Even though I love living in Western Australia, my favourite place to holiday in Australia is Queensland. We have visited numerous times, so I’m going to share what I think are the 10 best places to visit in Queensland. The sunshine state has so much to offer the traveller with a world heritage reef, paradise…
You can’t visit Tropical North Queensland without taking a trip from Cairns to Cape Tribulation & Daintree. The question is how to do it. Should you take a tour or self-drive? I’m going to show you both options with pros and cons for each. First, let’s find out more about Cape Tribulation and the Daintree….
Our Frankland Islands Cruise was one of the best day trips we took during our stay in Cairns. That’s not an easy statement to make with so many incredible things to see and do in Tropical North Queensland. We decided on this Cairns day tour due to the quick ocean crossing, small group size, and…
I’ve visited the Atherton Tablelands a few times, and with each visit, I discover yet another beautiful place. The climate here is a lovely respite from the tropical heat. The elevation reaches over 1,600 meters above sea level. This provides a cool and temperate atmosphere perfect for waterfall chasing. About a 90-minute drive from Cairns,…
Are you looking for the best Port Douglas accommodation? This article breaks down the best choices for families, couples, plus the cheapest places to stay and the top luxury 5-star resorts. The Best Port Douglas Accommodation Apartments in Port Douglas Martinique On Macrossan is just 60 m from Four Mile Beach and set amongst tropical gardens…
Most people who visit Cairns make a trip to Kuranda, whether by car or on the Kuranda Skyrail and Train. So what is best? Are the Kuranda Skyrail and Train worth the money? This guide and review will help you make your mind up. I would like to respectfully acknowledge the Djabugay People, the Traditional…
I’ve visited Paronella Park twice; it was so awe-inspiring that we wanted to show our children and for them to hear the romantic story of how it all began. To get a proper understanding of one of Queensland’s most popular tourist attractions, you should take the tour. This Paronella Park Tour review also includes information…
Magnetic Island is a beautiful, laid back tropical island off the coast of Queensland, Australia. There are plenty of reasons to visit Magnetic Island, including having Northern Australia’s largest koala colony. Our family took a day trip to Magnetic Island as part of our Airlie Beach to Cairns road trip. Here is our travel guide…
Bowen is in the Whitsunday region, an hour north of Airlie Beach, Queensland. It is famous for its Bowen Mangoes and the filming location for a third of the movie Australia, starring Nicole Kidman and Hugh Jackman. Our family visited this town as part of our Queensland road trip. This travel guide provides you with…
If you are staying in Airlie Beach and want to make a day trip to Hamilton Island, read this review of Cruise Whitsundays Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island for all the information and tips to ensure a fun day. Cruise Whitsundays are the only company at present that operates a ferry from Airlie Beach to…
Mackay is a small but growing tourist destination, and the gateway to the Whitsundays. Mackay is nicknamed the Sugar Capital of Australia because it produces more than a third of Australia’s sugar. I live in Australia on the west coast but have a love for Queensland. Therefore, I visit this state on a regular basis….
Looking for the best things to do in Gold Coast with kids? I live in Western Australia but have visited the Gold Coast every year since our twins were three. During this time, I’ve explored the area extensively and come up with this list of the best things to do with families. There are plenty…