Ten Things You Must Do When Visiting Queensland

Queensland is Australia's second largest state, located in the northeast of the continent. It has a warm climate and sunny weather, earning it the nickname "Sunshine State". The capital city of Brisbane and the Gold Coast in Queensland attract tourists from around the world every year. Our guide will introduce you to the top 10 experiences not to be missed here, ensuring that your trip to Australia is unforgettable!

Warner Bros. Movie World is one of the distinctive theme parks on the Gold Coast. Its uniqueness can be seen from the name itself. With movies as the theme, it faithfully recreates cityscapes from classic films such as Batman. It is a must-visit theme park for movie fans. There is a daily parade at 3:30pm, where familiar animated characters like Batman, Tweety Bird, Bugs Bunny, and Shrek come out for a performance. The spectacle becomes even grander during festivals.

Gold Coast Chunxi National Park watch blue light bug

Springbrook National Park in Gold Coast is part of Australia's important World Heritage-listed "East Coast Rainforests of Australia" protection area. The park is divided into three sections: Springbrook Plateau, Natural Bridge, and Cougal Cascades. The most fascinating residents in the Natural Bridge section are the glowworms. Currently, the glowworms can only be seen in Natural Bridge in Gold Coast, Waitomo Glowworm Cave in the North Island of New Zealand, and Te Anau in the South Island of New Zealand.

Coronbin Protected Area for watching animals

Designated as a national cultural heritage. Here you can watch a large-scale show of Australian animals, feed kangaroos, hold koalas for photos. It is relatively cheaper than DREAM WORLD and more professional as a zoo.

Skypoint observation deck

Q1 stands for Queensland 1, and Q1 Skypoint Observation Deck is the only ocean-view observation deck in Australia, featuring a 360-degree glass panorama. Many locals and tourists alike enjoy visiting the observation deck to admire the breathtaking scenery or have a leisurely time with friends while having a traditional English afternoon tea.

Feeding dolphins on Morton Island

Moreton Island, also known as Dolphin Island, is the third largest sand island in the world. Visitors can hand-feed wild bottlenose dolphins and enjoy activities such as sandboarding and water sports. November is the best time to visit this island. It is the best place in Australia to watch whales and feed dolphins, just a 75-minute boat ride from Brisbane. There is a wild dolphin sanctuary where over ten dolphins swim to the beach every evening, and visitors can feed them under the guidance of experts. The average cost varies depending on the package, but it is around 60 AUD, with the option of including it in the resort accommodation package.

Brisbane

Famous skydiving spot in Queensland, 14,000 feet high, offering breathtaking views of the coastline, city, and beach. Highlight: landing on soft sandy beaches. A must-not-miss experience for adventurous souls.

Fraser Island

The world's largest sand island, formed 700,000 years ago and still preserves its original appearance. The island is home to over 100 freshwater lakes of various sizes, as well as the world's only tropical rainforest growing on sand and coexisting with dinosaurs. The island is also inhabited by purebred Australian dingoes and dozens of bird species. It lacks rocks and consists entirely of fine sand. Unlike the ocean, there are no tides or waves here, only a gentle breeze ruffling the lakes.

Surfers' paradise on the Gold Coast

Surfer's Paradise, located in the heart of the Gold Coast, is the busiest place on the 75-kilometer-long stretch of beach. It is known as the surfer's paradise and is the ideal venue for surfers. Every year, various world-class surfing events are held here, attracting surf enthusiasts from around the world. The beachfront is home to the most vibrant shopping center, housing the major shopping outlets of the Gold Coast, including international brand stores, DFS duty-free shops, trendy boutique stores, and souvenir shops.

Whale watching in the Gold Coast

The whale watching activity on the Gold Coast provides visitors with the opportunity to get up close and personal with the world's longest-lived mammal, whales. From May to November each year, whales migrate from Antarctica to the warm waters near the Tropic of Capricorn to breed. The Gold Coast is a crucial part of their journey, with tens of thousands of whales passing through these waters annually. It is the prime whale watching season on the Gold Coast. Take a boat trip and have a marine rendezvous with these magnificent creatures.

Brisbane hot air balloon tour

If you have always wanted to experience the joy of riding a hot air balloon, whether it's for celebrating a birthday or holding hands with your loved one, Hot Air Balloon Brisbane can make your dreams come true! Don't forget that before the morning hot air balloon ride begins, you can also enjoy a champagne breakfast in the beautiful vineyards of Brisbane's hinterland. This will definitely be a memorable morning.