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Below the surface: Top 10 lesser-known reefs to explore on the Great Barrier Reef

Queensland's own Aquaman, Daydream Island Master Reef Guide Johnny Gaskell has visited over 200 reef sites in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park over the last two years.After his latest expeditions in 2020, he today announced his top 10 reefs on Queensland's Great Barrier Reef. And it is not a list of internationally renowned reef sites, but rather a bucket list of lesser-known reefs for those

2021, and we're back!

Well, to be honest we never really went anywhere with events all the way through December and NYE celebrations across Brisbane keeping us well and truly busy over the Festive SeasonWhat can we say about 2020 other than it was a bit of a doozy. A roller coaster ride for the events industry and certainly testing time for Scene Change. But, we've made it through to 2021 and the year has started of

IHG Hotels & Resorts ramps up its role as cupid this Valentine's Day

A recent survey by IHG Hotels & Resorts has revealed almost half of Aussies (49%) say holidays are important not only for themselves, but for their relationships. And, for the 42% of Aussies that have cancelled 1-2 trips away in 2020, a romantic holiday was the third most common trip cancelled that travellers were most looking forward to.To rekindle the romance this year, IHG has released a

Events return across Queensland

Events are certainly Good to Go in Queensland, as yet another busy week of announcements continue to highlight the importance of events to the state's visitor economy.Set to bring visitors from all over the country to their host destinations and stimulate local economies, as well as provide a platform for tourism promotion, dates are live and ticket sales and registrations are now open for the

What's new in the Heritage City this February...

New romantic picnic pods launch for Valentine's DayImagine a romantic setting for you and your beau, the sunset showering you in golden light as you swing in your hanging picnic pod. You graze on a gourmet picnic and indulge in each other's company while soft music fills the countryside. That's the new product that The Soul Nook Collective's owner Taryn Ryan has dreamed up in her range of

Discover Gold Coast's best views in every direction!

Have you always wanted to visit the top of Australia's Tallest Building? SkyPoint Observation Deck offers panoramic views of the Gold Coast, 270m above sea level, located atop the iconic Q1 building in Surfers Paradise.SkyPoint's unique vantage point lets you take in the entire city skyline from one location so you can enjoy a delicious meal or a signature cocktail at Gold Coast’s highest Bistro+

You're Tutu Kind…marriott International Sets Fun Challenge to Raise Money for Staff in the South Pacific

You're tutu kind…Marriott International sets fun challenge to raise money for staff in the South Pacific“Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgiving, turn routine jobs into joy and change ordinary opportunities into blessings.” William Arthur WardMarriott International staff in Fiji & Samoa have chanted “vinaka vakelvu” after their colleagues in Australia and New Zealand raised more

Take a Hike Naturally. 11 Guided Wilderness Walks in Queensland's National Parks

They are symbols of state pride, landscapes of extraordinary beauty and often places of scientific or conservation value. National Parks are also magical places for impossibly perfect hikes that will lift the heart and help reset the year. Go with one of these 11 local guided tours and learn a little bit more about yourself as well as your own backyard.Multi Day Guided Walking HolidaysMost

Hyatt Regency Brand Grows in Australia With Entry Into Brisbane

As the first Hyatt hotel to open in Brisbane, the hotel brings premium service and energizing experiences into the heart of the cityHyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today with Salter Brothers the opening of Hyatt Regency Brisbane, the first Hyatt hotel in Brisbane and eighth operating Hyatt hotel in Australia. Located in the heart of the city's central business district within Queen

Paradise is Back in Business

Leading tourism operators have welcomed guests back to paradise, just in time for the holiday season, following the recent bushfires that devastated the world's largest sand island. The suite of SeaLink Fraser Island businesses were back up and running on December 19th following a three-week closure, as visitation was temporarily restricted to the destination. Additional rainfall proved a great

Tasman Venture Launches Island Escape Private Charters

The award winning Tasman Venture team are thrilled to announce the launch of a brand new Private Charter experience for the Fraser Coast. These multi-day, sleep on board escapes, are fully guided and catered, and visit the World Heritage Listed Fraser Island and the stunning Lady Elliot Island on the Southern Great Barrier Reef.Personalised to meet the individual needs of customers, Tasman

The Bright Side of 2020: Queensland's Top 5 Moments

With just a few days to go before we finally close the doors on 2020, it's time to remember that despite the challenges, this year has also brought us some incredibly beautiful moments that taught us to cherish the little things and always look on the bright side of life.And before we ring in the new year, let's take a trip down memory lane to revisit our top 5 moments of 2020:1) Ember the

Brisbane Street Art Festival

The Brisbane Street Art Festival is coming to Ipswich this year! Seven walls will be painted in the CBD from July 27 to August 23. Public viewing opportunities to meet the artists at their walls will be held between 10am and 2pm on August 8 and 9. There will also be workshops for budding creators to learn from the nationally recognised artists taking part over August 8 and 9 and a live

Gold Coast Celebrates Second Half of 2020 With the Return of Family Holidays

With borders now open to interstate travellers,* Destination Gold Coast has today released a new video that reaches out to Australian families with one simple message: ‘You Deserve a Holiday’.The new clip has been released as Warner Bros. Movie World and Wet‘n’Wild today join the growing list of family favourites on the Gold Coast that have reopened to the public. The third and final instalment

Uncover Cool Finds in Brisbane's Laneways

You may not have known but Brisbane is spoilt with several hip laneways in its city centre, Fortitude Valley 'The Valley', and South Brisbane. They're not exactly hidden but it does help to learn where to stop and take a closer look if its your first time exploring Brisbane's laneways. It's a great way to spend a day, wandering down the laneway labyrinths filled with intimate,