There’s so much to see and do in Queensland, here’s how to make the most of your journey. Starting with the spectacular Glasshouse Mountains of theSunshine Coast on the left as you head up the Bruce Highway, the drive from Brisbane takes you alongside the Aussie World fairground and Australia Zoo, made famous by the late Steve Irwin.
If you’re travelling between late July and October, be sure to call into Hervey Bay on your way. It is heralded as the best area in the world for whale-watching. Head further north into Rockhampton where Best Western has three excellent hotels to choose from while taking the sights and sounds of this famous cattle country town. Go fishing for barramundi on the Fitzroy River, which flows through the town, or enjoy a fine slice of Rockhampton steak barbecued at the parklands surrounding the river.
Imagine exploring the wonderland of the North Queensland coast on a jet-ski safari... this is just one of the many activities you can undertake from Mackay, the gateway to the Whitsundays, renowned as one of the world’s best places to holiday. There’s a Best Western in Mackay and two in Airlie Beach to make your journey all the more enjoyable.
Airlie Beach’s Shute Harbour is where most visitors board catamarans that power their way to the Great Barrier Reef every day of the year. You can also take ferries out to the various islands of the Whitsunday group.
If you haven’t visited Townsville for a while, you’re in for a very pleasant surprise. The 2.5km Strand Beachfront has been magnificently transformed into world-class parkland with a water park, cafes, restaurants and picnic spots. No trip to Townsville could possibly be complete without a cruise to Magnetic Island. Sitting just across a channel from Townsville, it is home to koalas in the wild, spectacular birdlife and fleet of Mini-Mokes. Best Western has three outstanding hotels in Townsville.
Keep heading north and you will arrive at tropical North Queensland where you can explore the rainforests and wildlife of Cairns and Port Douglas. With Best Western hotels and motels across Queensland, you’re assured great value accommodation and local knowledge every step of the way.
You can book your Best Western Queensland holiday online or by calling 131 779.