If you are looking for long sunny days, crystal clear waters and inviting beaches, Queensland meets your needs perfectly. If looking for accommodation a variety of holiday accommodation in Queensland are on offer for you to book and explore this fascinating state.
The state is on fertile land and still farming is a major source of livelihood. Wool and cotton production, beef and mutton industry, sugar care farming, grains, dairy produce, peanuts and timber production thrives in Queensland. The state also has rich mineral deposits and Mount Isa mining complex produces massive quantities of copper, zinc and lead.
The state of Queensland with “summer like” climate through the year is better known as a perfect holiday destination. The contrasting climate makes it a unique destination for holiday adventures. The west of the state brings temperatures similar to the red centre and the temperature in the coast rarely exceeds 38c. Though the coastal suburbs are more popular with the tourists, the lush hinterland is equally beautiful offering many different species of flora and fauna with national parks exceeding more than a million hectares of land.
As you travel north of the state the main townships you will come across are Townsville and Cairns. Cairns is a popular holiday destination with access to Great Barrier Reef ( the world largest coral formation ) and also ideal location for deep sea fishing. The Cape York Peninsula with lush mountainous jungles is equally popular among the tourists. West of Cairns is the Atherton tablelands, a rich volcanic area offering spectacular waterfalls, lakes and scenic fern valleys.
Queensland is also the gateway to many beautiful islands if you are looking for a tropical island holiday. Some of the known islands are – Lizard Island, Green Island, Fitzroy Island, Dunk Island, Bedarra Island, Hinchinbrook Island, Orpheus , Magnetic Islands, Whitsunday Islands, Great Keppel, North West Island, Heron Island Lady Musgrave, Lady Elliott and Fraser Islands.
Many love to holiday in Sunshine Coast south of the Great Barrier Reef which not only offer amazing surf beaches, but also known for natural attractions and many famous sporting facilities.
The capital of the state is Brisbane, the third largest capital in the country offering lush gardens and beautiful parks and long sunny days. The world famous Gold Coast lies 75 km to the south of Brisbane. Gold Coast is the most popular holiday destination of Queensland offering not only stunning surf beaches but equally enjoyable theme parks, cafes, restaurants, plenty of shopping and amazing nightlife for those who love to play while on holiday.
Queensland is an amazingly diverse state for you to have a memorable holiday.
A few more attractions and destinations you should visit if you can while holidaying in Queensland.
- Carnarvon National Park – is a beautiful park offering a breathtaking Gorge as well as Aboriginal art for your enjoyment.
- Darling Downs – an area of rural Australia which is beautiful.
- Fossicking at Anakie, Rubyvale an Sapphire
- Visit to Gold Coast Hinterland and enjoy breathtaking scenery at Springbrook and Numinbah Valley.
- Visit to Great Barrier Reef – You could go by boat or even dive in an authorised area through a licensed operator.
- Take a scenic train ride from Cairns to Kuranda via Kuranda Scenic Railway.
- Noosa National Park which is a beautiful coastal park offering you stunning views and scenic walks.
- Theme Parks in Gold Coast offering enjoyment for the whole family.
- Holiday accommodation in Cairns
- Short term accommodation in Brisbane
- Gold Coast holiday rentals
- Port Douglas holiday rentals
- Holiday accommodation in Sunshine Coast
- Holiday accommodation in Surfers Paradise Gold Coast
- Whitsunday holiday rentals
