Brisbane

Brisbane is called the city that never sleeps! Holidaying Brisbane, you will be amazed by the vast array of attractions, places to visit day or night and the shopping is absolutely endless. The locals are always friendly and the city if a haven for new experiences, great adventures and a brand new approach to life. A holiday in Brisbane is exactly what you need!

It is a vibrant and innovative city that is modern and has a carefree outlook on life, where you can experience all of the attractions in and around Brisbane without paying the price for it! There are pristine beaches, mountain hideaways, winding rivers to cruise along, luxury accommodation, city shopping, a list of attractions as long as your arm and fine dining choices that will have your taste buds thanking you!

Brisbane has a number of great walks that you can embark on, in, around and out of the city CBD. Standing on any of the high rise buildings you see national parklands in all directions waiting to be explored and discovered. Mt Coot-tha in the western suburbs provides great walking tracks that are still easy to access, being close to the city but you still have the feeling of being completely away from the hustle and bustle of Brisbane. There are also picnic areas and BBQ’s to enjoy a leisurely outing with friends and family while taking in the breathtaking views of the CBD area and beyond. Other great spots for walking are Moreton Island located just off the mouth of the Brisbane River where 97% of this island is now protected as a national park. Venman Bushland just between Brisbane and the Gold Coast at Daisy Hill, is another gem of a National Park where you can see Koala’s in their natural habitat. Brisbane Forest Park is located in the suburb of The Gap. There are 14 separate recreation areas and more than 30kms of walking tracks. Discover remote gorges, sheltered pockets of sub-tropical rainforest, and expanses of eucalypt woodland. The cool mountain tops and forest flats of Brisbane Forest Park provide a rich and varied habitat for wildlife. The cooler mountain climate is ideal for plant species such as ferns and mosses.

The food scene of inner city Brisbane and the surrounding suburbs, that make up this great city, are a food lover’s paradise with fresh produce from regional producers, international cuisines and a selection of freshly caught seafood is all for the taking, and not to mention the award winning bars and cosmopolitan nights clubs are all available in Brisbane. You can dine out and eat a different meal everytime from anywhere in the world for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Whether you are dining in the Valley which includes everything from deli producers to amazing restaurants to suit everyone, or perhaps you are venturing out in the CBD precinct where you can wander along Ann and Wickham Street and discover the urban night life, or perhaps Paddington is more your style with its cute cottages and shops and cutting edge restaurants and cafe offering to-die-for coffee. West End is also another great night out with an array of authentic ethnic restaurants and bar and nightclubs that line the streets. Whether you are wanting a simply takeaway meal of fish and chips right through to silver service hospitality, you will exactly what you are looking for in every suburb of Brisbane. The wineries that are located just outside of Brisbane are proving to becoming quite popular so come out for taste of the premium wines and follow it up with quality local cheese, and other gourmet delights.

Come to Brisbane and you'll discover a region that's not only filled with energy, you'll also find it's filled with endless things to do. Queensland capital has so many things to occupy your time whether you are wanting to just laze around are really get up and go, there is something for everyone! Laze by the river, so some abseiling on the cliffs of Kangaroo Point, climb the Storey Bridge, or take your pick from a range of water sports available. Meander on down to Queen street mall where you will find 650 stores all offering some new and exciting for you to buy and look at, and then once you have finished there you can wander on down to the boho suburb of The Valley where you will find edgy designs, and different jewellery and fashion like you have never imagined before. There is also South Bank that offers a range of shopping outlets, restaurants, cafes and it has a manmade beach which makes for a great day out for everyone, with safe swimming for the little ones.

For anyone wanting to party Brisbane certainly is the rights place to come, as it offers all kinds of venues to suit every occasion and will keep you entertained all through the night. From bars, pub and nightclubs scattered all throughout this vibrant city, offering sophistication and the very lasts in design and decor. And if you are wanting to catch a show, or go to the theatre, book tickets to see a musical, or even go to a gallery, museum or cultural event, you are sure to find it in Brisbane.

Morton Bay Island located just off the shores of Brisbane is the cities very own aquatic playground and is a favourite getaway for many Brisbane locals. With its white sandy beaches, lush national parks, and accommodation options to great to list it makes for a great day away or perhaps you might like to stay longer. Moreton Bay is brimming with wildlife such as dolphins, whales, turtles, and mantra rays and a vast array of birdlife. You can easily go down below and explore the underwater world to see the beautiful coral gardens, colourful fish and swim with the might mantra rays while you are here. There are also adventure sports such as sailing, surfing, quad biking and sand togogganing just to name a few. Or if you are just looking to really take it easy you can throw a line and do some fishing, feed the dolphins or simply laze by a lagoon while you breath in the clean crisp ocean air and relax under the sun.

There is so much to do and see and everyone is catered for, no matter what you are looking to do it is waiting for you in the city of Brisbane. Take a quiet stroll along the river, get an adrenaline rush by going skydiving, take a river cruise for lunch or dinner, maybe even book a champagne breakfast balloon flight over the city for some really interesting. There are also great tours based around food and wine, as well as adventure trike tours and even ghost and eco tours of the city. For animal lovers you must visit the Lone Pine or Alma Park Zoo to get up close and personal with the wildlife or for anyone that loves fishing you must book yourself onto a fishing charter to reel in the catch of the day. Cruises around Moreton Island and nearby North Stradbroke are also another relaxing way to the see the sights of Brisbane on the deck of a luxury sailing vessel.

So come and enjoy all that the capital of Queensland, Brisbane, has to offer and you will never want to leave!! With the vast array of attractions, activities, entertainment, nightlife and accommodation everyone will be completely happy you decided on Brisbane as your next holiday destination.