Queensland

Queensland combines some of Australia’s best-known coastal landscapes with island stays, rainforest, marine experiences and year-round warm weather. Stretching along the country’s north-east coastline, the region is home to the Great Barrier Reef, the Whitsundays and Tropical North Queensland, making it one of the most popular parts of Australia for longer beach and outdoor-focused holidays.

Hamilton Island is often the starting point for exploring the Whitsundays and southern Great Barrier Reef, with sailing, snorkelling and time on the water forming a huge part of the experience. Further north, Port Douglas combines easy access to the reef with rainforest landscapes and a more relaxed atmosphere than many larger resort areas. The nearby Daintree Rainforest offers a completely different environment again, with ancient rainforest, river systems and quieter luxury lodges surrounded by nature.

Queensland works particularly well for active holidays, whether that means snorkelling on the reef, sailing between islands, diving, hiking or exploring the coastline at a slower pace. Scenic flights, private boat charters and island-hopping itineraries can all be incorporated depending on how you want to experience the region.

We feature a carefully chosen collection of luxury resorts, island retreats and rainforest lodges across Queensland, including qualia on Hamilton Island and Silky Oaks Lodge in the Daintree Rainforest. Queensland is also frequently combined with Sydney, Uluru and wider east coast touring itineraries as part of a longer Australia holiday.