Category Archives: Backpack Queensland

There’s plenty to explore ‘on the mainland’ of Queensland, but when you’re feeling like an escape (relaxing or adventurous), the Whitsunday Islands are a must visit location. The Whitsunday Islands are made up of 74 islands, most of which are uninhabited and boast dense rainforest, pristine beaches and hiking trails. Each island features calm beaches,

Check out Noosa National Park This gorgeous spot offers five stunning walks, abundant wildlife, and an amazing ocean view – and best of all it’s free. Maybe pack a picnic, stop for a swim, or just find a shady spot to chill out and catch up on your reading.  Advanced tip; try to find the

Backpacking across Australia is an adventure of a lifetime, and with the climate and landscape changing across each state, it can be difficult to know what to pack. Queensland boasts some of the most varied landscape in the country, from the tropical north, coastal east, desert central areas, and mild south. We decided to put

Thinking about visiting the Sunshine State (Queensland, Australia)? Here’s 10 Fast Facts to get you started!  Queensland is BIG, it’s the second largest state in Australia. It is almost five times the size of Japan, seven times the size of Great Britain, and two and a half times the size of Texas. Queenslanders love their