Queensland is Where Australia Shines.
There is no better place then Queensland to experience the Best of Australia's Journeys. Queensland has plenty of sunshine, spectacular beaches, natural wonders & unique wildlife.
The Great Sunshine Way
The Great Sunshine Way is the perfect touring experience in southern Queensland that offers some of the best mix of Australian experience. It encompasses our vibrant capital city Brisbane, World Heritage-listed National Parks including Fraser Island and the stunning Sunshine Coast & Gold Coast ......more
Great Tropical Drive
There are many ways to explore north Queensland. Try the Great Tropical Drive, a comprehensive self-drive touring route, which winds its way past pristine beaches, through ancient rainforest and past the Great Barrier Reef......more
Events & Festivals
21st Century Art in the First Decade, Brisbane
Until 25 April 2011
www.qag.qld.gov.au/21stcentury
Exhibit an exclusively on works created between 2000 and 2010. It showcase more than 200 works and feature over 140 artists and artist collaborative groups – senior, mid-career and emerging – from more than 40 countries.
Noosa Food & Wine Festival, Sunshine Coast
13-15 May 2011
www.noosafoodandwinesfestival.com.au
This annual festival is considered one of the best gastronomic experiences in Australia with renowned guest chefs, food trails and live entertainment.
The 10th Blues On Broadbeach Music Festival,
Gold Coast
26 - 29 May 2011
www.bluesonbroadbeach.com
This free event is one of Australia's iconic Blues Festivals featuring Australian Blues talent as well as international acts.
Gold Coast Airport Marathon
2 - 3 July 2011
www.goldcoastmarathon.com.au
With a flat terrain, scenic surroundings and mild temperature, this popular event saw a record 23,800 participants in 2010.
Hervey Bay Whale Festival
6 August 2011
www.herveybaywhalefestival.com.au
Celebrated each year to mark the start of the Hervey Bay Whale Watch season, this festival offers an exciting carnival, illuminated street parade and fireworks.
Port Douglas Carnivale
20 – 30 May 2011
www.carnivale.com.au
or 10 balmy days and nights each May, the festival of Carnivale takes over the seaside resort village of Port Douglas (Queensland, Australia) offering food, wine, music, culture, fashion, arts, sports, family fun and entertainment… and absolutely every reason you need to head to lovely Port Douglas!
Brisbane Festival
September
www.brisbanefestival.com.au
Spanning three weeks, the Brisbane Festival is held in the city’s parks, theatres and streets. Watch out for fireworks, entertaining productions, free events and more.
Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers
16 – 25 September 2011
www.tcof.com.au
Australia’s longest running horticultural event, this iconic carnival features flower, food and wine events, live concerts, competitions, fireworks and a floral street parade! Suggested Self-drive Itinerary.
Book now with Aussie Specialist travel agents or visit qantas.com or ba.com to find out more about our year round low airfares.
*Price refer to the 3D2N Sunshine Coast package. Include 2-nights accommodation, 3- days car hire and a Great Sunshine Attractions Pass (3 tickets pass).
The land packages can only be purchased in conjunction with Qantas Airways return economy airfare.
