Queensland (QLD)

QLD is often nicknamed the Sunshine State as it is famous for its weather, beaches and theme parks. Brisbane is the capital city and is the third most populated in Australia.

The Sunshine Coast is about an hour’s drive north of Brisbane and has Underwater World, the Big Pineapple, Australia Zoo and many beaches and national parks to visit.

The Gold Coast is well known for the beach strip Surfer’s Paradise, the active nightlife and theme parks. Surfer’s Paradise is a popular destination for tourists and families but it is also the location for Schoolies Week. In November when the ends of year exams are completed, students in their final year of secondary school travel to the city to celebrate. It is estimated almost 50,000 students visit every year.
Dream World, WhiteWater World, Sea World, Warner Bros. Movie World and Wet’n’Wild Water World are all major theme parks located not too far apart from each other. There are frequent forms of public transportations going to and from each park or you can drive out as public parking is also available.

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world, stretching out over 2500 kilometres. It has been listed as a World Heritage Site and has been labelled one of the 7 natural wonders of the world.