Tropical North Queensland is home to two of Australia’s magnificent, iconic natural wonders; a place where stunning coral reefs and marine wildlife vie for attention with lush, tropical rainforests.

From Cairns in the north to Brisbane in the south, along the Sunshine and Gold Coasts, through the world’s oldest living rainforest and past the magnificent natural wonder that is the Great Barrier Reef, Queensland is a diverse Australian territory to discover.

North Queensland is home to two of Australia’s most famous and magnificent natural wonders; the stunning coral Great Barrier Reef with its incredible marine wildlife and the lush, tropical rainforests rich in verdant plants and ancient species.

When it comes to beaches, the diversity of this stretch of Australian coast offers sands to marvel at. There are the golden sands of Surfers Paradise which offer a perfect base for families; or for a romantic honeymoon, the pristine white beaches of the Whitsunday Islands include the Guinness Book of World Records-breaking Whitehaven Beach; or you can even sunbathe next to the blue waters of Fraser Island’s amazing freshwater Lake McKenzie on your adventure to this unique isle.

And for when you’re all beached out, the rum factory in Bundaberg, the gourmet restaurants of Noosa, Daintree’s astonishing rainforests and the stunning botanic gardens of Brisbane await in this east Australian province of wonders!

Combine your trip with a stop in Dubai en route to Australia for a luxurious twin-destination holiday of a lifetime. The tropical northern half of Australia is best visited in its dry season of May to October. Temperatures don’t fall throughout the year, so whenever you visit it will be hot, however rainfall is at its most during the months of December to March.

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The Reef House Boutique Hotel & Spa
Queensland

The upscale Reef House Boutique Hotel & Spa is an elegant beachside retreat, set under swaying coconut palms in the seas...

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adult only
small & personal
honeymoon

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Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa
Queensland

Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa sits at the southern end of Port Douglas’ famed Four-Mile Beach and is ad...

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Kingfisher Bay Resort
Queensland

The 152 rooms at Kingfisher Bay Resort are nestled in pristine native bush on the west coast of K'gari (formerly Fraser...

spa

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Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Queensland

Thala Beach Nature Reserve is set on a private headland in 145 acres of natural forest and beaches, just 15 minutes sout...

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golf

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Peppers Noosa Resort and Villas
Queensland

The upscale resort of Noosa provides the perfect base for a Queensland beach holiday or to explore the surrounding hinte...

spa

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Discover Queensland Coastal Drive

Enjoy fine dining along Noosa's upscale Hastings Street, take a 4WD adventure on the world's largest sand island, Fraser...

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Queensland
Brisbane
Port-Douglas

18 nights from £4,999 per person

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Discover Sydney, Rock and Reef

Our 10-night Discover Sydney, Rock and Reef holiday takes you to some of Australia’s most popular attractions. Start you...

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Australia
New-South-Wales
Sydney
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Uluru-–-Ayers-Rock

10 nights from £4,659 per person

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Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Queensland

The Peninsula Boutique is an adults-only retreat in Port Douglas; light and airy, designed in a contemporary, minimalist...

adult only

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InterContinental Sanctuary Cove
Queensland

Soak up the Queensland sunshine at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove, a family-friendly resort just north of the Gold Coas...

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golf

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Pelorus Private Island
Queensland

Set on the Great Barrier Reef’s most exclusive private island paradise, this luxury retreat is the perfect place for a r...

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bucket list
all inclusive
honeymoon

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  • Time zone: +8 GMT
  • Flight time: 17 hours - 23 hours
  • Recommended airlines: British Airways, Emirates, Qantas, Singapore Airlines
  • Currency: Australian Dollar
  • Tipping guideline: Optional, but not expected
  • Health considerations: No major health risks. There is no risk of yellow fever in Australia, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
  • Capital: Canberra
  • Population: 2.66995e+007
  • National languages: English
  • Electricity and plugs: Type I (V), 230V
  • Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
  • UK passport visa requirements: You need a visa for Australia if you have a British passport - apply online

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