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Ghost Tours prides itself on upholding the motto 'Heritage and Hauntings'. They combine the unique experience of visiting Brisbane and South East Queensland's most historic haunted sites with the ancient art of story telling. Hear classic local ghost stories, urban legends and myths, true tales of tragedy, crime, murder, magic, witchcraft, love and death. Ghost Tours has been operating since last century when it was established by local dark historian Jack Sim. Undertake a tour with an eerie Ghost Host who imparts the haunted heritage of the sites visited. The presence of these creepy characters is Ghost Tours only concession to theatrics - there are no extras in sheets leaping from the shadows to give cheap thrills on these tours. All thrills are genuine and genuinely creepy....

Start Christmas off right with a delicious breakfast buffet cruise on the Brisbane River. The festively decorated Kookaburra Queens are the perfect setting for your Christmas Day breakfast with family. Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast buffet featuring all your favourites ? eggs, bacon, pastries and more. Includes: two hour scenic cruise, breakfast buffet, Christmas decorations and amazing views. Book online at their website or give them a call....

The highly anticipated Land Rover Polo in the City as a part of the national Urban Polo series will take place in Albert Park. Entering its second decade, the must-attend national polo series ?Polo in the City?, is proud to return in 2016 delivering the finest sporting entertainment, hospitality and style for corporate, ticketed and VIP guests. Land Rover has a long and celebrated history with polo around the world and is proud to sponsor the Polo in The City tournament. Land Rover Polo in the City delivers iconic backdrops, impressive marquees and vibrant entertainment, and continues its growth as a favoured corporate entertainment platform. Guests can expect another spectacular day out at this year?s Land Rover Polo in the City, enjoying the impressive horsemanship of top players, exciting local DJs and mouth-watering food and drink options. Experience this premium sporting event from exclusive VIP and corporate marquees or the energetic Somersby Polo Lounge....

Delectable tours showcase some of Brisbane?s best food and local produce to visitors and local food lovers alike. Their food tours provide a unique way to experience the city and its food culture. They create both set tour packages and completely customised tours personalised to your tastes and desires with progressive dining experiences, so you can really enjoy the experience at each place that we take you to. They started these tours to showcase all that Brisbane has to offer in culinary delights. Queensland, and specifically Brisbane isn?t well known for food, but when you consider the amazing variety and quality of local produce surrounding the city, it really is no wonder the city has a lot to offer. They believe that it is an exciting time to be involved in Brisbane?s emerging food scene, and the world needs to know just how much they have to offer when it comes to exceptional food. These Brisbane food tours are designed to give you an insider view into the city?s quality culinary scene, and they take care of every detail, so that you can just sit back, relax and enjoy your experience with family and friends, both new and old....

This is a journey of icons, legends, lakes, gardens, national parks and beaches. Start in the beautiful Glass House Mountains before you wind your way down to Australia Zoo. You'll then continue on to Ewen Maddock Dam, Maroochy Bushland Botanic Gardens, Mooloolah River National Park, Mooloolaba Beach and on to Lake Cootharaba....

Enjoy the road trip to the south-west in the comfort of your own vehicle, or if you're shorter on time regular QANTAS Link flights operate to Charleville with a range of hire-car options available. All roads are fully sealed, and there are plenty of towns along the way to make your outback trip easy and comfortable....

Adventure enthusiasts start your engines. This drive may only be some 70 kilometres in length, but it's a journey packed with adrenalin. You'll start at the glorious Glass House Mountains where you can walk, rock climb or abseil on the newly opened tracks and trails around Mt Tibrogargan, the "father" of the mountains, before you heading on to Australia Zoo for a range of wonderful animal encounters. Then it's on to the Big Kart Track - it gets the adrenalin pumping, Aussie World, which is packed with adventure, before finishing at Caloundra Airport for a spot of skydiving....

Since the eighteenth century, it is believed that over 1100 ships were wrecked along the Queensland coastline. Today you can dive some of these underwater museums and find out more about the lives of past generations of Queenslanders and others who visited these shores. These sites can be accessed by those with their own vessel or by making use of one of the many commercial dive operators based in Townsville or Cairns. The first wreck on this trail is Queensland's most popular historic shipwreck - the Yongala. From the Yongala you have the option of continuing east to the Gothenburg or north-west to the Lady Bowen. Dive guides are available for these three shipwrecks and can be downloaded from the Queensland Government website (see link under "Contacts"). These dive guides have been developed to educate divers about the history, locations, conditions, visibility, biology and responsibilities as divers on historic shipwreck sites. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy Queensland's historic maritime heritage but are reminded that it is illegal to interfere with these fragile sites as all historic shipwrecks and their associated relics more than 75 years old are protected by law....

The Townsville North Queensland Drive itinerary is the perfect relaxed touring option to experience the tropical North - from the coastal town of Townsville travel 270 kilometres round trip to the historical outback gold-mining town of Charters Towers. Why not buy a kilo of fresh northern prawns and a breadstick in Townsville for a delicious lunchtime picnic in one of the pretty parks when you reach Charters Towers. Stay a few days and enjoy the history, the many quaint old miner's cottages and colonial architecture from the late 1800s. Side tour: Take the turn-off at Mingela and drive 40 kilometres to Ravenswood, a true ghost town, which had 48 hotels and 5000 residents at its peak until it was deserted in 1912. It is now a heritage listed working mining town with old mullock heaps, tall chimneys and nineteenth century pubs and other buildings. View operations at the open cut mine from the lookout. Continue on from here to the Burdekin Falls Dam which holds four times as much water as Sydney Harbour. It's a gorgeous place for another picnic, fishing or camping on the banks....

While most visitors instantly identify the Sunshine Coast with her bedazzling beaches, away from the surf and sand there's also a thriving artistic bent to this destination. And it starts at the Noosa Regional Gallery at Tewantin before winding to Queensland, and indeed Australia's biggest and best arts and crafts markets at Eumundi. From there, head to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland hills of Montville and then on to Buderim, to satisfy your creative urge....

Peaceful lakes, historic silent cinemas, quaint country towns, and gold rush days all feature in this languid Queensland drive journey. Start at Tewantin before you head to Pomona and on to Kin Kin before finishing in Gympie. You'll cover just over 70 kilometres but take your time, sit by the lake, watch an old movie, wandering through a charming town and fossick for some treasures. There's absolutely no rush there....

Cairns is the gateway to the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics rainforests. Amongst the early settlers of the region were many Chinese who came to Cairns and Cooktown in the mid-1870s, heading to the Hodgkinson goldfields, located west of Cairns and Cooktown. After the alluvial gold ran out, many Chinese turned to farming. The Chinese were also involved in b?che de mer (sea cucumber) harvesting and processing. Picturesque Lizard Island, a short flight from Cairns, has stone remnants from these operations. The Cairns and District Chinese Association holds annual Chinese New Year celebrations in Grafton Street - Cairns Chinatown - once a bustling assortment of shops, dwellings and two temples. Travel north from Cairns, via Port Douglas to Cooktown. Cooktown once had a large Chinese population, with a temple located on Adelaide Street. Temple artefacts are now displayed at the James Cook Historical Museum, while the cemetery includes a Chinese shrine. The Atherton Tableland circuit will take you to the Hou Wang in Atherton, through farmlands where the Chinese grew maize and down to Innisfail where the Chinese worked in the sugar and banana industries and where you can see the Lit Sing Gung Temple....

Prestige Day Tours is a locally owned, small business providing small-group, limousine-style Day Tours and Private Charter in South East Queensland. Owners Nev and Cheryl are long-term Brisbane residents, so can provide intimate local knowledge and commentary resulting in a more personalised experience. You'll feel like a movie star as you stretch out in complete comfort behind privacy glass in one of the luxury Mercedes Benz vehicles. Prestige Day Tours has full Queensland Government Operator Accreditation. All drivers hold the relevant Industry Authority card. Prestige Day Tours is passionate about providing an extraordinary customer service experience. You will feel like you have been out with friends for the day, rather than on a Day Tour. Tours are limited to a maximum of six passengers per vehicle for Day Tours. This ensures a personalised experience. Your comfort throughout the day is unrivalled in the luxury Mercedes Benz vehicles. They endeavour to show you as much as possible in the time available so the tours are mostly sightseeing. Prestige Day Tours also offers full day and half day Private Charter. They will also be happy to quote hourly rates. Prestige Day Tours can also tailor a Day Tour to your specific requirements....

Whether you are looking for a family stroll in the rainforest, or a challenging five-day hike, there will be a journey to inspire and delight as part of the Mackay Great Highlands Walk. Beginning in the cool rainforest of Eungella National Park, the Walk incorporates steep escarpments, verdant rainforest, dense palm groves, towering trees, dramatic gorge views and tranquil back-country farmland. The journey through the rainforest is a nature lover's paradise as it supports species from both subtropical and tropical rainforest vegetation. The starting point is at the town of Eungella, where highlights within the first three hours of walking include expensive views across the Pioneer Valley, towering red cedar, Mackay tulip oak, groves of piccabeen and Alexandra palms. Further along, the track will enter mixed eucalypt forests featuring fragrant lemon-scented gums, bloodwoods, ironbarks, banksias and stunning grasstrees. The challenging walk will take three to five days to complete and finishes at the historic town of Mt Britton, a now abandoned gold-mining area....

Did you know that Mount Coolum is the second largest rock in the world after Uluru? This impressive dome-shaped rock is 208 metres high and offers spectacular views of the coast and hinterland. There are several sets of stone steps to help you reach the summit. The walk takes about twenty minutes and is certain to get your blood pumping. Apart from the amazing view, you'll also find interesting plant species around the summit of the mountain including Xanthorrea, Casuarinas, Scribbly Gums and a variety of ferns. The name of the mountain is said to be derived from an Aboriginal word meaning 'headless', which is assumed to relate to the flat top of the rock. According to dreamtime stories, Ninderry knocked off Coolum's head and it fell into the ocean - creating Mudjimba Island....

All aboard! Travel through Brisbane on an historic steam train and relive the splendour of a bygone era. It's big loud fun as you board the steam train at Roma Street station for a one hour trip. Pass through city stations and enjoy river crossings on your journey aboard vintage carriages. Book early to avoid disappointment. Steam Train Sunday departs and returns to Roma Street Station....

People, bars, art, history, beers, gardens, coffee, culture, architecture, wine or just a little company? Brisbane may not have the Eiffel Tower or the Taj Mahal, but there's loads to see here if you know just where to look, and the only way to see it is to walk! Listening is so much easier than reading, so leave your guidebook behind, relax and discover the best parts of beautiful Brisbane with a local guide. You'll see cool art, hear about people and history, maybe try some local coffee or craft beer and get the latest tips on the best bars, cafes, restaurants and things to do for the rest of your stay. Tours are small with no more than eight guests and your guide will introduce everyone so you feel really welcome. Welcome to Brisbane! The local guides love it and they'll do everything they can to help you have a great time here....

Spend a week on an adventurous drive into an untamed wilderness area to stand at the very top of Australia. Epic Cape York is a remarkable journey through Cape York Peninsula taking in memorable pubs, ancient rock art and spectacular natural scenery. Drive along red outback roads, explore wetlands brimming with birds and fish, discover gold town ruins and try your luck at isolated fishing spots. Be amazed at the diverse birdlife, admire Aboriginal artists at work or enjoy the hospitality of a country race day. Test your four-wheel driving skills tackling treacherous creek crossings on the Old Telegraph Track and cool off in stunning waterfalls. The adventure doesn't end at the tip of Cape York. Take a ferry to visit Thursday and Horn Islands, two of the 274 islands of the Torres Strait. Discover the diverse history of the Torres Strait Islanders which includes World War 2, the pearling industry, vibrant headdresses, colourful dance, ancient carving and modern printmaking...

Impress your guests this holiday season with a unique function experience on board Showboat Cruises Ultimate Christmas Party. Your colleagues and friends will enjoy a sensational buffet dinner and unlimited selected beer, wine and soft drink package whilst taking in the sights of Brisbane from the river. Theming and entertainment is also taken care of, with festive decorations adorning the grand Kookaburra River Queens and live entertainment including Christmas classics and party favourites. Included will be a Christmas themed Carvery and Seafood Buffet, Gold Beverage package including beer, wine and soft drink, festive decorations and theming and live entertainment. Book online at their website or give them a call....

Follow tourist drive 42 to discover the beautiful Mary Valley - Queensland's Scenic Rural Hinterland drive. This drive rewards its drivers with a landscape patch-worked with grazing cattle, macadamia farms, rainforests and endless rolling hills. Be greeted with unapologetic country charm and beauty at every turn on the road that guides you through the Mary Valley....

Explore palm-fringed beaches, ancient rainforests and the golden outback on a self-drive tour taking in the highlights of North Queensland. With 26 different routes to follow, the Great Tropical Drive takes you to some of Australia's best-known tropical attractions including the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree rainforest, Hinchinbrook Island and the Undara Lava Tubes. Taste the flavours of the tropics on the Atherton Tablelands where local produce and fruity wines are popular, step back in time with an adventure into the western goldfields or discover incredible views as you drive between the two World Heritage areas of the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics rainforest. Along the way you can cool off under a waterfall, visit a turtle hospital, go jungle surfing or learn how to hunt mud crab with a spear. Encounter nature, Indigenous culture, food and wine, wildlife, heritage or adventure and know that natural wonders are around every corner. The Great Tropical Drive offers ever changing landscapes as it passes through unique regions of North Queensland including Cooktown, Port Douglas and Daintree, Cairns and its beaches, Mission Beach and the Cassowary Coast, the Atherton Tablelands, the Gulf Savannah, Townsville, Charters Towers and Hinchinbrook....

Royal on the Park is a luxuriously elegant four and half star hotel conveniently located in the heart of Brisbane city, directly opposite the beautiful Botanic Gardens. Some rooms feature both garden and Brisbane River sweeping views.This landmark Brisbane hotel offers 153 spacious guest rooms including five spa and three executive suites.The hotel also provides a 24-hour reception and 24-hour room service, plus features one of Brisbanes largest (outdoor) hotel swimming pools. A five-minute stroll, and guests enter the vibrant Queen Street Mall Brisbanes major shopping and entertainment precinct. This beautiful refurbished hotel with its Heritage ambience provides first class service making every day an enjoyable experience.

Luxury Brisbane hotel, The Sebel Suites Brisbane offers distinctive boutique style Brisbane accommodation and newly refurbished hotel rooms. Our Brisbane hotel is within walking distance of the bustling Queen St Mall shopping precinct. Close to South Bank, Eagle Street Pier Riverside financial district, Brisbane Treasury Casino and the Brisbane River. The Sebel Suites Brisbane hotel features 162 fully refurbished Brisbane studio rooms, one bedroom apartments and two bedroom apartments, along with all the guest services you have come to expect of an International hotel, as well as some self-catering conveniences unique to apartment-style accommodation. The hotel's recreation deck has a heated lap pool, sauna and gym that enjoy spectacular views of the city skyline. With a range of flexible Brisbane conference and event spaces accommodating up to 200 guests, our dedicated and experienced Brisbane Events Co-ordinator can create a lasting impression for your next function. Whether it's a business meeting, training seminar, cocktail party or formal dinner, The Sebel Suites Brisbane is committed to creating a memorable event for all the right reasons. Our Brisbane CBD Hotel houses the impressive Palettes Restaurant & Bar, the ideal place to unwind with friends, family or colleagues. A step away from traditional hotel dining, this vibrant central Brisbane Restaurant & Bar provides a relaxed and comfortable indoor environment to watch the world go by or enjoy street-side dining at its best in the outdoor alfresco area. The perfect destination for your weekend getaway, short break or business trip. Book online and take advantage of one of our special hotel packages or hotel deals.

Luxury Brisbane Hotel accommodation located in Brisbane CBD within walking distance of local attractions and the Queen St Mall shopping precinct. Our Brisbane city hotel offers contemporary hotel rooms & sophisticated dining and entertainment options all situated near South Bank, Eagle Street Pier, Roma Street Station, Brisbane Treasury Casino and the Brisbane Convention Centre. With facilities for up to 1000 guests, 10 variable meeting & event venues and 2 flexible grand ballrooms our Brisbane conference venue is the largest conference and convention hotel in the city. Offering a range of high tech services including personalized on-site AV specialists and a diverse range of up to the minute audio, video, lighting and projection equipment, the perfect location for your function, event or wedding. Guest's have exclusive access to a fully equipped business centre, gym and the rooftop heated swimming pool and sauna. The Sebel and Citigate King George Square offers an excellent array of dining options, including the newly refurbished Bistro Allure Restaurant. The Hotel features 438 spacious newly refurbished guestrooms, which enjoy views across Brisbane's Central Business District, the inner suburbs and the hotel central courtyard. Other services include 24-hour Reception, In-Room Dining, Valet Parking, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Foreign Currency Exchange and Cable Television - Foxtel. The perfect destination for a weekend getaway, short break or Brisbane holiday. Book online and take advantage of one of our special hotel packages or hotel deals. Treat yourself to a weekend short break or take advantage of one of our hotel packages. All rooms and hotel deals available to book online or through our central reservation number.