{"id":10477,"date":"2020-07-06T14:51:28","date_gmt":"2020-07-06T04:51:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/?p=10477"},"modified":"2020-11-25T15:56:13","modified_gmt":"2020-11-25T05:56:13","slug":"10-reasons-qld-holidays-are-the-best-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/qld-trending\/queensland-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"10 reasons QLD holidays are the best holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"

Great news \u2013 the Queensland borders are starting to open back up! \ud83c\udf89 And just in case you\u2019d forgotten why Sunshine State getaways are so fantastic, as a very proud QUEENSLANDER, I’m here to share 10 reasons why Queensland holidays are the absolute best.<\/p>\n

1. All the Big Things<\/h2>\n

That\u2019s right, Queensland has loads Big Things, including one of Australia\u2019s newest \u2013 the Big Melon, which was gifted to the regional town of Chinchilla by Wotif in 2018. There\u2019s nothing like going on a road trip and coming across a Big Thing to take happy snaps with. Am I right?<\/p>\n

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This Big Thing is one-in-a-melon!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

2. The wildlife<\/h2>\n

Head four hours north of Brisbane and you\u2019re in one of Australia\u2019s prime viewing spots for whale season \u2013 Hervey Bay. If you want to get up-close and personal with these majestic mammals, then this is the destination for you. But it\u2019s not just whales \u2013 we have some incredible biodiversity in Queensland. In fact, we\u2019re home to 85% of Australia’s native mammals and more than half of the nation’s reptiles and frogs.<\/p>\n

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Having a whale of a time in Hervey Bay.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

3. The weather<\/h2>\n

They don\u2019t call it the Sunshine State for nothing. That perfect mix of tropical and sub-tropical climate means you can spend the day at the beach or enjoy the great outdoors at practically any time of the year. Brisbane gets, on average, 283 days of sunshine each year \u2013 just sayin\u2019!<\/p>\n

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Jumping for joy about the perfect weather in the Whitsundays.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

4. The beaches<\/h2>\n

And while we\u2019re talking weather, we might as well mention the beaches \u2013 they\u2019re some of the best in the WORLD. Whether it\u2019s the Whitsundays, the Gold or Sunny Coasts, Stradbroke Island, Fraser Island, Cape Tribulation or Noosa (I could go on), no matter where you are along the coast, you\u2019re bound to come across an absolute stunner!<\/p>\n

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Another Queensland beach looking as gorgeous as ever.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

5. The national parks<\/h2>\n

Queensland is home to a whopping 1,000+ national parks. With so many to pick from, you\u2019re bound to find one you love. Breathtaking waterfalls, epic lookouts, steep cliffs and ancient rainforests are all on offer in our beautiful backyard.<\/p>\n

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Nothing like a stroll through the Gold Coast Hinterlands.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

6. The reef<\/h2>\n

Uh, did I mention we also have the GREAT BARRIER REEF? Oh, I didn\u2019t? Well, I better! Because it\u2019s the largest living organism in the world and so big it\u2019s visible from space. It\u2019s accessible along 3,000km of Queensland coastline. Time to get exploring!<\/p>\n

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Getting ready to check out the Barrier Reef off the coast of Fitzroy Island.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

7. You don\u2019t have to go far<\/h2>\n

No matter where you are in Queensland, you don\u2019t have to travel far to find an awesome holiday spot. Whether it\u2019s a stay in the capital, a day trip up the coast or a road trip out west for some great regional hospitality, there\u2019s so much to choose from in sunny Queensland.<\/p>\n

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Giving something new a go in my hometown.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

8. The coast<\/h2>\n

With almost 6,000km of Queensland coastline to explore, there\u2019s no denying we have some amazing beach holiday spots. For me, a cheeky Gold Coast weekend is my go-to for a last-minute getaway. Burleigh Heads and Tallebudgera Creek have got my name written allll over them.<\/p>\n

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Get a load of that beautiful coastline. Courtesy of Stradbroke Island.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

9. The hundreds of islands<\/h2>\n

If you visited one Queensland island each day, by the end of the year you wouldn\u2019t have even seen half! That\u2019s right, Queensland is home to around 900 islands, including the world\u2019s largest sand island \u2013 Fraser.<\/p>\n

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Going for a dip on the largest sand island in the WORLD – Fraser Island.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

10. The locals<\/h2>\n

Whether It\u2019s a wallaby from the Scenic Rim, a croc in Tropical North Queensland or a koala from the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary on the Gold Coast, the locals in Queensland are some of the best you\u2019ll meet. The people are pretty great too \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n

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Heads up!<\/strong> Due to COVID-19, government restrictions are in constant review and travel guidelines may change. We strongly recommend that all travellers seek further information about destinations and attractions before scheduling trips or making bookings, take extra care and follow all rules.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/i> PLAN YOUR NEXT QLD GETAWAY <\/a>\n