A holiday in Brisbane gives you excellent access to some of the Queensland's most popular tourist regions. Brisbane is the capital city and offers activities for all members of the family. It is the third largest city in Australia and lies on the shores of Moreton Bay. The serene waters of Moreton Bay are protected from the Pacific Ocean waves by two beautiful sand islands. These are Moreton Island and Stradbroke Island, and both have excellent resorts. Local attractions such as sparkling beaches, rainforests and lakes abound in this region. Day and extended tours to the islands are available throughout the day.

South of Brisbane is the Gold Coast, which is a wonderful area famous for its fantastic beaches and theme parks. The Gold Coast is home to the renowned Australia Zoo. This is the zoo created by the late Steve Irwin, which will educate and entertain the entire family with its fantastic displays. Brisbane is a modern western city featuring many of the attractions one would expect to find in such a city. Theatres, museums and galleries line the streets of Brisbane. The Queensland Maritime Museum is a popular stop for those interested in maritime history. This museum displays early navigator charts and shipwrecked vessels. The Queensland Performing Arts Centre features four theatres. One can take in an opera, musical or ballet in this beautiful centre. The Queensland Art Gallery displays both paintings and fine sculptures of modern national and international artists. They also have a cafe open to the public.

Australia is a country known for its love of sports, and the city of Brisbane centers upon this. The Rugby League is centrally located at the Suncorp Stadium. The Brisbane Lions AFL and the Australian cricket team play at this stadium. Because of the attraction of the sporting events, accommodation near Suncorp Stadium is easily available. Hotels, inns and apartments are plentiful to secure accommodation near Suncorp Stadium. You'll also find that accommodation near Suncorp Stadium provides easy access to car rentals, buses and taxis to make travel easy.

With all its attractions and activities, taking a holiday in Brisbane is a treat for all to enjoy.