By Christine Barton
Queensland's coast is sprinkled with some of Australia's most attractive towns, stunning sights and exciting experiences. The coast of Central Queensland is no exception to this, with this region's towns offering the perfect gateway to treasures such as The Great Barrier Reef.
Located 550 KM north of Brisbane you will find the unique and intriguing city of Gladstone. Situated between the Calliope River and the Boyne River, the atmosphere here is largely marine-focused. Its position on a deep water harbour also adds to this marine atmosphere and establishes Gladstone firmly as a must-see coastal tourist destination.
The Gladstone region encompasses the Southern Great Barrier Reef of the Discovery Coast and the Hinterland of the Banana and Burgeong areas. This contrast between coastal and hinterland settings provides for a holiday location that is ideal for all tastes. .
Keeping with the theme of nature, you should also take some time to explore the many national parks that surround the area. Several of these include the Broadwater Conservation Park, Cania Gorge, Deepwater National Park, Capricorn Cays National Park and Curtis Island. Each of these offers something unique and interesting, guaranteeing you will leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Queensland's coast is sprinkled with some of Australia's most attractive towns, stunning sights and exciting experiences. The coast of Central Queensland is no exception to this, with this region's towns offering the perfect gateway to treasures such as The Great Barrier Reef.
Located 550 KM north of Brisbane you will find the unique and intriguing city of Gladstone. Situated between the Calliope River and the Boyne River, the atmosphere here is largely marine-focused. Its position on a deep water harbour also adds to this marine atmosphere and establishes Gladstone firmly as a must-see coastal tourist destination.
The Gladstone region encompasses the Southern Great Barrier Reef of the Discovery Coast and the Hinterland of the Banana and Burgeong areas. This contrast between coastal and hinterland settings provides for a holiday location that is ideal for all tastes. .
Keeping with the theme of nature, you should also take some time to explore the many national parks that surround the area. Several of these include the Broadwater Conservation Park, Cania Gorge, Deepwater National Park, Capricorn Cays National Park and Curtis Island. Each of these offers something unique and interesting, guaranteeing you will leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.