Accommodation
Whatever your accommodation requirements you will find something to fit the bill in Brisbane. From backpackers to absolute luxury, Brisbane caters for all travellers and all budgets. If you cannot find somewhere to meet your budget in the city-centre then remember Brisbane has an excellent bus and train network.
Location
Confident and yet laid-back, enthusiastic and yet unassuming - Brisbane is a truly new-world and multicultural city. The capital of Queensland and home to approximately 2.5 million people. Brisbane continues to thrive and grow as more and more Australians are drawn to its subtropical climate and work opportunities.
The Brisbane events calendar is always packed with cultural and sporting events. Immerse yourself in a vibrant and exciting cultural scene, with art galleries, libraries, festivals and theatres. Make sure you check out the Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art, on the South Bank of the Brisbane River. Enjoy more than 17,000 works of historical, and contemporary art. For those who want to dance the night away, or simply listen, you will find a lively and electrifying live music scene.
Shopaholics will rejoice, as Brisbane has it all - from modern malls to designer boutiques, to crafty markets. Make sure you take in the collective markets every Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday at Stanley Street Plaza in the city centre. Discover local artisans with fabulous wares - jewellery, art, antiques, and fashion.
Travel further afield and participate in some island hopping. Brisbane’s coastline is dotted with a number of paradisical islands for you to explore. With fabulous opportunities for snorkelling and whale-watching.
You can fly directly to Brisbane International airport from many cities in the world. From the airport, it is easy and safe to catch a taxi or train to the city centre.
Food
Relish the opportunity for al-fresco dining in the sultry Brisbane evenings. Partake of fabulous cuisine at outstanding restaurants which offer the best local foods. Enjoy Moreton Bay prawns or local organic produce cooked to perfection.
As a truly new-world, multicultural city, you will find restaurants representing nearly every world cuisine, and every dietary group. No matter whether you prefer - raw food, vegan, or a straight out steakhouse, you will find somewhere to fit your needs.
Of course in true Australian fashion, you should wash it all down with a cold beer.
Activities
Day and night kayaking on the Brisbane River.
Packages that include excellent food and refreshments.
Cycle, Segway or Scooter tours around the Inner City and Brisbane River banks.
Outstanding abseiling and climbing at Kangaroo Point