There are many reasons why we love living on the Sunshine Coast. Not only does it have some of the most beautiful beaches in Australia (if not the world), but it’s also full of little hinterland towns worth exploring. Our favourite such destination is Maleny. Maleny has been voted the most welcoming town in Australia for two years running. This quaint little town is...
Magnetic Island, or Maggie as the locals call it, is a little piece of paradise just 20 minutes off the coast of Townsville, Northern Queensland. With twenty-three beautiful sandy bays, coral reefs, and a huge population of koalas, it’s a surprise Magnetic Island has somehow remained a hidden gem after all these years. The first time I visited Magnetic Island was...
One of my favourites things to do, is to walk along the beach for miles. There is no shortage of beaches here in Queensland. What’s even better is walking for miles on a deserted beach. We recently visited Woodgate Beach and found it perfect for endless beach walks without a soul in sight. The small coastal settlement of Woodgate Beach is 45-minutes south of...
About six hours drive north of Brisbane are the twin towns of Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy (also known as The Town of 1770). These towns are only five minutes apart and are known for their amazing beaches, great fishing, and for being the closest access points to the Southern Great Barrier Reef. If you enjoy peaceful, less developed destinations, both Agnes...
Brisbane is Australia’s third largest city, the capital of the sunny state of Queensland, and the fastest growing city in Australia. However, a few years ago, people used to label Brisbane boring. But Brisbane (or Brissie as Australians like to call it) has come a long way in the last few years. It certainly isn’t the sleepy city that it used to be. In fact, Brisbane...
One thing we’ve noticed after moving to Queensland is that, as nice as the beaches are, they are not the only beauties in our state. There are plenty of other marvels to discover if you head inland towards the hinterland. The Gold Coast hinterland amazed us, and the Sunshine Coast hinterland is one of our favourite places to head on the weekend. But recently, on our...
Are you daydreaming of beautiful beaches lined with palm trees, tropical islands, and lush rainforests? If so, then Mission Beach should be your next holiday destination. This little gem is a two-hour drive south from Cairns and is a fabulous place to visit if you’re keen to relax by the beach while you soak up some amazing scenery. It’s also well suited to the...
In 2002, I visited Cape Tribulation for the first time. I was backpacking and signed up for a two-day tour from Cairns. Unfortunately, it rained the whole time I was there. It was a shame, but I still really enjoyed it and always wanted to return to visit in dry weather. It took me some time to make my way back up that way, but I am so glad I finally did. This time...
Hervey Bay is a three-and-a-half-hour drive north of Brisbane, past the Sunshine Coast. It is a popular holiday destination for families and couples alike. It might not be a large town, but it’s packed with great attractions and activities to keep you busy for a while. Hervey Bay is heaven for wildlife lovers, beach goers and for anyone just looking for a nice...
We recently moved to the Sunshine Coast in Queensland and are fortunate to live a mere ten minutes from the delightful coastal town of Mooloolaba. Mooloolaba is in the heart of the Sunshine Coast and although it’s not quite as famous as Noosa (a half hour drive away), Mooloolaba is just as amazing. It’s a must visit on the coast because there are so many amazing...