront hotels and even a saltwater swimming lagoon. The Great Barrier Reef is a must-see for anyone visiting Australia. It is home to more than 400 types of coral reef, fish and sea life. To get a closer look at life on the reef, consider taking one of hundreds of snorkeling and/or dive tours as it offers some of the best diving in the world. Here one can find the pristine 4 Mile Beach, many fine dining options, upscale boutique shops, and a variety of oceanfront resorts and hotels. Making your way to Kuranda can be even more fun than the actual visit. - Skyrail Rainforest Cableway runs between Caravonica to Kuranda, above the Barron Gorge National Park. It is a beautiful, small village in the rainforest, where the rainforest literally meets the reef! Daintree Rainforest is the largest rainforest in Australia and is over 135 million years old. For visitors, it features hiking trails, camp sites, picnic tables, swimming holes and beaches. Look for our series of articles on the five other states of Australia including Victoria, New South Wales, Tasmania, South Australia and Western Australia, and its mainland territory, Northern Territory. Make my day click below