Earlier this year, we finally got a chance to hike Mt Maroon. When we first visited the Scenic Rim after moving to Brisbane, I had my eyes on this mountain from the moment I saw it. However, it took us over a year to finally get a chance to hike it. We’d read a lot about it. It looked and sounded challenging, but that’s exactly what I like in a hike! So, I was so...
Last Updated: September 2026 Maleny is one of our favourite places in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland and somewhere we return to again and again. Living on the Sunshine Coast, we’ve visited Maleny countless times over the years, whether it’s for a walk through the rainforest, lunch with a view, a swim at Gardners Falls or simply a wander through town. Surrounded by...
Last Update: September 2026 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...
Last Update: September 2026 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...
Last Updated: September 2026 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...
Last Update: September 2026 Brisbane is Queensland’s sunny capital and a city that has changed enormously over the years. With its winding river, beautiful parklands, outdoor lifestyle, lively dining scene and easy access to islands, beaches and national parks, there is much more to Brisbane than many visitors expect. We spent seven months living in Brisbane and...
Last Updated: October 2026 Located in Tropical North Queensland, just inland from Cairns, the Atherton Tablelands is a beautiful region of lush rainforests, spectacular waterfalls, volcanic crater lakes and charming country towns. It’s also one of the best places in Queensland to spot unique Australian wildlife, including platypuses, tree kangaroos and...
Last Updated: October 2026 With its palm-fringed beaches, lush tropical rainforest and incredible wildlife, Mission Beach is one of Tropical North Queensland’s hidden gems. Located around two hours south of Cairns, this laid-back coastal destination is perfect for travellers looking to escape the crowds and enjoy a slower pace of life. But there’s much...
Last Updated: October 2026 Where the world’s oldest tropical rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef, Cape Tribulation is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt destinations in Tropical North Queensland. With its deserted beaches, lush rainforest, incredible wildlife and laid-back atmosphere, it’s a paradise for nature lovers. I first visited Cape...
Last Updated: October 2026 If there’s one place in Queensland that I would recommend for whale watching, it’s Hervey Bay. In fact, I honestly believe it’s one of the best places in Australia to see these magnificent creatures in the wild. We’ve had some incredible whale encounters here, and it’s an experience I never get tired of! But...