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Australia Travel - Attractions & Sights - Brisbane
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Fresh experiences, fresh adventures and a fresh approach to life: this is
what Brisbane is all about. It's a city where the air is filled with
optimism and a sense of adventure is heavy on the ground. You'll be amazed
by how much is happening here, and pleasantly surprised by the open and
friendly attitude of the locals. |
Singapore Airlines begins daily A330-300 services to Nagoya
Singapore Airlines commenced daily Airbus A330-300 services between Singapore and Nagoya, Japan, with effect from today. The daily services replace the Airline?s five times weekly Boeing B777 operations on the route.
The inaugural A330-300 flight ...
Brisbane City Highlights Tour
Spend a day exploring the city of Brisbane. View the historic buildings of Queenslands capital city, discover the atmosphere of the South Bank Parklands, enjoy the panoramic views from the Mt Coot-tha lookout and even cuddle a koala at the Lone Pine ...
Qatar announces it will fly non-stop to both Sydney and Melbourne
After much speculation as to what Qatar Airways would do with its air rights to Australia, the Doha-based carrier yesterday announced it would fly to both Sydney and Melbourne.
Announced at a briefing at ITB Berlin, Qatar says the new services will ...
Mercure Centro Port Macquarie
Situated in the town centre of Port Macquarie, this Mercure hotel is close to the beach and is the ideal base for whale watching and dolphin cruises.
Located halfway between Sydney and Brisbane, Mercure Centro Port Macquarie enjoys a convenient ...
China Airlines Adds New Flights to Summer Schedule
China Airlines new summer schedule will include increased frequencies to New York and Frankfurt, and new flights to Sydney and non-stop flights to Vienna.
Falling fuel prices have allowed China Airlines to add new long-haul flights to its summer ...
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 Carlton Crest Hotel Brisbane 
Welcome to the Carlton Crest Hotel Brisbane, you can enjoy the experience and
benefit from being surrounded by luxury and class in the centre of the city.
Located in the heart of Brisbane, the Carlton Crest Hotel is just a short stroll
from the financial and shopping districts as well as the Brisbane Convention and
Exhibition Centre. This beautiful hotel is the largest in the city and features
two styles of accommodation in two towers. All the accommodation units are
equipped with a host of modern amenities to ensure you a comfortable stay. This
hotel offers two exquisite restaurants to dine and three magnificent bars for a
relaxing drink. The Carlton Crest is Brisbane's largest convention hotel with a
capacity to accommodate up to 1000 people and the flexibility to host smaller
conferences and meetings. Renowned as a social venue, the hotel has hosted many
of Brisbane's grandest occasions. Guests also have exclusive access to a fully
equipped business centre, roof top heated swimming pool, gymnasium and sauna.
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Make a journey to downtown Brisbane and you'll realise how beautiful a city
can be. You will find a unique combination of the old and new - where
sandstone cathedrals blend seamlessly with steel and glass skyscrapers,
modern architectural design is teamed with a healthy respect for tradition.
Down at street level a network of grassy parks, drooping palm trees and a
river that snakes through the heart of town reflects the sub-tropical
environment in which we live. Pristine, colourful, adventurous, inviting and
open; these are all accurate descriptions of the heart of the city. And
another thing you'll notice about Brisbane - the pace is just right.
As Queensland's capital, Brisbane has it all. Spend lazy afternoons
ordering creamy cappuccinos and dozing by the river, step it up a notch by
throwing yourself into any number of adventures, abseiling the cliffs at
Kangaroo Point, climbing the Story Bridge or all kinds of water sports.
But of course, the spectacular surroundings may well slide into your
subconscious once you set your heart on some serious shopping.
Simply no better place in Queensland to indulge in retail therapy, over
650 store trading seven days a week. Start in the Queen Street Mall - almost
a kilometre of shoppers' paradise. Stroll along to the City's chic shopping
strips and arcades before heading to boho precinct known as The Valley,
you'll find the edgiest young designs, jewellery and fashions imaginable.
South Bank's Little Stanley Street should be next on your shopping list, a
little urban sophistication right by the river. Last but not least, why not
dig your way through downtown's weekend outdoor markets; you never know what
you might find. Original, eclectic, or just downright fashionable - if you
can't find what you're shopping for in downtown Brisbane, it simply doesn't
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 Brisbane City Highlights Tour
Australia's fastest growing city’s relaxed lifestyle, unsurpassed weather
and access to an amazing array of 'Australian experiences' attracts ever
increasing numbers of visitors each year.
Spend a day exploring the city of Brisbane. View the historic buildings of
Queenslands' capital city, discover the atmosphere of the South Bank
Parklands, enjoy the panoramic views from the Mt Coot-tha lookout and even
cuddle a koala at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. This is a great day out for
all those who visit the city of Brisbane.
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Attractions
ENERGEX Brisbane Arbour
A one kilometre walkway, the ENERGEX Arbour winds its way through the
length of the parklands at South Bank, providing a scenic route from which
to enjoy all that it offers. Draped in brilliant bougainvillea, the
award-winning arbour was conceived as a horticultural wonder and is the
defining symbol of South Bank. Comprised of 403 individually designed,
tendril-like columns, the ENERGEX Arbour has won a number of state and
national awards, including the Urban Design in Australia Award in the year
2000.
South Bank Beach
South Bank Beach is a unique man-made beach comprising a crystal lagoon
with enough water to fill five Olympic swimming pools, sparkling clean white
beaches and sub-tropical trees and exotic plants. The beach contains
chlorinated fresh water that is recirculated every six hours at up to 125
litres per second. The water is pumped through two large sand filters and
chemically treated before being returned back to the beach. The 4,000 cubic
metres of sand is sourced from Rous Channel in Moreton Bay and 70 tonnes is
added each year to the South Bank Beach. Lawns and BBQ facilities
surrounding the South Bank Beach are a popular spot for picnic lunches.
South Bank Beach is patrolled by lifeguards 365 days a year, seven days a
week. From December until February, lifeguards patrol from 7am until
midnight daily. |
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Brisbane Airport Arrival Transfer -
From either the International Terminal or the Domestic Terminal - save time
and money and book your transfer services before you go! Coachtrans provides
both International and Domestic visitors with a personal 'meet and greet'
service at the airport, and then a direct transfer to your city
accommodation. This is the ideal way to start your holiday or business trip.
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The Parklands
The 17-hectare public parklands stretch for more than a kilometre along
the banks of the Brisbane River, looking out across Brisbane's modern city
skyline. The bougainvillea covered ENERGEX Arbour, sub-tropical trees and
plants, lush lawns, formal gardens, rainforests and palm trees create a
sub-tropical backdrop for the numerous restaurants, cafes and bars which dot
the South Bank precinct. Over 175,000 shrubs and 4,000 advanced trees make
up the landscape of the gardens.
Goodwill Bridge
The Goodwill Bridge opened in October 2001 links South Bank's 1km
promenade to the City Botanical Gardens, allowing families and health
enthusiasts alike to stroll, jog, cycle and skate between Brisbane's major
inner-city parklands. This architecturally impressive structure links the
southern end of South Bank, the city's Botanic Gardens and the adjoining
Queensland University of Technology. With more than 50,000 pedestrians and
cyclists using the bridge each week the 450 m long bridge is a major access
point.
Suncorp Piazza
A whole host of events are home to the covered, amphitheatre-styled
Suncorp Piazza from international beach volleyball matches, tae kwon do and
screenings of football matches to movies, concerts, corporate gala dinners
and art exhibitions. Available for hire, the Suncorp Piazza's uses are
limited only by the imagination.
Suncorp Superscreen
The huge 5m by 4m portable screen boasts state of the art technology that
enables broadcasting both day and night, indoors and outside. |
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